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From easy-to-understand videos to self-paced courses, CSAFE Learning resources help forensic practitioners understand the application of statistics within forensic analysis. Each piece is created specifically for forensic practitioners, lawyers, judges, and other legal professionals, breaking down complex statistical concepts using cutting edge research and real-world examples. No matter your level of experience with statistics, we have something for you.

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Featured Courses

Aligning Shoeprint Images that have Nonlinear Distortion Effects

This research poster was presented at the Annual International Association for Identification (IAI) Forensic Educational Conference in 2024. An interactive poster is available for your viewing.

An Ounce of Prevention: A Simple and Practical Tool for Mitigating Cognitive Bias in Forensic Decisions

Learn more about human factors and cognitive biases with a toolkit to mitigate these obstacles in forensic decisions.

This learning opportunity is on-demand and available immediately.

Statistical Thinking for Forensic Practitioners Short Course

In this asynchronous short course, Dr. Hal Stern introduces fundamental concepts from probability and statistics - motivated by forensic issues - followed by a detailed investigation of how they apply to assess forensic evidence's probative value.

Enroll now to learn at your own pace!