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Peer reviewedAlexander, Richard D. – American Biology Teacher, 1978
Argues that the important issue is not whether students are exposed to wrong ideas, but rather whether each has been taught how, and given the freedom to test new ideas, evaluate them, and respond appropriately. The question of teaching evolution, creation, or both is then trivial by comparison. (Author/MA)
Descriptors: Academic Freedom, Biology, Classroom Environment, Controversial Issues (Course Content)
