Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
Genetic Engineering
Introduction
You will be split up into different groups. You and your group will research one specific
area of Genetic Engineering.
It is your group's job to look at the attached handouts located under "TASKS
Each group will present their research through a power point presentation.
There are resources that I have found for each group. Use these to your advantage, but
please remember to cite your sources correctly.
*HERE IS A FUN ACTIVITY FOR EVERYONE*
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Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
Task
You will be divided into groups that will be assigned to you in class.
Each group will be assigned a certain subject area of Genetic Engineering for
research. It is your job as your group to fully research this subject area and
how Genetic Engineering is being used.
Each group will be doing a 15-25 slide PowerPoint presentation on your
subject area.
Each group will be asked to explain the history of their subject area, the role
of Genetic Engineering, how it is being used in society today, and the ethical
issues/dilemmas facing it.
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
GENETIC ENGINEERING
SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA:
ELIMINATING GENETIC DISEASES
-Scientists are developing techniques to treat and cure genetic diseases through
genetic surgery and genetic therapy. Genetic diseases arise from a number of
causes, whether single-gene defects or sex-linked diseases. Genetic Engineering
offers a solution of eventually curing these genetic defects.
-It is your group’s job to research this promising solution. Your group will research
and present a 15-25 slide power point presentation on your research to the rest of
the class. Your research will consist of the following:
-Beginning steps taken in eliminating genetic diseases (basic history; when
and how did this begin?).
-Specific Genetic Engineering processes currently being used.
-Current examples of successes or failures in the attempt to eliminate/cure
genetic diseases.
-Pros & Cons your group concluded from your research.
-Ethical issues/dilemmas facing this issue.
-This project is worth 50 points. You will be graded according to the rubric
available in the Webquest.
-Incorporating animations, videos, and other forms of media to support your
research is STRONGLY suggested.
-Resources specifically for your subject area can also be found on the Web quest.
Feel free to use other resources, as long as they are scientifically accurate and
approved. (Government websites, National science websites, Educational websites,
etc.., no Wikipedia!)
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
GENETIC ENGINEERING
SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA:
GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS: ANIMALS
-Oh yes, they are out there! Genetically modified animals, also known as
transgenic animals, have been genetically modified to create new characteristics.
These animals are playing an important role in society in relation to our
advancement in medicine, but there are many concerns relating these animals and
society as well.
-It is your group’s job to research the role of Genetic Engineering in these
transgenic animals and their impact on society. You will present a 15-25 slide
power point presentation of your research to the rest of the class. Your research
will consist of the following:
-Beginning steps taken in the Genetic Engineering of animals (basic
history; when and how did this begin?).
-Specific and current examples of Genetically Modified Animals.
-Failures (if any) that have occurred while trying to “modify” animals.
-Pros & Cons that your group has concluded from your research.
-Ethical issues/dilemmas facing this issue.
-This project is worth 50 points. You will be graded according to the rubric
available in the Web quest.
-Incorporating animations, videos, and other forms of media to support your
research is STRONGLY suggested.
-Resources specifically for your subject area can also be found on the Web quest.
Feel free to use other resources, as long as they are scientifically accurate and
approved. (Government websites, National science websites, Educational websites,
etc.., no Wikipedia!)
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
GENETIC ENGINEERING
SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA:
GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS: FOOD
-Oh yes, they are out there! You may even be eating them! Genetically modified
foods have been thought of as the “solution” to the current food shortage in many
parts of the world due to “over-population”. Whether or not these are deemed safe
and how we can know if we are consuming them are current issues.
-It is your group's job to research the role of Genetically Engineered foods and
their impact on society. You will present a 15-25 slide power point presentation of
your research to the rest of the class. Your research will consist of the following:
-Beginning steps taken in Genetic Engineering of food (basic history;
when and how did this begin?).
-Current foods being used in agriculture and in society.
-How has this impacted the agricultural industry?
-Pros & Cons that your group has concluded from your research
-Ethical issues/dilemmas facing this issue.
-This project is worth 50 points. You will be graded according to the rubric
available in the Web quest.
-Incorporating animations, videos, and other forms of media to support your
research is STRONGLY suggested.
-Resources specifically for your subject area can also be found on the Web quest.
Feel free to use other resources, as long as they are scientifically accurate and
approved. (Government websites, National science websites, Educational websites,
etc.., no Wikipedia!)
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
GENETIC ENGINEERING
SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA: MEDICINE
-There are many applications of Genetic Engineering in medicine and healthcare
alone. Progress in this field has had a great impact in technology in many ways and
contributed to benefiting mankind. Many medicines and treatments are only
available because of Genetic Engineering. Using Genetic Engineering in medicine
has the potential to do things that certain drugs can’t.
-It is your group’s job to research these current treatments and potential promises.
Your group will research and present a 15-25 slide power point presentation of
your research to the rest of the class. Your research will consist of the following:
-Beginning steps taken in medicine advancement involving Genetic
Engineering (basic history; how and when did this begin?).
-Specific medicines that are currently in use due to this advancement.
-Current examples of successes/failures in the attempt to manufacture.
New medicines due to Genetic Engineering, and any side effects from
patients who have used these medicines.
-Pros & Cons that your group concluded from your research.
-Ethical issues/dilemmas facing this issue.
-This project is worth 50 points. You will be graded according to the rubric
available in the Web quest.
-Incorporating animations, videos, and other forms of media to support your
research is STRONGLY suggested.
-Resources specifically for your subject area can also be found on the Web quest.
Feel free to use other resources, as long as they are scientifically accurate and
approved. (Government websites, National science websites, Educational websites,
etc.., no Wikipedia!)
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
Resources
Here area few of the resources you can use in your research of the different
areas concerning Genetic Engineering.
Use these to your advantage! These are excellent and reliable resources.
As always, Please remember to cite your sources correctly in MLA format!
HERE ARE SOME GREAT VIDEOS!! ENJOY!!
Genetically Engineering Almost Anything
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/next/evolution/crispr-gene-drives/
CLASSICAL VS. TRANSGENIC ENGINEERING
http://www.teachersdomain.org/asset/tdc02_vid_breeding/
FINDING DISEASE GENES
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/genome/media/2809_q056_12.html
GENE THERAPY AND BREAST TUMORS
http://www.teachersdomain.org/asset/tdc02_vid_slamon/
Eliminating Genetic Diseases
Genetic Engineering and Disease Elimination
http://futurehumanevolution.com/genetic-engineering-and-disease-elimination
Would screening for, and eliminating, genetic disease hurt more
then harm the human race?
http://www.mcrh.org/PrenatalCare/screening_eliminating_genetic_disease_hurt_then_harm_human_race_2010416.htm
GENETICALLY ENGINEERED ANIMALS AND PUBLIC HEALTH
https://www.bio.org/sites/default/files/2011_ge%20animal_benefits_report.pdf
APPLICATIONS OF GENETIC ENGINEERING IN FIGHTING DISEASE
http://www.slic2.wsu.edu:82/hurlbert/micro101/pages/Chap10.html#Applications
GENETIC THERAPY AND GENETIC ENHANCEMENT
http://www.dowling.edu/faculty/perring/hennebeul.htm
THE NEW EUGENICS: GENETIC ENGINEERING
http://ulm.edu/~palmer/NewEugenics.htm
Gene Therapy
Experimental techniques, safety, ethics, and availability
http://ghr.nlm.nih.gov/handbook/therapy?show=all
THE ETHICS OF GENE THERAPY
http://www.ndsu.nodak.edu/instruct/mcclean/plsc431/students/bergeson.htm
GENE THERAPY: ETHICAL AND SOCIAL ISSUES
http://www.musc.edu/humanvalues/pdf/gene%20therapy.pdf
Medicine
GENETIC ENGINEERING AS THE END OF HUMAN EVOLUTION?
http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/exchange/node/1911
New study: genetically engineered enzyme boosts treatment for rare children’s
illness
http://www.unc.edu/news/archives/jan01/308brief011701.htm
INSULIN GROWN IN PLANTS RELIEVES DIABETES IN MICE
http://news.ucf.edu/UCFnews/index?page=article&id=0024004102c4c1d99011146
fc1c3200521b
Genetic Engineering in Medicine
http://www.govhs.org/vhsweb/Gallery.nsf/Files/Genetic+Engineering,+a+group+p
roject/$file/med.html
Genetically Modified Organisms-Animals
GENETIC ENGINEERING AND ANIMAL AGRICULTURE
http://anrcatalog.ucdavis.edu/pdf/8184.pdf
HERE IS A GREAT VIDEO ON ANIMAL BIOTECHNOLOGY!
http://animalscience.ucdavis.edu/animalbiotech/ucdavis_biotech_streaming.asx
ETHICS AND GENETIC ENGINEERING OF ANIMALS
http://jolt.law.harvard.edu/articles/pdf/v19/19HarvJLTech413.pdf
http://www.nap.edu/openbook.php?record_id=10418&page=93
http://www.bioethics.upenn.edu/highschool/Webfair/?v=4
Genetically Modified Organisms-Food
THIS IS A GREAT WEBSITE WITH PLENTY OF ARTICLE RESOURCES ON
GENETICALLY MODIFIED FOODS!! YOU HAVE TO SCROLL DOWN TO
THE BOTTOM OF THE ARTICLE TO ACCESS MORE
ARTICLES/RESOURCES
http://www.globalissues.org/issue/188/genetically-engineered-food
THE UNCERTAINTIES OF GENETICALLY MODIFIED FOODS
http://serendip.brynmawr.edu/biology/b103/f00/web1/lim.html
TRANSGENIC CROPS CURRENTLY ON THE MARKET
http://www.cls.casa.colostate.edu/TransgenicCrops/current.html
FEDERAL REPORT ON GENETICALLY MODIFIED FOODS
http://www.ipm.iastate.edu/ipm/icm/2000/4-24-2000/fedgmf.html
NEW TECHNOLOGIES ARE CHANGING THE FACE OF AGRICULTURE
http://californiaagriculture.ucop.edu/0004JA/editover.html
ADDRESSING ETHICAL ISSUES/DILEMMAS
http://www.yale.edu/ynhti/curriculum/units/2007/5/07.05.04.x.html
Questions & Answers on Food from Genetically Engineered Plants
http://www.fda.gov/Food/FoodScienceResearch/Biotechnology/ucm346030.htm
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
RUBRIC
YOUR PRESENTATIONS WILL BE GRADED ACCORDING TO THE
FOLLOWING CRITERIA
BACKGROUND INFORMATION OF SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA= 5 points
COMPLETING POWER POINT PRESENTATION = 10 points
ALLOWING EVERYONE TO PRESENT IN YOUR GROUP = 5 points
INCORPORATING GRAPHICS, ANIMATIONS, OR SHORT VIDEOS INTO
POWERPOINT = 5 points
KNOWLEDGE OF SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA (Able to answer questions
by other students) = 10 points
EVERY ASPECT OF REQUIRED HANDOUT COMPLETED = 10 points
POWER POINT PRESENTED WITH PROFESSIONALISM (Correct
grammar & vocabulary) = 5 points
Introduction
Task
Eliminating Genetic
Diseases
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Animals
Genetically Modified
Organisms: Foods
Resources
Rubric
Conclusion
Medicine
CONCLUSION
As you can see after completing this project, more research and debate needs to be
done regarding the moral, ethical, and legal considerations of genetic engineering.
In the table below list three things you knew about genetic engineering before
starting this project, three things you learned about genetic engineering and three
additional things you would like to learn about genetic engineering. Copy and
paste this page to a word document before filling out the table. Print this page and
turn it in before presenting your PowerPoint presentation.
What I knew
about Genetic Engineering.
What I learned about
Genetic Engineering.
What else I want to
learn about Genetic
Engineering.