LESSON PLAN GUIDE

Name: Gwendolyn Villarreal

TEKS: (C2) Objective: (C3)

§130.338.8 To recognize and classify various types of evidence
and how it is collected. To define chain of custody and
explain when evidence is used/destroyed/released.

Specific __ Measureable __Attainable___ Relevant____Time ____

Grade: 10-12 Subject: Crim. Investigation

Task Analysis: (C4) What lang. must be taught: Literal Strategy to teach Language: (C4)
Using context clues to infer
What skills must be taught:

Assessment: (C5) Students will be taking a quiz for me to assess their comprehension of the subject matter. They will
also be assigned a project where they will research chain of custody issues that negatively impacted
the outcome of court cases.

Strategies for Success: (C6) Element of Technology: (C6)

Positive reinforcement; encouraging participation even if Work on Google classroom; Powerpoint
they are not sure of an answer.

Learning Styles Addressed: (C6) Resources / Materials needed: (C6)

Powerpoint Presentation Positive attitude
Visual –
Willingness to learn
Auditory – Lecture Laptops
Internet access
Kinesethic –
Hands-on research

Higher Order Questions to ask: (C6)

1. Why is the chain of custody important in court cases?

2. How do the different court cases that set precedent in relation to search and seizure relate to the 4th Amendment?
3.
Are these precedents violations of our Constitutional rights?

Hook: (C7) “Terry” Stops video clip Closure: (C7) Exit pass for court cases that set precedent.
 1. Teacher Input / Direct Instruction / Modeling: (C6)
I will repeat key information the students should reflect on. I will sit one-on-one with each student
to see their progress and understanding.

2. Student Activities / Guided Practice: (C6)

Students will complete a Four-corners activity.

3. Independent Practice: (C6)

Each student will do research to find a court case where the 4th Amendment was violated.

Modifications / Accommodations: (E6) Comprehensible Input Techniques: (R9)

Notes:
Name: Gwendolyn Villarreal
DELIVERY PLAN (C8)
OBJECTIVE: To recognize and classify various types of evidence and how it is collected.
Rigor To define chain of custody and explain when evidence is used/destroyed/released.

OPENING:
Warm-up question: Should there be exceptions to the 4th Amendment?
Retrieval
Review court cases discussed prior class period.

TEACHER INPUT:
Relevance
Students will need to know how to practically utilize the information because it is a
major foundation for procedures in criminal investigations.
MODEL:
Instructor guidance while giving content. Student led when researching for their project.
Routing

GUIDED PRACTICE:
Retaining / Rehearsing
Asking their opinions on how they believe the court cases are interpreted.

INDEPENDENT PRACTICE:
Chain of custody court case project (this will provide a real-life example of how improper
procedures can taint a criminal case)

CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING :

Recognizing Asking students to provide examples and their own definitions of the content.

ASSESSMENT:
Quiz

RESOURCES / MATERIALS:
Laptop, internet, participation.

CLOSURE:
Re-exposure Review the court cases that set precedents. Review the significance of the chain of
custody. Review the different types of evidence. (Using exit tickets)