Bush: 'Teach the controversy'

[HighOnHotSauce]

Originally Posted by livius drusus

I don't have a problem with biology students learned about the ID/Evo controversy in a science class. In fact, I can see how it would be an excellent learning opportunity, especially if presented in a creative, interactive fashion.

The history and current events issues we discussed in the science classes of my youth were some of my favorite studies, and did a lot to keep me interested in the subject matter.

Perhaps some background about the controversy itself but ID and evolution being taught side by side I don’t agree with.

[Morroskye]

In Kansas our school board was seized once again by Christian conservatives. ID will be taught alongside evolution, making Kansas a national laughing stock, once again. These people get elected and impose their agenda, as they promise to do. I would say teaching evolution is the only acceptable way to approach the world of known science with students. It would be a joyous day if Christians were banned from public schools. It would certainly improve the intellectual atmosphere of the classroom.

[livius drusus]

Originally Posted by HighOnHotSauce

Perhaps some background about the controversy itself but ID and evolution being taught side by side I don’t agree with.

I don't really see that being an issue, to tell the truth. ID doesn't really have much to say other than God started/directed it. Bush's statement was that he thought ID should be taught so students understand the controversy, and I agree with that thoroughly, both because it's an important issue in current science events (in the US, natch) and because suppressing the discussion looks shady, as if evolution had something to hide.