Family Secrets

Grade Level: 9-12

Authors: BEGIN Partnership

Publisher: BSCS and Videodiscovery, Inc.

Copyright Date: 1999

URL: http://begin.envmed.rochester.edu/ 

Cost: Free but you must contact dina_markowitz@urmc.rochester.edu  for materials.

Genetics Content Coverage: human genetic disorders, social issues in genetics, alleles, Mendelian genetics/probability, ELSI

Description: This problem based learning curriculum is made up of five parts and explores the bioethical implications of genetic testing by following a fictional girl with a family history of Huntington’s disease. The materials include teacher lesson plans, PowerPoints and student handouts.

Reviewer Comments:

“It relates genetics to a real world issue and allows students to practice with the techniques scientist use to do genetic testing. They also work through a difficult decision model.”