Human Genetics and Society [Paperback]

Ronnee Yashon (Author), Michael Cummings (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0495114251 | ISBN-13: 978-0495114253 | Publication Date: September 25, 2008 | Edition: 1

Extremely student-friendly and completely relevant, HUMAN GENETICS AND SOCIETY, First Edition, makes the basic concepts and processes of genetics real by addressing issues that relate directly to your life, enabling you to make informed decisions. Fully integrating science and social issues, the text presents the basics of human genetics in the context of the issues that result from the flood of products, services, and techniques developed from genetic knowledge. It challenges you to think critically in your personal and professional decisions with regard to genetics. Written for the nonscience major, the text presumes no prior biology instruction. Clear and accessible, it doesn't get bogged down in complicated scientific and quantitative details but does provide a wide array of examples, case studies, and applications to personal and social concerns. Its emphasis on relevant issues equips you with the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions related to your health as well as public policy. You also learn how to recognize genetic disorders and become familiar with their causes and patterns of inheritance. Less rigorous than texts designed for science majors, HUMAN GENETICS AND SOCIETY, First Edition, is conceptually driven and provides case studies and readings that focus on issues.

Editorial Reviews

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"Students will have an easier time with the material because of the book's link to real-life situations."Robert Wiggers, Stephen F. Austin State University

"The cases are so interesting…they are perfect for engaging class discussions and to have ongoing debates…Makes complex topics appealing."Jose Vazquez, New York University --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

About the Author

Ronnee K. Yashon--a nationally known expert in teaching genetics, ethics, and the law on all levels--teaches Law and Genetics at the Experimental College of Tufts University and Boston University School of Medicine. She has a law degree and a background in teaching on the high school, undergraduate, graduate, and law school levels. A recipient of the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching and the Outstanding Biology Teacher Award in Illinois, Yashon was the Educational Coordinator for the Wright Center for Science Education at Tufts University, during which time she ran numerous workshops for science teachers and disseminated interdisciplinary lessons at local and national conventions, including NSTA and NABT. A genetics seminar at Ball State University in 1985 sparked her interest in law. She then applied and graduated from law school with a specialty in science and law. A popular speaker at in-service meetings for secondary teachers and for two- and four-year college associations, Yashon has helped bring new ways of presenting old topics. Her case study methodology for introducing bioethics and law in the curriculum uses simple, personalized, and current scenarios that involve the student in decision making. Yashon has presented this case study method all over the country. She has six case study books, including two minibooks that focus on genetics and environmental issues. The implementation of science-oriented law courses in current law school curriculum is a continuing interest in addition to educating jurists and attorneys on the subject of genetics. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 302 pages
• Publisher: Brooks Cole; 1 edition (September 25, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0495114251
• ISBN-13: 978-0495114253
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #18,410 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Text!, November 6, 2011

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This review is from: Human Genetics and Society (Paperback)

I was surprised that I found this text so interesting! I've since dropped the course due to personal issues this semester, but I still find myself reading through the text. Not only does it provide you with the facts you need to develop a basic grasp of genetics, but it also supplements the facts with moral questions and debates. There is no "right" or "wrong" answer to these moral questions, and it got the online class actively debating. There is something to be said for a text that sparks active debates amongst students who aren't even required to post on a given topic!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars genetics explained, March 20, 2010

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Ronnee K. Yashon (W. Somerville, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Human Genetics and Society (Paperback)

This book explains human genetics that anyone can understand. It has real life cases that mirror what people actually go through when they are faced with genetic problems.

1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Already publishing a new edition, I see, June 29, 2011

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J. Walls (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Human Genetics and Society (Paperback)

First, this little, thin paperback text book most certainly is not worth the big price tag on it. Second, the first edition was just published in September 25, 2008. Now, the author is publishing a second edition with an estimated published date of 09/30/2011. Most 16-week classes start in late August, not near 09/30/2011. I suggest you wait until they published this second edition before buying.