Science, evolution, and creationism

著者

    • National Academy of Sciences (U.S.)
    • Institute of Medicine (U.S.)

書誌事項

Science, evolution, and creationism

National Academy of Sciences, Institute of Medicine

The National Academies Press, c2008

  • : pbk

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Includes bibliographical references and index

内容説明・目次

内容説明

How did life evolve on Earth? The answer to this question can help us understand our past and 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 the book Science, Evolution, and Creationism, 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." The book 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, policy makers, and parents who seek to understand the basis of evolutionary science, this publication will be an essential resource. Table of Contents Front Matter 1 Evolution and the Nature of Science 2 The Evidence for Biological Evolution 3 Creationist Perspectives 4 Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions Additional Readings Committee Member Biographies Staff and Consultant Biographies Index Photo and Illustration Credits

目次

  • 1 Front Matter
  • 2 1 Evolution and the Nature of Science
  • 3 2 The Evidence for Biological Evolution
  • 4 3 Creationist Perspectives
  • 5 4 Conclusion
  • 6 Frequently Asked Questions
  • 7 Additional Readings
  • 8 Committee Member Biographies
  • 9 Staff and Consultant Biographies
  • 10 Index
  • 11 Photo and Illustration Credits

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詳細情報

  • NII書誌ID(NCID)
    BA8460715X
  • ISBN
    • 9780309105866
  • LCCN
    2007015904
  • 出版国コード
    us
  • タイトル言語コード
    eng
  • 本文言語コード
    eng
  • 出版地
    Washington, D.C.
  • ページ数/冊数
    xv, 70 p.
  • 大きさ
    26 cm
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