Educators/Homeschoolers
Future Careers in Science and Faith part 1
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RTB's Dean of Online Learning, Krista Bontrager, talks to Dr. Jeff Zweerink about ideas for future career options in science.
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Textbook Review: "Explore Evolution"
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Krista Bontrager discusses the high school textbook, Explore Evolution.
Read Krista's review of this text here.
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Using Secular Textbooks
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RTB's Dean of Online Learning, Krista Bontrager, talks about some basic principles for using secular science textbooks.
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Creation Science Curriculum
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RTB's Dean of Online Learning, Krista Bontrager, talks about how to handle using creation science curriculum.
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Choosing a Science Curriculum
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RTB's Dean of Online Learning, Krista Bontrager, talks about some basic principles for choosing a science curriculum.
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Forging New Paths in Science-Faith Careers
Christians are uniquely positioned to transform the culture for Christ as they engage it at the highest academic levels, especially in science. Reasons To Believe hopes to play a role in raising an … more
Science Fair/Term Paper Ideas for Creation vs. Evolution
Students of all ages frequently ask for ideas on how to tie in principles from RTB’s testable creation model to their research projects. So I’ve compiled a list (with help from volunteer … more
Explore Evolution: A High School Textbook Review
Intended as a supplement for high school and college biology courses, Explore Evolution teaches critical thinking skills by assessing the strengths and weaknesses of Darwinian evolution. Though the … more
Choosing a Christian College
Sending a student to a Christian college involves a maze of decisions. Not all colleges that bear the title of “Christian” require students and faculty to make a profession of faith or to … more
Through the Lens: Astronomy, "Gas Giants" (SD)
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Discussion Ideas
Before watching the video:
Activity: Research the term "gas giant." What are the characteristics of a gas giant? What makes a body a planet? (This term will be … more
Through the Lens: Astronomy, "Gas Giants" (HD)
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Discussion Ideas
Before watching the video:
Activity: Research the term "gas giant." What are the characteristics of a gas giant? What makes a body a planet? (This term will be … more
Curriculum Review - Exploring Creation Series by Jeannie K. Fulbright
Texts Reviewed:
Fulbright, Jeannie K. Exploring Creation with Astronomy. Anderson, IN: Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc., 2004.
Fulbright, Jeannie K. Exploring Creation with Botany. Anderson, … more
100 Academic Commandments
When I became a Christian at age 20, I began to understand that my mind really matters. (Beforehand, I didn’t engage in my studies and did just enough in school to get by.) It was then that I … more
100th Episode: 100 Academic Commandments
Straight Thinking #100: 100 Academic Commandments more
How Can I Help My Child Become a Research Scientist?
Some children are naturally curious about science and want to become scientists. What can parents do to sustain that curiosity and equip children to achieve their life goals? More importantly, what … more
Reasons Institute: World-Class Training in Christian Apologetics
There is no easy answer, no set of foolproof steps I can outline for them, but the saying provides a helpful direction: build a positive case for faith. Trying to pull a young adult back into the … more
Enjoying God's Creation Through Astronomy
“The heavens declare the glory of God.” Psalm 19:1
Hugh Ross launched his career at age seven when he went to the library to investigate why stars are hot. Physics and astronomy captured … more
Five Reasons Why Christian Educators Should Address Evolution
Christian educators, including homeschoolers, frequently ask me whether they should avoid using secular biology textbooks because of the evolutionary content. Here are five reasons why I think a sound … more
Curriculum Review: Real Science-4-Kids (Grades 5 to 8)
Texts Reviewed:
Chemistry Level I – Student Text, Teacher's Manual, Laboratory Workbook, Rebecca W. Keller, Albuquerque, NM: Gravitas Publications, 2004, 2005.
Chemistry Level II … more
Curriculum Review: Mainstream Science Textbooks (K–12)
Curricula Reviewed:
Harcourt School Publishers Science (Grades K-6) Harcourt, Inc. Corporate Headquarters: 6277 Sea Harbor Drive Orlando, FL 32887 (407) 345-2000
Macmillan/McGraw-Hill … more