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This story gets it right

Yes, I know; you are probably getting tired of my going on and on about the University of Florida car vandalism targeting evolution-related decorations. (My first post on this is here.) But bear with me for one more post about … Continue reading

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Framework for K-12 Science Education story

Here is a great piece on the National Academy of Science’s new framework for K-12 science education: New report lays out what kids should know about science How different is this from what kids are learning in school today? It … Continue reading

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Upcoming events

Tonight, the Orlando Cafe Scientifique will host a talk about the Cambrian Explosion Presenter: Werner, John When: Wednesday, 3 August 2011 – 7:00pm – 8:30pm Venue: Taste Where: 717 W. Smith Street, Orlando The Cambrian “Explosion” is a colorful name … Continue reading

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Movie review: No Dinosaurs in Heaven

A documentary focusing on the controversy between evolution and creationism is currently touring the country. On Aug. 28 the Tallahassee Scientific Society will screen No Dinosaurs in Heaven at the Challenger Learning Center IMAX Theatre. Dr. Eugenie Scott from the … Continue reading

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Professor says he was dismissed for teaching evolution

 Dr. Jonathan Coffman is claiming religious discrimination was a factor when he was terminated from his position as a Director of Administration and Associate Professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University. He filed paperwork July 28 with the Equal Employment … Continue reading

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Vandals story in paper

The Independent Alligator newspaper has now published a story about the vandals who have been striking pro-evolution displays on cars. This time the victims were named and quoted. (When I first reported it here on this blog, one person was … Continue reading

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Texas science materials hearings

Texas is undergoing the dreaded approval process of science instructional materials. Their state board of education held a hearing and debate about it today and it looks like the circus will spill over into tomorrow. The Texas Freedom Network has … Continue reading

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Orlando Sentinel guest column on science

Paul Cottle, physics professor at FSU and blogger at Bridge to Tomorrow, had a guest column published in today’s Orlando Sentinel: Better prepare students for science, engineering. Even though science and engineering offer the best economic opportunities for college graduates, … Continue reading

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