What creationists do VS. What scientists do
What creationists do What scientists do
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Adhere to a specific set of beliefs Adhere to a specific set of beliefs
as described in the Bible as supported by observation
Are motivated by a desire to Are motivated by a desire to
disprove evolutionary theory construct a viable explanation for
and promote religious fundamentalism observable phenomena
Gather evidence and data to support Gather evidence and data to support
the validity of events described in the validity of the assumptions
the Bible inherent to evolutionary theory
(i.e. evidence for flood) (i.e. evidence for selection)
Use evidence and theory as a means Use evidence and theory as a means
to convert others to their belief to make useful predictions in
and religion the various biological sciences
View their theory and practice as View their theory and practice as
being strongly related to morality being inherently irrelevant to
and values morality and values
Generally recieve more training in Generally receive more training in
Theology Biology
Contend that science must conform to Contend that science must conform to
religious dogma accepted standard laboratory practices