Addressing Controversy: the Science, Ethics, and Public Discussion of Animal Research
Examines the science, ethics, history, and communication strategies of animal research, seeking common ground to help students make informed decisions on this contentious topic.
Summary
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 3.56 GPA, 96.2% A/AB (n=26 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.71 GPA, 88.2% A/AB (n=17 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.83 GPA, 94.4% A/AB (n=18 letter grades).
What you’ll be able to do
Identify and employ communication practices that encourage tolerant and non-threatening discussion of controversial topics.
Explain how scientific knowledge is acquired, with special reference to research with animals.
Explain and compare ethical principles associated with animal use in research.
Explore and apply principles of effective communication of complex and value-laden science.
Describe the history and evaluate the present status of the animal research controversy.
Construct and critique written and verbal presentations about animal research.
Refine and defend your own position on animal research in a respectful and non-judgmental way that encourages additional dialog.
Identify common ground among differing perspectives on animal research, and develop best practices for communicating this subject to diverse audiences.
Practice critical reading, logical thinking, and the use of evidence.
Employ appropriate style and disciplinary conventions in writing and speaking.
Learn to use core library resources specific to the discipline.
Source: UW Guide 1· UW Guide 2
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- Satisfied Communications A
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- Satisfied Communications A
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the class
Recent recorded grades — Spring 2022: 3.56 GPA, 96.2% A/AB (n=26 letter grades); Spring 2023: 3.71 GPA, 88.2% A/AB (n=17 letter grades); Spring 2024: 3.83 GPA, 94.4% A/AB (n=18 letter grades).
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Topics
- Science, ethics, history, and communication of animal research
- History and current status of the animal research controversy
- Critical reading, logical thinking, and use of evidence
- Use of core library resources specific to the discipline
Skills
- Science, ethics, history, and communication strategies related to animal research
- Explanation of how scientific knowledge is acquired in animal research
- Comparison of ethical principles for animal use in research
- Historical description and evaluation of the animal research controversy
- Application of disciplinary style and conventions in writing and speaking
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