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Description
Are you prepared for a brave new world? Some say that the age that will come after the information age will be known as the age of biology. Already, we hear about euthanasia, stem cells, genes, genomes, and health care in the news almost nightly. The ethical issues that accompany these new technologies force us to reexamine what words like “humanity”, “person”, “respect”', “fair”, “justice”, and “benefit” mean. This is a survey course covering various contemporary topics in bioethics, focusing on issues encountered in biomedicine, genetics and research. Areas to be studied include assisted reproductive technology, end-of-life decision making, gene therapy, genetically modified organism, stem cells and animal and human research. We will examine these issues from many sides, weighing the reasons people have for believing them with a mind towards forming a well-supported position and creating a brave new world in which we can all live in the age of biology.Prerequisites
Successful completion of a full year of high school biology or equivalent
Course Objectives
- Recognize the interrelationship among science, society, and ethical considerations.
- Recognize the importance of scientific knowledge in bioethical decision making.
- Develop critical-reasoning skills, especially the ability to justify an ethical position.
- Participate in respectful dialogue among individuals with global perspectives.
Additional Requirements
Students will need a headset with microphone. Students will need to access a number of YouTube videos throughout the course.
Please Note: This course requires regular access to a computer with a Windows[/Mac] operating system in order to install the software required for the course. This part of the course cannot be completed on a Chromebook or mobile device.
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Details
Discipline:
Science - Life Science
Level:
High School Honors
Grade:
10, 11, 12, 13
When Offered:
Fall, Spring
Duration:
15 weeks
Lab Kit Purchase Required:
No
Accredited:
Cognia (AdvancED), Middle States Commission on Secondary Schools
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