Why creationism shouldn't be taught in school?

Since Creationism is seen as promoting religion, it can be taught in courses that are not science-related. See also: Is there evidence for Creation?

Creationism can be taught in public schools in America after the Supreme court ruling of Stone v. Graham.

indeed I do, but creationism belongs in religous education whereas Evolution belongs in science

Provided it is taught in the appropriate context, creationism may be taught when and where it is legal to do so. It is generally legal to teach creationism in private, religious schools, although it ought not be taught out of context, for example in science or history classes. Evolution should be taught in science lessons, since it is a science but, of course, not in religious lessons. Creationism may be taught in public schools in…

Creationism is not taught in Ohio public schools as part of the science curriculum. It may be taught in a cultural or sociological classroom setting, depending on the teacher or school. Only evolution is taught as a scientific theory for the origin of life in biology/science classes.

Creationism IS taught in public schools. There are many forms of creationism taught in mythology classes. Creationism, itself, is explored in philosophy classes. Biblical creation is taught in English and literature classes. Musical interpretations of Genesis are taught in music classes. Creationism is not taught in science classes because it is not supported by any scientific evidence whatsoever. It makes no verifiable predictions. It also has no practical application.

Each should be taught in the appropriate context, as long as it is legal to do so. Evolution should be taught in science lessons, since it is a science but, of course, not in religious lessons. Creationism may be taught in lessons on religion if religious instruction is a permitted part of the curriculum. Being a topic of religion, creationism should not be taught alongside evolution in science courses.

Creationism is a topic of religion and has a place in religious education, where the public school system permits this. Of course, children and their parents need to be able to decide what religious topics they are exposed to (other than comparative religion, which is really a philosophy course), so they need to be able to opt-in or opt-out at any time. Creationism does not have a place in science or history lesson.

The United States Supreme Court has defined creationism as a religious hypothesis, which should be taught only as part of religious education. It is not permitted to be taught in science courses. For more information, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation

In Ohio's Public School system, Evolution is taught in all science classes. "Creationism" is generally reserved for either private study, or a Religion Class. The State of Ohio does not have a law requiring this, but it is an understanding that a debate on creationism does not belong in a Science classroom, but rather a Theology classroom.

Evolution can be taught in public schools because it is a verifiable scientific fact based on evidence. Creationism cannot be taught (at least, not as fact) in schools in the United States because it is a religious doctrine, and the Constitution says that Church and State must remain independent from one another. One is of course free to teach about creationism, for instance in comparative religion courses.

Biblical creation was taught as fact in United States public schools until the latter part of the nineteenth century, because it was simply assumed that the Bible explained what really happened. From the late nineteenth century until the 1920s, the Theory of Evolution was accepted in the United States more or less without comment, and slowly began to be taught in schools. Then, in the early 1920s, a number of southern state legislatures began to…

Absolutely - it should be taught in classes pertaining to religion. There are many forms of creationism from many different religions. I think it is important for children to know about religions and creationism is part of the beliefs of some religious groups. I do not think it should be 'taught' but children should be taught of it. (There is a difference) That is just my opinion though and I respect the opinions of anybody…

The only reason is because many non-believers would never allow it and quarrels would result. There are many people refuse to objectively examine the evidence for a young Earth and for direct, intelligent Creation. These are emotionally fought against by the very people who claim impartiality. http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_some_proofs_offered_by_Creationists http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-philosophy/can-you-prove-that-god-exists http://www.allaboutscience.org/intelligent-design.htm http://www.pathlights.com/ce_encyclopedia/sci-ev/sci_vs_ev_26.htm

No. Teaching creationism alongside evolutionary theory would suggest that they are equivalent explanations. They are not. Evolutionary theory is a well-established scientific model; creationism is a religious myth, and should be taught as such.

Creationism is the basis of all religions, it is what science says is not true. Teaching it in a public school is illegal.

There are two questions here, one explicit and one implicit: The first addresses whether the concept of creationism should be taught in public schools in some class. The second concerns whether or not creationism should be taught in a science class. The answer to either has NOTHING to do with the theory of evolution. Let's address the second question first, because it's the easiest to answer. Creationism absolutely should never be taught in a science…

High School Science classes cover a wide range of topics depending on the science curriculum, and what branch is being taught. Traditionally the subjects include life, earth, space and physical science. There is a great deal of controversy concerning the extent of physical science, as well as the Darwin vs Bible creationism theories.

Creationism affects us in that it provides an answer as to how the universe, and living things, came to be. It states that the universe had a Creator. This teaches us that God exists, that our lives and the world are not random, and that the created things may be assumed to contain vast wisdom in their beautiful and purposeful design. (In recent decades, this wisdom has indeed been partially revealed, through increasingly powerful microscopes.)…

It means what the Torah says, that God created the Universe by a deliberate, intelligent act of direct creation. See also: Is there evidence for Creation? Can you show that God exists? Seeing God's wisdom

no if they dont want to do it they shouldnt do it

well you shouldnt be watching youtube in school

Yes, as determined by the Supreme Court of the United States of America in 1987 (Edwards vs. Aguillard), creationism cannot be taught in public schools as doing so would violate the US constitution.

Not as subject, no. It is illegal to teach religion in public schools in the United States save for social and comparative studies.

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You shouldnt! school lunches are really unhealthy. bring your own lunch.

I think that they should be able to bring electronics to school, but not use them during school hours.

1) In order to reconcile Creation with Evolution, Old-Earth Creationism holds that God made the universe and then guided Evolution over long epochs. 2) In repudiation of Evolution, Young-Earth Creationism holds that God created the universe and living things relatively recently without the use of Evolution. See also the Related Links. Link: Evidence for Creation Link: Can you show that God exists Link: God's wisdom seen in His creations

According to Wikipedia, Creationism is the religious belief that humanity, life, the Earth, and the universe were created in their original form by a deity (often the Abrahamic God of Judaism, Christianity and Islam) or deities. Initially, Creationism developed as a response by a minority of Christians to the Theory of Evolution. Its advocates attempted to have Creationism taught, in US schools, in science classes as a valid alternative to evolution. The courts blocked this…

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Of course someone could.

Yes. It is in Britian, but i don't know about America or anywhere else. == Not in the Dover Area School District in Pennsylvania it isn't. == If you meant Britain, no it's not taught in public schools. Evolution is. There are some private Christian schools in Britain that do teach the creationist view alongside evolution, but they are very much in the minority. == In the U.S., there is a Constitutional division between church…

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:) Well shouldnt you work it out by yourself?? pay attention in school!!:)

No they shouldnt

amature wrestling is taught in high school

Edwin W. Edwards was the governor of Louisiana at the time. Don Aguillard was a Louisiana high school advanced biology teacher at the time. In the late 1980's, legislation was trying to be passed by "creationists" stating that if evolution was taught in a public school science class, then creationism had to be taught as well with equal time. Aguillard et al believed this threatened academic freedom because it advanced the agenda of specific religions…

No, Intelligent Design (ID) should not be taught in schools, at least not public ones. Intelligent Design is not scientific fact. It could be taught in a comparative religion class along with other myths. Federal Courts have ruled that ID is not science but is simply the repackaged religious concept of creationism. Because of that, it cannot be legally taught in public schools.

Latin is a subject that is taught in high school usually in the 9th and 10th grades.

Yes, the tradition of Creation by God goes all the way back to the first man, passed down in an uninterrupted chain of teachers and disciples, and recorded in the Torah by Moses (Deuteronomy 31:24) at God's dictation (Exodus 24:12). The Creationism-movement, however, is very recent.

Because, like Evolution, it deals with some of the major issues of existence such as how and why we are here. According to the theory of the Big Bang followed by evolution, the Universe (and this Earth) resulted from random events stemming from natural laws, and life then developed by random processes, especially mutations. The narrative of Divine Creation, which is contained in Genesis ch.1 and 2, states that God created the universe. This teaches…

In public schools, Creationism can be taught as part of comparative religion, or cultural classes or the like. Since so many people believe that the world was created by God, it is proper to allow children to hear about this subject. See also: Is there evidence for Creation? Can you show that God exists? Seeing God's wisdom

Tom taught at your school after graduating from the university.

no george was actually taught in a log school in fredricksburg Virginia

Originally, she taught at a Catholic school in Darjeeling, India, but then taught at St. Mary's School in Calcutta.

'Atheists' are a general grouping, not a specific one. Many have no opinion on the subject, and allow expert opinions to weigh the matter on their behalf. Some refuse the admission of creationism in public education as science (although private education may do what it pleases) because it is inherently unscientific and in many places, illegal to do so. Evolution is accepted because of its scientific support. Others make acceptance for creationism taught in religious…

Creationism states (in accordance with ancient tradition) that God made the universe. http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-philosophy/can-you-prove-that-god-exists http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_are_some_proofs_offered_by_Creationists

John Adams attended a dame school, which is a local school taught by a female teacher. The school taught the rudimentary skills of reading and writing.

You present a very valid question. Why are taxes not taught in schools? Taxes are an important part of every Americans lives. Not only are they legally required but not paying them can land a person in deep deep trouble. In theory a Public School does offer tax knowledge but it must be sought by the student. If you've ever seen Harry Potter a valiant quote stands out, "Help will always be given at Hogwarts…

it already is, as far as I know, I was in a Canadian school and was taught cursive writing but I think it is important knowledge and should be taught in schools everywhere.