"We live in an age of constant scientific discovery - a world shaped by revolutionary new technologies. Just look at your favorite newspaper. The chances are pretty good that in the next few days you'll see a headline about global warming, cloning, fossils in meteorites, or genetically engineered food... As a consumer, as a business professional, and as a citizen, you will have to form opinions about these and other science-based issues..." (Hazen, 2002).

Reference: Hazen, R. M. (2002). Why should you be scientifically literate? Retrieved from http://www.actionbioscience.org/education/hazen.html

Discussion Question. As a consumer, as a business professional, and as a citizen, describe (a) one or more ways that SCI115 has helped to prepare you to form opinions about science-based issues, and (b) one way that you would strengthen the course to better achieve this goal. Provide a detailed explanation in at least 125 words. Also, reply to at least one fellow student.