World religioous theory should be taught all theories linked to the subject should be taught and discourse open and thought provoking

In my school I had to take religion classes. I used the class time to do assignments and other homework and I was not alone in this. It was such a waste of time. However, the class would not go into the juicy parts of the bible such as God appearing in a dream to Joshua and Joshua was told to attack some town and to kill everything on sight but leave just the young women for Joshua and his army. There is nothing to interpret. It is very clear to the reader. Religion class was just a waste of time and money as it was a private school. This was a Catholic school. The Protestants would give you a slightly different angle. In short, whose interpretation of religion the right one.

I believe science or history classes should include specific elements that briefly describe the tenets of 'Scientific Creationism' and demonstrate the forms of dishonesty and disinformation. Sadly, I doubt science teachers are capable of doing this. Indeed, quite a few are Creationists themselves. I believe it is important that students understand that religionists in our culture have sough to sabotage the search for truth and knowledge.

Should religion be taught in schools? Thta is a good question and complicated question to answer. I think if religion is taught is schools its needs to be all of them, not just Christianity.

I believe public schools should teach about different world religions with such details as what each religion believes and their history, but none should ever be presented as factual because none are.

Yes! Just a general overview of what each believe, and demonstrate how many use similar terms but the terms may mean something different for each. Since religion is so influential we should allhave a basic knowledge in irder to communicate effectively and see tgw common threada

In a Christian school, yes, in a public school....HELL no! (pun intended)

If they do, they better respect all religions. The witches, devil worshipers and the whole nine yards.

Is taught in the schools....because its impact on society.

No. I believe in free thought!

Yes religions should be thought in school. But not the sanitized versions. Children should know that the Bible condones slavery and condemns homosexuality, that it declares Jews a chosen people, that it condemns unbelievers to hell.
They should know that Islam is cruel to women.
They should know that both Islam and Christianity expect a violent catastrophic end to this world and judgement and hell for the vast majority of humanity.
They should know that racism and the holocaust were inspired by religion.
They should know that Catholics hated Luther and Luther hated the Jews.
They should know that Catholics hated science and suppressed it for centuries, (The Dark Ages)
They should know that Religion generally stood opposed to Democracy and the enlightenment.
They should know that the Church in Europe promoted the divine right of kings. (Romans 13)

Yes, in an all or nothing sort of way. Either all religions get some time in the light or they are just glossed over in sociology with the blanket statement that some folks believe in different stuff.

Religion should be taught in parochial schools. That is what they are for. Making children aware of the many different religions as a part of history classes. Would be alright in public schools as long as the many different superstitions were all presented in the same light. How could one teach about the crusades without pointing out the differences between christians and muslims. Or teach about the second world war without pointing out the atrocities inflicted on people of the jewish faith.

I took it in school, the class was called theology, and it wasn't pro-religion or anti-religion. It just explained what the world religion.

In a historical, or cultural context? Yes. In a religious context? Never. Everyone should be taught the history, and culture of every major religion. That would foster much more understanding, and common ground, even if you don't believe.

Either all or none should be taught, not just one view.

No they don't understand I knoe cause I was home schooled and didnt understand

Many of you, if not most of you, agree that various religions should be taught, but I am on the other end of the spectrum. Just the thought of being taught any religion makes me want to vomit, faint, have a coniption fit, run, escape, and throw up again. I don't want to hear any of it !

Religion should only taught as history not beliefs.

I believe "Religions", in the plural, should be taught, precisely for the reason RonnieD stated. And because understanding the core tenants of various religions can help us understand people of faith and their motivations. And what better way to expose children to the difference between rational thought and critical examination of the subject and blind faith in illogical myths.

As long as it isn't communism then its fine.

Of course from a sociological objective perspective.

Of course! As long as all major religions are....

I think religion should be taught in a historical context only. It is not the place of the public school system to teach children something that should be kept in the home. If parents wish their children to learn about a particular faith, they should bare that burden either in the home or religious facility. I am on board with all inclusive lessons for students that show them the differences and similarities between different religions but these should be based on knowledge and not faith.

In social studies or history classes? Absolutely.

As core curriculum? Nope.