2012 - 2013 Agriscience Syllabus
Mrs. Humphrey
Room 507
All classes will complete the following:
General Safety Rules and Procedures, Emergency Procedures, Classroom Procedures and Expectations, and Grading Policies. Safety contracts assignments must be signed by a parent or guardian and returned for a grade.
Grading Procedures are as follows:
There are three categories of grades in my grade book. Each category is weighted differently.
Daily Assignments & Written Work (worksheets, textbook chapters, etc.)
Score weight = % score X 2 (Total 200 points each)
Tests & Quizzes Score weight = % score X 3 (Total 300 points each)
Outdoor, hands-on activities, and project score weight = X 5 (Total 500 points each)
Some assignments may be skipped or changed due to time constraints, schedule is subject to change. Work is expected to be completed during class time. Books will not be sent home with students. Only students absent for extended periods due to medical reason, etc. will be allowed to check out textbooks. All Z grades are missing work and expected to be made up. X indicates the student is excused from that assignment. A minimum grade of 70% is the target goal. Grades lower that 70% are eligible for re-do. Corrections made on redo are eligible for 1/2 credit on improved score. Any missing assignment referred to school administrator
for completion will receive a maximum grade of 70%.
6th grade will study the following units and complete the work listed:
Unit One: Introduction to Agriculture, Ag History, Safety in the Ag Lab/Shop/Land Lab, US & Florida Crops
Identify the importance of agriculture--The student will be able to:
Define agriculture and explain its diversity and scope.
Describe the importance of agriculture on a world, national, state and community scale. Describe the importance of agriculture in each individual's life.
Collect and discuss information on current agricultural events.
Trace the evolution of agriculture.
Identify conditions necessary for agricultural production.
Identify the major agricultural production areas of the United States and of Florida.
Describe the diversity of career opportunities in agriscience and technology.
Describe the relationship between environmental resources and agriculture.
Describe technology used in agricultural production.
Describe technology used in processing and marketing agricultural products.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in agriscience research--The student will be able to:
Define agriscience.
Describe products of agriscience.
Define the scope of research in agriscience.
Discuss the impact of research on agriculture and on consumers of agricultural products.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in agriscience laboratories--The student will be able to:
Demonstrates proper laboratory safety techniques.
Define the scope of agricultural mechanization and engineering.
Discuss the impact of agricultural mechanization and engineering on society.
Identify tools, machines, and equipment used in agriculture.
Integrate the use of science, mathematics, reading, geography, history, writing, and communication in agriscience and technology--The student will be able to:
Apply basic mathematics operations to solve agricultural problems.
Correctly use measuring devices and utilize measurements to solve agricultural problems.
Apply the scientific method to solve an agricultural problem.
Prepare written and/or oral materials using correct English grammar.
Identify the main idea in oral presentations and/or written materials.
Locates, organizes, and interprets information from a variety of agricultural sources.
Describe the historical evolution of agriculture.
Workplace Skills
Demonstrate personal qualities (e.g. dependability, punctuality, responsibility, integrity, getting along with others) that are needed to be successful in the workplace.
Demonstrate skills to interact positively with others.
Demonstrate employability skills such as working on a team, problem-solving and organizational skills.
I. Week 1 Agricultural Safety, Safe Practices in the Ag Shop, with Tools, Equipment & Materials.
Methods & Presentation: Teacher & Students read aloud and discuss: Safety Contract, Classroom Procedures & Rules, Course Syllabus. Teacher demonstrates proper safety procedures. Students practice safe procedures, complete safety quiz.
Assignments:
1. Returned Signed Safety Contract
2. Safety Quiz (teacher made)
3. View, take notes and Discuss Safety Videos - Farm Safety, Tractors, Dogs, ATVs, Fire
II. Weeks 2 - 5 The Scope of Agriculture, US & Florida Crops, Introduction to FFA
Methods & Presentation: Teacher & Students read aloud and discuss chapters in textbooks, Life from the Land Newspaper/Magazine. Students re-read chapters in textbooks and answer questions, then check answers on key. Teacher presents information related to US & world history of agriculture. Students create an Ag Products map by using a US map blank form and information from USDA-NASS and Florida Dept of Agriculture. Teacher presents information regarding LPMS FFA, Florida FFA Association and the National FFA Organization. Students work in school greenhouse/garden and practice FFA Opening Ceremonies.
Assignments:
1. Chapter 1 Exploring Agriscience - Define Key Terms, True/False & Multi choice p 14-16
2. Chapter 2 Exploring Agriscience - Define Key Terms, T/F, MC p 34 - 36
3. Create Agricultural Products maps of Florida & the US
6. Students read about FFA and practice Opening Ceremonies
7. View, take notes, and discuss farming videos - Farming for Kids, Fresh From the Family Farm
Unit Two: Soil and Plants
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in environmental resources--The student will be able to:
Define and identify renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.
Describe agricultural management practices that conserve natural resources.
Apply knowledge and skills in plant sciences--The student will be able to:
Produce an agricultural crop.
Describe the major components of soil.
Explain methods of soil conservation.
III. Weeks 6 - 9 Soil - The foundation of the food chain
Methods & Presentation: Teacher & Students read and discuss chapters in textbooks. Students re-read chapters in textbooks and answer questions, then check answers on key. Teacher presents information related to soil science, student create a notebook/portfolio of soil science information. Students view videos on soil science and soil conservation and complete worksheets. Students create a model of a soil profile. Students work in land lab to turn mulch bins identify components in garden soil. Students sow seeds, transplant and perform other related duties in greenhouse.
Assignments:
1. Complete Soil Pretest
2. Exploring Agriscience Chapter 3 Read, Define Key Terms, T/F, MC
3. Copy teacher's notes from overhead to create your own study guide portfolio
4. Draw examples showing components of soil and soil texture
5. Soils video & worksheets
6. Create a model of a soil profile and identify the components and horizons.
7. Complete Soils Post test
7th grade will study the following units and complete the work listed:
Unit 1 The History and Processes of Agriculture with emphasis on safety, materials, tools, machines and equipment.
I. Weeks 1 - 4 --Agricultural Safety, Safe Practices in the Ag Shop, with Tools, Equipment & Materials.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in agriscience laboratories--The student will be able to:
Demonstrates proper laboratory safety techniques.
Complete a project demonstrating the safe use of agricultural tools, machinery, or equipment
Define the scope of agricultural mechanization and engineering.
Discuss the impact of agricultural mechanization and engineering on society.
Identify tools, machines, and equipment used in agriculture.
Integrate the use of science, mathematics, reading, geography, history, writing, and communication in agriscience and technology--The student will be able to:
Apply basic mathematics operations to solve agricultural problems.
Correctly use measuring devices and utilize measurements to solve agricultural problems.
Apply the scientific method to solve an agricultural problem.
Prepare written and/or oral materials using correct English grammar.
Identify the main idea in oral presentations and/or written materials.
Locates, organizes, and interprets information from a variety of agricultural sources.
Describe the historical evolution of agriculture.
Workplace Skills
Demonstrate personal qualities (e.g. dependability, punctuality, responsibility, integrity, getting along with others) that are needed to be successful in the workplace.
Demonstrate skills to interact positively with others.
Demonstrate employability skills such as working on a team, problem-solving and organizational skills.
Methods & Presentation: Teacher & Students read aloud and discuss Safety Contract, Classroom Procedures & Rules, Course Syllabus. Teacher demonstrates proper safety procedures. Students practice safe procedures. Students read chapters in textbooks and answer questions, then check answers on key.
Assignments:
1. Returned Signed Safety Contract
2. Safety Quiz (teacher made)
3. Read Chapter 16-Safety (Agriscience Discovery) p 216 -228
Define Terms p 216, Answer Questions & Evaluating p 227 & 228
4. Read Chapter 7-Mechanical Technology (Ag Disc) p 84 – 101
Define Terms p 84, Answer Questions & Evaluating p 100-101
5. Build a birdhouse or tool box (optional $7 required to keep item)
6. Work in Greenhouse or Land Lab & complete EXIT Ticket for each day worked
VI. Unit two: FFA and Leadership
Weeks 6 FFA History & Opportunities
Methods & Presentation: Teacher explains the nature of FFA and how our chapter functions within the state and national organization. PowerPoint presentation and Videos/DVD from Florida FFA Association and National FFA Organization are shown. Students read about FFA in Handbook & Manual. Students research National FFA Organization and Florida FFA Association on the respective websites.
Assignments:
1. FFA Student Handbook Reading & worksheets
2. Chapter 28 Ag Disc: Terms, Questions, Evaluating
3. Class Participation in Opening Ceremonies & Parliamentary
Procedure Practice
Unit Three: The Environment, Natural Resources, Conservation & Farming Practices:
II. Week 7 -- Soil Science & Conservation
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in environmental resources--The student will be able to:
Define and identify renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.
Describe agricultural management practices that conserve natural resources.
Describe effects of pollution on the environment.
Recycle or conserve a natural resource.
Methods & Presentation: Teacher and students read aloud and discuss key facts. Teacher presents PowerPoint and overhead notes to review subject matter. Students read texts and answer & check questions. Students perform tasks related to soil conservation in land lab activities.
Assignments:
1. Chapter 3-Soil (Exploring Agriscience) p 37 -55 Read Chapter, Do
True/False and Multiple Choice questions, Define Key Terms.
2. Chapter 20-Soil Conservation (Ag Discovery) p272 – 285: Define Terms,
Reviewing Questions & Evaluating 284-285
3. Watch Soil Conservation Video and take notes or complete worksheet.
4. Work in Greenhouse or Land Lab to mix potting soil or turn mulch bins & complete EXIT Ticket for each day worked
III. Weeks 8 - 9 Forestry & Forest Management, Wildfires, Fire as a tool
Define and identify renewable and nonrenewable natural resources.
Describe agricultural management practices that conserve natural resources.
Distinguish between horticultural, forestry, and agronomic crops.
Identify horticultural, forestry, and agronomic plants.
Identify the major forest regions of the United States and Florida.
Describe the importance of forests and forest products.
Describe how trees grow and reproduce.
Use tools and techniques common to the forest industry.
Methods & Presentation: Teacher and students read aloud and discuss key facts. Teacher presents PowerPoint and overhead notes to review subject matter. Students read texts and answer & check questions. Students perform hands-on tasks in land lab activities.
Assignments:
1. Chapter 11(EA) Key Terms, True/False & Multi-choice
2. Chapter 15 (AD) Define Terms, Questions, Evaluating
3. Note-taking from PowerPoints & Videos on Forestry
4. Wildfire lessons & worksheets-Florida Wildfire Prevention, Dept of Forestry— 1. What is a Fire?—Good Fires/Bad Fires 2. Forestry Station—Fire Tower
5. Timbercruising activities outside. Worksheets completed.
Weeks 10 - 12 Landscape & Nursery
Develop a landscape design.
Develop a care and maintenance program for horticultural, forestry, and/or agronomic crops.
Identify pests, pathogens, parasites, and predators of horticultural, forestry, and/or agronomic crops.
Workplace Skills
- Demonstrate personal qualities (e.g. dependability, punctuality, responsibility, integrity, getting along with others) that are needed to be successful in the workplace.
- Demonstrate skills to interact positively with others.
- Demonstrate employability skills such as working on a team, problem-solving and organizational skills.
Methods & Presentation: 1. Teacher lecture along with PowerPoints, Overheads, and Videos. Group Classroom activities include research in classroom library & on internet. Students read and complete textbook assignments then check answers. Students design a computer based landscape at BHG.com. Students perform landscape installation and maintenance procedures in land lab.
Assignments:
1. Exploring Agriscience Chapters 7 & 8 Read, Define Key Terms, T/F
2. Ag Disc Chapter 14 Define Terms, answer questions & evaluating
3. Read Land In the Sunshine Chapter 9, write short summary
4. Landscape Design Group Project
5. Work in Greenhouse or Land Lab & complete EXIT Ticket for each day worked
Unit Four: Career Exploration and Development
V. Weeks 12 - 14 Career Exploration, Careers in Agriculture
Demonstrate leadership and communication skills--The student will be able to
Describe the aims and purposes of the FFA organization.
Identify opportunities available to FFA members.
Identify characteristics of a good leader.
Identify the importance of effective communication skills.
The following goals are a portion of those standards required by Section 1003.4156 of the Florida Statutes.
Understanding the Workplace
Describe how work relates to the needs and functions of the economy, society, and personal fulfillment.
Describe the influences that societal, economic, and technological changes have on employment trends and future training.
Describe the need for career planning, changing careers, and the concept of lifelong learning and how they relate to personal fulfillment.
Self- Awareness
Use results of an interest assessment to describe their top interest areas and relate to careers/career clusters.
Identify five values that they consider important in making a career choice.
Identify skills needed for career choices and match to personal abilities.
Demonstrate the ability to apply skills of self-advocacy and self-determination throughout the career planning process.
Identify strengths and areas in which assistance is needed at school.
Apply results of all assessments to personal abilities in order to make realistic career choices.
Exploring Careers
Demonstrate the ability to locate, understand, and use career information.
Use the Internet to access career and education planning information.
Identify skills that are transferable from one occupation to another.
Demonstrate use of career resources to identify occupational clusters, career opportunities within each cluster, employment outlook, and education/ training requirements.
Explain the relationship between educational achievement and career success.
Goal Setting and Decision-Making
Identify and demonstrate use of steps to make career decisions.
Identify and demonstrate processes for making short and long term goals.
Workplace Skills
Demonstrate personal qualities (e.g. dependability, punctuality, responsibility, integrity, getting along with others) that are needed to be successful in the workplace.
Career and Education Planning
Identify secondary and postsecondary school courses that meet tentative career plans.
Identify inappropriate discriminatory behaviors that may limit opportunities in the workplace.
Describe how extracurricular programs can be incorporated in career and education planning.
Describe high school credits and explain how GPAs are calculated.
Methods and Presentations: Research and activities on Facts.org website, Career Cruiser booklet, textbooks and FFA Student Handbook- reading and exploration by students. Videos and career information presented from classroom resource library. Class discussions, and one-on-one discussions between teacher and students.
Assignments:
1. Careers in Ag Science- Read textbook & complete written assignment
a. Exploring Agriscience Chapter 20-Key terms, T/F & MC
b. Agriscience Discovery Chapter 25–Terms, Questions, Evaluating
2. Careers in Agriculture-FFA Student Handbook read p 54 – 57, complete worksheets.
3. Career Videos, worksheets & notes (presented throughout the semester)
4. Career Cruiser booklet- Students complete all exercises in booklet.
5. FACTS.ORG: Students will create a Career Portfolio and complete the interest Quiz, Career Exploration, save 5 careers to their Portfolio and complete 5 Journal Entries.
Unit 6: Animal Production, Ethics and Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in animal sciences--The student will be able to:
Distinguish between food, service, and companion animals.
Identify breeds of food, service, and companion animals.
Identify supplies and services industries related to animal science.
Demonstrate the proper care of an animal.
VII. Week 15 -16 Swine, Dairy, & Beef Production
Methods & Presentation: 1. Teacher lecture along with PowerPoints, Overheads, and Videos. Classroom activities from FAITC lessons. Students read and complete textbook assignments. Hands on and observation activities with chapter pigs and other animals.
Assignments:
1. Class notes from overhead and powerpoints
2. Read Chapter 6 Ag. Disc. Define terms, Answer questions, Evaluating.
3. Read Chapter 13 EA; Define Key Terms, T/F, MC
4. Set up, observation, and/or care of incubator, eggs, brooder, chickens, and/or chicken cages, building or cleaning pig pens, feeding pigs, sugar glider, or other animals, and completion of EXIT ticket showing such activity.
VIII. Weeks 17 The Horse & Horse Industry
Methods & Presentation: 1. Teacher lecture along with PowerPoints, Overheads, and Videos. Classroom activities from Learning Lab lesson kits, Students read and complete textbook assignments, then check answers.
Assignments:
1. Breeds of Horses Videos & worksheets #1 & #2
2. The Noble Horse Video notes
3. UK Horse Breeds quiz on line
4. Class Notes on Horses & Horse Industry
5. Chapter 7 Land in the Sunshine – Read and complete worksheet.
6. Horse Learning Lab Kit
IX. Week 18 Completion & Evaluation
1. Land Lab & Shop Clean up &/or shut down
2. Complete any make up or incomplete work
3. Final Test & Evaluation (Teacher-made test)
Class assignments and activities throughout the semester will include the following:
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in agriscience research--The student will be able to:
Define agriscience.
Describe products of agriscience.
Define the scope of research in agriscience.
Discuss the impact of research on agriculture and on consumers of agricultural products.
Identify the process by which agricultural research is conducted including the scientific method.
Apply the scientific method to solve an agricultural problem.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in food science--The student will be able to:
Describe the proper handling and storage of food products.
List and explain methods of food preservation.
Develop a production and marketing plan for a food product.
Read and interpret a food label.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in agriscience laboratories--The student will be able to:
Demonstrates proper laboratory safety techniques.
Complete a project demonstrating the safe use of agricultural tools, machinery, or equipment.
Define the scope of agricultural mechanization and engineering.
Discuss the impact of agricultural mechanization and engineering on society.
Identify tools, machines, and equipment used in agriculture.
Demonstrate product knowledge and skills in agricultural processing and marketing --The student will be able to:
Define agricultural product, processing, and marketing.
Describe the processing and marketing of an agricultural product from farm to consumer.
Prepare, process, and/or market an agricultural product.
Workplace Skills
Demonstrate personal qualities (e.g. dependability, punctuality, responsibility, integrity,
getting along with others) that are needed to be successful in the workplace.
Demonstrate skills to interact positively with others.
Demonstrate employability skills such as working on a team, problem-solving and organizational skills.
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