Are genetically engineered foods risky or beneficial overall? The video, part of the PBS food science series, explores the debate from a scientific perspective. It explains the history of genetic modification, the benefits, and the regulations. Some concerns of those opposed to engineered food contrast the scientific view presented.

Concepts

genetic engineering, food, genetically modified food, food labels, food science, food safety, food preservation, food production

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Research genetically engineered foods grown in your area
• Learn more about Golden Rice

Classroom Considerations

• Allows for downloading or streaming the video

Pros

• Available in English and Spanish with subtitles in both languages
• Explains the US legal definition of organic

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.6.2 SL.7.2 SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 SL.11-12.2 RST.6-8.4 RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4