Teaching Evolution is Not Optional

Teaching Evolution is Not Optional

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Biology, Science, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the importance of teaching evolution in public schools, highlighting a study showing that only 28% of biology teachers cover evolution, while 13% teach creationism and 60% avoid both. Legal rulings have consistently supported the teaching of evolution, prohibiting creationism in science classes. The video emphasizes the necessity of evolution in understanding biology and addresses historical and cultural reasons for resistance. It calls for educators to prioritize evolution in their curriculum, supported by legal and scientific consensus.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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