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Course Learning Resources:
Nature's Destiny, How the Laws of Biology Reveal Purpose in the Universe, Denton, Michael J.
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Darwin's Black Box, The Biochemical Challenge to Evolution, Behe, Michael J.
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Course Description Principles of biology with emphasis on the relationship between humankind and modern biological science. Topics include cell biology, inheritance, and an introduction
to ecology.Course Learning Objectives
1. Be able to articulate the theory of evolution;
2. Be able to articulate a creationist perspective on the earth's origin;
3. Be aware of the significant issues underlying the debate between creation and evolution;
4. Be aware of contemporary evidence and philosophy related to the creation and evolution positions;
5. Be able to rigorously evaluate scientific evidence in the pursuit of truth;
6. Develop a personal statement of belief about the origins of life. Course Policies
This is a 6 week course, and moves fairly quickly. Its requirements include assignments, discussion in the virtual classroom
and tests that you will complete and submit via the Internet. I will be available to answer questions, engage in discussion and provide assistance as needed. Your assignments should be submitted as file
attachments in either Microsoft Word or HTML format. Each assignment will be evaluated, graded, and returned with feedback. Values for each assignment and test are provided in a table below.
Timing
Please be sure to time your assignments so that you have adequate time to complete the work in the 6 weeks allowed.
Communication
Discussion is an important aspect to an effective online course. We will primarily communicate via the virtual classroom. However, please feel free to use my email address for
questions, comments, concerns, etc. and I will do the same. Evaluation Material Assignments and Tests
There are 6 assignments, including a final paper, and a final exam.
Grade Components:
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