Science's inductive method required patient, humble and self-controlled behavior; Christian revelation demanded the same virtues. The discoveries of science and the truths of scripture would always harmonize as long as both men of science and men of faith conducted themselves in scrupulous accordance with their duty. So ran a central argument in…

Presents opposing philosophies relating to the nature of aggression in man. One position advocates that human aggression is the product of evolution and is inherited, while the other proposes a cultural pattern model of aggression and uses two empirical tests in an attempt to disprove the genetic model. (JR)

Focuses on the sigmoid growth curve as a biological principle that can be applied to the study of human behavior. (CS)

The author defends statements in his book, "Sociology: The New Synthesis" against a critique by the Sociology Study Group of Science for the People. (LS)

Examines innate behavioral patterns in animals and discusses how the results of ethological research can contribute to a better understanding of man, his manners, values, and cultural evolution. (JR)

Introduces a general theory of sociobiology which a biology teacher would find useful as a basis for course development. (LS)

Brief analyses of three recent examples of biological determinism: sex roles, overpopulation, and sociobiology, are presented in this article. Also a brief discussion of biological determinism and education is presented. (MR)

Presents the viewpoints of a prominent behavioral scientist concerning the role of the environment in the evolution of behavior. (CS)

This book is one in a series designed to provide access to a wide range of selected articles from magazines, newspapers, and journals. This volume contains 46 articles by scientists, educators, researchers, and writers providing effective and useful perspectives on today's important topics in the study of biology. Articles included in this guide…