g4:Creation of the Universe

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How did we get here? Where did we come from? How were the earth, moon and sun created? From ancient tribes to modern civilization, the human race has tried to answer these questions. This course examines the myths and scientific theories of the origin of the universe. The course first covers ancient myths, progresses to modern religion and culminates with our current understanding of the Big Bang and related scientific theories. Other myths, such as the great flood, which common to many cultures, are examined. The course focuses on how science and culture interact by examining how our concept of creation has evolved.