BIOTECH ANIMALS
Students will:
1. Discuss five potential benefits of biotech animals
2. Consider five potential concerns with GM (genetically modified) animals and how those concerns are being addressed.
3. Review the process for regulating biotech animals.
4. Include data on public opinion of GM animals.
AASL Standards for the 21st Century Learner (Information Literacy Skills):
1.1.4 Find, evaluate, and select appropriate sources to answer questions.
1.1.8 Demonstrate mastery of Technology tools for accessing information and pursuing inquiry.
1.2.3 Demonstrate creativity by using multiple resources and formats.
3.2.1 Demonstrate leadership and confidence by presenting ideas to others in both formal and informal situations.
Common Core Standards
CC.5.W.7 Research to Build and Present Knowledge: Conduct short research projects that use several sources to build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
CC.3.W.8 Research to Build and Present Knowledge: Recall information from experiences or gather information from print and digital sources; take brief notes on sources and sort evidence into provided categories.
CC.6.W.1.b Text Types and Purposes: Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.