biology information night
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This gives examples of why studying biology can be beneficial to everyone - an example of a presentation to persuade students to undertake biology studyTRANSCRIPT
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Putting biology education in perspective
Understanding the significance of its application in the world today
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Biology: the science behind life…
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Biology: the science behind life…
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Who can benefit?
• Myth: A biology education is only useful for those who wish to pursue
further science education/career
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Who can benefit?
• Future life scientists
• Non-scientists participating in democratic decision-making
• Future teachers
• All citizens affected by everyday biological issues
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Biological Literacy
“allows people to tackle issues which intersect with biology and
their lives”
• Beneficial to individuals
• Beneficial to society
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Common Myths
• Only overweight and/or unfit people
have heart attacks
• A sun tan is healthy for you
• Genetically modified food is ‘bad’ for you
• Recycling is a waste of time
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Some important issues in the 21st century
cloning
Global warming
Sustainability
Obesity
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Health Literacy
• Healthy eating
• Exercise Sedentary behaviour
• Dangers of alcohol abuse/smoking
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Current issuein the media
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Environmental Literacy
• Waste and Pollution
• Conservation
• Recycling and renewable energy
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Benefits to Society
• Environmentally friendly society
• Healthier society
• Increased understanding of biological issues within a
community
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Useful thinking for life
• Scientific thinking can enhance non-scientific thinking processes
– Problem solving
– Reasoning
– Analogies
– Deducing facts
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Life is special…