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Evolution Korea<br><br>Until recently the Korean scientific community refrained from engaging with the creationists, fearing that doing so could boost the credibility of the group. The silence is no longer an alternative.<br><br>The STR has been fighting to eliminate evolution-related content from textbooks, including the discovery that the feathered Archaeopteryx was an ancestral bird. This is only one aspect of the development paradigm's evolution.<br><br>What is Evolution?<br><br>Evolution is a theory of science that explains the evolution of genetic traits over time. The theory is based on the fact that living things adapt to their surroundings, which can cause variations in genes, or even entire genomes. These changes could over generations lead to the emergence of new species. Natural selection is the predominant theory of evolution. It explains how people with traits that are advantageous can reproduce faster and longer than those with less advantageous traits. Over time, this differential reproduction can lead to the emergence of entirely new species.<br><br>The word "evolution" is derived from the Latin word meaning unraveling or revealing, however the concept itself has had many different meanings since it took shape in the sciences and elsewhere. Early evolutionists like Erasmus Darwin (Charles’s grandfather) and Jean Baptiste de Lamarck believed that species were predestined to change into a new species. The term"transmutation" was coined by Lamarck's student embryologist Etienne Geoffroy Saint-Hilaire to describe this notion. Charles Lyell, in his Principles of Geology, published in 1833, attacked the idea of evolution, and borrowed the term from Geoffroy's student.<br><br>In recent years evolutionary biologists have defined evolution as a process when living creatures develop characteristics that enhance their chances of survival, or their ability to produce offspring. Over time, this genetic variability can lead to the emergence of completely new physical or biological traits in the population. Such a variation in gene frequencies is called natural selection, and it is the main driver of evolutionary change. Other changes that aren't genetic, such as an increase in muscle mass due to exercise or diet, cannot be considered to be evolution since they aren't passed down to future generations.<br><br>Creationists are using the argument that evolution is controversial, despite the fact that it has been proven to be true by thousands of scientific tests and it has been tested over time. They argue that the theory shouldn't be taught at school. In South Korea, creationists have had a few wins in their efforts to eliminate evolution from high-school textbooks and have also gotten rid of any references to the evolutionary roots of humans and the Archaeopteryx feathered dinosaur that is thought to be the ancestor of birds.<br><br>Why is Evolution Important?<br><br>Evolution explains how Earth and all its living creatures came into existence. It is one of the fundamentals of biology, and aids scientists discover how living things operate and grow. Evolution also reveals the relationships between species. Scientists study evolution to better understand  [https://belykamen.ru:443/bitrix/redirect.php?goto=https://evolutionkr.kr/ 에볼루션 블랙잭] 코리아 [[http://www.gospeltranslation.org/w/api.php?action=https://evolutionkr.kr/ go to this site]] the natural world, and to make useful discoveries like the development of new treatments.<br><br>The evidence for evolution of biological species is overwhelming. There is no other scientific theory that explains so many aspects of the universe and life on this planet, and it has been rigorously tested and verified over the course of many years. Many people, and even religious leaders, are in support of the scientific theory. It is essential to remember that evolutionary biology doesn't contradict religious beliefs because it only addresses physical objects, events, and processes.<br><br>In fact many religious people have come up with ways to reconcile their beliefs with the theory of evolution. For example some Christians believe that God created the universe through evolution and that humans have an ancestral lineage with other animals.<br><br>It is essential for scientists to stand up for the teaching of evolution. Unfortunately, in some countries around the world, anti-evolution sentiment is growing. In the United States some states have taken measures to restrict teaching of evolution. In South Korea, a group known as the Society for Textbook Revise (STR), an offshoot of the Korea Association for Creation Research, is campaigning for the elimination of textbook content about the evolution of horses and the Avian ancestor Archaeopteryx.<br><br>It is important to remember, however, that the evidence in favor of evolution is overwhelming. The evidence for evolution comes from many sources, such as fossils, genetics, and the behavior of living creatures. The evidence is also independently verified by other scientists.<br><br>The vast majority of scientists believe in the theory of evolution. The reasons for this support vary. Certain scientists study evolution in order to discover practical solutions, such as developing treatments or developing new medicines, while others are driven by an interest in improving the quality of life for animals and plant species, generally to benefit humans. Some scientists are just curious, while others have a strong religious belief in God.<br><br>What is Creationism?<br><br>Creationists believe that God created everything in the universe. They also believe the Bible is God's word and should be interpreted in a literal manner. While Creationists may not all be Christian however, they are a majority. Creationists are generally divided into two groups: Young Earth Creationists (YEC) or old earth creationists.<br><br>The most popular type of creationist is the YEC. They believe that God created the universe in exactly the manner described in the Bible. They believe that the biblical account of the six days of creation is true and that the universe and the life on Earth began only recently.<br><br>OECs are not as well-known however they're just as passionate about their beliefs as YECs. OECs believe the universe and Earth are billions-of-years old and believe that evolution is a myth.<br><br>Both kinds of creationism deny the scientific theories that natural selection and biogenesis can explain how life started on Earth. They argue that evolution is not possible because it would require an extraordinary event, and that the pioneers of modern science rejected miracles out of fear that they would lose credibility.<br><br>Some creationists believe in both naturalistic evolution and special creation, and refer to their view "theistic evolution." This is sometimes also called "continuous creationism" or "evolution from the created species." In this theory, God creates the original species, and then allows them to change over time. These evolution changes will eventually result in new species that are similar to the original.<br><br>Some creationists believe that God created all living things and the universe in a single event known as the Great Flood. These creationists hold that all the species of the beginning were created at the same time and then slowly evolved. They reject the idea of abiogenesis and assert that self-replicating life cannot arise from non-living matter.<br><br>In general, the creationists are against teaching of evolution in schools. This is a position that is backed by numerous professional organizations which include the National Science Teachers Association, the Association for Science Teacher Education, the American Anthropological Association, and the Geological Society of America. However, certain researchers and educational institutions are more flexible and permit the inclusion of both evolution and creationism in their curricula.<br><br>What is Creationism in Korea?<br><br>When people think of creationism most often, they think of the United States. South Korea also has an anti-evolutionist group. The publishers of textbooks for high school students have recently declared that they will be removing references to evolution from their books. The Society for Textbook Revise, an independent body which is an offshoot from the Korea Association for Creation Research (KACCR) is the one who has led this campaign. STR has achieved its first victory in removing examples of the evolution of the horse and an avian ancestor, called the Archeopteryx, from textbooks. Its sights are now set on the removal of excerpts from Darwin's infamous finch research and on human evolution, too.<br><br>STR claims that it has the backing of 4,000 families and individual members. Its goal, it says, is to rid the world of what it calls "atheist materialism" that paints an unflattering image for students. It also aims to counteract the influence of American creationists who live in the US. A survey of the newest biology teachers revealed that around half do not believe in evolution. The causes aren't clear but could be due to religious beliefs or the absence of full-time creation scientists across the United States.<br><br>The KACR has achieved many things in the past through seminars and  [https://www.carneitalia.com/eliminare-iscrizione-azienda?nid=17929&element=https://evolutionkr.kr/ 에볼루션][https://galant37.ru/bitrix/redirect.php?goto=https://evolutionkr.kr/ 바카라 에볼루션] ([http://m.w.bellymall.co.kr/member/login.html?noMemberOrder=&returnUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fevolutionkr.kr%2F m.w.bellymall.co.kr]) lectures. It publishes a bimonthly magazine, Creation, and has published books. One of them was a textbook on natural sciences with a cosmological perspective. This sparked an interest in college communities. In 1991 an academic and minister began teaching Creation Science in one university and it continues to be taught to this day.<br><br>On August 6-7 1993, KACR hosted a second International Symposium on Creation Research. 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