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What does it mean?
Stein admits he is not an expert on Intelligent Design but moderates discussions among scientists.
In plain terms
He knows more about Intelligent Design than most but is not a true expert.
What can you take from it?
Moderators need not be subject experts to facilitate debate.

Where it applies

  • panel discussions
  • public education
  • media

Putting it to work

  • facilitating science dialogue
  • acknowledging knowledge limits

Questions to consider

  • How much expertise is needed to moderate science?
  • What is the role of a public commentator?

Another view

Moderators should ideally have sufficient expertise to guide accurate discussion.

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