1. Read in Genetic Engineering: Ch's 5
& 6. 2. As a group, prepare a brief case presentation
relating to the selected focus area: In vitro
molecular biology. The following steps need to be
included: 2) What background information is needed? What are the
relevant facts & how should they be assessed? 3) What type of experts and/or stakeholders need to be
consulted? 4) What are the values involved? 5) What are the possible solutions? How are the better
solutions chosen? 6) How should the decision making process be
organized? Each group should be prepared to make a 20 minute
presentation of the selected case and the summary of the six
steps above. Select one representative to give the main
presentation- the others may chime in where appropriate. You
may use the board, overhead, or PowerPoint. Let me know of
your needs in advance. 3. Explore on-line & in literature for key
issues relating to gene therapy. Use ch. 6 as a
starting point. Be prepared to discuss these issues in
class. In class: 1. Case presentations: In vitro molecular
biology 2. Discuss issues related to gene therapy 1. Read in Genetic Engineering: Ch 7. 2. Keep a lookout for the posted resources
provided by the presentors. 3. Have questions ready for general discussion
following the formal presentation.
Assignment, due 3/5/03:1) Identify the key issues and dilemmas. What
are the ethical problems?
For next week:
Updated 3/1/03 by thatcher@sonoma.edu