by Carolyn N. Kinder
Science Content Standard 6.0: Ecology
Students will develop an understanding of personal and community health; of the characteristics of changing populations; of the ecology of and uses of natural resources; of changes in environments; and of the use of science and technology in addressing present-day local and global challenges.
Performance Standard 6.1
Students will develop an understanding of the value and behavior of good personal
health
Objective: Students will learn personal responsibility for their own health and
safety and identify those activities which positively or negatively affect their health and safety.
Performance Standard 6.2
Students will develop an understanding of the use of science and technology and its effect on the characteristics of changing populations, ecology resources and changes in the environment.
Objective: Students will identify the characteristics of an environment and how they affect the quality of life.
Strategies:
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I. Define in your own words the following terms: write complete sentences and
elaborate on your ideas. Give examples, when possible.
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1. bioethics
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2. ethical systems
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3. egalitarians
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4. libertarians
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5. utilitarians
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6. communitarians
II. Look at the ethical systems. Which one of these ideologies fit your way of thinking best? Remember that no system alone answers all ethical needs. What are some other factors that should be considered in solving ethical issues related to health care?
