Table 1 Biology reconciliation lesson plans
From: Reconciling evolution: evidence from a biology and theology course
Biology Course—Reconciliation activities (Evolution content is primary focus throughout the implementation of these additional activities during the 8 weeks of instruction.) |
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1. Pre-Class Assignment(s): Students read Chapters 1–6, 8, and 10 of Origins, by Haarsma and Haarsma |
2. Activity 1—Hearing from students about evolution and faith: Students write a conversation between a Christian and non-Christian about evolution. This allows students to feel that their “side” is heard |
3. Activity 2—Creating space to learn about evolution: Students respond to “clicker” questions about their knowledge about evolution |
4.Activity 3—Peer discussion, on Discussion Board. Provides students time to articulate their thoughts about evolution with their peers |
5. Activity 4—Peer discussion, face-to-face in small groups. Provides space to dialogue about difficult issues at the intersection between evolution and faith |
6. Activity 5—Analyzing how we treat others: Students read about hospitable dialogue vs tolerance, analyze their initial conversation from Activity 1, and then engage in a real dialogue with a person who holds an alternate vie |
7. End of course Essay—students write about their position towards evolution and any changes that occur |