THE GREAT DEBATE!
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
o
o
o
o
o
In-vitro fertilization
Gene testing of fetus
Medical abortion
Genetic engineering of fetus
Embryo screening/PGD
Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) passed as a
component of National Health Care Reform
Debate Topic B
• Should genetic engineering of humans be allowed?
o
o
o
o
Gene therapy
Human stem cell research
Therapeutic cloning
Replacement organs
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
Debate Topic D
• Should an individual’s DNA make-up be subject to
mandatory testing?
o
o
o
o
o
o
Right to privacy
Insurance companies, employer
Use of DNA in forensics
Family planning
DNA Testing by Mail
Pre-Existing Condition Insurance Plan (PCIP) passed as a
component of National Health Care Reform
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
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
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!
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Knowledge
1
2
Contribution to the understanding of the debate topic
Quality & quantity of material researched outside of class
3
4
5
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Participation
Degree of involvement in group decisions
Degree of involvement in group effort
1
2
3
4
5
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Attitude
Willingness to work toward team goal
Enthusiasm
1
2
3
4
5
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Additional Comments?
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