1. THE GREAT DEBATE!

2. Debate Topic A Should reproductive technology continue to be explored and implemented using information from the Human Genome Project and the potential for genetic engineering it offers? o In-vitro fertilization o Gene testing of fetus o Medical abortion o Genetic engineering of fetus o Embryo screening/PGD o Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) passed as a component of National Health Care Reform

3. Debate Topic B Should genetic engineering of humans be allowed? o Gene therapy o Human stem cell research o Therapeutic cloning o Replacement organs

4. Debate Topic C Should genetic alteration of plants and animals be allowed? o Transgenic organisms o Genetically-modified foods o Reproductive cloning to replenish endangered/extinct species

5. Debate Topic D Should an individual’s DNA make-up be subject to mandatory testing? o Right to privacy o Insurance companies, employer o Use of DNA in forensics o Family planning o DNA Testing by Mail o Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) passed as a component of National Health Care Reform

6. Debate Topics Debate Topic A  Reproductive Technology Debate Topic B  Genetic Engineering of Human (post-birth) Debate Topic C  Genetic Alteration of Plants & Non-human Animals Debate Topic D  DNA Testing

7. Debate Format Pro Opening Speech – 4 min o Cross Examination by Con Team Member – 2 min Con Opening Speech – 4 min o Cross Examination by Pro Team Member – 2 min Pro Second Speech – 4 min o Cross Examination by Con Team Member – 2 min Con Second Speech – 4 min o Cross Examination by Pro Team Member – 2 min Break (4 min) Con Rebuttal Speech – 2 min Pro Rebuttal Speech – 2 min

8. Peer Evaluation Rank each student in your group from 1-5, with 5 being the highest, for each of the following categories. Additional comments are very helpful and appreciated! Student _____________________________________________________ Knowledge1 2 3 4 5 Contribution to the understanding of the debate topic Quality & quantity of material researched outside of class Participation1 2 3 4 5 Degree of involvement in group decisions Degree of involvement in group effort Attitude1 2 3 4 5 Willingness to work toward team goal Enthusiasm Additional Comments? ____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________