A short story about genetic testing, privacy, and profit. After reading the story, your students can use the 3 level of Technology Contemplation table below to evaluate the unforseen consequences of technologies. More instructions and post-reading questions can be found at the "Thinking about science...in fiction" link.
After watching the movie Gattaca (PG-13), follow up with these activities to have a conversation with your students regarding the future of biotechnology and the ethical considerations in the advancement of biotechnology.
Use this to jot down key moments in the movie and to have as a reference during the class discussion.