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ABCs
of DNA: Unraveling the Mystery of Genetics Information for Consumers
Agenda
- Introduction
– 15 minutes
Introduce
topic, instructor, participants and objectives
- Video
– 30 minutes
“DNA:
the Secret of Life; a Film about the Double Helix”
- Follow-up
Discussion and Lecture – 20 minutes
Genes,
chromosomes, DNA concepts, terms, definitions
- Presentation
and Demonstration – 15 minutes
Genetic
consultation and testing web resources
- Lecture
and Demonstration – 15 minutes
Human
Genome Project
BREAK
– 10 minutes
- Demonstration
and exercise– 15 minutes
Genetic
disorders and family history taking
- Demonstration
and Online Exploration/Practice – 30 minutes
Internet
resources
- Lecture
and Discussion – 30 minutes
Ethical,
legal, and social issues surrounding genetics
BREAK
– 10 minutes
- Case
Studies and Role Playing – 30 minutes
Dealing
with patrons or own questions about genetics
- Exercises
– 20 minutes
Hands-on
practice
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