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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore the concept of theories in science while examining the theory of evolution. They conduct research and participate in a discussion about current issues in science culminating in the creation of question and answer pamphlets. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students make a comparative timeline of events in world history and in the history of evolutionary theory. They determine where the theory of evolution falls in the history of scientific thought. Full Review »
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- 8th - 12th
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Students analyze 5 separate theories of evolution in order to help them explain the different meanings of theory, how human values influence science, and that the scientific view of the origin of life does not involve supernatural forces. Full Review »
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- 7th
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Students examine the positive and negative aspects of evolution. They journal and listen to lectures to explore Darwin's theory of Evolution. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students read parts of Charles Darwin's journal about the Galapagos Islands and study images that accompany those passages in an Internet based activity. They investigate the effect these islands had on Darwin's Theory of Evolution. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students research the history of the theory of evolution and make a comparative timeline of events in world history and in the history of evolutionary theory. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine Darwin's theory of evolution. They create journal entries and birthday cards describing the geologic ecosystems of specific time periods. Working in groups or independently, they conduct WebQuests for evidence of evolution. Full Review »
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- 7th - 9th
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Students identify who developed the theory of evolution. The concepts of adaptation and development are discussed. The age of the earth is explored in relationship to the development of various species. The condition of the environment of species is isolation is brought forth for analysis. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students explore the topics of faith and science as they relate to the origins of life. They consider the major points of Darwin's Theory of Evolution and brainstorm various explanations of how life began. Students investigate different cultural belief systems as well as the limitations of both science and religion. Full Review »
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- 5th - 12th
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This lesson is designed to be used as part of an introductory biology course. It is formatted to be used in a 1.5 hour block period and should take place during a unit on evolution. Prior to this lesson, students will already have been introduced to Darwin's theory of evolution, along with the ideas of adaptation and natural selection. This lesson will give students the opportunity to review what they know about evolution, natural selection and adaptation. Full Review »
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