
Sentience is the bedrock of ethics: A study of sentience in non-human animals
Year 11
Skill Level 1.2
NCEA AS90926
Key Competencies:
Report on a biological issue.
Summary:
Learn about sentience in non-human animals, which will aid students when making ethical and responsible decisions about the use of animals in science. Sentience includes animals’ self-awareness, emotions and physical sensations, intelligence, morality, and ability to communicate.Â