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Filthy Dreamers The documentary film Filthy Dreamers will be screened this Sunday at the First Unitarian Church of Orlando (1901 E. Robinson Street, Orlando, FL) at 9:30 a.m. at the Library of Gore Hall. Who should control what is taught … Continue reading →

Now that summer vacation is just about here (Wednesday will be students’ last day), I can breathe again and spend some of my deserved free time on reflection. My first year as a biology teacher was one of the most … Continue reading →

I know these videos are about two years old, but I just recently discovered them and I wanted to document/archive them here. They’re about the garbage that can be found in textbooks produced by A Beka Book and Bob Jones … Continue reading →

P B S has a new show on human evolution, First Peoples, coming out on 24 June 2015. I’ve seen the previews and I think it’s going to be good. While you are waiting for the program to air, PBS … Continue reading →

From a column in Florida Today: Theology answers ‘why’ and ‘who’ queries When people are drawn into the science-versus-faith debate, they’re usually seeking answers from the wrong sources. When scientists try to disprove God, they venture outside of their expertise. … Continue reading →

Presidential candidate Marco Rubio, a current U.S. senator representing Florida, was asked about the teaching of evolution yesterday. The question starts at about 55 seconds in the video.   Here is my rough transcript of the exchange: Reporter: You mentioned … Continue reading →

As some of you may have heard during the State Science and Engineering Fair of Florida last week the FFFS has launched a funding campaign to raise money to continue the sponsorship of the SSEF. The FFFS is a statewide, non-profit organization authorized … Continue reading →

In a report published in yesterdays (Sundays) Miami Herald Newspaper, reporter Tristam Korten revealed that, on orders from governor Scott and his ilk, state officials are not permitted to use the terms “global warming” or “climate change’ in environmental reports or … Continue reading →