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« on: October 14, 2014, 04:33:49 PM »
telling about creationism gives another view and refrains from making education a one-sided concept. Education is a one-sided concept because there is only one side - facts. We don't teach numerology, astrology, or phrenology for a reason.
6332
« on: October 14, 2014, 04:30:22 PM »
Reskin? It's an entirely new story with new characters.
I'm really enjoying it so far.
I understand that, but it's still basically a giant BL2 DLC.
Any sequel is a "giant DLC" in that case...
6333
« on: October 14, 2014, 04:27:04 PM »
Teachers should also be teaching, not reciting from a xerox paper and passing the same paper to students, just with blanks. Well, that's not what teachers do, so I'm not sure what to tell you. Parents also need to be a voice in education and the school adjust based on the input
...and that's how we get biology teachers having to talk about how "evolution is one idea, but there are others"
6334
« on: October 14, 2014, 04:15:00 PM »
Reskin? It's an entirely new story with new characters.
I'm really enjoying it so far.
6335
« on: October 14, 2014, 04:03:07 PM »
What exactly is the problem here?
Are you fucking allergic to numberlines?
number lines are a retarded, impractical method of learning subtraction for all the special snowflakes who ate glue back in kindergarten, it's never used in the real world and never should be used.
Well, obviously. But let's not pretend that number lines are anything new, nor are they used in anything above 3rd grade math. It's not like we're teaching kids algebra with number lines and shit.
Except we fracking are. They were present as far in school as my Advanced Functions class.
In what context? What concepts are covered in Advanced Functions? That's not a course title I'm familiar with.
6336
« on: October 14, 2014, 04:00:04 PM »
/r/forwardsfromgrandma
You would be the one guy to defend Common core, wouldn't you?
Seeing as how I'm probably the only person here with the experience to comment on it, yes.
6337
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:57:07 PM »
You guys never used number lines in school?
I think so, but that wasn't the focus and was only used as an alternative to simple 9-3=6 subtraction. Now schools are placing these CommonCore concepts ahead of 6+3=9 and 5*2-4=6
The normal arithmetic is still being taught in schools. Even in liberally hippy-land California. I would know. I don't know what CC replacement concepts you're talking about.
6338
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:54:34 PM »
I find it interesting that it's pretty much only conservative sources talking about it
Well, CommonCore is a liberal policy. Why would a liberal source link to something that goes against the policies of politicians they support?
Just because it's supported by liberals [and a number of conservatives, mind you] doesn't mean it's some attack by liberals to try to inject the public school system with their positions. I'd love to see what conservatives would propose we do to reform schools, but they haven't proposed fuck-all.
6339
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:52:17 PM »
I have a feeling that they taught multiple ways to subtract, and this was just one of them. If this helps even a few kids in the class grasp what it is that they're learning, then it's worth it.
NO THIS IS JUST SCHOOLS PUSHING A LIBERAL AGENDA or something I dunno.
6340
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:50:32 PM »
That's because the correct answer isn't on the number line. It clearly states that Jack got the answer wrong, so the wrong answer is displayed on the number line.
That's what's unnerving.
Either the parent is admitting they can't see there's a fault in the number line, or they can but just don't know what it is.
Oh I see where you're coming from. I think I confused something along the way.
6341
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:48:31 PM »
I find it interesting that it's pretty much only conservative sources talking about it
6342
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:42:35 PM »
What exactly is the problem here?
Are you fucking allergic to numberlines?
number lines are a retarded, impractical method of learning subtraction for all the special snowflakes who ate glue back in kindergarten, it's never used in the real world and never should be used.
The most troubling thing is that the parent with a BSc admits to not being able to get the correct answer using the number line.
Impractical or not, that's unnerving.
That's because the correct answer isn't on the number line. It clearly states that Jack got the answer wrong, so the wrong answer is displayed on the number line.
6343
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:38:09 PM »
What exactly is the problem here?
Are you fucking allergic to numberlines?
number lines are a retarded, impractical method of learning subtraction for all the special snowflakes who ate glue back in kindergarten, it's never used in the real world and never should be used.
Well, obviously. But let's not pretend that number lines are anything new, nor are they used in anything above 3rd grade math. It's not like we're teaching kids algebra with number lines and shit.
the farthest number lines should be used is kindergarten, that's the issue. By that point you should be able to grasp the concept of subtraction and addition and be able to scale up without the usage of a number line. Once you pass basic subtraction of 20-5 and the like, numberlines have no place in education.
I just picked 3rd grade for an example. I have no idea when they're used until. US math education is FAR FAR behind where it should be. edit: woops. Didn't look who I was replying to.
6344
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:31:34 PM »
What exactly is the problem here?
Are you fucking allergic to numberlines?
number lines are a retarded, impractical method of learning subtraction for all the special snowflakes who ate glue back in kindergarten, it's never used in the real world and never should be used.
Well, obviously. But let's not pretend that number lines are anything new, nor are they used in anything above 3rd grade math. It's not like we're teaching kids algebra with number lines and shit.
6345
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:22:50 PM »
You guys never used number lines in school?
Are you saying you actually understand what's in the OP?
I don't see what's so difficult. Jack forgot another "10" to subtract somewhere along the line. The answer is 111. Jack got 121. Seems pretty obvious.
6346
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:16:43 PM »
WAHHHHH I hate religious people. Why don't they believe what I believe WAHHHHHHHHHHHH
What the fuck are you whining about this time? Because nobody is doing that here.
6347
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:12:58 PM »
You guys never used number lines in school?
6348
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:09:16 PM »
Man: looks like a primate, acts like a primate (sometimes), DNA similar to a primate
Christians/other religions that deny evolution: not a primate.
They just want to feel like we're all special.
Christianity doesn't deny evolution though..
Yes it does.
Christians follow the Bible, and Genesis clearly states that God created humans.
The first part of Genesis be a poem, m80.
Unless you be coo-coo and try to take it 100% literally.
So because it's a poem, it isn't true? Perhaps you should tell all the other Christians that Genesis isn't true. I don't think they got the message.
It's a poem that symbolizes God creating man last, and mankind being God's greatest and most valued creation. Keynote: Not all of Genesis is a poem, the beginning is. Don't know if you caught that or nah.
I don't think the entire Christian world is going to agree on the same thing that easily, when everyone has their own different opinions. I met Christians that told me that, but that doesn't mean everyone is going to be of that belief of interpretation.
If it's so obviously not literal, why would it be hard for people to accept?
Because people are stubborn and are gifted with the ability to deny things no matter how true they may seem.
But even I don't see why Genesis isn't literal. What is the indication that it isn't?
Because the Bible frequently uses stories in the context of a myth; they may or may not be based on a real event, but their point is to convey a moral/spiritual lesson.
But how do you know which are literal and which are metaphorical?
They're all supposed to be metaphorical, but that doesn't mean some aren't based on real events. Which are based in some historical fact? Who knows, but in the end that's not the point.
What I find interesting is how you say that with any certainty, when there's a not-so-insignificant number of people who would claim otherwise. Why are they wrong and you are right?
6349
« on: October 14, 2014, 03:03:12 PM »
Man: looks like a primate, acts like a primate (sometimes), DNA similar to a primate
Christians/other religions that deny evolution: not a primate.
They just want to feel like we're all special.
Christianity doesn't deny evolution though..
Yes it does.
Christians follow the Bible, and Genesis clearly states that God created humans.
The first part of Genesis be a poem, m80.
Unless you be coo-coo and try to take it 100% literally.
So because it's a poem, it isn't true? Perhaps you should tell all the other Christians that Genesis isn't true. I don't think they got the message.
It's a poem that symbolizes God creating man last, and mankind being God's greatest and most valued creation. Keynote: Not all of Genesis is a poem, the beginning is. Don't know if you caught that or nah.
I don't think the entire Christian world is going to agree on the same thing that easily, when everyone has their own different opinions. I met Christians that told me that, but that doesn't mean everyone is going to be of that belief of interpretation.
If it's so obviously not literal, why would it be hard for people to accept?
Because people are stubborn and are gifted with the ability to deny things no matter how true they may seem.
But even I don't see why Genesis isn't literal. What is the indication that it isn't?
Because the Bible frequently uses stories in the context of a myth; they may or may not be based on a real event, but their point is to convey a moral/spiritual lesson.
But how do you know which are literal and which are metaphorical?
6350
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:59:37 PM »
Man: looks like a primate, acts like a primate (sometimes), DNA similar to a primate
Christians/other religions that deny evolution: not a primate.
They just want to feel like we're all special.
Christianity doesn't deny evolution though..
Yes it does.
Christians follow the Bible, and Genesis clearly states that God created humans.
The first part of Genesis be a poem, m80.
Unless you be coo-coo and try to take it 100% literally.
So because it's a poem, it isn't true? Perhaps you should tell all the other Christians that Genesis isn't true. I don't think they got the message.
It's a poem that symbolizes God creating man last, and mankind being God's greatest and most valued creation. Keynote: Not all of Genesis is a poem, the beginning is. Don't know if you caught that or nah.
I don't think the entire Christian world is going to agree on the same thing that easily, when everyone has their own different opinions. I met Christians that told me that, but that doesn't mean everyone is going to be of that belief of interpretation.
If it's so obviously not literal, why would it be hard for people to accept?
Because people are stubborn and are gifted with the ability to deny things no matter how true they may seem.
But even I don't see why Genesis isn't literal. What is the indication that it isn't?
6351
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:56:05 PM »
Man: looks like a primate, acts like a primate (sometimes), DNA similar to a primate
Christians/other religions that deny evolution: not a primate.
They just want to feel like we're all special.
Christianity doesn't deny evolution though..
Yes it does.
Christians follow the Bible, and Genesis clearly states that God created humans.
The first part of Genesis be a poem, m80.
Unless you be coo-coo and try to take it 100% literally.
So because it's a poem, it isn't true? Perhaps you should tell all the other Christians that Genesis isn't true. I don't think they got the message.
It's a poem that symbolizes God creating man last, and mankind being God's greatest and most valued creation. Keynote: Not all of Genesis is a poem, the beginning is. Don't know if you caught that or nah.
I don't think the entire Christian world is going to agree on the same thing that easily, when everyone has their own different opinions. I met Christians that told me that, but that doesn't mean everyone is going to be of that belief of interpretation.
If it's so obviously not literal, why would it be hard for people to accept?
6352
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:49:29 PM »
Man: looks like a primate, acts like a primate (sometimes), DNA similar to a primate
Christians/other religions that deny evolution: not a primate.
They just want to feel like we're all special.
Christianity doesn't deny evolution though..
Yes it does.
Christians follow the Bible, and Genesis clearly states that God created humans.
The first part of Genesis be a poem, m80.
Unless you be coo-coo and try to take it 100% literally.
So because it's a poem, it isn't true? Perhaps you should tell all the other Christians that Genesis isn't true. I don't think they got the message.
6353
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:47:59 PM »
What happened?
He got mad over not being able to call people shemales and "left".
It sucks that people have to be censored because "muh feelings" but it's not something I'd leave over.
But it's not some bullshit "muh feelings" thing. It's a genuinely disrespectful word.
I find it funny how people here had no problem w/ "nagger", "maggot", or any number of other disrespectful words until we had an issue w/ ads but that one just happens to be offlimits because we happen to have a transperson in our midst.
Like I said it's not a big deal I just don't care for that kind of attitude about something so stupid is all.
I don't care for a single one of those words.
6354
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:38:15 PM »
/r/forwardsfromgrandma
6355
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:33:55 PM »
What happened?
He got mad over not being able to call people shemales and "left".
It sucks that people have to be censored because "muh feelings" but it's not something I'd leave over.
But it's not some bullshit "muh feelings" thing. It's a genuinely disrespectful word.
6356
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:29:39 PM »
>Implying I'm not Camnator
6357
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:19:12 PM »
I'm not arguing in circles. I'm trying to figure out why you think it's okay to dismiss the Bible as outdated, but not God.
Why does it matter?
As I said to you last time, I'm trying to understand what other people believe.
Its pointless.
Trying to understand what other people think is pointless?
That explains a lot about you.
Because it truly is pointless. No human can ever truly know what goes on in the mind if another. Repeatedly interrogating a person's beliefs is not going to magically make them agree with you and tell you what you want to hear.
My issue isn't with agreement. I have no problem with people who don't agree with me.
6358
« on: October 14, 2014, 02:02:48 PM »
I'm not arguing in circles. I'm trying to figure out why you think it's okay to dismiss the Bible as outdated, but not God.
Why does it matter?
As I said to you last time, I'm trying to understand what other people believe.
Its pointless.
Trying to understand what other people think is pointless? That explains a lot about you.
6359
« on: October 14, 2014, 01:55:07 PM »
WHAT. THE. frack.
Just leave his poor testes alone. Why must they rip them off anyway? Leave them ffs
Population control.
You could just split the males from the females, put them in different enclosures.
Could, yeah. But then you're doubling the farmer's work and expenses for shelter/fencing.
6360
« on: October 14, 2014, 01:51:03 PM »
I'm not arguing in circles. I'm trying to figure out why you think it's okay to dismiss the Bible as outdated, but not God.
Why does it matter?
As I said to you last time, I'm trying to understand what other people believe.
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