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To: Ceewrighter
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The Pennsylvania Academic Standards require students to learn about Darwin’s Theory of Evolution and eventually to take a standardized test of which evolution is a part. Because Darwin’s Theory is a theory, it continues to be tested as new evidence is discovered. The Theory is not a fact. Gaps in the Theory exist for which there is no evidence. A theory is defined as a well-tested explanation that unifies a broad range of observations. Intelligent Design is an explanation of the origin of life that differs from Darwin’s view. The reference book, Of Pandas and People, is available for students who might be interested in gaining an understanding of what Intelligent Design actually involves. With respect to any theory, students are encouraged to keep an open mind. The school leaves the discussion of the Origins of Life to individual students and their families. As a Standards-driven district, class instruction focuses upon preparing students to achieve proficiency on Standards-based assessments.
2,003 posted on 12/21/2005 2:51:10 PM PST by toadthesecond
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To: toadthesecond
Intelligent Design is an explanation of the origin of life that differs from Darwin’s view.

That would have to be some difference, because Darwin didn't publish a view on the origin of life. "Origin of Species" ends with a speculation about first life being created.

2,005 posted on 12/21/2005 2:55:54 PM PST by js1138 (Great is the power of steady misrepresentation.)
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To: toadthesecond

I've seen the statement before. And the gaps still exist.


2,099 posted on 12/22/2005 5:00:54 AM PST by Ceewrighter (O'er the land of the free and the Home of the brave!)
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