Genetic engineering

Today we're going to be looking at genetic engineering - what it is and what issues there are associated with it. We spent a lesson on it last term, but are going to be looking at it in more detail today.

1. First of all, use this animation and the info on the next pages to explain what genetic engineering is. Using dot points for the steps involved might be useful.
2. What are some products that can be produced by genetically modified (GM) organisms?
3. There are lots of different websites with information about GM, like the BBC or Nature journal.  Read some articles here and on other sites you can find that are reliable, eg official news sites.  Give one reason for using genetic engineering, and one reason against doing so. Reference your argument by saying who else has made it and where.
4. What is embryo screening? Why is it controversial?
5. What are the pros and cons of 'designer' babies?
6. Read the article here (the 'pets in all colours' section). Where have these mice been given DNA from?  Do you agree with this? Why or why not?