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Routledge - The Politics of Evolution by David F. Prindle

Name: Routledge - The Politics of Evolution by David F. Prindle
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Explore the complex debate surrounding science and democracy in American public schools. In The Politics of Evolution, author David F. Prindle examines the policy paradox created when teaching evolution or creationism becomes a central conflict in biology classrooms. This book looks at how different sets of values clash within the educational system. Prindle provides a detailed look at the tension between American public opinion and scientific standards. By analyzing this conflict, the text offers a deep understanding of how policy decisions are shaped by social and political pressures. This is a vital resource for those interested in the intersection of government, science, and public education. Written by a professor from the University of Texas at Austin, this work brings academic expertise to a highly debated topic. Whether you are studying political science, sociology, or education policy, this book provides a clear perspective on one of the most persistent controversies in the American school system.

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Examines the policy paradox between science and democracy in American public school biology classes.

Analyzes the conflict between public opinion and scientific teaching standards regarding evolution.

Written by David F. Prindle, a professor in the Department of Government at the University of Texas at Austin.

Provides insight into the tension surrounding the teaching of evolution and creationism.

Offers a scholarly perspective on how values influence educational policy and public school curriculum.

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Brand: Routledge
Format: hardcover
ASIN: 1138887838
Category: Books > Subjects > Biography > Medical, Legal & Social Sciences > Anthropology & Sociology
Domain: Amazon UK
Release Date: 20 April 2015
Listed Since: 23 October 2014

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