Unit 0

Bioethics and the Nature of Science

In this unit, students will investigate the role of humans within the scientific process while building community in the classroom.

Part 1: Networking

• September 6: Teacher Introduction
• September 7: Networking
• September 8: Student Introductions
• September 11: House A – Camp Waskowitz Field Trip
• September 12: House A – Choice Lessons
• September 13: House A – In-School Field Trip

Part 1 Homework Assignments:

• Encountering Biology (instructions and worksheet)
• Network vocabulary practice
• About Me – student introduction writing
• Syllabus and Safety Contract signed by student and parent/guardian

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Part 2: Bioethics and the Nature of Science

• September 14: Introduction to Bioethics
• September 15: Principles of Bioethics / textbook checkout
• September 18: Framework for Ethical Decisions
• September 19: Bioethical Case Study
• September 20-21: Limits of Science
• September 22: Guest Speakers
• September 25: Unit Wrap-up

Part 2 Homework Assignments:

• Values conflict paragraph
• Handout 1.1 – Pandemic Flu!
• Handout 2.2 – Focus on the Principles
• Handout 5.2 – Ethical Decision Making Framework

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