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Suggested Resources: Unit 4: Forensic Toxicology Approximate Timeline: 1 week Content Standards Content Objectives Iowa Core Statements Common Student-Centered Learning Targets Common Assessments Graduate Ends Techniques Interpratation Probative Value Critical Thinking / Supporting Claims with Evidence Drugs and crime Elements of toxicology Measuring toxicology Think critically and logically to make the relationships between evidence and explanations. Recognize and analyze alternative explanations and predictions. Understand and apply knowledge of chemical reactions. I can explain techniques that are used to identify and measure toxicity in drugs and poisons. I can interpret data about unknown substances. This may include conducting and interpreting an unknown substances lab. I can interpret information about the role of drugs in crimes. I can evaluate the probative value of drug evidence. I can support claims with evidence. Graduates demonstrate strategies for lifelong learning Graduates demonstrate knowledge and understanding of a rigorous curriculum integrated into all content areas Graduates demonstrate proficiency in science, including life, earth and physical science Graduates possess technological and information literacy