"A Move is Afoot to keep Climate science out of Classrooms"
by Eugene C. Scott and Minda Berbeco
ScientificAmerican.com
School science curriculums has been a long-standing source of controversy. Evolution, in particular, has been
frequently debated and in some schools sorely neglected by teachers. Climate change is another topic that is being discussed in the context of what children should be taught in school. Many scientists argue that the theory of climate change holds solid and is so relevant to modern science and the Earth's future that it must be taught. Other argue the validity of the theory when claiming that the topic should not be taught. Political, economic, and religious motivations are chief among those who fight against Global Warming being taught in schools. A lot of this rises from the notion that climate change is a liberal, even socialist, idea that holds false. On the other extreme side of the debate, some believe that alternative theories about global warming should not be taught, so that only data corroborating with the theory is taught. The Next Generation Science Standards dictate that both evolution and climate change are a mandatory part of the basic science curriculum. This will apply to 26 states within America.
In my opinion, a diverse science education is the best types; it prepares students to become scientifically literate and contemplative members of society. Also, I believe that climate change and evolution are essential to that. Evolution is an important theory regarding both the past and modern world. However, when teaching this theory, I think schools should be able to briefly discuss creationism, but in a more humanistic way, rather than scientific with no heavy reliance on a single religion's views. It is important to acknowledge alternating theories and learn about the religious of the world and their cultural values regarding existence since it makes students more aware of the diversity of thought and history in the world. I also think that studying Climate Science is incredibly important, especially to my generation and those after us. Data shows that our environment is getting harmed, most likely by humans, and actions must be taken to combat it and secure a future where the different biomes and temperatures can stabilize. However, in the spirit of scientific debate, I think alternative theories for global warming should be mentioned, since it would help forge independently thinking people,which is what is desperately needed to bring the climate debate front and center in modern society. In conclusion, climate change and evolution are two incredibly important aspects of science that need to be taught in schools to ensure students will grow up to be scientifically literate and debate-engaged citizens, capable of taking care of our planet.
by Eugene C. Scott and Minda Berbeco
ScientificAmerican.com
School science curriculums has been a long-standing source of controversy. Evolution, in particular, has been
frequently debated and in some schools sorely neglected by teachers. Climate change is another topic that is being discussed in the context of what children should be taught in school. Many scientists argue that the theory of climate change holds solid and is so relevant to modern science and the Earth's future that it must be taught. Other argue the validity of the theory when claiming that the topic should not be taught. Political, economic, and religious motivations are chief among those who fight against Global Warming being taught in schools. A lot of this rises from the notion that climate change is a liberal, even socialist, idea that holds false. On the other extreme side of the debate, some believe that alternative theories about global warming should not be taught, so that only data corroborating with the theory is taught. The Next Generation Science Standards dictate that both evolution and climate change are a mandatory part of the basic science curriculum. This will apply to 26 states within America.
In my opinion, a diverse science education is the best types; it prepares students to become scientifically literate and contemplative members of society. Also, I believe that climate change and evolution are essential to that. Evolution is an important theory regarding both the past and modern world. However, when teaching this theory, I think schools should be able to briefly discuss creationism, but in a more humanistic way, rather than scientific with no heavy reliance on a single religion's views. It is important to acknowledge alternating theories and learn about the religious of the world and their cultural values regarding existence since it makes students more aware of the diversity of thought and history in the world. I also think that studying Climate Science is incredibly important, especially to my generation and those after us. Data shows that our environment is getting harmed, most likely by humans, and actions must be taken to combat it and secure a future where the different biomes and temperatures can stabilize. However, in the spirit of scientific debate, I think alternative theories for global warming should be mentioned, since it would help forge independently thinking people,which is what is desperately needed to bring the climate debate front and center in modern society. In conclusion, climate change and evolution are two incredibly important aspects of science that need to be taught in schools to ensure students will grow up to be scientifically literate and debate-engaged citizens, capable of taking care of our planet. 
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