Riddle
Smash Lord
In most public schools in the western world, the only scientific theory on the origin of humans that iis taught is evolution. As you all know the theory of evolution states that humans, and all other species, gradually changed and became new species as a result of natural selection. This is widely accepted by the world, and most people have no problem with this theory. However, some people would have other theories taught in school, namely Intelligent Design. Intellligent Design is the theory that A 'Creator' (such as God) Individually created each species as it is. This has flared into a debate (not really, that makes it sound important) and I would like to hear your opinions.
Background information aside, I'd like to ask you all your opinions on the matter.
Do you think we should teach intelligent design in school? Why?
I believe that the theory of evolution is true beyond a shadow of a doubt. As an atheist I am opposed to intelligent design for a number of reasons. First of all, the thought that there is a creator to create the world is completely unsupported whereas there is a lot of evidence for a scientific beginning to the universe, such as the big bang. (look here) Secondly, there is also a lot of evidence to support evolution itself. Why do we need a new flu vaccine every year? Because the flu virus is evolving. The theory of evolution is so well-supported that it is considered a fact by many,, including me. (evidence)
On the flip-side, Evolution truly is only a theory (so is gravity), and there are other possible explanations. Why should we limit the knowledge of children to just one possibility?
However, I believe that it boils down to this: Teaching kids intelligent design is a waste of time.
Relevant if somewhat dated article here
Background information aside, I'd like to ask you all your opinions on the matter.
Do you think we should teach intelligent design in school? Why?
I believe that the theory of evolution is true beyond a shadow of a doubt. As an atheist I am opposed to intelligent design for a number of reasons. First of all, the thought that there is a creator to create the world is completely unsupported whereas there is a lot of evidence for a scientific beginning to the universe, such as the big bang. (look here) Secondly, there is also a lot of evidence to support evolution itself. Why do we need a new flu vaccine every year? Because the flu virus is evolving. The theory of evolution is so well-supported that it is considered a fact by many,, including me. (evidence)
On the flip-side, Evolution truly is only a theory (so is gravity), and there are other possible explanations. Why should we limit the knowledge of children to just one possibility?
However, I believe that it boils down to this: Teaching kids intelligent design is a waste of time.
Relevant if somewhat dated article here