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First Coast Forum
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WJCT (Live Video) & NPR 89.9 FM (Live Audio)
The Florida Board of Education recently revised its science standards to require the teaching of evolution. The state legislature has met twice since then, and both times lawmakers have proposed bills requiring a ?critical analysis? of this scientific theory. The latest bill? sponsored by Jacksonville Senator Steven Wise?didn?t get far in this year?s session, but this controversial debate is likely to continue. Senator Wise says it?s important to expose students to other ideas such as intelligent design. Critics argue that challenging evolution could open a door for religious doctrine in science classes. What should our students learn and who should decide? We?ll discuss these issues with local lawmakers, religious experts, teachers, and parents on our next First Coast Forum Schools, Science, and the State, April 23rd at 8pm only on WJCT.
Panelists:
Steve Goyer ? pastor representing OneJax
Dr. Marianne Barnes, UNF Education Professor
Stan Jordan, Duval County School Board, former state legislator
Rachel Raneri, Duval County District School Advisory Council Chair
David Campbell, Orange Park Ridgeview H.S. teacher
Quinton White, JU
Paul Hooker of the Presbytery of St. Augustine
