Evolution and Creationism: A Philosophical Debate
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to the Debate
Overview of the evolution-creationism controversy, its significance, and relevance to philosophy

Module #2
Defining Evolution
Scientific definitions and explanations of evolution, including micro- and macro-evolution

Module #3
Defining Creationism
Understanding creationist perspectives, including young-earth, old-earth, and intelligent design

Module #4
The Historical Context of the Debate
Tracing the development of evolutionary theory and creationist responses from ancient Greece to modern times

Module #5
Philosophical Foundations of Evolution
Examining the philosophical underpinnings of evolutionary theory, including naturalism and materialism

Module #6
Philosophical Foundations of Creationism
Analyzing the philosophical foundations of creationism, including supernaturalism and divine intervention

Module #7
The Problem of Evil and Suffering
Exploring the challenge of evil and suffering to creationist perspectives and considering possible responses

Module #8
The Argument from Design
Evaluating the argument from design, including its strengths, weaknesses, and variations

Module #9
Natural Theology and the Limits of Science
Discussing the relationship between natural theology and the limits of scientific inquiry

Module #10
The Fossil Record and Evolution
Examining the fossil record as evidence for evolution, including transitional fossils and the Cambrian explosion

Module #11
The Fossil Record and Creationism
Assessing creationist interpretations of the fossil record, including flood geology and the concept of kinds

Module #12
Biogeography and Evolution
Exploring the distribution of species and biogeographical patterns as evidence for evolution

Module #13
Biogeography and Creationism
Considering creationist explanations for biogeographical patterns, including dispersal and migration

Module #14
The Moral and Ethical Implications of Evolution
Delving into the moral and ethical implications of evolutionary theory, including the nature of humanity and moral relativism

Module #15
The Moral and Ethical Implications of Creationism
Examining the moral and ethical implications of creationism, including the concept of divine morality and moral absolutism

Module #16
Science, Religion, and the Nature of Reality
Investigating the relationship between science and religion, including the nature of reality and the roles of faith and reason

Module #17
The Cognitive and Psychological Factors in the Debate
Exploring the cognitive and psychological factors influencing the evolution-creationism debate, including confirmation bias and motivated reasoning

Module #18
Teaching Evolution and Creationism in the Classroom
Discussing the pedagogical and ethical implications of teaching evolution and creationism in educational settings

Module #19
Case Studies in the Evolution-Creationism Debate
Analyzing prominent case studies, such as the Scopes Trial and the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District case

Module #20
The Evolution-Creationism Debate in Different Cultures
Comparing the evolution-creationism debate across different cultures and religious traditions

Module #21
The Impact of Evolution on Christian Theology
Examining the implications of evolutionary theory for Christian theology, including the concept of original sin and the nature of humanity

Module #22
The Impact of Creationism on Christian Theology
Assessing the implications of creationism for Christian theology, including the concept of divine intervention and the nature of God

Module #23
Evolution, Creationism, and the Concept of Human Nature
Investigating the implications of evolution and creationism for our understanding of human nature and human dignity

Module #24
The Role of Philosophy in the Evolution-Creationism Debate
Reflecting on the role of philosophy in understanding the evolution-creationism debate and its implications for our worldviews

Module #25
The Future of the Evolution-Creationism Debate
Looking ahead to the future of the debate, including emerging trends and potential areas of consensus

Module #26
Critical Thinking and the Evolution-Creationism Debate
Developing critical thinking skills to engage with the evolution-creationism debate and its underlying assumptions

Module #27
The Evolution-Creationism Debate and the Public Sphere
Exploring the role of the evolution-creationism debate in the public sphere, including its implications for science policy and education

Module #28
The Evolution-Creationism Debate and the Concept of Truth
Investigating the concept of truth and its relevance to the evolution-creationism debate, including the roles of evidence, faith, and reason

Module #29
The Evolution-Creationism Debate and the Nature of Science
Examining the evolution-creationism debate as a case study in the nature of science, including the roles of theory, evidence, and explanation

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Evolution and Creationism: A Philosophical Debate career

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Evolution and Creationism: A Philosophical Debate ( 30 Modules )

Evolution and Creationism: A Philosophical Debate
( 30 Modules )