An Evaluation of Genetically Modified Organisms

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An Evaluation of Genetically Modified Organisms - Module Description.............4

An Evaluation of Genetically Modified Organisms.........................................5

      Introduction..................................................................................5

      Objectives....................................................................................5  
Notes to Instructors.............................................................................6  
      How are Genetically Modified Organisms Produced?...............................6  
      Detailed Video Outline: Harvest of Fear..............................................6  
            Introduction and Overview.........................................................7  
            Concerns................................................................................7  
            How do we know that GMOs are safe to eat?................................8  
            Case study in StarLink Corn.......................................................8  
            Are we "tampering with nature?" (OPTIONAL)................................9  
            Do GMOs harm the environment?...............................................10  
            What does the future hold?......................................................13  
Student Handout................................................................................14  
Glossary............................................................................................20  
Assessment.......................................................................................21  
Suggested Resources..........................................................................27  
      Print Resources............................................................................27  
      Video Resources...........................................................................28  

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