Monthly Archives: September 2012

And Now For Some Real Science

Posted on September 29, 2012 by Jonathan Smith

“Introduction to Genetics and Evolution” is a 10 week on-line course being offered by Duke Universities Dr. Mohamed Noor- the Earl D. McLean Professor and Associate Chair of Biology at Duke. The course is free, it begins on October 10th … Continue reading →

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Six weeks of ID lectures?!

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Brandon Haught

A church in Sarasota is offering classes every Thursday morning and evening for six weeks on the subject of Intelligent Design. What in the world is there to talk about in so many classes? I would think a single, brief … Continue reading →

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Sigh, more crappy news about Florida science ed

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Brandon Haught

There has been a recent release of a state-by-state analysis of the “K-12 STEM learning enterprise.” It’s the STEM Vital Signs report in which several questions are answered about each state. Sample questions are “can the state meet the demand … Continue reading →

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My column in Orlando Sentinel

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Brandon Haught

The Orlando Sentinel has published online tonight a column I submitted about science education and it will be in the print edition tomorrow. Let me know what you think: Science ed needs a boost in Florida. Science education in Florida’s … Continue reading →

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Potentially “Menacing” good news!

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Brandon Haught

I can’t help it. I’m excited. I must keep myself from doing my happy Snoopy dance too soon, but I can’t help but share the potentially good news … Anyone remember my blog post series Florida’s Greatest Menace? Back in … Continue reading →

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