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Evolution Korea Until recently, Korea's scientific community has avoided engaging with the creationists, fearing that doing so could boost the credibility of the group. But silence is no longer an option. The STR has been fighting to get information about evolution from textbooks including the discovery that the feathered Archaeopteryx was an ancestor bird. This is only one example of how the concept of development has evolved. What is Evolution? The theory of evolution is a branch of science that explains changes in genetic traits over time. The theory is based on the fact that living organisms adjust to their environment, which could lead to variations in genes or entire genomes. Over 에볼루션바카라 could lead to the emergence new species. Natural selection is the most popular theory of evolution. It describes how individuals who have advantages can reproduce faster and longer than those with less advantageous traits. This differing reproduction may be a catalyst to the creation and evolution of new species. The term “evolution”, which comes from the Latin for revealing or unrolling, has been used in a variety of different ways as the concept has developed in both science and in other fields. Some early evolutionists, like Jean Baptiste de Lamarck and Erasmus Darwin (Charles's grandfather) believed that existing species changed into other species in a predetermined fashion. Etienne Geoffroy St-Hilaire, Lamarck's embryologist disciple who came up with the term “transmutation” to describe this theory. Charles Lyell, in his Principles of Geology, published in 1833, attacked the concept of evolution and borrowed the term from Geoffroy’s student. Evolutionary biologists define evolution more recently as a process through which living creatures develop traits that increase their chances of living or producing offspring. In time, genetic variation can cause a population develop new physical traits or biological functions. Natural selection is the process that drives the most evolutionary changes. Changes that are not genetic, like an increase in muscle mass from exercise or diet, cannot be considered to be evolutionary because they aren't passed down to future generations. Creationists have a tendency to use the argument that evolution is controversial, even though it has been proven valid by a multitude of scientific tests and that it has stood the test of time. They claim that the concept should not be taught at school. In South Korea, creationists have had a few wins in their campaign to exclude evolution from high school textbooks and have also gotten rid of any mention of the evolutionary origins of humans and the Archaeopteryx feathered dinosaur thought to be an ancestral bird's parent. Why is Evolution Important? Evolution explains the origins and evolution of Earth and all living species. It also serves as a basis of biology that helps scientists to learn how living organisms function and grow. Evolution also shows the connections between different species. Scientists study evolution to better understand nature and make useful discoveries such as new medicines. The evidence for biological evolution is overwhelming. There is no other scientific theory that explains so many aspects of the universe and life on Earth, and it has been rigorously tested and verified over the course of many years. Many people, including religious leaders, are in support of the scientific theory. It is crucial to keep in mind that evolutionary biology doesn't contradict religious beliefs because it only addresses physical objects, events, and processes. In reality many religious people have come up with ways to reconcile their beliefs with evolution. Some Christians for instance, believe that God created everything through evolution and that humans have an ancestral connection to other animals. It is crucial that scientists and educators speak out for teaching evolution. Unfortunately, in some countries around the globe there is a growing anti-evolutionist sentiment. In the United States, efforts to restrict the teaching of evolution have made progress in some states. In South Korea, a group called the Society for Textbook Revise, an offshoot from the Korea Association for Creation Research (KAC), is campaigning for textbook content on the evolution of horses and their avian ancestor Archaeopteryx. It is vital to remember, however, that the evidence in favor of evolution is overwhelming. The evidence comes from a broad range of sources, including fossils, genetic studies, and the behavior of living organisms. Other scientists independently confirm the evidence. The majority of scientists agree with the theory of evolution. This support is based on many different reasons. Some scientists study evolution to discover practical solutions, such as developing medications and other treatments, while others are driven by a desire to improve animal and plant species, usually to benefit humans. Some are simply curious, and others have a deep faith in God and seek to understand how the universe functions. What is Creationism? Creationists believe that God created everything in the universe. They also believe that the Bible is God's word and should be taken literally. While not all creationists are Christian however, they are a majority. Creationists typically fall into one of two categories: Young Earth creationists (YEC) and old earth creationists (OEC). YECs are the most well known form of creationist, and they believe that God created the universe exactly as described in the Bible. They believe that the biblical account of six days of creation was true and that the universe and the life on Earth were created only recently. OECs are less well known however they're just as passionate about their beliefs as YECs. OECs believe that the universe and life on Earth are billions of years old, and they believe that evolution is a myth. 에볼루션바카라 of creationism deny that scientific principles such as natural selection and biogenesis can explain how life came to be on Earth. They assert that evolution is impossible, because it requires miracles. The pioneers of modern scientific thought resisted miracles because they feared they might lose their credibility. Some creationists are able to accept naturalistic evolution as well as special creation, and refer to their belief “theistic evolution.” This is also referred to as “continuous evolutionism” or the “evolution of created kinds.” In this belief system, God creates the original species and then allows them to change over time. Eventually the evolutionary changes result in new species similar to the original ones. Some creationists believe that God created all living things and the universe in a single event called the Great Flood. Creationists believe that all species were created at the same moment and then gradually evolved. They reject the concept of abiogenesis, and argue that self-replicating life can't come from non-living matter. In general, the creationists oppose the teaching of evolution in schools. Numerous professional associations, like the National Science Teachers Association and the Association for Science Teacher Education endorse this view as do the American Anthropological Association and the Geological Society of America. However, some academic institutions and scientists are more flexible, and allow for the inclusion of both evolution and creationism in their curricula. What exactly is Creationism in Korea? When people think of the concept of creationism, many of them think of the United States. South Korea also has an anti-evolution group. Publishers of high school textbooks have recently announced that they will eliminate references to evolution from their editions. The Society for Textbook Revise, an independent body that is an offshoot of the Korea Association for Creation Research (KACCR) has been the driving force behind this effort. The STR has achieved its first victory by removing from textbooks evidence of the evolution and ancestor of an avian, the Archeopteryx. The focus is now on the removal of excerpts from Darwin's notorious finch research and on human evolution too. STR claims to have the support of 4,000 families and members. Its goal is to weed out what it regards as the “atheist materialism” that reflects a hopeless worldview for students. It also aims to counteract the influence of American creationists in the country. 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 but could be due to religious beliefs and the lack of full-time creation scientists in the country. The KACR has achieved many things through its lectures and seminar events. It has a bimonthly news magazine, Creation, and has published books. The most notable of these is a text on the natural sciences, with a creationist viewpoint, which has sparked interest among college students. In 1991, a professor, along with a minister, began teaching Creation Science at one university. It is still taught today. On August 6 and 7, 1993, KACR hosted a second International Symposium on Creation Research. This was held in conjunction with the opening of the World Expo in Daejeon. Six lecturers from around the world including ICR's John Morris, Duane Gish, and Steven Austin spoke to audiences of several thousand. KACR members and KACR have also given lectures on creation science in prestigious seminaries. KACR plans to establish a Creation Science Education Center in the future.