

They also avoid the use of sharp scalpels or harsh preservative chemicals. Non-animal methods reduce the emotional, ethical, and religious barriers to education. A literature review conducted by the Animals in Science Policy Institute (AiSPI) indicated that in 88 percent of studies, non-animal methods were superior or equivalent to dissection. Non-animal methods are not only more humane, but also more effective, more inclusive, safer, and more economical. At a time when numerous interactive and immersive alternatives are available, it’s time to end this outdated practice once and for all by adopting non-animal teaching methods. In North America, animal dissection remains commonplace in K-12 science education.
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