Decision-Making concerning Ethical Issues of Science and Technology: A Series of Activities.

Perry, Constance M.; Schlenker, Richard M.

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ERIC Number: ED186212

Record Type: Non-Journal

Publication Date: 1980

Pages: 9

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Decision-Making concerning Ethical Issues of Science and Technology: A Series of Activities.

Perry, Constance M.; Schlenker, Richard M.

Procedures are outlined for aiding students in clarifying values and making decisions. Activities are included which were selected to sensitize students to some current situations that involve making technological, scientific, or bioethical decisions. The five activities are concerned with the following problematic situations: (1) government control of population, (2) recombinant DNA research, (3) nuclear and atomic energy, (4) prevention of Downs' syndrome by abortion, and (5) fossil fuel conservation. (CS)

Descriptors: Decision Making Skills, Environmental Education, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Population Growth, Science Education, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Social Problems, Technological Advancement, Values

Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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