Cultural Issues

Description

This course will equip high school students to think logically and apply Bible knowledge correctly in regard to evolutionary thought. Particularly, students will examine issues where there are points of contention related to the Bible, faith and science. All topics are in the context of an evolution vs creation viewpoint, taking a creationist, Biblically literal and young earth view. The Cultural Issues Pack includes The New Answers Book 1 and Book 2 edited by Ken Ham and the Teacher Guide. Book 1 contains over 27 chapters on Creation/Evolution and the Bible; Book 2 contains 30. Topics include fossils, the age of the earth, beginning of life, evolution and intelligent design, and also more specific topics such as the long life of Old Testament figures, the days of creation, etc. Note: In Chapter 15, Volume 2, Ken Ham discusses gay marriage and a Christians response. You may want to review this chapter to gauge appropriateness for your student.

The Teacher Guide can also be purchased separately. This guide includes weekly lesson schedules, student worksheets, tests (including semester tests) and answer keys. Each weekly schedule is arranged to be accomplished in four easy-to-manage lessons which combine reading and worksheets. The included student pages are perforated and three-hole punched. Answer Keys are also provided. Designed as a 1 year, 1 credit course. ~ Ruth

Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Religious Content
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Consumable
Consumable
Designed to be written in; not reusable.
Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.