Using a Reconciliation Module Leads to Large Gains in Evolution Acceptance.

ABSTRACT: Too many students reject the theory of evolution because they view it as incompatible with their religious beliefs. Some have argued that abandoning religious belief is the only way to help religious individuals accept evolution. Conversely, our data support that highlighting faith/evolution compatibility is an effective means to increase student acceptance. We surveyed students enrolled in entry-level biology courses at four religiously affiliated institutions. At each university, teachers gave students a presentation that demonstrated potential compatibility between evolution and faith within the teachings of each university's respective religious affiliation. Students were asked to evaluate their own beliefs about evolution both before and after this instruction. After instruction at ea

SUBMITTER: Lindsay J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8727060 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature