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Designer Genes: One Size Fits All?

You are a geneticist offering advice on introducing genetically engineered weevil-resistant maize in Koster to address food scarcity. Research the traits, benefits, and risks of genetic engineering, and present recommendations to the district council.

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Designer Genes: One Size Fits All?

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  1. Designer Genes: One Size Fits All?

  2. Imagine You Are a Geneticist • You specialize in genetic engineering in agriculture. • You have agreed to provide expert advice to people with a terrible problem. • Pack your bags for the Northwest Province.

  3. The Problem • Weevils have infested the maize of Koster, Northwest Province, severely reducing the major source of food. • Malnutrition is a real concern. • Employment and the related economy are suffering, as well.

  4. A Possible Solution The Wvbgone Company has a promising strain of weevil-resistant maize in development in Europe. The maize has been genetically engineered.

  5. The Issues • Should Wvbgone maize be planted in Koster? Should this research be pursued? • To understand, you must be able to answer the following: • What traits have been genetically engineered into maize and why? • What are some of the benefits and risks to genetic engineering? (health, environmental, ecological, and social) • Should genetic engineering be permitted in our society? • Do the benefits of genetically engineered foods outweigh the risks? • You have agreed to study the issues and develop recommendations for the district council of Koster.

  6. Your Steps • Meet and confer with your fellow scientists. • Discuss the issues. • Focus on the following guiding questions: • What traits have been genetically engineered into maize and why? • What are some of the benefits and risks to genetic engineering? (health, environmental, ecological, and social) • Should genetic engineering be permitted in our society? • Do the benefits of genetically engineered foods outweigh the risks? • Complete your research. • Present your report orally for the district council.

  7. Research Report An overview of genetic engineering in agriculture. A supported investigation of the social, ethical, and monetary issues around the benefits and risks of GE agriculture, especially related to the concerns of Koster. Your recommendations for the district council.

  8. Requirement Checklist • Research report outline • Research proof turned in • District council report completed (evaluated) • Multimedia presentation proposal • Multimedia presentation with a slideshow, Web site, or newsletter support (evaluated)

  9. Research Proof • Consult 10 different sources. Choose from the following: • 10 highlighted pages • Highlight key ideas and phrases only • Cite sources • 50 notecards • Follow guidelines in your research book • Cite sources • A combination of cards and highlighted pages

  10. Multimedia Element • Which would best help enhance understanding of your research results—slideshow, Web site, or newsletter? • What are the expectations for the selected format? • Review the assessment scoring guide for the selected choice.

  11. Submit a Presentation Proposal • Names of learners in the group • Presentation format • Storyboard • Ideas for an interesting introduction and conclusion

  12. Presentation Preparation • Technical aspects—be sure your slideshow or Web site is in working order or you have enough copies of your newsletter to distribute. • Practice. • Be sure to use a smooth, lively delivery that is loud enough. • Eye contact and movement are essential. • Do you have an effective introduction and conclusion?

  13. Don’t Forget Your Bibliography • Include all your required sources • Use the correct format • Alphabetical order • Indenting • Complete citations

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