Creation Evolution Controversy

Science And Religion Aren't Friends, But They Could Be

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D.

Jerry Coyne and other "new atheists" share many values with religious leaders. If he would stop picking fights with those most likely to be his allies, he would dramatically improve science literacy.

Profiles in (Evolutionary) Courage, Part 3: Respecting Science While Honoring Faith

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D.

Clergy are coming forward to educate their parishioners about theology while demonstrating that modern evolutionary theory can be perfectly compatible with their deeply held faith.

The Times They Are A-Changin': Good Evolutionary News from Oklahoma

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D.

There is hope for science education when locales that have been bastions for creationism begin to recognize that creationism is not scientific and that evolution is not a threat to religious belief.

Good News from Texas on the Science Education Front!

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D.

When ICR filed its application for approval, scientists and educators across the state of Texas argued forcefully that it made no sense for students to be granted a science degree for studying biblical creationism.

Evolution Presupposes Design, So Why the Controversy?

Ervin Laszlo | Posted 05.25.2011

Ervin Laszlo

Evolution of life presupposes intelligent design. But the design it presupposes is not the design of the products of evolution; it's the design of its preconditions.

Religion and Science: Respecting the Differences

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D. | Posted 05.25.2011

Michael Zimmerman, Ph.D.

It is difficult for some to understand how an evolutionary worldview may be compatible with deeply held religious convictions. But this difficulty is no reason to attack those who manage to comfortably balance the two.