HB592 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mack N. Butler Representative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Science courses in public schools, encourage students to explore scientific evidence, develop critical thinking, analyze, critique and review scientific theories

Description

This bill would require the State Board of Education, local boards of education, and staff of K-12 public schools to create an environment that encourages students to explore scientific questions, learn about scientific evidence, develop critical thinking skills, and respond appropriately and respectfully to differences of opinion about scientific subjects.

This bill would also allow public school teachers to help students understand, analyze, critique, and review the scientific strengths and scientific weaknesses of all existing scientific theories covered in a science course.

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Subjects

Teachers