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The study of the applications of physics may lead to issues and questions that go beyond traditional science curricula. While respecting the personal beliefs of students, teachers are only to provide instruction in accordance with the scientific purpose and scope of the prescribed learning outcomes for Applications of Physics 11 and 12 set out in this curriculum guide. Under no circumstances may a teacher, as part of a science course, provide instruction in a religious dogma or religious belief system. The prescribed learning outcomes for Applications of Physics 11 and 12 do not include religious instruction based on an interpretation of religious scriptures or writings, nor on beliefs or viewpoints commonly characterized as creationism, theory of divine creation, intelligent design theory, or other theories based on religious beliefs.
Similarly, in the choice and use of learning resources to support the prescribed learning outcomes of the science curriculum, school boards, administrative officers, and teachers should ensure that no religious dogma or religious belief system is advocated or presented as part of the discipline of science.
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