Evolution Korea
For a long time, the Korean scientific community was hesitant about working with creationists due to the fear of giving the movement more credence. But silence is no any longer an option.
The STR has been battling to eliminate content from textbooks that discuss evolution, such as the discovery of the feathered dinosaur Archaeopteryx as an ancestor of birds. This is just one aspect of how the development paradigm has changed.
What is Evolution?
Evolution is a theory of science that explains the evolution of genetic characteristics over time. The theory is based on the fact that living organisms adapt to their surroundings and this can lead to changes in genes or even whole genomes. Over the course of many generations these changes could lead to the emergence new species. The predominant theory of evolution is called natural selection, which explains the process by which people with advantages survive and reproduce more frequently than those with less favorable characteristics. This variation in reproduction could, over time, lead to the emergence and evolution of new species.
The term "evolution" comes from the Latin word"evolution" which means unraveling or revealing, however the concept itself has had many different meanings over the years as it has taken form in the sciences and in other fields. Early evolutionists such as Erasmus Darwin (Charles’s grandfather) and Jean Baptiste de Lamarck believed that species were predestined to evolve into a different species. 무료에볼루션 -Hilaire, Lamarck's embryologist disciple who invented the term "transmutation" to describe this view. Charles Lyell, in his Principles of Geology, published in 1833, challenged the concept of evolution and borrowed the term from Geoffroy's student.
More recently evolutionary biologists have defined evolution as a process when living organisms develop traits that enhance their chances of survival or the ability to produce offspring. Over time this genetic variation can cause the emergence of entirely new physical or biological traits in the same population. Natural selection is the process that drives the majority of evolutionary changes. Non-genetic changes, such as an increase in muscle mass through exercise or diet, cannot be considered to be evolutionary because they don't pass on to the next generation.
Despite the fact that evolution has stood the test of time and a multitude of scientific studies, creationists have seized on the idea that evolution is controversial to argue that it shouldn't be taught in school. In South Korea, creationists won a few victories against evolution in textbooks for high school. This includes the removal of all references about the evolutionary history of humans as well as Archaeopteryx - a feathered dinosaur which is believed to be the ancestor of birds.
Why is Evolution Important?
Evolution is the explanation for the origins of Earth and all living species. It is also one of the pillars of biology, and helps scientists discover how living things operate and develop. Evolution also demonstrates how different species are interconnected. Scientists study evolution to better comprehend nature and make valuable discoveries like new medicines.
The evidence for evolution of biological species is overwhelming. No other scientific theory explains more about the universe and life on our planet. It has been rigorously scrutinized and confirmed for a number of years. Many people, and even religious leaders, are in support of the scientific theory. It is crucial to keep in mind that evolutionary biology doesn't conflict with religious beliefs as it only addresses physical objects, events and processes.
In reality many religious people have found ways to reconcile their beliefs with evolutionary theory. For example, some Christians believe that God created the universe through evolution, and that humans share an ancestral lineage with other animals.
It is important that science educators advocate for the teaching evolution. In certain countries, anti-evolution sentiment has been growing. In the United States some states have taken steps to limit the teaching of evolution. In South Korea, a group called the Society for Textbook Revise (STR) which is an offshoot from the Korea Association for Creation Research is pushing for the removal of textbook content about the evolution of horses and the avian ancestral Archaeopteryx.
It is crucial to keep in mind that the evidence in favor of evolution is overwhelming. The evidence for evolution comes from a variety of sources, including fossils, genetics, and even the behavior of living creatures. Other scientists independently verify the evidence.
The vast majority of scientists support the theory of evolution. The reasons behind this belief vary. Scientists study evolution to discover practical solutions for example, such as the development of treatments or developing new medicines, while others are driven by a desire to improve animal and plant species, usually for the benefit of humans. Some scientists are just curious, while others have an intense faith in God.
What is Creationism?
Creationists believe that God created all things in the universe. They also believe that the Bible is the word of God and should be taken seriously. Many creationists are Christians, but not all. Creationists generally fall into two categories: Young Earth creationists (YEC) and old earth creationists (OEC).
The YECs are perhaps the most well known type of creationist, and they believe that God created the universe exactly as described in the Bible. YECs believe that the biblical account of the creation's six days is literal, and that the universe and life on Earth was created only recently.
OECs may be less popular However, their beliefs are just as intense like those of YECs. OECs believe the universe and Earth are billions of years old and that evolution is a myth.
Both kinds of creationism deny the scientific theories that natural selection and biogenesis can explain how life started on Earth. They assert that evolution is not possible because it requires miracles. The founders of modern scientific thought resisted miracles out of fear they could lose their credibility.
Some creationists accept naturalistic evolutionary as well as special creation and consider their views to be "theistic evolution." This is sometimes also referred to as "continuous creationism" or "evolution from the created species." This theory states that God creates species from scratch and allows them to evolve over time. These evolutionary changes eventually will result in new species that are similar to the original.
Some creationists believe that God created all living things and the entire universe in one event called the Great Flood. They believe that all the species of the beginning were created at the same time and that they gradually evolved. They also reject the concept of abiogenesis and claim that the self-replicating creation of organisms from nonliving matter is not possible.
In general, creationists oppose the teaching of evolution in schools. Numerous professional organizations such as the National Science Teachers Association and the Association for Science Teacher Education support this position and so do the American Anthropological Association and the Geological Society of America. Some academic institutions and scientists, however, are more flexible and permit both evolution and creationism to be included in their curricula.
What is Creationism?
When people think about creationism, many of them think of the United States. South Korea also has an anti-evolutionist group. Publishers of high-school textbooks recently announced that they will remove references to evolution in their books. The Society for Textbook Revise, an independent body that is an offshoot from the Korea Association for Creation Research (KACCR) has been the driving force behind this campaign. The STR has achieved its first victory by removing from textbooks the evidence of the evolution and ancestor of an avian, the Archeopteryx. The next goal is to eliminate the finch-research of Darwin's famed and also on human evolution.
STR claims that it has the support of 4000 families and individuals. Its goal, it says is to cleanse the world of what it calls "atheist materialism" which portrays a negative view for students. It also hopes to combat the influence of American creationists in the United States. A survey of undergraduates studying biology revealed that a majority of them did not believe in evolution. The root causes are unclear, but may include religion and the absence of full-time creation scientists across the country.
The KACR achieved many things through its lectures and seminars in the past. It publishes a bimonthly magazine, Creation, and has published books. Among these is a textbook on the natural sciences, with a creationist viewpoint, which has sparked interest among college students. In 1991, a professor, along with a minister began teaching Creation Science at one university. It is still taught to students today.
On August 6th and 7th of 1993, KACR hosted a second International Symposium on Creation Research. It was held in conjunction with the opening of the World Expo in Daejeon. Six foreign lecturers, including ICR's John Morris and Steven Austin, spoke to thousands of people. KACR and its members have been delivering lectures on creation science at major seminaries, too. KACR plans to establish a Creation Science Education Center.