Texas Ed Spectator

Very interesting article on the probable upcoming debate on evolution in Texas science textbooks.

Spectator Article

Some educators breathed a sign of relief, thinking that Texas science classes might be spared religious controversy. Yet buried in the TEKS existing standards is the reason that Texas could be the center of evolution’s next big battle: Section 3a reads: “The student is expected to analyze, review, and critique scientific explanations, including hypotheses and theories, as to their strengths and weaknesses using scientific evidence and information.” (Italics added.)

Good thing the Institute for Creation Research may soon get to offer a Masters of Science Education in Texas. That way teachers will be prepared to “teach the controversy.”

Creation institute’s degree plan questioned

One panel stated that, despite its “embedded component” of creationist views, the degree plan “is nevertheless a plausible program.”

Will somebody please explain to me what Texas gains in terms of citizens prepared to work in the 21st century by teaching intelligent design? Will it provide a better trained workforce to develop and attract the high paying jobs we seem to want when we talk about economic development?