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Science & Religion 101
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 19 hours
  • Course by University of Alberta
  • Offered by

About

This course examines the nature of both science and religion and attempts to explore the possible relationships between them. The primary purpose is to dispel the popular myth that science and religion are entrenched in a never-ending conflict. As a result, this course argues that if the limits of both science and religion are respected, then their relationship can be complementary. Topics include: Science and Religion Categories and Foundational Principles, Definitions of Science and Religion, Science-Religion Models and Relationships, Intelligent Design and Natural Revelation, the Galileo Affair, Geology and Noah’s Flood, Evolution and Darwin’s Religious Beliefs, the Modern “Evolution” vs. “Creation” Debate, the Problem of Evil, and Interpretations of the Biblical Accounts of Origins in Genesis 1-11. The course employs a Constructive Teaching Style in order that students can develop their personal views on the relationship between science and religion and on each of the topics listed above. St. Joseph's College is a Catholic, undergraduate, liberal arts college on the University of Alberta campus. It is an independent institution that is affiliated with the University of Alberta. Denis O. Lamoureux is Professor of Science and Religion at St. Joseph's College in the University of Alberta. He is the author of Evolutionary Creation: A Christian Approach to Evolution (2008), Evolution: Scripture and Nature Say Yes! (2016), and The Bible & Ancient Science: Principles of Interpretation (2020). Lamoureux is a Research Associate in Paleontology and has contributed to a dozen scientific papers. He is cited in the Who’s Who of Theology and Science and has delivered over 600 lectures throughout the United States and Canada. Lamoureux holds three earned doctoral degrees—dentistry, theology, and biology.

Modules

Pre-Course Videos, Course Materials & Pre-Course Survey

    • 3 Videos
    • 5 Readings
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3 Videos

  • Welcome!
  • Summary of the Course
  • How to use Course Materials

5 Readings

  • Course Schedule
  • Class Notes
  • Class Handouts
  • Supplementary Reading
  • Pre-Course Survey

Introduction

    • 5 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 1 Quiz

5 Videos

  • Episode 1: Welcome!
  • Episode 2: Only Warfare?
  • Episode 3: Only Warfare?
  • Episode 4: Only Warfare?
  • Episode 5: Only Warfare?

1 Readings

  • Survey #1

Categories & Principles I

    • 9 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 2 Quiz

9 Videos

  • Episode 6: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 7: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 8: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 9: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 10: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 11: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 12: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 13: Categories & Principles I
  • Episode 14: Categories & Principles I

1 Readings

  • Survey #2

Categories & Principles II

    • 13 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 3 Quiz

13 Videos

  • Episode 15: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 16: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 17: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 18: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 19: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 20: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 21: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 22: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 23: Categories & Principles II
  • Episode 24: Categories & Principles II
  • Hermeneutical Principle 1: Literalism
  • Hermeneutical Principle 2: Literary Genre
  • Hermeneutical Principle 3: Accommodation

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #3

Sci & Rel Models & Relationships

    • 14 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 4 Quiz

14 Videos

  • Episode 25: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 26: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 27: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 28: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 29: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 30: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 31: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 32: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 33: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 34: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 35: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Episode 36: Science & Religion Models & Relationships
  • Hermeneutical Principle 4: Ancient Phenomenological Perspective of Nature
  • Hermeneutical Principle 4A: Ancient Phenomenological Perspective of Nature

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #4

Nature & Intelligent Design

    • 8 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 5 Quiz

8 Videos

  • Episode 37: Nature & Intelligent Design
  • Episode 38: Nature & Intelligent Design
  • Episode 39: Nature & Intelligent Design
  • Episode 40: Nature & Intelligent Design
  • Episode 41: Nature & Intelligent Design
  • Episode 42: Nature & Intelligent Design
  • Hermeneutical Principle 4B: Ancient Phenomenological Perspective of Nature
  • Hermeneutical Principle 5: Attribution of Divine Action in Origins

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #5

Religious Beliefs of Galileo

    • 10 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 6 Quiz

10 Videos

  • Episode 43: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 44: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 45: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 46: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 47: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 48: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 49: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 50: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Episode 51: Religious Beliefs of Galileo
  • Hermeneutical Principle 6: Ancient Phenomenological Perspective of Nature

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #6

Religious Beliefs of Darwin

    • 12 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 7 Quiz

12 Videos

  • Episode 52: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 53: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 54: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 55: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 56: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 57: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 58: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 59: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 60: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Episode 61: Religious Beliefs of Darwin
  • Hermeneutical Principle 7: Attributions of Divine Action in Origins
  • Hermeneutical Principle 8: Historical Criticism

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #7

Genesis 1-3:Biblical Creation Accounts

    • 14 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 8 Quiz

14 Videos

  • Episode 62: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 63: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 64: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 65: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 66: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 67: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 68: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 69: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 70: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 71: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 72: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Episode 73: Genesis 1-3: Biblical Creation Accounts
  • Hermeneutical Principle 9: Scope of Cognitive Competence
  • Hermeneutical Principle 10: Sufficiency of the Bible & Proficiency of its Readers

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #8

Modern Origins Debate

    • 9 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 9 Quiz

9 Videos

  • Episode 74: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 75: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 76: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 77: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 78: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 79: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 80: Modern Origins Debate
  • Episode 81: Modern Origins Debate
  • Hermeneutical Principle 11: The Baconian Hermeneutic

2 Readings

  • Supplementary Reading
  • Survey #9

Conclusion: Possible Peace?

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Module 10 Quiz

1 Videos

  • Episode 82: Possible Peace?

1 Readings

  • Survey #10

Auto Summary

Explore the intricate relationship between science and religion in "Science & Religion 101." Led by renowned Professor Denis O. Lamoureux from St. Joseph's College at the University of Alberta, this foundational course dispels myths of conflict and highlights complementary aspects. Covering topics like Intelligent Design, the Galileo Affair, and Evolution, the course encourages personal reflection through a constructive teaching style. Ideal for those interested in health and fitness, the course spans 1140 minutes and offers both Starter and Professional subscription options on Coursera.

Denis Lamoureux
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Denis Lamoureux