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Teaching Evolution and Creationism in America’s Classrooms

Project Leader(s)

Eric Plutzer
Professor of Political Science
Academic Director of PSU Survey Research Center
The Pennsylvania State University

Michael Berkman
Professor and Director of Undergraduate Studies
The Pennsylvania State University
 

Grantee(s)
The Pennsylvania State University (University Park, Pennsylvania)
Description

This grant supported the writing of Evolution, Creationism, and the Battle to Control America's Classrooms. Drawing on data from nine major national studies, including surveys of biology teachers, the book explores the dimensions of support and opposition to the teaching of evolution in public schools. The book is a comprehensive empirical analysis of the teaching of evolution, creationism, and intelligent design and it speaks to ongoing scholarly and policy debates among educators, policy makers, and interested citizens.

Grant Amount:
$66,847
Start Date:
June 2008
End Date:
June 2010
Grant ID:
13241
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