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Evolution and Creationism Ryan Burns English 250 Section RM

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The issue Two conflicting world views Faith versus science Which should be taught in school? Where should each be taught?

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Evolution argument Establishment clause of the US Constitution Basis of creationism is faith, not science

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Creationism argument Free exercise clause of the US Constitution Differences in opinion on the origins of life

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Errors with the arguments Both sides only have partially valid points Science doesnt care about opinions Teaching religion in schools doesnt always violate the Establishment clause The free exercise clause has limits

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Solution Separate subjects, separate classes Keep biology intact Create religious studies classes in public schools

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Works Cited Light, John. "Interactive Map: Voucher Schools Teaching Creationism." BillMoyerscom. Moyer's and Company, 1 Mar. 2013. Web. 04 May 2013. Loyd, Tina. Personal interview. 07 Apr. 2013. Morris, Henry. "Introducing Creationism into Public Schools." Institute of Creation Research. Institute of Creation Research. n.d. Web. 07 Apr. 2013. Nugent, Michael. "The Case for a Secular Education System." Michael Nugent RSS. 11 Mar. 2010. Web. 09 Apr. 2013. US Const. Amend 1. Print. The Institute for Creation Research. ICR, n.d. Web. 17 Apr. 2013. Weinberg, Stanley L. "Reactions to Creationism in Iowa." Creationism and Evolution Journal 2 (1980): n. pag. National Center for Science Education. Web. 09 Apr. 2013.

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Questions?