Gene Editing: Exploring Ethical Challenges

Instructions

Gene Editing: Exploring Ethical Challenges

Instructions for:TraineeTrainer

Goal

This module introduces the ethical challenges in gene editing. Using real life cases, it aims to encourage reflection on ethical issues related to this technology.

Requirements

For trainers: Before using this module trainers should complete the two ENERI e-learning modules on Gene Editing: Gene Editing: Ethics Issues and Gene Editing: Technology Basics

For trainees: No prior expertise in gene editing is required, but participants should have a basic understanding of research ethics concepts. Participants are encouraged to complete the ENERI e-learning module on Research Ethics And Integrity Basics  

Duration (hours)

1

For whom is this important?

RECs

Part of

irecs

Steps

1Welcome (10-15 minutes) & introduction of the session program and objectives

2Ice breaker (10 minutes)

3Warm up: Case presentation (15 minutes)

4Interactive lecture (45 minutes)

5Case discussion in subgroups (45 minutes)

6Group presentations and plenary discussion (30-40 minutes)

7Concluding session (10-20 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 digital tools (Mentimeter, digital whiteboards) 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.

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