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Peer reviewedMertens, Thomas R.; Hendrix, Jon R. – School Science and Mathematics, 1990
Analyzes a "Time" article discussing genetics and bioethics to evoke the need of scientific literacy education. Suggests reform in teacher education programs. (YP)
Descriptors: Bioethics, Biology, College Science, Genetics
Peer reviewedHendrix, Jon R. – American Biology Teacher, 1993
Describes a decision-making lesson where students rank genetic defects and syndromes from least to most severe. Students are then asked to draw a line in the continuum where they would not feel obligated to support the life, or in the case of an in utero life, maintain the pregnancy. (PR)
Descriptors: Bioethics, Biology, College Science, Congenital Impairments
