Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a recent scientific innovation (2015-2019) and evaluate how beneficial it is to society.

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a recent scientific innovation (2015-2019) and evaluate how beneficial it is to society.

Write an essay of 1000 words using a minimum of three academic texts. All sources should be cited in the text, and included in your list of references at the end (according to the Harvard referencing system). You may include additional academic texts which must also be clearly cited and referenced in the Harvard style.

Choose one recent scientific innovation (within the year range of 2015-2019) and answer the following question:
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of a recent scientific innovation and evaluate how beneficial it is to society.

Criteria for assessment - demonstrate an ability to:

· Answer the essay question

· Understand the main issues

· Identify main points of texts

· Read critically (i.e. analyse and evaluate evidence, arguments and conclusions); consider the stakeholders involved

· Summarise, paraphrase and acknowledge sources

· Express ideas and present a coherent argument in writing

· Use lexis and grammatical structures appropriately and accurately