2024 NAAE Convention

2024 NAAE Convention

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1:45pm CST

Discover iCEV’s New Courses & Hands-On Challenges

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by iCEV.

Discover the latest advancements and resources in agricultural education with iCEV! This engaging workshop will showcase iCEV's newest courses, industry certifications and offerings designed to empower educators and enhance student success.

Join us for an interactive experience where you'll dive into iCEV’s upcoming lab and design challenges, designed to bring real-world applications into the classroom. This hands-on component will allow you to explore how these lab challenges can be integrated into your curriculum to elevate student engagement and skill development. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your teaching toolkit and be among the first to experience the latest from iCEV!

Speakers

Clayton Franklin

Chief Product Officer, iCEV

Megan O'Quinn

Vice President of Curriculum & Instruction, iCEV

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Seguin AB

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Empowering Future Farmers: FarmBeats for Students Workshop

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Microsoft.

Join us for an interactive workshop on FarmBeats for Students, a program co-developed by Microsoft and National FFA, that brings precision agriculture directly into the classroom. Learn about affordable hardware kits and free curriculum, including activities that give students hands-on experience with topics like digital sensors, data analysis, and artificial intelligence (AI). No prior experience with these concepts is necessary. Learn more about FarmBeats for Students: www.aka.ms/FBFS

Speakers

Dustin Jez

President/Co-founder, Fair Chance Learning

Cheri Bortleson

Excel Education Program Manager, Microsoft

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Lone Star E

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Make Planning a Breeze with AI

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

This workshop dives into how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can become your secret weapon! Explore using AI tools to generate engaging lesson ideas, automate grading, and streamline administrative tasks. Discover how AI can personalize learning for your students and free up valuable time for you to focus on what matters most – inspiring the next generation of agricultural leaders!

Speakers

Christopher Eck

Teacher Educator, Oklahoma State University, OK

Jason Peake

Teacher Educator, University of Georgia, GA

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Lone Star C

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Modifying Your Way to an Inclusive Classroom

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

Do you have students with a disability in your agriculture classes? Are you unsure of how to support them? Would you like to brainstorm with colleagues about a solution? Then this workshop is for you. Participants will be provided with an opportunity to work with colleagues to modify/accommodate an agriculture education lesson plan that can be used in their classroom.

Speakers

Brittany Coleman

Agricultural Educator, Durant High School, FL

I am a dedicated high school agriculture teacher with a Master's degree in Special Education. My passion for teaching and agriculture is driven by a commitment to fostering a love for learning and cultivating an appreciation for the environment among my students. With a robust educational... Read More →

Buddy Coleman

Agricultural Educator, Suwannee High School, FL

Deborah Coleman

Agricultural Educator, Suwannee High School, FL

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Lone Star B

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Pork Production: Hands on, Career Oriented, and Industry Approved

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

There's a pig in your greenhouse? It's no secret that two sows farrow in our school greenhouse each spring to teach students about pork production. While not everyone can bring pigs to the classroom, Destination Pork is an awesome supplement! I will also provide you with my interactive, engaging, and fun lessons that counter this curriculum. The workshop will show educators how to utilize these lesson plan while also strengthening your skills, abilities, and knowledge in swine production. You will leave with a strong understanding of what this curriculum can offer you along with lessons that make it more interactive towards your classroom. Curious about farrowing sows in your greenhouse? We'll talk about that too!

Speakers

Riley Hintzsche

Agricultural Educator, Streator Township High School, IL

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Lone Star A

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Sweet Sheep Genetics

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Corteva Agriscience.

As we push the boundaries of livestock advancements, new challenges and groundbreaking solutions emerge. Here is your chance to immerse yourself into genetics while gaining a hands-on activity to introduce into your classroom with the latest genetic innovation. In this workshop, you will crossbreed sheep and predict which genetic diseases may show up – diseases the industry is working hard to eliminate. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and engage in a real-world activity that showcases an effective way to practice predicting dihybrid crosses, using Punnett Squares, etc. This is not just any workshop – It’s an adventure in genetics that will leave you inspired and equipped with practical knowledge to bring back to your classroom.

Speakers

Andy Jensen

Agricultural Educator, Sioux Falls School District, SD

Working and living on my families small farm in SE SD I quickly knew that agriculture was where I needed to be. When I enrolled in my first AgEd class at Centerville, and knew that I could be an Agriculture Teacher, I was hooked. I am so excited to share with you my passion for agriculture... Read More →

Sara Edwards

Agricultural Educator, Madisonville North Hopkins High School, KY

I grew up in southern Indiana on a small horse farm, raising and showing reining and ranch horses. Beyond showing horses, I was very involved in her local 4-H, especially in the Jr. Leaders, horse and pony, and dog obedience clubs. Additionally, I was very active in her local FFA... Read More →

Heather Wasson

Agricultural Educator, Upper Dauphin Area High School, PA

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Republic BC

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

The Emotional Work of Teaching

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

Teaching is loaded with emotional labor, but so often that emotional labor turns to emotional exhaustion. This workshop focuses on reclaiming emotional boundaries through revealing how you engage in emotional labor. We'll process, identify boundary strategies, and make space for all the work teaching involves.

Speakers

Teague Teece

Teacher Educator, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Lone Star D

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Using AET Features to Improve Your Chapter, Teacher, and Student Efficiency! It is about saving you Time and Getting Kids Involved.

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

This workshop will share AET chapter tools to better connect with students through aligned efforts versus using other systems like Remind, Quizizz, Google Calendar, and other solutions that are just one more thing. We will cover critical tools in AET that offer efficiency/time-saving solutions, such as AET's Meeting Manager for students to develop agendas, take minutes, and keep attendance, which builds student records! Strategic Plan/POA to create mission-driven activities that develop a National Chapter Award, create a calendar, and record students' participation, which then grows their records…all in one step! Online exams in AET offer a solution to train CDE/LDE teams and keep students engaged. SAE assessments can help validate SAEs as WBL projects and build evaluation records to support your extended contract.

Speakers

Roger Hanagriff

Owner, AET

Howdy! I have spent the past 25 years helping programs track and promote educational experiences using both economic and learning outcomes, but in 2007 partnered with a great team to develop an online system that is now used annually by over 500,000 students and 6,000 agricultural... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Bonham E

Professional Development

1:45pm CST

Using Storytelling and Immersive Technology to Foster Meaningful Classroom Experiences

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST

This workshop is presented by the Global Teach Ag Network.

How do we tell the story of the world around us? Can we do this with our students...without having to travel far away? This workshop will dive into the role of immersive technology in storytelling – and connecting our students to global agriculture! Attendees will learn about opportunities for implementation of virtual field trips and virtual reality integration as rich and engaging elements of agricultural science curriculum.

This workshop is part of the pathway on global learning in agriculture curated by the Global Teach Ag Network for NAAE. These workshops are designed to complement one another, but each workshop in the pathway is a stand-alone session.

Speakers

Daniel Foster

Agricultural Teacher Educator, Penn State University

I am a passionate individual looking to make a positive difference in the world around me. 7th Generation Texan. I previously taught secondary agriculture in Willcox, Arizona and I am currently a faculty member at Penn State in Agricultural Teacher Education and co-founder of the... Read More →

Thomas Gabel

Program Manager, Global Teach Ag Network

Program Manager at the Global Teach Ag Network. Excited to support educators in incorporating global concepts and agriculture into their curriculum.

OP McCubbins

Teacher Educator, Mississippi State University

Teacher Educator. Tech Nerd. Fashion Icon.

Thursday December 5, 2024 1:45pm - 3:00pm CST
Bonham D

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Bringing Biofuels into the Classroom

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Growth Energy.

Gen Z and Gen Alpha are the two most environmentally-conscious generations in history. However, research shows that these kids also occasionally feel powerless against environmental challenges. Luckily, biofuels offer a path forward, especially for students who are close to the ag sector. This uniquely American source of renewable energy already helps the environment today and is poised to take on an even bigger role lowering emissions in the future. Learn how biofuels are already green (and getting greener), what advantages they offer over other renewable sources of energy, how they affect farmers and drive change in America's agricultural sector, and much more in this presentation delivered by Growth Energy, the nation's largest biofuel trade association.

Speakers

Jake Barron

Director of Communications and Media Relations, Growth Energy

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Presidio C

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Cultivating Innovation: Leveraging Bayer’s Open Labs Resources for Agriscience Education

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Bayer.

By participating in this workshop, educators will discover innovative teaching resources and network with like-minded professionals dedicated to advancing agriscience education. Join us for an inspiring session that will equip you with the tools to cultivate a passion for agriculture in your students!

Speakers

Brittania Lebbing

Bayer

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Travis AB

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Exploring World Food Sustainability through the Journey 2050 Program!

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions.

Journey 2050 is a free program that engages grades 6-12 in discussions about world food sustainability. Lesson topics include sustainability, soil, water, economy, land use, culture, careers, and technology in agriculture. The program features a virtual simulation game composed of a farming game, knowledge test and career avatar. This program is ideal for both in-person and virtual learning settings.

Speakers

Andy Guffey

Executive Director, National Agriculture in the Classroom Organization/Nutrien

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Seguin AB

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Farming is Risky Business: A Simulation-Based Learning Platform for Teaching Risk Management

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Custom Ag Solutions.

The Farming is Risky Business (FRB) Web-Based Learning Platform is a free and comprehensive resource for teaching students about risk management concepts and Federal crop insurance programs. Sponsored by the USDA's Risk Management Agency (RMA), the FRB platform's content is state-specific and aligned with national and state content standards.

The FRB learning experience revolves around an interactive and competitive simulation game wherein students make annual production and marketing decisions on a simulated farming operation. After students make their decisions, the simulation runs and delivers their financial results. In many ways, the simulation resembles better-known games such as "The Farming Game" or even "Life." The FRB content and simulation are dynamic and highly engaging, with unique outcomes that change for every student in every workshop.

Speakers

John Mangus

Custom Ag Solutions (CAS)

A Walk-on Part in the Warwww.gobitcoin.pro

Aubrianne Crosby

Custom Ag Solutions (CAS)

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Lone Star F

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Finding Your Leadership Niche

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

Teacher leaders: finding your niche in navigating fulfilling leadership opportunities without biting off too much. Whether in your school, community, or professional organizations, leadership opportunities abound. This workshop will provide strategies to develop a personal service plan to engage with purpose. Your leadership is needed, to be your best requires a plan!

Speakers

Jesse Faber

Agricultural Educator, Pontiac Township High School, IL

Liz Harris

Agricultural Educator, Normal Community High School, IL

Riley Hintzsche

Agricultural Educator, Streator Township High School, IL

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Lone Star D

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Flower Pounding - Floral Art in a New Way

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

Come and learn how to use leftover flowers to create floral art in a whole new way! Students will pound flowers with hammers and create art pieces using the principles and elements of design. This is such a fun project to use in floral, horticulture, plant science, or even in an agricultural biology class!

Speakers

Hannah Schneider

Agricultural Educator, Wenatchee High School, WA

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Bonham D

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Fostering Inclusive Agricultural Education Programs: Empowering Agriculture Teachers to Support LGBTQ+ Students

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

As the landscape of education evolves, it is imperative for agricultural educators to create inclusive environments where all students, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, feel valued and supported. This workshop aims to equip agriculture teachers with the necessary tools and strategies to cultivate an environment that fosters acceptance, understanding, and support for LGBTQ+ students. Grounded in empirical data collected from former and current agricultural students who identify as LGBTQ+, this workshop offers practical insights and actionable steps to promote inclusivity within agricultural education settings. The workshop will explore the experiences and perspectives of LGBTQ+ students in the classroom, addressing challenges they may face and highlighting the importance of creating safe spaces where all students feel respected and valued.

Speakers

Tyler Price

Agricultural Educator, Rockvale High School, TN

Eric Moser

Agricultural Educator, Muskegon Area Career Tech Center, MI

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Lonestar A

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Getting Employers & Supervisors Involved in Documented SAE Evaluations to Support SAE as a WBL Experience

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

This workshop will cover how to empower employers, supervisors, and those involved with SAEs to record student work evaluations easily. This process can also add validation for your SAEs as Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences and build relationships with local businesses and stakeholders for your program. A key area of WBL accreditation is evaluations tied in with student hours and skills for WBL documentation, which can help. New e-signature plans in AET can also align with SAE/WBL Agreements, which continue to connect to quality WBL and keep students, parents, and employers on the same page.

Speakers

Russell Ewell

AET & Ewell Educational Services

Roger Hanagriff

Owner, AET

Howdy! I have spent the past 25 years helping programs track and promote educational experiences using both economic and learning outcomes, but in 2007 partnered with a great team to develop an online system that is now used annually by over 500,000 students and 6,000 agricultural... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Bonham C

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

More Money, Fewer Problems

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

Need money for a project and trying to figure out where to get it from? Do you need help finding fun or unique fundraising ideas? In this session, we will be giving out grant opportunities and how to write them (without adding more to your plate) and sharing unique fundraising ideas along with how to receive funding within your community.

Speakers

Bailey Hawbaker

Agricultural Educator, Stanley Public School, ND

Cora Smith

Agricultural Educator, Beulah Public School, ND

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Lone Star E

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Ready...Engage!!! Strategies for engaging your students in the classroom.

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

You have a short time at the beginning of class to engage your student's interests so they are actively involved in your daily lesson. Practice and learn some inquiry-based strategies you can use to engage your students as active learners.

Speakers

Carl Aakre

Director, CASE 4 Learning

Carl began working part-time with (Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education) CASE in 2009 when he became a Lead Teacher and assisted in developing the Principles of Agriculture – Plant course. He then served on the curriculum development team for the Introduction to Agriculture... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Bonham B

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Sale Barn Auction Inside Your Classroom!

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

Bring your students to a sale barn auction inside your classroom! Whether the sale barn is in your town or an hour away, this lesson can help students think like a cattle feeder - using math to determine how to bid and when they should bid on cattle that are at the sale barn.

Speakers

Toni Rasmussen

Agricultural Educator, Wayne Community Schools, NE

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Bonham E

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Student-Driven Grading - Timecards

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

Feedback is vital for students to grow but grading can be a burden. This workshop highlights a strategy that makes group grading a breeze. Through use of a "Timecard", students develop their own priorities depending on the task at hand to self-assess and provide peer feedback for future improvement. Learn how to implement this tool, walking away with the resources needed to make your grade book one less thing to worry about.

Speakers

Brian Welch

Agricultural Educator, Madisonville North Hopkins High School, KY

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Lone Star B

Professional Development

3:15pm CST

Utilizing Our Global Agriculture Community to Stretch Students Outside Their Comfort Zone to Develop Independence and Responsibility

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST

Agriculture teachers know that our classroom extends outside the ag room and school. Many of us take students to various competitions and conventions in and out of state. Why not teach them beyond our borders? Learn from an experienced agriculture teacher who has taken students outside of the United States on agriculture tours. Students experience where imported food comes from, are immersed in local culture and customs, and experience how people live in other countries. By working with companies like Education First (EF), teachers receive support with training, tour selection, student recruitment, trip preparations (itineraries, lodging, flights), and on-tour logistics. See what students have experienced on agriculture tours in the Dominican Republic and Ireland. Find out how you can make the world your classroom!

Speakers

Kurt VanDeWalle

Agricultural Educator, Filmore Central High School, NE

I have been teaching agriculture education and advising FFA for over 20 years. The majority of my time has been at Fillmore Central.My international travel experience includes traveling with students as the tour coordinator. I received training from EF in Paris, France and have... Read More →

Anna Smillie

Tour Consultant, EF Educational Tours

I work with Agriculture Educators and FFA Advisors across Nebraska to set up international agriculture based travel programs for students! I have helped teachers bring their students to Ireland, the Dominican Republic, Italy, and beyond to meet industry leaders and learn about global... Read More →

Timothy Kennedy

Regional Director, EF Educational Tours

Thursday December 5, 2024 3:15pm - 3:45pm CST
Lone Star C

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

"Agri"-Culturally Responsive Teaching, incorporating your student's interests, backgrounds, and experiences into your classroom.

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

How do I incorporate students' interests, backgrounds, and experiences into your agriculture education classroom? Understand how to utilize your students' "funds of knowledge" as an asset in your teaching. Incorporate Culturally Responsive Teaching to reach all of your learners.

Speakers

Sam Rodriguez

Assitant Professor, Agricultural Education, California State Univeristy Fresno, CA

Dr. Sam Rodriguez joined the Fresno State Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education faculty at California State University, Fresno, in 2022. Dr. Rodriguez earned his B.S. in Animal Science and M.S. in Agriculture Science from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. He earned his Ed.D in Educational... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Lone Star C

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

A Wise Owl Once Said...

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

As agriculture teachers, we are always more than willing to help our students with the many challenges they face. We encourage them to push themselves to be the best they can be every day! But what about our peers? Other Ag Teachers? A wise old owl once told me that sharing knowledge and encouragement can only lead to a brighter future for all. Learn some basic tools to help you and your state develop, maintain, and build a successful peer mentorship program.

Speakers

Morgan Clinton

Agricultural Educator, Sparta High School, IL

This year I will be speaking about is how I built the mentor program for the State of Illinois! Tips, tricks, and lessons learned will be shared. As well as materials to hopefully help you get started on your very own mentor program!I love to be outside, road trip, show goats and... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Lone Star D

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Avoiding the Burn: Practical Advice to Prevent Teacher Burnout in Agricultural Education

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

During this session you will learn how to prevent teacher burnout. You will explore the underlying concepts of occupational burnout, learn why teachers are leaving the profession, and discover why agricultural educators are more exhausted than ever. By the end of the workshop you will learn several strategies that you can immediately implement that will have a positive impact on your ability to balance both your personal and professional lives. Join this critical conservation and together we can "avoid the burn."

Speakers

Jay Solomonson

Teacher Educator, Illinois State University, IL

Dr. Solomonson grew up on a 1000-acre family farm in rural, Coal Valley, Illinois. After high school, he attended Black Hawk College- East then transferred to Western Illinois University where he received his B.S. degree in Agriculture- Teacher Certification. He began his career at... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Lone Star A

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Balancing Act: Navigating Work and Family

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

Do you feel that the scale always tips more toward your work responsibilities vs.family time? Do you always wish there was more time in a day to complete tasks? In today's fast-paced world, achieving equilibrium between work and family is a common challenge. This workshop provides practical strategies and tools to enhance your well-being and foster a more harmonious work-life integration. Know your worth, talent, and contributions as an educator as you learn how to "balance".

Speakers

Emily Fickbohm

Program Director of Agriculture, Natural Resources, & Energy, CCCS, CO

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Presidio C

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Careers From Classroom To Beyond

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

In 2022, it is reported that 22.1 million full- and part-time jobs were related to agriculture and food sectors – 10.4% of total U.S. employment (USDA, 2023). With this many jobs within the agriculture sector, it is important now more than ever to expose our students to agricultural careers and teach them the skills they need to be successful. National FFA provides several educator resources to assist you such as AgExplorer, virtual field trips, employability skills lessons, and more! Learn about these resources and how to use them in your classroom.

Speakers

Kim Clark

Agricultural Educator, Royal Valley High School, KS

Stacy Young

Agricultural Educator, Branford High School, FL

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Seguin AB

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Classroom to Industry: Developing a Sustainable Model for Educating the Next Generation of Learners

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by the AED Foundation.

The AED Foundation will highlight the significance of aligning student education with industry standards, as well as the valuable support that teachers can access through CASE 4 Learning.

Speakers

Karina Utreras

Accreditation & Recognition Program Manager, Associated Equipment Distributors (AED)

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Travis AB

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Communication and Decision-Making Skills: Helping Teachers Help Students with Ready-to-Use Curriculum

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

Students require effective communication and decision-making skills for all careers across agriculture. This workshop will arm teachers with easy-to-use curriculum that can meet students' needs. Active demonstration of the modules will allow teachers to walk away with access to FREE curriculum. Free curriculum will include downloadable worksheets, handouts, videos, and audio clips to provide students with an immersive learning experience. Workshop participants will learn how to access and utilize curriculum covering topics such as listening effectively, oral and written communication, and social media use, as well as decision-making topics such as generating solutions, taking appropriate action and thinking abstractly. Curriculum is aligned with National FFA strands and standards. This project was supported by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture Grant no. 2019-38414-30265.

Speakers

Kalynn Baldock

Agriculture, Food Science, and Kinesiology Department Chair; Assistant Professor of Agriculture, Eastern New Mexico University, NM

Theresa Murphrey

Teacher Educator, Texas A&M University, TX

Holli Leggette

Teacher Educator, Texas A&M University

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Lone Star B

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Cultivating Knowledge: Empowering Agriculture Teachers with a Year-Long Agribusiness Curriculum

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

Feel empowered with a toolkit for a farm and agribusiness management course and the Farm and Agribusiness Management CDE, tailored for new and experienced agriculture teachers! In this workshop, you will receive a comprehensive, year-long curriculum and CDE preparation guide designed to equip educators with the tools and knowledge needed to thrive while supporting all components of the Agricultural Education Three-Component Model. Participants will experience and explore innovative teaching strategies, practical resources, and a supportive curriculum system essential for confidently delivering engaging and effective farm and agribusiness management instruction and Supervised Agricultural Experiences. Ideal for new and experienced agriculture teachers, join us to cultivate your teaching skills, foster student success, and grow a thriving farm and agribusiness course in your school.

Speakers

Donavan Phoenix

Graduate Student, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, NE

Hello! My name is Donavan Phoenix and I recently transitioned out of the SBAE classroom and into pursuing a Ph.D. at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. I bring with me three years of teaching experience in Minnesota and Nebraska. While in Nebraska, I started the Hershey Agriculture... Read More →

Jenna Knake

Graduate Student, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, NE

Emily Samuelson

Graduate Student, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, NE

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Bonham C

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Equipping Teachers: Hosting a CASE Institute or BreiefCASE in your Community or State

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

Join us for an informative workshop on successfully hosting a CASE Institute or BriefCASE in your area. This session will cover essential topics such as host responsibilities, logistical planning, and the wide range of resources available to support educators. You'll learn best practices for organizing and managing these professional development programs, ensuring a seamless and impactful experience for all participants. Discover how to bring CASE 4 Learning curriculum tools via teacher training and professional growth to your state or community.

Speakers

John Bergin

Curriculum Director, CASE 4 Learning

I taught Ag Education in Kansas for 12 years before stepping into the role as CASE Curriculum Director.

Tiffany Zweygardt

CASE Coordinator, CASE 4 Learning

After teaching for six years in a rural Kansas agricultural classroom, I spent three years in the construction industry. I started working as an Independent Contractor for Curriculum for Agricultural Science Education (CASE) on the development of Agxplore (AgX) and am just finished... Read More →

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Bonham B

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Farming is Risky Business: A Simulation-Based Learning Platform for Teaching Risk Management

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

This workshop is sponsored by Custom Ag Solutions.

The Farming is Risky Business (FRB) Web-Based Learning Platform is a free and comprehensive resource for teaching students about risk management concepts and Federal crop insurance programs. Sponsored by the USDA's Risk Management Agency (RMA), the FRB platform's content is state-specific and aligned with national and state content standards.

The FRB learning experience revolves around an interactive and competitive simulation game wherein students make annual production and marketing decisions on a simulated farming operation. After students make their decisions, the simulation runs and delivers their financial results. In many ways, the simulation resembles better-known games such as "The Farming Game" or even "Life." The FRB content and simulation are dynamic and highly engaging, with unique outcomes that change for every student in every workshop.

Speakers

Aubrianne Crosby

Custom Ag Solutions (CAS)

John Mangus

Custom Ag Solutions (CAS)

A Walk-on Part in the Warwww.gobitcoin.pro

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Lone Star F

Professional Development

4:00pm CST

Preparing the Welders of Tomorrow: Enhancing Your Agricultural Mechanics Class with Virtual Reality Welding Trainers

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST

The American Welding Society predicts a need for 360,000 new welders by 2027. Agricultural education teachers who teach agricultural mechanics courses are in a unique position to train their students to eventually fill these positions. However, sometimes they lack the confidence in their own welding skills needed to properly and safely teach their students. One way to build confidence in teachers is to use Virtual Reality welding trainers prior to practicing live welding in a laboratory setting. This workshop discusses benefits of Virtual Reality trainers, options available for teachers and teacher educators, and strategies to implement this technology in both the secondary and postsecondary classroom.

Speakers

Ashley Thompson

Graduate Associate, The Ohio State University

Thursday December 5, 2024 4:00pm - 4:30pm CST
Lone Star E

Professional Development