Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators
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Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators
American Museum of Natural History
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4.5
65 ratings
How have advances in genetics affected society? What do we need to know to make ethical decisions about genetic technologies? This course includes the study of cloning, genetic enhancement, and ownership of genetic information. Course participants will acquire the tools to explore the ethics of modern genetics and learn how to integrate these issues into their classrooms.
Programa - Qué aprenderás en este curso
1
Sección
Introduction and From Mendel to 1000 Genomes
You will explore the history of genetics and genomics, and be introduced to ways of thinking ethically about issues involving genetic technology. You will learn how ethical issues can be used to spark your students’ interest, and how to uncover students’ misconceptions.
4 videos (Total: 25 min), 6 readings, 1 quiz
4 videos
Introduction to the Course1m
The Broad Timeline of Genetics12m
Teaching Genetics Through an Exploration of Ethical Issues9m
6 lecturas
Syllabus10m
Resources10m
Genetics: A Short History10m
Nature and Nurture10m
Thinking Ethically10m
Advancing Technology and the Need for Expanding Ethical Concerns10m
1 ejercicio de práctica
Module 1 Quiz20m
2
Sección
DNA Fingerprinting, Cloning, and the Future
You will explore systems biology, stem cells, and cloning and the applications of these technologies. You will also learn about the ethics of cloning, which will be the basis for your written assignment, which opens this week.
5 videos (Total: 51 min), 3 readings, 2 quizzes
5 videos
Science Bulletins: Cloning and Conservation9m
Teaching with the Next Generation Science Standards15m
Next Generation Science Standards12m
Peer-Graded Assignment Overview4m
3 lecturas
Cloning: How and Why?10m
DNA Fingerprinting, Individual Identification and Ancestry10m
Tools and Techniques in the Modern Molecular Laboratory10m
1 ejercicio de práctica
Module 2 Quiz20m
3
Sección
Genomics in Medicine
You will see how genetic information is being used to individualize medical treatments and take a video tour of the Sackler Institute for Comparative Genomics at the American Museum of Natural History. You will also apply the Science and Engineering practices from A Framework for K-12 Science Education and the Next Generation Science Education Standards in considering how to engage students in discussion about ethics.
7 videos (Total: 41 min), 4 readings, 1 quiz
7 videos
Lab Tour with Dr. DeSalle7m
Using “Genethics” with Students6m
Science Bulletins: Stem Cells: Developing New Cures6m
Science Bulletins: Stem Cell Advance Study of Lou Gehrig’s Disease2m
Science Bulletins: Stem Cells Made from Eggs Alone2m
Science Bulletins: Genes and Health – Moving Beyond Race6m
4 lecturas
Epigenetics and the Epigenome10m
Human Variation Versus Ethnic Groups and Pharmacogenomics10m
Redesigning the Self: The Promise and Perils of Genetic Enhancement10m
A Modern Day Genetic Testing Conundrum10m
1 ejercicio de práctica
Week 3 Quiz20m
4
Sección
Genomes, Agriculture, and Society
This week you will learn about the societal implications of genetically modified food, and discuss ways to incorporate this issue into your teaching.
3 videos (Total: 23 min), 6 readings, 1 quiz
3 videos
Science Bulletins: Potato Biodiversity – Ensuring the Future8m
Teaching About GMO Food4m
6 lecturas
Genetically Modified Food: Bt Corn10m
Genomics, Biotechnology, and Agriculture10m
Mapping Morality: The Rights and Wrongs of Genomics10m
Resources10m
Opportunities for Educators10m
Support AMNH10m
1 ejercicio de práctica
Week 4 Quiz20m
4.5
Principales revisiones
por DB•Aug 13th 2017
This was a fun, informative course that I enjoyed very much.
por JG•Oct 19th 2015
this was a fantastic course. Genetics fascinates me!
Instructores
Rob DeSalle, Ph.D.
CuratorDivision of Invertebrate Zoology
David Randle, Ph.D.
Senior Manager of Professional DevelopmentEducation Department
Acerca de American Museum of Natural History
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the world’s preeminent scientific, educational and cultural institutions. Since its founding in 1869, the Museum has advanced its global mission to discover, interpret, and disseminate information about human cultures, the natural world, and the universe through a wide-ranging program of scientific research, education, and exhibition.
Preguntas Frecuentes
When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?
Once you enroll for a Certificate, you’ll have access to all videos, quizzes, and programming assignments (if applicable). Peer review assignments can only be submitted and reviewed once your session has begun. If you choose to explore the course without purchasing, you may not be able to access certain assignments.
What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
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