Al Noor International School Genetically Modified Foods Biotechnology Assessment

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AfL: Biotechnology Part 3 Assessment
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AfL: Biotechnology Part 3
Assessment
Important
This is the third part of the Biotechnology Case Study. The Dropbox for this
submission is hidden and will only appear in your course once you have
received feedback from your teacher on your submission to AfL: Biotechnology
Part 2 Assessment.
Read through third part of the story on this page, answering each set of
questions at the bottom. Upload your answers to the appropriate Dropbox.
After completing all four parts of the story, you will write an opinion essay on your
position for the inclusion of genetically modified organisms in our food supply.
You may argue for or against the position based on your personal opinion.
Part 3: Who Decides What Goes in My Milk?
James was confused. It seemed some recombinant proteins were good and
some were bad. If that were the case, who made the decision on what goes into
your food? James went back online and did a little research into recombinant
proteins and genetically modified foods. He was curious to find the answers and
prove to his big brother that he wasn’t as ignorant and naive as he believed.
Questions
You may need to perform additional research to answer the questions below.
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1. Name the four governmental agencies responsible for the regulation of
biotechnology in Canada.
2. According to Health Canada, are organisms modified by recombinant DNA
technologies considered genetically modified organisms (GMOs)? Explain
why or why not.
3. How are genetically modified fruits and vegetables labelled in the grocery
store?
4. How many novel food products that are considered GMOs are approved for
consumption in Canada?
5. When was rBGH reviewed for use in Canada?
6. Why was James able to bring milk back into Canada containing rBGH if it is
illegal to use this recombinant protein in Canada?
Assessment Details
Your submission should include the following:
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Your answers to the questions written in your own words
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All in-text citations and a reference list according to the APA style guide for
sources used in your submission
Upload your complete answers to the AfL: Biotechnology Part 3
Assessment Dropbox.
 Please note that the Dropbox for this assessment will not appear in your
course until you have received feedback from your teacher on your
submission to AfL: Biotechnology Part 2 Assessment.
Submit this activity to the dropbox. This activity will not contribute to your overall final grade in
this course but may be taken into consideration by your teacher at the end of the course.
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Assignment: Biotechnology Part 4
Important
This is the fourth (and final) part of the Biotechnology Case Study. The Dropbox
for this submission is hidden and will only appear in your course once you have
received feedback from your teacher on your submission to AfL: Biotechnology
Part 3 Assessment.
Read through the final part of the story on this page.
After completing all four parts of the story, you will write an opinion essay on your
position for the inclusion of genetically modified organisms in our food supply.
You may argue for or against the position based on your personal opinion.
Part 4: Smart Food?
James had no idea how much research and discussion went into decisions to
ban things such as rBGH. He realized as a consumer, he simply purchased
things he liked or wanted with little regard for its origins.
He walked back down to the living room and found Brad still lying on the couch.
As James approached, Brad looked at him and smugly asked, “Finish your
homework yet, Einstein?”
James sat down beside him and started to explain all that he had discovered
about recombinant DNA technology, its use, and its regulation.
As he was explaining about the use of synthetic insulin, Brad abruptly cut him off,
saying “DUH. Even little kids know that! Tell me something I don’t know.”
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James was getting frustrated with his older brother and began to walk out of the
room. Out of the corner of his eye, James noticed the bag of popcorn in Brad’s
hands.
“Well, if you’re so smart about this stuff, why are you eating popcorn that is likely
made from genetically modified corn?” asked James.
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For the first time all day, Brad was speechless.
What Do You Think?
Would you be comfortable consuming genetically modified food or are you
adamantly opposed to their inclusion in the food supply. Pick a viewpoint and
explain your position in an opinion essay.
Assessment Details
Your submission should include the following:
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Your opinion essay written in your own words
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All in-text citations and a reference list according to the APA style guide for
sources used in your submission
Upload your complete opinion essay to the Assignment: Biotechnology Part
4 Dropbox.
Resources
Not certain how to write an opinion essay? A brief description of an opinion essay
format, including examples, is provided in this link:
 Opinion Essay Structure
Your work must be written in your own words and all sources of information
properly referenced.
You can reference the APA style guide provided in the course introduction to
ensure you are referencing properly!
 Please note that the Dropbox for this assessment will not appear in your
course until you have received feedback from your teacher on your
submission to AfL: Biotechnology Part 3 Assessment.
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Submit this assignment to the dropbox. This assignment will be evaluated for a grade that will
contribute to your overall final grade in this course.
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