Introduction Task

Eliminating Genetic

Diseases

Genetically Modified

Organisms: Animals

Genetically Modified

Organisms: Foods

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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*

-GUESS WHATS COMING TO DINNER-

http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/harvest/coming/coming.html

Introduction Task

Eliminating Genetic

Diseases

Genetically Modified

Organisms: Animals

Genetically Modified

Organisms: Foods

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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/Prenatal-

Care/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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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

Medicine

Resources Rubric Conclusion

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.