Unit 2 - AOS 3 - Investigation of an issue (Learning Resources)

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YOUR TASK:

On completion of this unit the student should be able to investigate and communicate a substantiated response to a question related to an issue in genetics and/or reproductive science.
Spend time investigating your options and brainstorming. DEVELOP A BIG QUESTION FOR INVESTIGATION - this should not be a yes/no question! It should be able to be broken up into smaller, bite size questions that can be tackled.
You have choice over your research area of interest - see examples below.
Regardless of your mode of presentation, you should include relevant diagrams/images - preferably ones you have made yourself, or adapted to suit your needs.
Maximum 1000 words!
You MUST have a reference section showing where you obtained your information from.

Timeline

Week 3: Developing a research question and planning

Week 4: Writing time - draft due in lesson 2

Week 5: Finalising piece

End of Week 6: Task due

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Investigation of an issue ideas:

How is a specific genetic disease (state example) inherited and what are the consequences and treatments for this genetic disorder?
What is the chromosomal abnormality that gives rise to a specific syndrome (state example) and what are the consequences for the individual?
What is the difference between reproductive cloning and therapeutic cloning and what are the ethical issues associated with it?
What are the main techniques used in assisted reproductive technology (ART) in humans and what are the ethical issues associated with such techniques?
How do genetic factors impact on complex human behaviours such as aggression?
How does genetic testing of embryos and foetuses offer hope to individuals wishing to have children and what are the ethical implications for such testing?
How might the sequencing of the human genome impact on our lives, our medical decisions and society?