Learn About Evolution Korea When You Work From Home
Learn About Evolution Korea When You Work From Home
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Evolution Korea
For a long time, the Korean scientific community avoided engaging with creationists for fear of giving the movement more credence. However, silence is no longer an option.
The STR has been fighting to eliminate content from textbooks that discuss evolution, including the discovery of the feathered dinosaur Archaeopteryx as an ancestral bird's ancestor. This is only one aspect of the evolution of the developmental paradigm.
What is Evolution?
Evolution is a concept in science that explains the evolution of genetic characteristics over time. The theory is based on the fact that living things adapt to their environment which can result in changes in genes or even whole genomes. These changes could over generations lead to the emergence of new species. The prevailing theory of evolution is called natural selection, which describes the process that allows those with favorable characteristics live and reproduce more frequently than those with less favorable characteristics. This variation in reproduction could, over time, lead to the creation and evolution of new species.
The term "evolution" is derived from the Latin word"evolution" which means unraveling or revealing, however the concept itself has a myriad of meanings over the years as it has taken form in the sciences and elsewhere. Some early evolutionists, like Jean Baptiste de Lamarck and Erasmus Darwin (Charles's grandfather) believed that the existing species evolved into new species in a predetermined fashion. Etienne Geoffroy St-Hilaire was Lamarck's embryologist pupil who came up with the term "transmutation" to describe this theory. Charles Lyell, in his Principles of Geology, published in 1833, criticized the idea of evolution and borrowed the term from Geoffroy’s student.
In recent years, evolutionary biologists have defined evolution as a process that occurs when living organisms develop traits that improve their chances of survival or the ability to produce offspring. In time, this genetic variability can lead to the emergence of completely new physical or biological functions in the population. Natural selection is the main force behind the majority of evolutionary changes. Non-genetic changes, such as an increase in muscle mass from exercise or diet, can't be considered to be evolution since they don't pass on to future generations.
Despite the fact that evolution has stood the test of time and thousands of scientific studies however, creationists have taken advantage of the idea that the theory is controversial to argue that it should not be taught in school. In South Korea, creationists have gained a few victories in their campaign to exclude evolution from high-school textbooks, including the removal of any mention of the evolutionary origins of humans and the Archaeopteryx feathered dinosaur that is thought to be the ancestor of birds.
Why is Evolution important to humanity?
Evolution explains the origins and evolution of Earth and all living species. It is also a fundamental part of biology and helps scientists comprehend how living organisms operate and grow. Evolution also demonstrates how different species are connected. Scientists study evolution in order to better comprehend nature and make important discoveries like new treatments.
The evidence for evolution is overwhelming. There is no other scientific theory that can explain so many aspects of the universe and life on earth, and it has been thoroughly tested and confirmed over the course of many years. Many people, and even religious leaders, are in favor of the scientific theory. It is important to understand that evolutionary biology doesn't contradict religious beliefs, since the theory only deals with processes, objects, and events within the physical world.
Many religious people have come up with a way of reconciling evolution with their convictions. Certain Christians, for example, believe that God created everything through evolution and that humans share a common ancestry to other animals.
It is crucial for scientists to support the teaching of evolution. Unfortunately, in some nations around the world the anti-evolution movement is growing. In the United States, efforts to limit the teaching of evolution have made headway in a few states. In South Korea, a group known as the Society for Textbook Revise (STR) which is an offshoot of the Korea Association for Creation Research is pushing for the elimination of textbook content on the evolution of horses and the Avian ancestor Archaeopteryx.
While these are troubling developments, it is important to keep in mind that the evidence for evolution is overwhelming. The evidence comes from a diverse range of sources, such as fossils, genetic studies and the behavior of living organisms. The evidence is also independently verified by other scientists.
The majority of scientists agree with the theory of evolution. The reason for this is various reasons. Some scientists study evolution to discover practical solutions, such as developing medicines or developing new medicines, while others are driven by an interest in improving the quality of life for animals and plant species, generally for the benefit of humans. Some scientists are simply curious, while others here have a strong religious belief in God.
What is Creationism?
Creationists believe that God created all things in the universe. They also believe that the Bible is God's word and should be taken literally. Many creationists are Christians, but not all. Creationists generally fall in two categories: Young Earth creationists (YEC) and old earth creationists (OEC).
The YECs are the best known type of creationist, and they believe that God created the world in the exact way described in the Bible. They believe that the biblical account of the creation's six days is literal, and that the universe and the life on Earth was created only recently.
OECs are not as well-known however they are just as committed to their beliefs as YECs. OECs believe that the universe and life on Earth are billions of years old and that evolution is an untruth.
Both kinds of creationism deny the scientific theories that biogenesis and natural selection can explain how life came to be on Earth. They argue that evolution isn't possible because it requires the creation of a miracle, and the pioneers of modern science shied away from miracles due to fear that they would lose credibility.
Some creationists accept naturalistic evolution and special creation. They call their view “theistic evolution." This is also known as "continuous evolutionism" or the "evolution of species created." In this view, God creates the original species and then allows them to evolve over time. These evolutionary changes eventually will result in new species similar to the original.
Some creationists believe that God created all living things and the universe in a single event known as the Great Flood. These creationists hold that all the species of the beginning were created at the same time and that they gradually evolved. They reject the concept of abiogenesis and claim that self-replicating life can't come from non-living matter.
In general, the creationists oppose teaching evolution in schools. This position is supported by a myriad of professional associations such as the National Science Teachers Association, the Association for Science Teacher Education and the American Anthropological Association, and the Geological Society of America. Some academic institutions and scientists are, however, more flexible and allow evolution and creationism to be included in their curriculum.
What exactly is Creationism in Korea?
When people think of creationism, many of them think of the United States. South Korea also has an anti-evolution group. The 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 of the Korea Association for Creation Research (KACCR) is the one who has led this campaign. The STR has scored its first victory by removing from textbooks evidence of the evolution and ancestor of the bird, the Archeopteryx. It is now focusing on the removal of excerpts from Darwin's infamous finch research and on human evolution too.
STR claims to have the support of 4,000 families and individual members. Its goal is to weed out what it regards as the "atheist materialism" that creates a bleak worldview for students. It also hopes to combat the influence of American Creationists in the nation. A survey of biology students teachers found that about half do not believe in the concept of evolution. The reasons for this are not clear however, they could be related to religion and the absence of full-time creation scientists in the United States.
The KACR has accomplished a lot in the past through lectures and seminar events. It has a bimonthly news magazine, Creation, and has published books. One of them was a textbook on natural sciences with a creationist stance. This led to an interest in the college community. In 1991, a professor, along with a minister, began teaching Creation Science at one university. It is still taught in the present.
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 lecturers from outside the country, including ICR's John Morris and Steven Austin presented to a crowd of more than a thousand. KACR members and KACR have also presented lectures on the subject of creation science at major seminaries. KACR is planning to create a Creation Science Education Center.