Creation Science Online Course

Name: Creation Science Online Course
Brand: Compass Classroomhttps://compassclassroom.com/

by Compass Classroomhttps://compassclassroom.com/

ScienceGrades 9–12

Creation Science Online Course: Young-Earth Creation Science Curriculum

This online high school science curriculum presents scientific evidence from a young-earth creationist perspective, using videos from the Is Genesis History? series along with readings and quizzes. The course covers topics across multiple scientific disciplines including geology, biology, astronomy, and archaeology through a biblical worldview lens.

Best for

Christian homeschool families seeking a high school science curriculum that aligns with young-earth creation beliefs and biblical worldview

Evaluation Criteria

1 strength · 3 concerns · 3 neutral

Direct InstructionStrength

The curriculum provides direct instruction through structured video lessons and guided reading assignments with clear learning objectives.

Each lesson has structured steps including videos, reading assignments, guided questions, and quizzes, with written transcripts provided for videos

Ngss AlignmentConcern

The curriculum explicitly contradicts mainstream scientific consensus and NGSS standards by promoting young-earth creation science.

Course 'promotes a young-earth interpretation of the scientific facts' and presents creation science as an alternative to evolutionary science taught in standard curricula

Teacher TrainingConcern

Limited teacher support is provided, with the curriculum designed for independent study rather than classroom instruction.

Review notes that 'evaluating student learning is best done through discussion' but requires 'a parent/teacher prepared to participate,' suggesting minimal teacher guidance materials

Hands On IntegrationConcern

This is explicitly described as a non-lab course with no hands-on activities or laboratory work.

Review states 'students who complete all requirements should earn one credit for high school science (non-lab)' and describes activities as watching videos, reading, and taking quizzes

Knowledge RichNeutral

The curriculum covers substantial scientific content across multiple disciplines but filters all information through a young-earth creation framework.

Course includes topics like catastrophic plate tectonics, geophysics, fossil record, geologic column, astronomy, and archaeology with detailed coverage of scientific concepts

Retrieval PracticeNeutral

The curriculum incorporates regular quizzes for each lesson that students can retake to improve scores and aid retention.

Each lesson ends with a 15-question quiz, and 'the goal of these quizzes is to help you retain the material' with open-book format allowed

Scientific VocabularyNeutral

Scientific vocabulary appears to be addressed through the extensive reading materials and video content covering technical scientific concepts.

Course covers technical topics like 'catastrophic plate tectonics,' 'geophysics,' and includes advanced topics described as 'technical-level discussions'

Sources: cathyduffyreviews.com