Course Description: Students participating in the Introduction to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources course experience hands-on activities, projects, and problems. Student experiences involve the study of communication, the science of agriculture, plants, animals, natural resources, and agricultural mechanics. While surveying the opportunities available in agriculture and natural resources, students learn to solve problems, conduct research, analyze data, work in teams, and take responsibility for their work, actions, and learning. For example, students work in groups to determine the efficiency and environmental impacts of fuel sources in a practical learning exercise. (CASE) Resources: Curriculum for Agriculture Educators (CASE) iCEV Grade(s): Freshmen & Sophomores Prerequisite: None Required Platforms and websites:
Students will be expected to check their email once a day.
Students will be expected to check assignments for feedback within 24 hours of submitting.
Students are expected to complete every unit of the course
Students are expected to plan and carry out a Supervised Agricultural Experience Program.
Students will be asked to join the Lawrence Free State FFA.
Students will be expected to meet all deadlines.
Mrs. Gilmore’s Individual Expectations: - Keep an open mind and positive attitude at all times! - You must be READY, RESPONSIBLE, & RESPECTFUL! - Must have a desire to be successful and have fun learning! - Ask three before me! Grades: Grades will be determined by total pointsearned. However, the following is a breakdown of theamount of work given in each area: 10% Work/Participation 40% Project/Lab Completion 30% Exams and Quizzes 20% SAE Record Book (see end of syllabus for more information)
Course Outline: (can contain but not limited to) Unit 1 Animal in Society Unit 2 SAE and Exploring Careers Unit 3 Animal Science Unit 4 Plant Systems Unit 5 Horticulture Unit 6 Food Products and Processing Unit 7 Farm to Plate Unit 8 Food Safety and Industry Unit 9 Sustainability