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  • Education of American research astronomers, 1876-1941

    Creator:
    Hall, Robert Dale, 1947-
    Abstract:
    The education (particularly graduate education) of Americans who were active in astronomical research between 1876 and 1941 is assessed for its effectiveness in preparing the astronomers for careers in research. This period contains three dynamic changes: the growth of American astronomy in becoming the world's leading community of astronomers, the...
    Resource Type:
    Dissertation
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    AMERICAN RESEARCH ASTRONOMERS, 1876-1941. Abstract approval: The education (particularly graduate

  • History and analysis of the creation research society

    Creator:
    Elliott, William E.
    Abstract:
    The resurgence of creationism the past few years has been led by advocates of recent-creationism. These individuals, a minority among creationists in general, argue that the entire universe was created approximately 10,000 years ago in one six-day period of time. Recent-creationists support their position by appealing to the Genesis account...
    Resource Type:
    Masters Thesis
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    William Tinkle) taught science at church-related col- leges and one (R Laird Harris) taught Old Testament