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Full-Text Articles in Education
Connecting Diverse Communities Through A 4-H Urban-Rural Experience, Laurie Murrah-Hanson, Brittani Lee, Pamela Bloch
Connecting Diverse Communities Through A 4-H Urban-Rural Experience, Laurie Murrah-Hanson, Brittani Lee, Pamela Bloch
The Journal of Extension
Misconceptions regarding agricultural careers are exacerbated by increasing urbanization and are one of many differences in perspective between urban and rural communities. The One Georgia 4-H Urban-Rural Experience addresses this divide through a statewide youth exchange focusing on the agricultural sector. The program includes a multifaceted look at agricultural careers through visits to urban and rural communities. Focus group evaluations revealed the impact on youth through exposure to new careers, increased understanding of the diversity of agriculture, awareness of the interconnected nature of urban and rural communities, and a sense of belonging to a diverse group of youth.
Indicadores De Sustentabilidad Vba Mesmis, Geovanny Andres Martinez Jimenez
Indicadores De Sustentabilidad Vba Mesmis, Geovanny Andres Martinez Jimenez
Ciencias Administrativas, Económicas y Contables
El presente libro se ha diseñado con el propósito de que el lector tenga una experiencia satisfactoria al momento de emplear los indicadores VBA MESMIS. Por tanto, el documento se estructura de manera minuciosa en dos apartados; el primero que trata acerca de los criterios de diagnóstico, en el que se plantea un ejemplo con información de tres unidades productivas, con el fin de i) desarrollar los indicadores correspondientes a los criterios; ii) conocer el nivel de desempeño de los indicadores; iii) realizar un análisis general y proponer recomendaciones para el fortalecimiento de la sustentabilidad de las unidades productivas; en …
United We Stand? Investigating The Impact Of Unified Dues Agreements Between State And National Career & Technical Education (Cte) Professional Organizations On Cte Funding In The Southern States, Justin Ryan Hall
Theses and Dissertations
Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers have long been active in lobbying the federal and state governments in support of CTE through their professional organizations, but these are not traditionally considered interest groups. This study sought to determine if the formal relationships—dues agreements—between the two largest national professional organizations, and their state affiliates had an impact on state funding for CTE. The impacts of professional organization unity, membership rates, and lobbying expenses on state-level CTE funding were analyzed through the lens of interest group theory, a subfield of political science. Within this population (N = 13), 1) a link …
Evaluating The Utah Agriculture In The Classroom Preservice Teacher Seminar, Amelia J. Miller, Zak A. Konakis, Emily Yoshikawa-Ruesch, Debra M. Spielmaker, Denise Stewardson
Evaluating The Utah Agriculture In The Classroom Preservice Teacher Seminar, Amelia J. Miller, Zak A. Konakis, Emily Yoshikawa-Ruesch, Debra M. Spielmaker, Denise Stewardson
Outcomes and Impact Quarterly
Utah Agriculture in the Classroom hosts preservice teacher seminars in partnership with five universities across the state. From 2017-2021, approximately 600 college students participated in these seminars. The preservice seminars provided agriculture-themed lessons aligned to state educational standards for future teachers to use as they build resources for their classrooms.
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 11, December 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 11, December 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
This edition includes:
Teachers' corner, K-12 resources
Links to partners' newsletters
Top 5 success stories
FEWSS 2022 highlighted impact
Looking toward 2023
CASNR focus areas
Send your students to campus!
Scholarship opportunities
Nebline, Nov./Dec. 2022
NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County
Holiday Wellness Tips by Alyssa Havlovic
Holiday Food Safety Quiz by Alyssa Havlovic
Recipe of the Month: Acorn Squash Cranberry Kale Salad by Alyssa Havlovic
Winter Protection for Potted Trees and Shrubs by Sarah Browning
Garden Guide: Things to Do This Month
What's the Deal With Smelly Well Water? by Becky Schuerman
Cover Crop Grazing Conference, Nov. 1
Pantry Pests by Kait Chapman
Bedtime Blues for Young Children by Hayley Jackson
Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award: Beatrice 77 Livestock and Lon and Carol Bohling
State 4-H Archery Outdoor Results
20 Years of Heart of 4-H Award!
4-H Announcements for Enrolled …
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 10, November 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 10, November 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
Included in this edition:
Curriculum and classroom resources for all levels
K-12 Partners website is live
Eye on curriculum and resources
Teacher opportunities
Link to list of new partnerships
Ask an expert
Eye on CASNR research: Yu Feng Ge
Student experiences
Send your students to campus: Husker weekday visit
Success stories: Art, science, and ag combine in a mural and Lincoln Northeast High …
Nebline, October 2022
NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County
4-H Youth Thrive at Super Fair With Community Support
Apples by Nebraska Extension Staff and Interns
Recipes of the Month: Crunchy Apple Roll and Easy Apple Salad by Kayla Colgrove
Fall Watering Aids Tree & Shrub Health by Sarah Browning
Garden Guide: Things to Do This Month
Maintaining Your Septic System by Becky Schuerman
A Wasp in Disguise: The Velvet Ant by Kait Chapman
4-H’ers Test Family and Consumer Science Skills at Life Challenge
4-H’ers Test Their Knowledge of Animals and Decision-Making Skills at PASE
4-H Announcements for 4-H'ers and Volunteers
Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award: Capital City Horse and …
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 9, October 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 9, October 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
Included in this edition:
K-12 Partners website is live
Curriculum and classroom resources for all levels
Eye on curriculum and resources
Idena Nebraska Ag Expo career exploration event
Teacher opportunities
Link to list of new partnerships
Ask an expert
Students experiences: Student internship opportunities with USDA NRCS and Scholarships available
Eye on CASR research: Commodity marketing for high school students
Send your students …
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 8, September 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 8, September 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
Included in this edition:
Curriculum and classroom resources for all levels
Eye on curriculum and resources
K-12 Partners website is live
Ineda Nebraska Ag Expo career exploration event
Teacher opportunities
Link to list of new partnerships
Ask an expert
Eye on CASNR research: Eric Knoll
Student experiences
Sens your students to campus: Husker weekday visit
Success stories: University TAPS Program coming soon
Exploring The Impacts Of Lead Farmer Selection On Community Social Learning: The Case Of Farmer-To-Farmer Model: A Review Of Literature, Willis Ochieng, Colby J. Silvert, John Diaz
Exploring The Impacts Of Lead Farmer Selection On Community Social Learning: The Case Of Farmer-To-Farmer Model: A Review Of Literature, Willis Ochieng, Colby J. Silvert, John Diaz
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Agricultural extension has shifted towards community-centric, farmer-centered, and participatory approaches that enhance rural change through a social learning lens, resulting in the emergence of the farmer-to-farmer extension model. The purpose of the study was to understand lead farmer selection criteria within the farmer-to-farmer model and their impacts on community social learning. We applied Torraco’s (2005) integrative literature review method to guide our discussion around lead farmer selection processes, types of lead farmers selected and their impacts on social learning. The study indicated farmer-to-farmer extension model has the potential of re-invigorating the provision of agriculture extension services owing to its low …
Assessing Virtual Free-Choice Agricultural Learning: A Mixed Methods Approach, Richard John Kennedy
Assessing Virtual Free-Choice Agricultural Learning: A Mixed Methods Approach, Richard John Kennedy
Theses and Dissertations
Since the mid-19th century, agricultural museums and living history sites, first in Scandinavia and then in the United States and Canada, have provided historical, cultural, and, sometimes, scientific information about farming to visitors. Many of these visitors have been school children on field trips. Assessment of this learning, however, has been scant, particularly within the free-choice style inherent in these types of educational venues. At the same time, assessment of free-choice learning, often analyzed through the Contextual Model of Learning (Falk & Dierking 2000), has taken place at educational sites like zoos, natural history museums, and science centers. This study, …
The Employability Of State Ffa Degree Recipients In Alabama, Kailee D. Johnson
The Employability Of State Ffa Degree Recipients In Alabama, Kailee D. Johnson
Theses and Dissertations
Many high schools have shifted from comprehensive graduation exams to a focus on College and Career Readiness. A common method used to determine when a student is college and career ready is a Career Readiness Indicator (CRI). Many CRIs demonstrate a benchmark learning goal for students. Among academic-based CRIs are Career and Technical Education (CTE) industry credentials. Credentials are just one way that agriculture classrooms contribute to student success. This study compiled existing research on CRIs and employability skills in CTE students to determine how the State FFA Degree could potentially fit into this category as well as highlight specific …
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 7, August 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 7, August 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
Included in this issue:
How can we support you and your students in the 2022-2023 school year?
UNL CASNR Teaching and Learning K-12 Partners website is live
Eye on curriculum and resources
Curriculum and classroom resources for all levels
Biological Systems Engineering announcement
Teacher opportunities
Link to list of new partnerships
Ask an expert
Eye on CASNR research: Erin Blankenship
Student experiences
Send …
Nebline, Aug./Sep. 2022
NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County
Nutrition Security: A New National Focus by Emily Gratopp
Recipe of the Month: Starwberry Smoothie and Freezer Pop by Emily Gratopp
Harvesting & Drying Herbs by Sarah Browning
Garden Guide: Things to Do This Month
Water Play Fun by Hayley Jackson
Controlling Poison Hemlock by Melissa Bartels
Summer Brings Singing Cicadas by Kait Chapman
4-H Announcements for Enrolled 4-H'ers or 4-H Volunteers
Lancaster County Super Fair, July 28-Aug. 6, 2022
4-H Will Livestream from the Fair! YouTube
Join 4-H!
Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award: Sonja Moore and Lancaster County Engineering Department
4-H Teen Council Invites New Members
4-H Council Golf …
Exploring Generativity In Young Adults: A Grounded Theory Study, Addison Sellon
Exploring Generativity In Young Adults: A Grounded Theory Study, Addison Sellon
Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communication: Dissertations, Theses, and Student Scholarship
Generativity expresses one’s level of care and concern for the next generation (Erikson, 1950, 1963). Initially established as a middle adulthood phenomenon, generativity has long been rooted in a middle adulthood framework both conceptually and through its psychometric dimensions. However, many studies have found generativity to be present in other stages of life, particularly young adulthood. This then raised the question of whether the traditional model used for generativity’s manifestation represents young adults’ experiences. This study sought further to explore generativity’s manifestation in a way that is specific to young adults. Applying traditional grounded theory techniques, the present research reanalyzed …
Framing The Needs Of School-Based Agricultural Education Teachers To Meet Twenty-First Century Programs Demands, Kayla Marsh
Framing The Needs Of School-Based Agricultural Education Teachers To Meet Twenty-First Century Programs Demands, Kayla Marsh
All Theses
Teacher attrition is a historic problem that globally is considered to be an educational crisis. SBAE is not exempt from this crisis with teacher shortages dating back to the passing of the Smith-Hughes Act in 1917. For the past three decades, researchers have studied this phenomenon to better understand the needs of SBAE teachers in order to increase recruitment and retention as well as improve work-life balance.
While several needs are recurring current efforts are not resulting in actionable change for SBAE teachers. To gain perspectives on the problem, qualitative interviews were conducted with SBAE teachers as well as an …
Helping Utah Landowners Reduce Pesticide Use Through A Statewide Ipm Program, Nick Volesky, Mair Murray
Helping Utah Landowners Reduce Pesticide Use Through A Statewide Ipm Program, Nick Volesky, Mair Murray
Outcomes and Impact Quarterly
The Utah Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program provides outreach and education to Utahns to reduce pesticide use and ultimately protect human and environmental health. In 2022, the IPM program responded to stakeholders’ needs by partnering with county Extension offices to deliver eight (8) in-person workshops across the state. The workshops connected Extension specialists and county faculty with managers of home landscapes and farms. The objective of the workshops was to provide participants with IPM skills to identify, monitor, and manage pest problems in preparation for the upcoming growing season.
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 6, July 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 6, July 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
Included in this issue:
New editions and archived L.I.N.K.S. Newsletters coming soon
Eye on curriculum and resources
Teacher opportunities
Link to list of new partnerships
Ask an expert
Eye on CASNR research: Judy Wu-Smart
Send your students to campus
Success stories
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 5, May/June 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
The Casnr L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter: Learning Innovation Network For K-12 Schools, Edition 5, May/June 2022, Bailey Feit, Tammy Mittelstet
CASNR L.I.N.K.S. Newsletter
The purpose of this L.I.N.K.S. newsletter is to provide a monthly update of opportunities and resources for K-12 schools to connect with the University of Nebraska's CASNR Food, Energy, Water, and Societal Systems (FEWS²) programs and partners.
Included in this issue:
Scientist Spotlights initiative
Eye on curriculum and resources
Teacher opportunities
Link to list of partnerships
Ask an expert
Eye on CASNR research: Sara Roberts
Student experiences
Sned your students to campus
Success stories
Nebline, June/July 2022
NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County
Tick Tips for Tick “Season”
Contribute to Data on Nebraska Statewide Tick Distribution
Tips for Staying Hydrated by Kayla Colgrove
Recipe of the Month: Orange Slushie by Kayla Colgrove
Miniature Gardens: A fun way to get your child interested in gardening by Sarah Browning
Garden Guide: Things to Do This Month
Managing Hard Water by Becky Scheurman
So You’ve Inherited a Farm, Now What?
Listen to CropWatch Podcast
Young Kids Learning in the Kitchen by Hayley Jackson
Free Beg Bug Programs
Next Chapter at Nebraska
Babysitting Training for 5th–10th Graders, June 9
Plant Science Online Contests
4-H Council Golf Tournament …
School Farms And Stem: Using Institutional Resources To Promote Deeper Learning, Catherine Clare Knowlton
School Farms And Stem: Using Institutional Resources To Promote Deeper Learning, Catherine Clare Knowlton
Food Systems Master's Project Reports
Given the structural problems in education laid bare by the recent pandemic, we as a community of educators need to re-evaluate goals for secondary science education. Specifically, classrooms and course content must evolve to become more socially responsive, inclusive, and interdisciplinary. Agricultural education is a demonstrably effective way to boost STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) comprehension as well as SEL (social-emotional learning) skills building. In this study, I use qualitative interview methods to assess current agricultural coursework at independent schools around New England. Results show intriguing themes stemming from designing and implementing farm-based courses, although there are logistical barriers …
Teaching For Career Success: An Agricultural Industry Perspective Of Preparedness Needs For Diverse Workforce Development, Madelaine Giebler
Teaching For Career Success: An Agricultural Industry Perspective Of Preparedness Needs For Diverse Workforce Development, Madelaine Giebler
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
This research examined agricultural graduate preparedness needs through the lens of agricultural industry professionals. In the rapidly changing industry environment, continual review of agricultural curriculum needs provides relevant curriculum recommendations for academic programs. This study came at a time when agricultural curriculum was in need of review. Methodology for this study involved a qualitative mixed methods approach employing survey and interview responses. A total of 121 industry professionals, identified through the University of Arkansas Bumpers College Career Development Center, were contacted with the survey link. A total of eighteen individuals completed the surveys, and of those eighteen survey respondents, eight …
Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences Professional Development Opportunities And Their Impact On Perceptions Of Career Preparedness, Jessica L. Wesson
Bumpers College Of Agricultural, Food And Life Sciences Professional Development Opportunities And Their Impact On Perceptions Of Career Preparedness, Jessica L. Wesson
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
A student’s undergraduate education is an imperative part of developing career skills that will prepare them to transition from academia to the professional world. Experience outside of the classroom and course material taught in a formal class experience are both important. Their experiences and classes, in college, allow them to develop skills and increase their chances of being successful in the workplace (Suvedi et al., 2016).
Chickering’s Seven Vectors of Student Development were used to help explain the process of student development. A quantitative survey was sent to DBCALFS faculty, staff, and administrators, and a different quantitative survey was sent …
Teaching Programmable Microcontrollers To Novice Users In A College Of Agriculture: Effects On Attitude, Self-Efficacy, And Knowledge, Grant T. Hood
Teaching Programmable Microcontrollers To Novice Users In A College Of Agriculture: Effects On Attitude, Self-Efficacy, And Knowledge, Grant T. Hood
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
This thesis consists of two articles that examined an instructional treatment based on the use of Arduino UNO R3 programmable microcontrollers in a fundamentals of agriculture systems technology course at the University of Arkansas. The first article examined students’ breadboarding and programming self-efficacy and knowledge of Arduino. The treatment consisted of a three-class-period instructional treatment, starting with a pretest before instruction to measure students’ baseline interest, knowledge, and self-efficacy of breadboarding and programming Arduino. This was followed with a short 30-minute instructional video explaining basic Arduino programming and breadboarding. Next a hands-on laboratory activity requiring students to breadboard and program …
Nebline, May 2022
NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County
Insect and Disease Control for Organic Vegetable Gardeners by Sarah Browning
Garden Guide: Things to Do This Month
An Egg-cellent Choice!
Recipe of the Month: Sweet Potatoes and Black Bean Hash by Alyssa Havlovic
It’s Time for Private Well Maintenance by Becky Scheurman
Cash Rent Survey
Composting Demonstrations
Monarchs, Migration & Milkweed by Kait Chapman
Getting Outside to Play by Hayley Jackson
4th Graders Learn About “Farm to Fork” at Ag Festival
4-H Clubs Helped at Kiwanis Karnival
Support Local 4-H Youth During “Give to Lincoln Day”
4-H Achievement Celebration
Heart of 4-H Volunteer Award: Rick Waldron
3 Lancaster County …
Agriculture Education Teacher Perspectives On Stem In Secondary Classrooms -A Delphi Study, Nicholas Kyle Porter
Agriculture Education Teacher Perspectives On Stem In Secondary Classrooms -A Delphi Study, Nicholas Kyle Porter
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
Recent statistics tell us that the number of jobs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) related fields are growing at a rapid rate, it is projected that STEM related careers will grow 17% between 2008 and 2018 (Langdon, n.d.). Within these areas lies agriculture. Given the shift of career opportunities, such as in the areas of research and development, a change has to be made in the way students are educated within agriculture. The ultimate goal of all educators is to better prepare students for their future careers and endeavors because these students are the future of our food …
Building Global Leaders Through Field Research And Extension Experiences In Belize, Tom Gill, Adam S. Willcox
Building Global Leaders Through Field Research And Extension Experiences In Belize, Tom Gill, Adam S. Willcox
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
One of the most complex agricultural and natural resources challenges of our time is reconciling sustainable global food security and biodiversity conservation. Providing undergraduate students effective, learning experiences to develop technical and cultural competency prepares them to address this challenge and become global leaders in their disciplines. A three-year experiential research and extension project brought together 14 students and 10 faculty mentors to investigate smallholder farmers practicing conservation-compatible adjacent to the Vaca Forest Reserve in Belize. We used an agroecological approach to foster systems-level thinking and develop transdisciplinary skills of undergraduate students. Students completed applied individual research projects that explored …
Rural Students On College Enrollment: Perceptions Of Influence Surrounding College Choice, Lucas M. Simmons
Rural Students On College Enrollment: Perceptions Of Influence Surrounding College Choice, Lucas M. Simmons
Graduate Theses and Dissertations
The purpose for conducting the study was to describe the community, personal experiences, and life events of individuals from rural Arkansas communities in developing their decisions to attend college and how the community impacted their successful enrollment at the University of Arkansas. Specifically, the study set out to explore how rural communities were perceived to influence college enrollment decisions and choices in degree selection. Although situated at one case study institution, the University of Arkansas, the findings have importance for all rural students and communities, and ultimately public policy and institutional behaviors. Therefore, the purpose for conducting the study was …
Social Justice And The Us Food System: A Critical Course On The Human Dimensions Of Food, Ali Brooks
Social Justice And The Us Food System: A Critical Course On The Human Dimensions Of Food, Ali Brooks
Food Systems Master's Project Reports
Our world is made up of overlapping political, environmental, and economic spheres that engender social injustice and inequality. Though separate societal issues can seem divergent and unconnected, they are all linked together by one universal necessity: food. Because everyone eats, everyone is connected to—and dependent on—food and the systems that govern it. However, the impacts of our industrial food system are not felt equally among people who hold different positions of power within it.
Today’s industrial food complex operates on the capitalist principle of profit accumulation through exploitation, commodification, and extraction. This set of relations is not defined by scale …