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Cole, John R., Ed.; Godfrey, Laurie R., Ed. – Creation/Evolution, 1985
This document points out that creationists claim that humans and dinosaurs lived together in Texas just before Noah's flood by citing alleged human footprints found side-by-side with those of dinosaurs in the Cretaceous limestone of the Paluxy River near Glen Rose, Texas. An investigation was conducted to determine if this claim were true.…
Descriptors: Creationism, Evolution, Paleontology, Religious Factors
Cole, John R. – Creation/Evolution, 1981
This paper points out that creationists have developed a skill unique to their trade, namely, that of misquotation and quotation out of context from the works of leading evolutionists. This tactic not only frustrates scientists but it misleads school board members, legislators, and the public. A representative sampling of scientists' responses to…
Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Creationism, Evolution, Opinion Papers
Beyerstein, Dale F. – Creation/Evolution, 1990
The rhetorical abuse of language by creationists is discussed. Suggestions for how to expose such abuses in a discussion or debate format are provided. (CW)
Descriptors: Creationism, Debate, Debate Format, Evolution
Moore, Robert A. – Creation/Evolution, 1983
A direct and definitive response to the creationist Noah's ark arguments is presented in this publication. Although the Bible is used as a constant reference point, the author does not engage in biblical criticism. The critique is rather directed at the leading creationist books and experimental studies that seek to scientifically prove that the…
Descriptors: Animals, Biblical Literature, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Creationism
Tarzia, Wade – Creation/Evolution, 1990
Presented is an analysis of creationist styles of presentation from the viewpoint of a student of folklore. Folklore themes, and formulaic utterances are discussed. The roles of language development and culture are stressed. (CW)
Descriptors: Creationism, Evolution, Folk Culture, Linguistics