Lesson: Applications of Genetic Engineering Biology

In this lesson, we will learn how to describe some applications of genetic engineering and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of these applications.

Lesson Plan

Students will be able to

recall examples of how recombinant DNA and genetic engineering can be used, including producing insulin, treating diseases, and genetically modifying crops,
state the benefits of genetically engineering organisms,
outline some ethical and scientific objections to genetic engineering.

Lesson Video

Lesson Explainer

Lesson Worksheet

Q1:

Which of the following is not a use of recombinant DNA?

Q2:

Which of the following tables correctly summarizes some advantages and disadvantages of using genetic engineering in living organisms?

Q3:

Which of the following would be an example of an organism modified by genetic engineering?