Eugenics (medical and social) is a form of population design and control, directing the evolution of human kind. There are arguments in favor of designing and directing who we are and what we become. Far more often we see the concept brought up as a cautionary tale or one of abuse and horrors perpetuated upon other people in the name of "benefitting" the species. We readily accept eugenics when we're "improving" livestock or altering plants but object when the human genome is tampered with. Read the definition article and find one real world example of how this theory of eugenics (the need to alter human beings) was enacted in the 20th-21st centuries. Sum up what was done, why, and the outcome. State your opinion on whether this was a "good" or "bad" practice and why you feel as you do. Finally, write a short paragraph on your opinion about human eugenics as a whole. Tie this to "designer babies". Then include how you feel about similar types of eugenics attempts upon animals and plants. If your feelings about these differ from your opinions about human eugenics explain your reasoning. Comments are closed.
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PurposeIn the Fall, we focus on the foundations of Philosophy and Logic, culminating with a project where you express your own Personal Ethical Code. In the Spring, we study ethical systems of thought and analyze their logic, ending with the development of your own nation, founded and run according to your ethical code. Remind NoticesSign up to get notices https://www.remind.com/join/7cf69 Google ClassroomFor electronic/paperless hand in of HW. Students can join the class with this code: brtzp0p
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