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Scopes Monkey Trial: Context for Controversy
WPSU-TV Producer Patty Satalia moderates a discussion about evolution and creationism, while exploring the cultural impact of the Tennessee vs. John Scopes 'Monkey Trial' of 1925. The trial, which was related to the teaching of evolution in public schools, is reminiscent of issues facing today’s courts. Panelists include Ronald Numbers, Hilldale Professor of the History of Science and Medicine, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Pat Shipman, Adjunct Professor of Biological Anthropology, Penn State University, University Park; and Preston Green, Associate Professor of Education, Penn State University, University Park. From the Series:Penn State Public Broadcasting Lobby Talks Series
Video Length: 3510
Date Found: February 12, 2009
Date Produced: February 03, 2006
View Count: 5
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