Section outline

  • EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING the concept of eugenics and discrimination through the visual text “Gattaca” by recognising that directors use different verbal and visual language techniques to highlight how we all respond differently to challenges that we may encounter.
    • We are EXPLORING the concept of eugenics and discrimination through the visual text “Gattaca” by investigating a range of visual techniques and experimenting with the effect it has on the viewers
    • We are EXPLORING the concept of eugenics and discrimination through the visual text “Gattaca” by collaborating with one another to discover how the visual techniques highlight the manner in which characters respond to challenges
    • We are EXPLORING the concept of eugenics and discrimination through the visual text “Gattaca” by researching the symbols the director has employed to present the idea of genoism


    Activities:

    1. Mind Map unpacking the context and big idea: How might we develop an understanding of the impact of our choices in a range of context so that we can make informed decisions?
    2. Gattaca Film Trailer -Watch the trailer and identify the main themes and issues that are emphasised. Gattaca (1997) Trailer #1 | Movieclips Classic Trailers
    3.  How far away are we from the reality of Eugenics? TED Talks Video - Jennifer Doudna: We can change our DNA, but let's do it wisely...
    4. PEDAL - Do you think genetic engineering is ethical in human beings?

    5. Complete a PMI chart - genetic engineering.

    6. Eugenics and the Lebensborn Program. Watch the following videos and explain how eugenics discriminated against minority groups. Research how eugenics was a key motivator what Hitler did during the holocaust.