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Explore the excitement and ethical challenges of CRISPR and genetic-editing technology. Participants engage in do-nows, view a slideshow, and collaborate on scenarios about genetic editing. Group members analyze scenarios to generate questions based on scientific, medical, ethical, and other concerns outlined in the activity. Scholars also complete a worksheet and short quiz.
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Instructional Ideas
- Review class policies about appropriate and respectful discussions before beginning
- Divide participants into four or eight groups depending on class size and assign each group one of four scenarios provided
Classroom Considerations
- Requires basic understanding of genetic analysis; provide a link to additional activity covering topic if needed
- Uses a variety of handouts, so prepare ahead of time
Pros
- Includes excellent support materials that save teachers' valuable time
- Contains ideas to extend the learning
Cons
- None