1. The Importance of Scientific Literacy: Discuss the importance of scientific literacy in
today's world. What are some of the benefits of being scientifically literate? How can we
improve scientific literacy in our communities?
2. The Ethics of Scientific Research: What are some ethical considerations that scientists
must take into account when conducting research? How can we ensure that scientific
research is conducted in an ethical manner?
3. The Role of Science in Society: What is the role of science in society? How has science
impacted society in the past, and what are some potential future impacts? What are some
ways that science can be used to address societal challenges?
4. The Scientific Method: Discuss the scientific method and how it is used to study and
understand the natural world. What are the key steps in the scientific method, and how do
scientists use it to make discoveries?
5. Scientific Advances and their Implications: Choose a recent scientific advance (e.g.
CRISPR-Cas9, gene therapy, quantum computing, etc.) and discuss its potential
implications for society. What are some ethical, social, or political considerations that
must be taken into account when considering these advances?