To Spray or Not to Spray A Debate Over Malaria and DDT
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- Original Source:National Center for Case Study Teaching in Science
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In this case study, students grapple with the complex issues surrounding the use of DDT to control malaria in the developing world. In their examination of the issue, students consider risk/benefit analysis and the precautionary principle, two techniques used when making policy decisions involving the impact of science and technology on society. The case has been used in a senior honors seminar for both majors and non-majors dealing with the nature and impact of science and technology on society as well as in an organic chemistry course for science majors. Less
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Grade: 9 to 12, Undergraduate to Graduate
Topics: Professional Development, Life Sciences, Personal and Community Health, History-Social Science, Chemistry, Health Science & Medical Technology
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Tool for: Teachers