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Evolution Primer #7: Why Is Evolution Controversial Anyway? Instructional VideoEvolution Primer #7: Why Is Evolution Controversial Anyway? Instructional Video
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Evolution Primer #7: Why Is Evolution Controversial Anyway?

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Why do some people think evolution is a controversial topic? This video does a wonderful job of explaining the controversy around evolution in an unbiased way. Showing the source of controversy from both a scientific and religious perspective, this clip should help explain why people feel so strongly about evolution. While most of this series is intended for upper-elementary grades, this video may be more suitable for children in middle school.

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Grade
9th - 12th
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Science
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Instructional Videos
Media Length
6:34
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