Medical Applications of Genetic Technologies
Overview
This literacy activity asks students to read an article about genetic technologies with the purpose of answering two questions about various medical applications: Firstly, does the technology change the DNA of the subject? Secondly, does the technology have the potential to change the human population forever? Students then represent their answers using a graphic organiser. Two versions of the article are available (one in summary form) to allow for differentiation. Optional additional questions are also provided.
A full teacher guide is available for this activity. It includes answer sheets for the worksheets. Teachers can email kccgeducation@garvan.org.au from a school email address to gain access.
If you are interested in trialling this resource in your classroom and providing feedback, please email kccgeducation@garvan.org.au
Assumed Knowledge
-Structure and function of DNA
-Inheritance of genetic diseases
Syllabus Connections (HSC Biology)
Genetic Change
- distinguish between somatic mutations and germ-line mutations and their effect on an organism
- investigate the uses and advantages of current genetic technologies that induce genetic change
- compare the processes and outcomes of reproductive technologies
- [IVF with PGD as additional example]
- describe techniques and applications used in recombinant DNA technology, for example:
- the development of transgenic organisms in agricultural and medical applications
- evaluate the benefits of using genetic technologies in agricultural, medical and industrial applications
Conducting Investigations
- select and extract information from a wide range of reliable secondary sources and acknowledge them using an accepted referencing style
Problem Solving
- use scientific evidence and critical thinking skills to solve problems
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