{"id":1091,"date":"2014-04-03T22:09:48","date_gmt":"2014-04-03T22:09:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/discovery.org\/id\/?page_id=1091"},"modified":"2025-06-11T18:12:01","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T18:12:01","slug":"curricula","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/curricula\/","title":{"rendered":"Education Curricula"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Science and History\/Philosophy of Science<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore Evolution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/store\/product\/explore-evolution\/\">complete curriculum<\/a> (textbook, DVD, outlines and lesson plans, test bank, and Powerpoint presentations) to teach the evidence for and against modern evolutionary theory. Note: This curriculum does not cover intelligent design; it only examines modern evolutionary theory.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> High school and college biology classes; home school classes; private study; adult enrichment seminars.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Discovering Intelligent Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"https:\/\/discovering.design\/\" class=\"ek-link\">science curriculum<\/a> (textbook, workbook, and DVD) presents the best evidence from physics, astronomy, chemistry, biology and related fields that provide evidence that nature is the product of intelligent design rather than blind unguided processes.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Homeschool educators and private schools.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Icons of Evolution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/store\/product\/icons-of-evolution-study-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">book, study guide, and DVD<\/a> to critically examine key evidences offered in support of the modern theory of evolution.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> High school and college biology classes; home school classes; private study; adult enrichment seminars.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Case for Intelligent Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a href=\"http:\/\/discovery.org\/a\/7471\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free article<\/a> by Stephen Meyer and accompanying <a href=\"http:\/\/www.faithandevolution.org\/pdf\/meyer-discussion-questions.pdf\">discussion questions<\/a> to explore the history, logic, and evidence for intelligent design as a scientific theory. <em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Small group discussions, or as one session of an adult Sunday School class on science and faith or intelligent design.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Roots of Intelligent Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/f\/56247\/\" class=\"ek-link\">free collection<\/a> of readings, audio clips, and discussion questions to explore the intellectual roots of intelligent design in Greco-Roman, Judeo-Christian, and modern thought.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Small group discussions, or an adult education mini-course of 2 or 3 sessions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Science and Faith<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>TrueU: Does God Exist?<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Produced by Focus on the Family, this 10-part <a href=\"http:\/\/family.christianbook.com\/trueu-1-does-god-exist-kit\/9781589973398\/pd\/973398?event=SP117480%7C2963927%7C117480%7C2963927%7C117480\">DVD series<\/a> features bestselling author Dr. Stephen Meyer and explores the compatibility of science and faith and how scientific discoveries over the past century have made belief in God more credible. This is a tremendous resource for high school students, college students, and adults. To maximize your use of the series, there is a free downloadable <a href=\"http:\/\/www.scienceandgod.org\/trueu\">leader\u2019s guide<\/a> containing lesson plans, discussion questions, handouts, and other resources.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Teens, students, parents, other adults.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><em>The Toughest Test in College<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This dramatic 45-minute documentary for teens and parents features compelling interviews with young people about their experiences in college, and it includes insights from leading experts on issues relating to science and faith. Available as a bonus feature on the <em>TrueU: Does God Exist?<\/em> DVD,&nbsp; this documentary can be used as part of a \u201cCollege Prep Night\u201d for high school teens and their parents. A free downloadable <a href=\"http:\/\/www.scienceandgod.org\/trueu\">leader\u2019s guide<\/a> is available for use by churches and private schools with this resource.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Teens, students, parents, other adults.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Case for a Creator<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/astore.amazon.com\/affiliatetag\/detail\/B000ION2HG\" target=\"_blank\">DVD<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Case-Creator-Participants-Guide-Investigation\/dp\/0310282853\" target=\"_blank\">participant\u2019s guide<\/a>, and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Case-Creator-Journalist-Investigates-Scientific\/dp\/B001OOLEIS\" target=\"_blank\">book<\/a> by award-winning journalist Lee Strobel to explore the evidence from physics, astronomy, and biology pointing to the intelligent design of nature.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Adult Sunday School classes; small group discussions; private study; adult enrichment seminars.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Michael Behe Investigates Evolution and Intelligent Design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/discoveryu.thinkific.com\/courses\/intelligent-design-behe\">At <strong>DiscoveryU<\/strong>, join<\/a> renowned biochemist\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/p\/behe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Michael Behe<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0as he investigates the amazing evidence in biology for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/intelligentdesign.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>intelligent design<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and the growing evidence that challenges the modern theory of biological evolution known as Neo-Darwinism. \u00a0In 41 short and engaging video lectures, Behe tackles explores ranging from the history of biology to the latest biological discoveries. Each video lecture is accompanied by a short quiz, and a special digital certificate of completion is offered for those who finish the course.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Return of the God Hypothesis<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a href=\"https:\/\/stephencmeyer.org\/1999\/01\/01\/the-return-of-the-god-hypothesis\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">free article<\/a> by Stephen Meyer and <a href=\"http:\/\/faithandevolution.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2019\/06\/meyer-return-of-the-god.pdf\" class=\"ek-link\">accompanying discussion questions<\/a> to explore the lines of evidence from science that provide support for a theistic worldview.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Small group discussions, or as part of a larger adult Sunday School class on science and faith or intelligent design.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Design of Life<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This <a href=\"http:\/\/discoveryu.thinkific.com\/courses\/the-design-of-life\">self-paced course<\/a> offers learners the opportunity to dig deeper into&nbsp;<strong><em><a href=\"http:\/\/discoveryu.thinkific.com\/courses\/the-design-of-life\">The Design of Life: Discovering Signs of Intelligence in Biological Systems<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, a 300-page college-level classic on intelligent design and evolution by mathematician William Dembski and biologist Jonathan Wells.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Science and Faith Curricula<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can find an expanded list of science and faith curricula at the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.faithandevolution.org\/resources\/curricula.php\">Faith and Evolution<\/a> website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed Starring Ben Stein<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this thought-provoking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B001BYLFFS\/?attr=di\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">documentary film<\/a> hosted by actor\/writer Ben Stein along with a <a href=\"http:\/\/discovery.org\/f\/7121\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">free leader\u2019s guide<\/a> to educate people about the growing debate over intelligent design and the impact of Darwin\u2019s theory on culture.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Adult enrichment seminars, a \u201cmovie\u201d night at your organization, and small group discussions.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Hath Darwin Wrought?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this <a href=\"http:\/\/www.whathathdarwinwrought.com\/\">80-minute DVD<\/a> along with a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.whathathdarwinwrought.com\/curriculum.php\">free discussion and study guide<\/a> to explore the cultural impact of \u201csocial Darwinism\u201d on Germany, the American eugenics movement, and current debates over the sanctity and dignity of human life.<br><em><strong>Especially suitable for:<\/strong> Small groups; adult education classes; adult enrichment seminars; high school classes (home school and private school).<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Science and History\/Philosophy of Science Explore Evolution Use this complete curriculum (textbook, DVD, outlines and lesson plans, test bank, and Powerpoint presentations) to teach the evidence for and against modern evolutionary theory. Note: This curriculum does not cover intelligent design; it only examines modern evolutionary theory.Especially suitable for: High school and college biology classes; home school classes; private study; adult<a class=\"ellipsis article-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/curricula\/\"><span> Read More &rsaquo;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_editorskit_title_hidden":false,"_editorskit_reading_time":3,"_editorskit_is_block_options_detached":false,"_editorskit_block_options_position":"{}","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1091","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1091","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1091"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1091\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1091"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1091"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.discovery.org\/id\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1091"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}