A discussion with Genie Scott about Science Standards, Creationism and Evolution in the Classroom

This is from a few months back, but is very relevant to Back to School Month!

The podcast for today's radio discussion with Fellman, Scott and Laden is available.

A bit about the history of the NCSE; cultural relativism in the science education movement; Greg disses bench scientists again; The appeasement question; A phone call from a famous Pharyngulistum; Science standards; Local control. The Minnesota Science Standards. An intelligently designed buffet and the question of "alternative curriculum."

Go listen, and come back and comment.

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