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Instructions

Mind-mapping exercise: Instructions for training researchers about ethics issues on gene editing

Instructions for:TraineeTrainer

Goal

This short interactive workshop introduces the ethical challenges in gene editing. Using a real case, it aims to encourage reflection on ethical issues related to this technology among junior researchers.

Requirements

For trainers:

Complete the two eneri e-learning module on Gene Editing: Gene Editing: Ethics Issues Eneri and Gene Editing: Technology Basics Eneri

For trainees:

No prior expertise in gene editing is required, but participants should have a basic understanding of some basics for research ethics. To do that, trainees can complete the eneri e-learning module on Research Ethics And Integrity Basics Eneri

Duration (hours)

1.5

For whom is this important?

Junior researchersTrainers

Part of

irecs

Steps

1Welcome and introduction of the trainer, session program and objectives (10-15 mins)

2Short introduction to gene editing (5 min)

3Mind-mapping (40 min)

4Closing (5-10 minutes)

Practical Tips

• Familiarize yourself with the irecs materials on gene editing and identify where are the videos and cases you will use for this session
• Test all needed digital tools (Mentimeter, digital whiteboards, etc.) in advance.  
• Be aware of the diverse cultural and regulatory backgrounds of the trainees in your group.
• Share additional resources and the rest of e-modules at the end of the session.
• Collect feedback through the evaluation form to improve future sessions.

1

Welcome and introduction of the trainer, session program and objectives (10-15 mins)

• Start by introducing yourself and the aim of the session:

Aim: To introduce the ethical challenges related to gene editing. Using a real case, it aims to encourage reflection on ethical issues related to this technology in an interactive way.

• Continue with an ice-breaker to warm up your audience. Do that before introducing the topic. Ask participants one of these questions, encourage participants to share their answers with all the group:
  

• • What’s one word that comes to mind when you think of gene editing?
  • What's one thing about gene editing that makes you feel excited or uneasy?

• Continue with a short introduction of the session and plan:
  

• • Short introduction to gene editing
  • Our focus today: mind-mapping  
  • Mind mapping in smaller groups
  • Plenary discussion

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