Science, evolution, and creationism / National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

National Academy of Sciences (U.S.)

Institute of Medicine (U.S.)

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Evolution (Biology).

Creationism.

Science.

Physical Description:

xv, 70 pages : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 26 cm

Place of Publication:

Washington, D.C. : National Academies Press, [2008]

Summary:

How did life evolve on Earth? The answer to this question can help us to understand our past and to prepare for our future. Although evolution provides credible and reliable answers, polls show that many people turn away from science, seeking other explanations with which they are more comfortable.

In this book, a group of experts assembled by the National Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Medicine explain the fundamental methods of science, document the overwhelming evidence in support of biological evolution, and evaluate the alternative perspectives offered by advocates of various kinds of creationism, including "intelligent design." Science, Evolution, and Creationism explores the many fascinating inquiries being pursued that put the science of evolution to work in preventing and treating human disease, developing new agricultural products, and fostering industrial innovations. The book also presents the scientific and legal reasons for not teaching creationist ideas in public school science classes.

Mindful of school board battles and recent court decisions, Science, Evolution, and Creationism shows that science and religion should be viewed as different ways of understanding the world rather than as frameworks that are in conflict with each other and that the evidence for evolution can be fully compatible with religious faith. For educators, students, teachers, community leaders, legislators, policymakers, and parents who seek to understand the basis of evolutionary science, this publication will be an essential resource.

Contents:

Chapter 1 Evolution and the Nature of Science 1

Chapter 2 The Evidence for Biological Evolution 17

Chapter 3 Creationist Perspectives 37.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 55-59) and index.

ISBN:

9780309105866

0309105862

OCLC:

123539346