I am doing a debate in school, and I only need reasons why it should be taught. Nothing for why it shouldn't
2007-03-27 14:19:15 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Primary & Secondary Education
It should be taught. However, these narrow-minded people assume that the science classroom is the only place anyone would ever dream of teaching it.
Although it is not present, it should be mandatory for all school children to take a World Religions class. Many countries have an official religion, and the topic is important to the dynamics of society. It has influenced leaders since the beginning of time, thus it is worth discussing. When you are talking about modern theology, creationism is important. Thus it would fit in perfectly with a theology class. This is why religion from a historical and objective viewpoint should be studied at least a semester in school. It is an interesting topic, and an important one.
In science classrooms? Perhaps not. It does not hold as a scientific theory because neither its source nor its proof is scientific. However, it should be taught if the flaws (of which there are some) are not covered in evolution. Many students are not even aware that alternatives to evolution do not exist. If you want to talk about indoctrination, its evolution that is the problem. Note the difference between natural selection and evolution. N.S. says that humans become more advanced humans, evolution says that fish become humans eventually. This has little evidence beyond flaky facts. If evolution is to be taught as if it were correct, then natural selection deserves that same respect. However, it should not be put forward as a scientific idea.
Hope this helps.
2007-03-27 15:22:51 · answer #1 · answered by Aegor R 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because no matter how much people claim that evolution has been "scientifically proven", it's still a theory and not a law. Creationism is also a theory with a suprisingly large amount of scientific support- if you know where to look. Creationism, while a major teaching of many religions, does not necessarily have to be taught connected to any religion. There is no reason why both theories should not be taught.
2007-03-27 21:40:30 · answer #2 · answered by Jordan D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dang you got a tough debate topic. it's been years but i took a debate class in high school. well you could say
" there are many beliefs on how we came to be on the earth and if one idea is taught then all documented ideas need to be" " creationism is a part of our culture, students have a right to know about it even if they don't believe it. these ideas should be presented as scientific theories not hard core facts in the public school system regardless of teacher or students personal views. lastly the christian form of creationism isn't the only one out there which is where much of the controvery stems from.
2007-03-27 21:53:15 · answer #3 · answered by Panda 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Evolution is a theory and creation is a theory. If they are teaching the theory of evolution, then if would only seem fair to also teach the theory of creation.
Just my opinion.
2007-03-27 21:24:18 · answer #4 · answered by irish_yankee51 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure it should be. If Xian parents want their children to believe that God created creation, then they have that opportunity at home. Xian parents should stop trying to use the government schools to indoctrinate other peoples' kids.
2007-03-27 21:23:02 · answer #5 · answered by djkinsaul1 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
No. Sorry I can't help you. I'm sure it shouldn't be taught in public school.
2007-03-27 21:26:44 · answer #6 · answered by professorc 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋