However, I must address Svensson's statements concerning the teaching of this branch of faith in the science classroom.
First, since the scientific approach relies on testable hypotheses from which theories develop, and since creation science does not allow such inquiry, and rejects outright any evidence that does not fit the literal interpretation of the Bible, creation science is not science, but religious faith. Therefore, teaching creation science as part of a scientific inquiry approach to the nature of our world is inappropriate.
Second, Svensson implies that evolution is a fact. This is adamantly denied by the great majority of respected scientists. Evolution is a theory and will remain so until absolute, indisputable proof moves that theory to the level of fact. Certainly, it is the most tested, most reliable theory thus far to account for phenomena that have been observed and discussed. The adoption of this theory is grounded on ...