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The History of Evolution: From Darwin to Dobzhansky
People often state that Charles Darwin revolutionized the field of biology. The theory of evolution, however, did not begin or end with Darwin. In reality, scientists built upon and refuted each other’s ideas and led to the creation of a theory that can explain every aspect of the biological world. This course will discuss the evolution of the Theory of Evolution and explore how it has influenced and continues to influence the modern world.
Locations: Menlo Park
Cost: $110
Recommended hours: 9
Goals:
- Develop a strong understanding of evolutionary biology and the future of the field
- Learn about the scientific process and how scientists created experiments and developed theories based upon observations
- Gain confidence reading and critiquing scholarly scientific articles and texts
- Gain experience understanding the effects that scientific developments can have on society
