In this presentation, we will discuss changes we implemented to our forensic serology and forensic molecular biology courses in response to structural changes to fall 2020 semester courses driven by the COVID-19 pandemic. Lecture content was delivered synchronously using a web-conferencing platform or by videos pre-recorded using Panopto. We incorporated a HyFlex approach for forensic serology laboratory. Students could access testing information and photographs of lab data and participate in synchronous mock case testing online or perform lab testing in person on campus. We also piloted Labster virtual lab simulations and decision-dependent response PowerPoint slides created in-house for students to learn decision making in serology case testing. Student presentations and mock case testimony were delivered using the web-conferencing platform. Assessments included take home exams and quizzes and final exam delivered using the Blackboard course management system.

Innovations and adaptations in teaching forensic serology and forensic molecular biology courses remotely during the fall 2020 semester

ACS Spring Meeting 2021

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