Teaching Evolution in Schools

Teaching Evolution

In keeping with its mission as the national biotechnology education organization, the Biotechnology Institute passed a position statement strongly condemning the teaching of creationism and its variants because it compromises the quality of US public science education, stifling scientific innovation and thus undermining our economic well-being.


Statement of the Biotechnology Institute on the Teaching of Evolution, August 26, 2006

 

Press Release: Creationism Undermines Nation's Economic
Well-Being, October 17, 2006 (PDF version)


BIOTECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE NEWS ARTICLES:

“Waging War on Evolution” (Washington Post, 10/1/2006). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

"When Science Loses, U.S. Scientific Edge is Blunted" (Akron Beacon Journal, 10/3/06). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

"Evolution War Hinders U.S. in Biotechnology" (Charlotte Observer, 10/3/06). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

“War on Evolution Has a Price (St. Paul Pioneer Press, 10/03/2006). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

"Waging War on Evolution" (The Advocate, 10/4/2006 ). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

“War Against Evolution Could Harm Future of U.S. Science” (Minneapolis Star Tribune, 10/05/2006). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

"BOE Vote Is a Chance to Lead on Science Ed" (Wichita Eagle, 10/15/06). Article written by Paul A. Hanle, president of the Biotechnology Institute. (PDF version.)

LINKS TO USEFUL RESOURCES:

NEW! Science, Education, and Creationism, a book that gives gives the public a comprehensive and up-to-date picture of the current scientific understanding of evolution and its importance in the science classroom.

American Association for the Advancment of Science: Evolution resources, including tips for teachers.

National Academy of Sciences: Evolution resources, including books and position statementss on evolution education and research.

American Civil Liberties Union: FAQ on Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School Board.

National Association of Biology Teachers: Statement on Teaching Evolution.

National Center for Science Education: Clearinghouse for evolution information, news and much more...

National Science Teachers Association: Teachers resources and position Statement on the Teaching of Evolution.

People for the American Way: Defending Science Education in Your Community: An Online Toolkit for Students and Parents Whose Public School Science Curriculum is Under Attack

University of California Museum of Paleontology: "An Introduction to Evolution."

U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania: Opinion on Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School Board (PDF Version.)