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Evolution Korea Up until recently, the Korean scientific community avoided working with creationists due to the fear of giving the movement more credence. look at here is no longer an alternative. The STR has been battling to get rid of textbooks that explain evolution, including the discovery of the feathered dinosaur Archaeopteryx as an ancestral bird's ancestor. This is only one aspect of the way in which the development paradigm has evolved. What is Evolution? The theory of evolution is a branch of science that explains changes in genetic characteristics over time. The theory is based on the fact that living creatures adapt to their environment, which could result in variations in genes or entire genomes. Over time these changes could result in the emergence of new species. Natural selection is the dominant theory of evolution. It describes how individuals with traits that are advantageous are more likely to reproduce and survive than those with less favorable traits. This differing reproduction may eventually lead to the creation and evolution of new species. The term “evolution”, which comes from the Latin for revealing or unrolling, has been used in many different ways as the concept has developed in both science and in other fields. Early evolutionists such as Erasmus Darwin (Charles’s grandfather) and Jean Baptiste de Lamarck believed that species were predestined to change into another species. Etienne Geoffroy St.Hilaire was Lamarck's embryologist disciple who coined the term “transmutation” to describe this view. Charles Lyell, who published the second volume of his Principles of Geology in 1833 opposed this notion and borrowed the term “evolution” from Geoffroy's student to describe the idea that species are evolving into other species in an orderly and predictable manner. Evolutionary biologists define evolution more recently as a process through which living creatures develop traits to increase their chances of survival or conceiving offspring. In time, this genetic variability can lead to the emergence of completely new physical or biological functions in the population. Natural selection is the mechanism that triggers the majority of evolutionary changes. However, non-genetic changes such as the increase in the muscle mass as a result of diet or exercise can't be considered examples of evolution because they are not passed on to future generations. Creationists make the argument that evolution is controversial, even though it has been proven to be accurate by thousands of scientific tests and that it has been tested over time. They argue that the theory should not be taught at school. In South Korea, creationists won a few victories against evolution in textbooks for high school. This includes the removal of references to the evolutionary roots of humans as well as Archaeopteryx – a feathered dinosaur that is believed to be the ancestral bird's first ancestor. Why is Evolution Important to Humanity? Evolution explains the origins of Earth and all living species. It is also one of the foundations of biology, and aids scientists understand how living things work and grow. Evolution also shows how different species are interconnected. Scientists study evolution to gain a better understanding of the natural world, and to make useful discoveries including the development of new treatments. The evidence for biological evolution is overwhelming. There is no other scientific theory that can explain so many aspects of the universe and life on earth and has been rigorously tested and verified over a long period of time. Many people, including religious leaders, are in favor of the theory of evolution as a scientific fact. It is important to remember that evolutionary biology doesn't conflict with religious beliefs as it only deals with physical objects, events and processes. Many religious people have come up with a way of reconciling evolution with their beliefs. Certain Christians, for example, believe that God created everything through evolution and that humans share a common ancestry to other animals. It is essential for scientists to support the teaching of evolution. In some countries around the globe the anti-evolution movement is growing. In the United States, efforts to limit the teaching of evolution have made progress in a few states. In South Korea, a group known as 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. Although these are alarming developments, it is also important to remember that the evidence for evolution is overwhelming. The evidence comes from a diverse range of sources, including fossils, genetic studies, and the behavior of living organisms. The evidence is also independently verified by other scientists. The vast majority of scientists supports the theory of evolution. The reasons behind this support are diverse. Some scientists study evolution to make practical discoveries that can lead to the development of new 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 are simply curious, and still others have a deep faith in God and seek to understand how the universe functions. What is Creationism? Creationists believe that God created all things in the universe. They also believe that the Bible is the word of God and should be taken seriously. Many creationists are Christians, but not all. Creationists generally fall into one of two categories: Young Earth creationists (YEC) and old earth creationists (OEC). The YECs are the best known type of creationist and they believe that God created the world in the exact way described in the Bible. They believe that the biblical account of six days of creation was literal and that the universe as well as life on Earth were created just recently. OECs may be less well-known, but their beliefs are as fierce as those of YECs. OECs believe that the universe and Earth are billions of years old, and believe that evolution is a myth. Both forms of creationism deny the idea that scientific principles like biogenesis and natural selection could explain how life came to be on Earth. They assert that evolution is impossible, because it requires miracles. The pioneers of modern science shunned miracles because they feared they could lose their credibility. Some creationists accept naturalistic evolutionary and special creation. They call their view “theistic evolution.” This is also referred to as “continuous evolutionism” or the “evolution of species created.” This theory states that God creates species from scratch and then allows them to evolve over time. Then, these evolutionary changes will create new species that are like the original ones. Some creationists believe that God created all living things and the entire universe in one event called the Great Flood. Creationists believe that all the species of the beginning were created at the same time and then gradually evolved. They reject the idea of abiogenesis and claim that self-replicating life cannot arise from non-living matter. In general, the creationists are opposed to the teaching of evolution in schools. This is supported by numerous professional organizations, including the National Science Teachers Association, the Association for Science Teacher Education and the American Anthropological Association, and the Geological Society of America. However, certain scientists and educational institutions are more flexible, and allow the inclusion of both evolution and creationism in their curricula. What is Creationism? When people think of the concept of creationism, many of them think of the United States. However, South Korea is also home to an anti-evolution movement. The publishers of high school textbooks have recently announced that they will remove references to evolution from their books. The Society for Textbook Revise, an independent organization that is an offshoot from the Korea Association for Creation Research (KACCR) has been the driving force behind this effort. STR has secured its first victory in eliminating examples of the evolution of the horse as well as an avian ancestor, called the Archeopteryx, from textbooks. Its sights are now set on removing excerpts from Darwin's infamous finch research and on human evolution as well. STR claims that it has the support of 4,000 families and individuals. The goal, according to STR is to cleanse 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 in the country. A survey of trainee biology teachers found that about half do not believe in the concept of evolution. The causes are not certain, but could be related to religious beliefs or the absence of creation scientists in the US. The KACR has achieved a number of things through its seminars and lectures. It has a bimonthly news magazine, Creation, and has published books. Among these is a textbook on the natural sciences that has a creationist viewpoint, which attracted the attention of college communities. In 1991 an academic and minister began teaching Creation Science in one university, and it is taught until today. On August 6th and 7th of 1993, KACR hosted a second International Symposium on Creation Research. It was held in conjunction with the opening of the World Expo in Daejeon. Six lecturers from the world, including ICR's John Morris, Duane Gish, and Steven Austin spoke to audiences of a few thousand. KACR members and KACR have also given talks on creation science in prestigious seminaries. KACR plans to establish a Creation Science Education Center.