Intro to Agriscience
On-Going Resources
WOD: Words of the Day (GSlides).
Zoom: Virtual Learning Zoom Room (Link).
Week One 1/24 to 1/28
I can... Name all classmates by first and last name, explain the three circle model in ag ed, ID common locations for classroom supplies, explain the 8 pathways of agriculture
Class Expectations/Community. Syllabus (PDF). Welcome to Class Video - Escalator Video (Link). Classroom Scavenger Hunt (GDoc).
Who are You. Slideshow to Update (GSlides). What is Ag? Virtual Notes (GSlides).
Three Circle Model. 3 Circle Model (Link)
Ag Pathways. 8 Pathways of Agriculture Notes (GSlides). AgExplorer (Link). 8 pathways - careers (GDoc).
FFA. Take a Bite Out of FFA Worksheet (GDoc). Slideshow (GSlides). We Are FFA Video (Link). FFA Student Manual (Link)
SAE. Video Library (Link).
Week Two 1/31 to 2/4
I can...ID careers in each pathway of agriculture, reflect on my career options, showcase etiquette, tie a tie and a scarf, practice inquiry in science
Diversity of Ag Careers. Career Finder Assignment (GSlides) Tips to Emails (Link). Emails Reminder - Virtual (GSlides). CC and BCC (Link).
Etiquette: Dressing for Success (Link). Dressing for Success 2 (Link). LINK to Tie Tying (Video Link).
BAD Handshakes (Video Link).
Agriscience & Inquiry. Oreo Lab (GDoc). Practice Lab - STEM Pringles (Doc)
SAE Resource. SAE Goals (GSlides).
Week Three 2/7 to 2/11
I can...explain the history of FFA, ID opportunities for students in FFA, use record keeping skills to track my SAE,
FFA History. FFA Emblem Lesson (PDF). FFA Timeline Rubric (Link). Timeline Resources (Link).Timeline Maker Online Blog (Link). FFA Handbook (Link). FFA Manual Jamboard (Link).
Leadership Intro. Background Self Reflection (GDoc)
SAE Resource. Record Keeping (GSlides).
Week Four 2/14 to 2/17
I can...Reflect on my personal leadership traits and those of leaders in our community, conduct interviews to learn about the history of agriculture, I can ID historical tools in agriculture,
Leader Billboard. Foundation For A Better Life (Link). Assignment (GDoc).
History of Agriculture: Ag Oral History Interviews (GDoc). Notes (GSlides) Historical Tool Photos (GDoc) Filled In Notes Historical Tools (GSlides).
Timeline Resources. American Ag Changes (Link). Equipment Firsts (Link).
Historical Leaders. Leadership Corkboard (GSlides). Great Orators Video (Link). Current Movers and Shakers In Ag (Link). Historical Leaders in Ag Blog (Link). 100 Years of Ag - Farm Bureau (Link).
SAE. Oral Check In
Week Five 2/21 to 2/25
I can...Demonstrate nonverbal and verbal communication skills.
Public Speaking. Informal Discussion Ag Interviews. Non-Verbal Communication Video (Link). Nonverbal Communication Reading (PDF). Poor Speaking Example Video (Link). Overcoming Fear TED Talk (Link).
Prepared Speaking. Ag Innovation Speech (GDoc). LINK To FFA Creed (PDF). Creed Video (Link).
Extemperanous Speaking. Topics (Link).
OPTIONAL Top Speaking Tips Article (Link). TED Talks (Link). FFA State Office Blog (Link)
SAE. Peer SAE Speed Dating Update
Week Six 2/28 to 3/4
I can...explain Robert's Rules of Order, demonstrate Parli Pro
Group Speaking - Parli Pro. KWL (GDoc). Intro Notes (GSlides). Motions (GSlides). Discussion (GSlides). Motions Cheat Sheet (GDoc). Motions Cheat Sheet Key (GDoc).
OPTIONAL. Parli Small Group Activity Worksheet (Link). Parli Salient Point Sheet (Link). Inquiry Parli Task (Link).
SAE. Whiteboard Check In
Week Seven 3/7 to 3/11
I can...ID common crops in ag history and future, define and explain GMO's , ID workplace hazards in ag and that effect on the labor market
Agronomy - Field Crops. Harvest Crop ID - Agronomy (GSlides). Filled Out Harvest Crop ID (GSlides). Maize Article (Link). Modern Marvels Full Video (Link). Modern Marvels Harvest Video Guide (GDoc). Immigrant Harvester Career Video (Link).
GMO: GMO Answers (Link).Digital Breakout Box (Link). Fear Marketing Examples (Blog Link). Organic Resource Guide (Link).
Ag Safety:Workplace Injury Infographic (Link). NFU Farm Safety Videos (Link).
SAE. Oral Check In
Organic. USDA 101
Week Eight 3/14 to 3/18
I can...summarize new technology in agriculture, explain the role of biofuels, demonstrate the scientific method in agriscience
Future of Ag: 15 Tech Innovations Video (Link). Innovation Jamboard (Link). Biofuels Reading (PDF).
Climate Change. Worksheet (GDoc). Website (Link).
SAE. Revision of Goals
Week Nine 3/21 to 3/25
I can...demonstrate the farm to fork method for 10+ global commodities, process and preserve food, ID nutritional requirements on packaging, ID risks of fear marketing, ID risks and marketing of energy drinks.
Energy Drinks: Template to Take Notes On (GSlides). Example Article 1 (Link). Energy Drink Deaths Article (Link).
Ingredient Notes to Edit (GSlides) Mouse Experiment Video. (Link).
Nutrition: MyPlate (Link). Nutrition Labels Reading (PDF). Nutrition Labels (Link). LINK to FDA Site. (Link)
SAE. Mid-Term Check In
Week Ten 4/4 to 4/8
I can...demonstrate the farm to fork method for 10+ global commodities, process and preserve food, ID nutritional requirements on packaging, ID risks of fear marketing, ID risks and marketing of energy drinks.
Energy Drinks: Energy Drink Research (Doc).Follow Up Lab Q (GDoc).
Preservation: Jerky Lab (Doc).
4 C's of Food Safety: Fact Sheets (Link). Farm-Factory-Fork Video (Link).
Food Borne Illness: Facts (Link) Parody Video (Link). Food Borne Illness & Microorganism Reading. (PDF)
Food Science Notes: Textbook Scavenger Hunt (Doc). Book Chapter (GDoc).
SAE. Post-it Notes Check In
Week Eleven:4/11 to 4/15
I can...ID how and why we choose a pet, compare and contrast pet trends, compare and contrast farming methods via livestock species, explain career options in animal science, evaluate animal rights and animal welfare
Animal Careers Reading (Link). Facebook Profile Template (GSlide). Facebook Profile Rubric (GDoc). Facebook Career Example Profile (Doc).
Animal Rights/Welfare: Introduction to Animal Rights & Welfare (GSlides). Animal Rights/Welfare Factsheet (PDF). Humane Watch (Link). PETA (Link). Essay Rubric (GDoc).
Farm Virtual Tours. Rubric (GDoc). Dairy (Link). Beef (Link). Sheep (Link). Chicken (Link). Horse (Link). Goat (Link). Hog (Link).
SAE. Instructor Conferences
Week Twelve 4/18 to 4/22
I can...ID how and why we choose a pet, compare and contrast pet trends, compare and contrast farming methods via livestock species, explain career options in animal science, evaluate animal rights and animal welfare
Pet Selector. Importance of Small Animals (GSlides). Quiz. (Link) What to Consider Before Getting A Pet (Link).
Pet Experiences. In class activity
SAE. Peer Check In
Week Thirteen: 4//25 to 4/29
I can...examine the diversity in the paper industry in WI, look at trends in fur production and the impact on WI economy, identify common hunting and fishing trends in WI, showcase my knowledge to create an educational wildlife model or display fort the school nature center
Wildlife Intro: Wisconsin Wildlife Introductory Notes (GSlides). US Fish & Wildlife Service
SAE. Goal Revision
Week Fourteen: 5/2 to 5/6
I can...ID careers in horticulture, demonstrate principals of design with a Mother's Day arrangement, ID floral tools, explain the key requirements for plant growth.
Intro to Horticulture. Intro Reading (PDF). Wordle Creation (link). Careers In Horticulture Reading (PDF). Lab Day Stations (GDoc).
Principals of Design - Principals of Design Reading (PDF). Holiday Arrangement Costing Sheet (Gdoc). In Class Lab.
Floral Tools. Notes (Link).
SAE. Photo Share Out
Week Fifteen 5/9 to 5/13
I can...ID careers in horticulture, demonstrate principals of design with a Mother's Day arrangement, ID floral tools, explain the key requirements for plant growth.
Greenhouse. In class activity.
Intro to Horticulture. Intro Notes (PDF). Intro Reading (PDF). Careers In Horticulture Reading (PDF). Lab Day Stations (GDoc).
Sister Planting (Link). Answer Garden (Link).
End of Week Wrap Up (Jamboard).
SAE. Career Readiness Skills Discussion and Tie In
Week Sixteen 5/16 to 5/20
I can...explain the role of ag mechanics in agriscience, identify career potential in ag mech, identify the need for scheduling and time management in regard to my life and in regard to engine upkeep for power equipment
Ag Mech.
Safety. Safety Notes (GSlides). PPE Video (Link). Top 25 Most Dangerous Jobs in America (Link).
Careers. Presentations (GSlides).
Basics. In class activity
Project. Hypertufa Planters Video (Link). Inquiry Lab (GDoc). Concrete (GSlides).
SAE. Presentation Work Time
Week Seventeen 5/23 to 5/27
I can...Create a vision board for my goals, ID hunger's role in our community, ID how I can fight hunger
Time Management. Productivity Plan (GDoc). In Class Vision Boards.
Hunger: Hunger Ends Here Video (Link). Hunger Ends Here Video Questions (GDoc). Hunger in America (Video). Hunger Fighters Intro Video (Link). Heifer International (Link). Feed The World TED (Link). Population Clock (Link).
SAE. Presentations
Week Eighteen 5/31 to 6/3
I can...showcase my knowledge in an oral and written fashion
Wildlife. Nature Center Field Trip
SAE Presentations. Final Reflection - SAE Survey (GForms).
Final Exams. Study Guide (GDoc).
WOD: Words of the Day (GSlides).
Zoom: Virtual Learning Zoom Room (Link).
Week One 1/24 to 1/28
I can... Name all classmates by first and last name, explain the three circle model in ag ed, ID common locations for classroom supplies, explain the 8 pathways of agriculture
Class Expectations/Community. Syllabus (PDF). Welcome to Class Video - Escalator Video (Link). Classroom Scavenger Hunt (GDoc).
Who are You. Slideshow to Update (GSlides). What is Ag? Virtual Notes (GSlides).
Three Circle Model. 3 Circle Model (Link)
Ag Pathways. 8 Pathways of Agriculture Notes (GSlides). AgExplorer (Link). 8 pathways - careers (GDoc).
FFA. Take a Bite Out of FFA Worksheet (GDoc). Slideshow (GSlides). We Are FFA Video (Link). FFA Student Manual (Link)
SAE. Video Library (Link).
Week Two 1/31 to 2/4
I can...ID careers in each pathway of agriculture, reflect on my career options, showcase etiquette, tie a tie and a scarf, practice inquiry in science
Diversity of Ag Careers. Career Finder Assignment (GSlides) Tips to Emails (Link). Emails Reminder - Virtual (GSlides). CC and BCC (Link).
Etiquette: Dressing for Success (Link). Dressing for Success 2 (Link). LINK to Tie Tying (Video Link).
BAD Handshakes (Video Link).
Agriscience & Inquiry. Oreo Lab (GDoc). Practice Lab - STEM Pringles (Doc)
SAE Resource. SAE Goals (GSlides).
Week Three 2/7 to 2/11
I can...explain the history of FFA, ID opportunities for students in FFA, use record keeping skills to track my SAE,
FFA History. FFA Emblem Lesson (PDF). FFA Timeline Rubric (Link). Timeline Resources (Link).Timeline Maker Online Blog (Link). FFA Handbook (Link). FFA Manual Jamboard (Link).
Leadership Intro. Background Self Reflection (GDoc)
SAE Resource. Record Keeping (GSlides).
Week Four 2/14 to 2/17
I can...Reflect on my personal leadership traits and those of leaders in our community, conduct interviews to learn about the history of agriculture, I can ID historical tools in agriculture,
Leader Billboard. Foundation For A Better Life (Link). Assignment (GDoc).
History of Agriculture: Ag Oral History Interviews (GDoc). Notes (GSlides) Historical Tool Photos (GDoc) Filled In Notes Historical Tools (GSlides).
Timeline Resources. American Ag Changes (Link). Equipment Firsts (Link).
Historical Leaders. Leadership Corkboard (GSlides). Great Orators Video (Link). Current Movers and Shakers In Ag (Link). Historical Leaders in Ag Blog (Link). 100 Years of Ag - Farm Bureau (Link).
SAE. Oral Check In
Week Five 2/21 to 2/25
I can...Demonstrate nonverbal and verbal communication skills.
Public Speaking. Informal Discussion Ag Interviews. Non-Verbal Communication Video (Link). Nonverbal Communication Reading (PDF). Poor Speaking Example Video (Link). Overcoming Fear TED Talk (Link).
Prepared Speaking. Ag Innovation Speech (GDoc). LINK To FFA Creed (PDF). Creed Video (Link).
Extemperanous Speaking. Topics (Link).
OPTIONAL Top Speaking Tips Article (Link). TED Talks (Link). FFA State Office Blog (Link)
SAE. Peer SAE Speed Dating Update
Week Six 2/28 to 3/4
I can...explain Robert's Rules of Order, demonstrate Parli Pro
Group Speaking - Parli Pro. KWL (GDoc). Intro Notes (GSlides). Motions (GSlides). Discussion (GSlides). Motions Cheat Sheet (GDoc). Motions Cheat Sheet Key (GDoc).
OPTIONAL. Parli Small Group Activity Worksheet (Link). Parli Salient Point Sheet (Link). Inquiry Parli Task (Link).
SAE. Whiteboard Check In
Week Seven 3/7 to 3/11
I can...ID common crops in ag history and future, define and explain GMO's , ID workplace hazards in ag and that effect on the labor market
Agronomy - Field Crops. Harvest Crop ID - Agronomy (GSlides). Filled Out Harvest Crop ID (GSlides). Maize Article (Link). Modern Marvels Full Video (Link). Modern Marvels Harvest Video Guide (GDoc). Immigrant Harvester Career Video (Link).
GMO: GMO Answers (Link).Digital Breakout Box (Link). Fear Marketing Examples (Blog Link). Organic Resource Guide (Link).
Ag Safety:Workplace Injury Infographic (Link). NFU Farm Safety Videos (Link).
SAE. Oral Check In
Organic. USDA 101
Week Eight 3/14 to 3/18
I can...summarize new technology in agriculture, explain the role of biofuels, demonstrate the scientific method in agriscience
Future of Ag: 15 Tech Innovations Video (Link). Innovation Jamboard (Link). Biofuels Reading (PDF).
Climate Change. Worksheet (GDoc). Website (Link).
SAE. Revision of Goals
Week Nine 3/21 to 3/25
I can...demonstrate the farm to fork method for 10+ global commodities, process and preserve food, ID nutritional requirements on packaging, ID risks of fear marketing, ID risks and marketing of energy drinks.
Energy Drinks: Template to Take Notes On (GSlides). Example Article 1 (Link). Energy Drink Deaths Article (Link).
Ingredient Notes to Edit (GSlides) Mouse Experiment Video. (Link).
Nutrition: MyPlate (Link). Nutrition Labels Reading (PDF). Nutrition Labels (Link). LINK to FDA Site. (Link)
SAE. Mid-Term Check In
Week Ten 4/4 to 4/8
I can...demonstrate the farm to fork method for 10+ global commodities, process and preserve food, ID nutritional requirements on packaging, ID risks of fear marketing, ID risks and marketing of energy drinks.
Energy Drinks: Energy Drink Research (Doc).Follow Up Lab Q (GDoc).
Preservation: Jerky Lab (Doc).
4 C's of Food Safety: Fact Sheets (Link). Farm-Factory-Fork Video (Link).
Food Borne Illness: Facts (Link) Parody Video (Link). Food Borne Illness & Microorganism Reading. (PDF)
Food Science Notes: Textbook Scavenger Hunt (Doc). Book Chapter (GDoc).
SAE. Post-it Notes Check In
Week Eleven:4/11 to 4/15
I can...ID how and why we choose a pet, compare and contrast pet trends, compare and contrast farming methods via livestock species, explain career options in animal science, evaluate animal rights and animal welfare
Animal Careers Reading (Link). Facebook Profile Template (GSlide). Facebook Profile Rubric (GDoc). Facebook Career Example Profile (Doc).
Animal Rights/Welfare: Introduction to Animal Rights & Welfare (GSlides). Animal Rights/Welfare Factsheet (PDF). Humane Watch (Link). PETA (Link). Essay Rubric (GDoc).
Farm Virtual Tours. Rubric (GDoc). Dairy (Link). Beef (Link). Sheep (Link). Chicken (Link). Horse (Link). Goat (Link). Hog (Link).
SAE. Instructor Conferences
Week Twelve 4/18 to 4/22
I can...ID how and why we choose a pet, compare and contrast pet trends, compare and contrast farming methods via livestock species, explain career options in animal science, evaluate animal rights and animal welfare
Pet Selector. Importance of Small Animals (GSlides). Quiz. (Link) What to Consider Before Getting A Pet (Link).
Pet Experiences. In class activity
SAE. Peer Check In
Week Thirteen: 4//25 to 4/29
I can...examine the diversity in the paper industry in WI, look at trends in fur production and the impact on WI economy, identify common hunting and fishing trends in WI, showcase my knowledge to create an educational wildlife model or display fort the school nature center
Wildlife Intro: Wisconsin Wildlife Introductory Notes (GSlides). US Fish & Wildlife Service
SAE. Goal Revision
Week Fourteen: 5/2 to 5/6
I can...ID careers in horticulture, demonstrate principals of design with a Mother's Day arrangement, ID floral tools, explain the key requirements for plant growth.
Intro to Horticulture. Intro Reading (PDF). Wordle Creation (link). Careers In Horticulture Reading (PDF). Lab Day Stations (GDoc).
Principals of Design - Principals of Design Reading (PDF). Holiday Arrangement Costing Sheet (Gdoc). In Class Lab.
Floral Tools. Notes (Link).
SAE. Photo Share Out
Week Fifteen 5/9 to 5/13
I can...ID careers in horticulture, demonstrate principals of design with a Mother's Day arrangement, ID floral tools, explain the key requirements for plant growth.
Greenhouse. In class activity.
Intro to Horticulture. Intro Notes (PDF). Intro Reading (PDF). Careers In Horticulture Reading (PDF). Lab Day Stations (GDoc).
Sister Planting (Link). Answer Garden (Link).
End of Week Wrap Up (Jamboard).
SAE. Career Readiness Skills Discussion and Tie In
Week Sixteen 5/16 to 5/20
I can...explain the role of ag mechanics in agriscience, identify career potential in ag mech, identify the need for scheduling and time management in regard to my life and in regard to engine upkeep for power equipment
Ag Mech.
Safety. Safety Notes (GSlides). PPE Video (Link). Top 25 Most Dangerous Jobs in America (Link).
Careers. Presentations (GSlides).
Basics. In class activity
Project. Hypertufa Planters Video (Link). Inquiry Lab (GDoc). Concrete (GSlides).
SAE. Presentation Work Time
Week Seventeen 5/23 to 5/27
I can...Create a vision board for my goals, ID hunger's role in our community, ID how I can fight hunger
Time Management. Productivity Plan (GDoc). In Class Vision Boards.
Hunger: Hunger Ends Here Video (Link). Hunger Ends Here Video Questions (GDoc). Hunger in America (Video). Hunger Fighters Intro Video (Link). Heifer International (Link). Feed The World TED (Link). Population Clock (Link).
SAE. Presentations
Week Eighteen 5/31 to 6/3
I can...showcase my knowledge in an oral and written fashion
Wildlife. Nature Center Field Trip
SAE Presentations. Final Reflection - SAE Survey (GForms).
Final Exams. Study Guide (GDoc).
Older Resources -
Agri-science Research Project: Project Template (GDocs). Brainstorming Worksheet (PDF). How to Choose a Topic (GDoc). Gallery Walk (GDoc).
Agriscience Fair Research SAE Examples Video (Link). Peer Critique (GDoc).
Ending Hunger & Educating Others:
Wildlife Portfolio (Doc).
Forestry. Tree ID - Resources (DNR Link). Worksheet (Doc.) Tree ID (PPT). Tree ID Packet (Doc). Tree Cookie Guide (Link). Tree Cookie Worksheet (Doc). Interactive Dichotomous Key Rubric (Doc).
Aquaculture. 1. Aquaculture Reading (Doc). 2 AquaPONICS Reading (Doc). 3.HYDROponics Reading (Doc.) Project Options (Doc).
Habitats. Habitats NatGeo (Link).
Career Project Rubric. (Doc). Loan Calculator (Link). USDA Careers (Link). Sample Resume (Link).
Interest Survey (Form) Practice Lab - STEM Pringles (Doc)
OPTIONAL. Floral Pumpkin (GDoc)
FFA Mission Lesson (PDF).
Agri-science Research Project: Project Template (GDocs). Brainstorming Worksheet (PDF). How to Choose a Topic (GDoc). Gallery Walk (GDoc).
Agriscience Fair Research SAE Examples Video (Link). Peer Critique (GDoc).
Ending Hunger & Educating Others:
Wildlife Portfolio (Doc).
Forestry. Tree ID - Resources (DNR Link). Worksheet (Doc.) Tree ID (PPT). Tree ID Packet (Doc). Tree Cookie Guide (Link). Tree Cookie Worksheet (Doc). Interactive Dichotomous Key Rubric (Doc).
Aquaculture. 1. Aquaculture Reading (Doc). 2 AquaPONICS Reading (Doc). 3.HYDROponics Reading (Doc.) Project Options (Doc).
Habitats. Habitats NatGeo (Link).
Career Project Rubric. (Doc). Loan Calculator (Link). USDA Careers (Link). Sample Resume (Link).
Interest Survey (Form) Practice Lab - STEM Pringles (Doc)
OPTIONAL. Floral Pumpkin (GDoc)
FFA Mission Lesson (PDF).
