Is Genesis History?

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Is Genesis History?: Young Earth Creationism Documentary and Study Materials

Is Genesis History? is a 101-minute documentary film by Del Tackett that presents scientific arguments for young earth creationism, accompanied by extended video segments and Bible study curriculum materials. The curriculum argues for the historical accuracy of Genesis and presents scientific evidence supporting a young earth perspective.

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Families and religious educational settings seeking science curriculum review materials that integrate young earth creationist perspectives with scientific content for ages 15 and up

Evaluation Criteria

2 strengths · 3 concerns · 1 neutral · 1 insufficient evidence

Teacher TrainingStrength

The curriculum includes substantial teacher support materials with background information and suggested answers for discussion questions.

The Leader & Student Materials book provides 'biblical background, theology, history, science, and practical application' with guidance for presenting material and 'suggested answers' for questions

Direct InstructionStrength

The curriculum uses explicit instruction through video presentations and structured lessons with clear explanations from experts.

The Bible study component includes lecture material presented in question-and-answer format with 'suggested answers included immediately after the questions'

Knowledge RichConcern

The curriculum presents detailed scientific content including geology, paleontology, genetics, and microbiology, but from a young earth creationist perspective that contradicts mainstream scientific consensus.

Reviews mention coverage of geological formations, dinosaur soft tissue discoveries, the Cambrian explosion, dating methods, and cellular structures, with over 15 hours of extended content in Beyond Is Genesis History

Ngss AlignmentConcern

The curriculum does not align with NGSS standards as it presents young earth creationism which contradicts evidence-based scientific understanding.

The curriculum explicitly argues against mainstream scientific consensus on earth's age and evolution, which conflicts with NGSS disciplinary core ideas in earth and life sciences

Retrieval PracticeConcern

Limited evidence of systematic retrieval practice, with some discussion questions and daily study assignments but no clear spaced review system.

The Bible study includes 'Daily Study assignments for three days' with questions, but no mention of cumulative review or retrieval practice across units

Scientific VocabularyNeutral

The curriculum appears to introduce scientific terminology across multiple disciplines including geology, biology, and astronomy.

Reviews mention specific scientific concepts like 'Cambrian explosion,' 'megasequences,' 'genetic variability,' and 'atmospheric science' suggesting vocabulary development

Hands On IntegrationInsufficient Evidence

No evidence of hands-on activities or lab work is provided in the available reviews.

The curriculum appears to be entirely video-based with discussion questions but no mention of laboratory activities or hands-on investigations

Review Sources

cathyduffy

Cathy Duffy

Key Facts
GradesAll Grades
SubjectScience
PedagogyNot specified
Pricing$17.35 at Christianbook.com | $17.35 at Christianbook.com | $11.99 at Amazon.com | $1.89 Used at Amazon.com Marketplace

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