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Not in Our Classrooms: Why Intelligent Design Is… door Eugenie C. Scott
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Devil_llama | 2 andere besprekingen | Aug 2, 2013 | Summary: Although the Scopes trial was almost 90 years ago, the issue of evolution education in American schools is still a contentious issue. Although strict creationism has been for the most part abandoned, its close cousin, intelligent design, has been repeatedly inserted into public school curricula. Although courts have struck down these efforts in recent decisions, like those in Dover, Pennsylvania, proponents of intelligent design have continued their efforts to discredit evolution and prevent its being taught. Not in Our Classrooms is a collection of essays put together by the National Center for Science Education, and geared to educate people that are interested in the state of America's science curriculum about the history of the intelligent design movement and the ways that it has tried to introduce religious ideas into the public science classroom.
Review: Although I am, without question, deeply involved in science education, this book was not really geared towards me. I was expecting more of a guide on how to respond to creationist/intelligent design attacks on evolution education, with maybe a little historical and legal background thrown in for good measure. And that's what I wanted; I teach evolution (among other things), and although it hasn't been an issue yet, I wanted a resource for when that inevitable upset religious student comes to me contesting the course material. And that's not what I got; this book was a lot more historical and legal background and not so much in the way of concrete advice.
So it turns out that this book is not really geared towards evolutionary biologists, nor even really science educators (at least not at the college level), but rather towards concerned parents and other citizens who know that science education is under threat, but may not know the specifics of what intelligent design is, or why incorporating it into public school science curricula is wrong. It's a much broader audience than I was expecting, which is why I decided to review this book, even though I don't normally review things I read for work.
Even though this book wasn't quite what I was looking for, it does have a wealth of information that's for the most part presented clearly and accessibly for the layperson. (Some of the stuff I found the driest and least accessible were the parts about specific legal issues; other readers might not have a problem with this.) It also presents an interesting range of viewpoints on the issue: science education experts, yes, but also religious, legal, and community organization perspectives as well. It wasn't what I was looking for, but it's a resource that I'm glad exists. 3 out of 5 stars.
Recommendation: Readers looking for specific guides about what to *do* in order to maintain the scientific integrity of our classrooms might find this book a little vague, but it's a good primer for those looking to know more about the controversy (...the controversy over what goes in public school curricula, that is; there is no scientific controversy regarding whether or not evolution is true, despite what the "teach the controversy" advocates would have us believe.)
Review: Although I am, without question, deeply involved in science education, this book was not really geared towards me. I was expecting more of a guide on how to respond to creationist/intelligent design attacks on evolution education, with maybe a little historical and legal background thrown in for good measure. And that's what I wanted; I teach evolution (among other things), and although it hasn't been an issue yet, I wanted a resource for when that inevitable upset religious student comes to me contesting the course material. And that's not what I got; this book was a lot more historical and legal background and not so much in the way of concrete advice.
So it turns out that this book is not really geared towards evolutionary biologists, nor even really science educators (at least not at the college level), but rather towards concerned parents and other citizens who know that science education is under threat, but may not know the specifics of what intelligent design is, or why incorporating it into public school science curricula is wrong. It's a much broader audience than I was expecting, which is why I decided to review this book, even though I don't normally review things I read for work.
Even though this book wasn't quite what I was looking for, it does have a wealth of information that's for the most part presented clearly and accessibly for the layperson. (Some of the stuff I found the driest and least accessible were the parts about specific legal issues; other readers might not have a problem with this.) It also presents an interesting range of viewpoints on the issue: science education experts, yes, but also religious, legal, and community organization perspectives as well. It wasn't what I was looking for, but it's a resource that I'm glad exists. 3 out of 5 stars.
Recommendation: Readers looking for specific guides about what to *do* in order to maintain the scientific integrity of our classrooms might find this book a little vague, but it's a good primer for those looking to know more about the controversy (...the controversy over what goes in public school curricula, that is; there is no scientific controversy regarding whether or not evolution is true, despite what the "teach the controversy" advocates would have us believe.)
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fyrefly98 | 2 andere besprekingen | Jun 14, 2013 | A very good introduction to the political controversy that is continually being stirred up all over the country as anti-science forces manuever around to get creationism (now in the form of intelligent design) added to the school curriculum. The author is a key player in the battle zones, a crucial witness at most of the trials, and a tireless worker on behalf of good science education. The book is clear, and lucidly explains the evidence for evolution and why creationism is not appropriate for the public schools.½
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Devil_llama | 2 andere besprekingen | Apr 25, 2011 | Dr. Eugenie Scott is the Executive Director of the National Center for Science Education. In this revised edition, Dr. Scott presents points of view not only from the scientific community, but from various Christian Creationist perspectives. Evolution is not in dispute within the scientific communty but it is hotly disputed by some fundamentalist faiths. Dr. Scott presents primarily on first source material and allows both sides to argue their own case. This book displays a remarkable amount of restraint. It does not fall into hyperbole or accusation but instead calmly attempts to show the perspective of each side. Many people wish to have "the controversy" taught in our public school science classes. A careful reading of this book may illustrate to the reader that the controversy is not in science but in faith.½
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Borg-mx5 | 2 andere besprekingen | Jan 21, 2011 | I was privileged to see Eugenie Scott speak at The Amazing Meeting 6, in 2007, and picked up this book shortly afterwards. Dr. Scott does a great job of discussing the primary problems with the creationism/ID crowd and their lack of science, research, and deceptions. In recommending a book to someone without any science background, I would probably steer them towards a different book, but for those who have the science background or a strong interest in science, this is worthwhile.
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GeekGoddess | 2 andere besprekingen | Dec 23, 2008 | This book is a useful tool for anyone with a child in school who wants to make sure they are being taught science rather than religion. It explores the history of the creationism/evolution debate, shows the legal cases relevant, and explains what issues the creationists/ID folks keep bringing up. Most of them are laughable, but I'm glad to know about them before I get sprung with them at a PTA meeting. It's sad how well-informed we have to be to beat the ill- and misinformed.
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kaelirenee | 2 andere besprekingen | Oct 3, 2007 | Links
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