This module is intended to be taught at the conclusion of units of study on microbiology, genetics, and scientific inquiry. The knowledge gained from this module supports content learned in these units in Biology. Stem cell research is a potentially controversial topic that warrants research from balanced informational sources. Throughout the module, students will experience information presented in a variety of formats including texts, videos, and informational graphics. Since claim development is central to argumentation writing, sufficient time is allotted to ensure that students develop clear and strong claim statements. The writing process for this module encourages students to use strong evidence from the texts to support those claims and also to refute counterclaims.
