2024 NAAE Convention

By invitation only. The Future Agriscience Teacher Symposium is sponsored by the CHS Foundation, Corteva Agriscience, BASF, and Growth Energy.

Explore the power of photo journals in education in this workshop. Discover how to leverage visual storytelling to enhance classroom engagement and content retention. Participants have to opportunity to learn practical techniques for creating and implementing photo journals across various agricultural subjects and grade levels. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, educators will gain insights into fostering student creativity, critical thinking, and retention skills. Join us to unlock the potential of photo journals as a dynamic tool for enriching the learning experience and empowering students to connect with classroom content in meaningful ways.

The VSCP is a nationally recognized program designed for students interested in becoming a veterinary assistant. VSCP covers all species but emphasizes livestock and equine education and hands-on clinical experience.  The program is coordinated through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, open to participating high schools, 4-H clubs, homeschools, and to private individuals, the VSCP has participants in all 50 states. If you are an educator looking for veterinary science curriculum, support, events or professional development we have something for you. Students are eligible to sit for a veterinary assistant certificate after successful completion of our program. Professional development and curriculum support for teachers in veterinary medicine and animal science is available at our annual summer trainings. Texas A&M VSCP is all things CATE, Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science all wrapped into one.

Join the "Budget Bites: Innovative Food Science Labs on a Dime" workshop where learning meets affordability! Explore the wonders of food science through engaging labs designed to fit any budget. From investigating food chemistry to experimenting with food preservation methods, our cost-effective approach ensures teachers can provide enriching experiences without overspending. Students will uncover the secrets behind their favorite foods while teachers appreciate the practicality of our budget-friendly materials. Come discover how to deliver exciting and educational food science lessons without breaking the bank. Don't miss this opportunity to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of food scientists!

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!

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!

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.

By invitation only. The Future Agriscience Teacher Symposium is sponsored by the CHS Foundation, Corteva Agriscience, BASF, and Growth Energy.

Discover the power of Game-Based Learning (GBL) in agricultural education! This engaging workshop introduces you to the principles of GBL, demonstrating how games can create dynamic and interactive learning environments. Discover practical strategies to integrate games into your curriculum, overcoming common challenges and maximizing the benefits of this innovative approach. This workshop will allow you to explore various educational game types, learn to integrate role-playing scenarios into your lessons, and understand how to align game objectives with educational outcomes. This workshop is ideal for educators looking to enhance student engagement and foster communication, collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking in their classrooms. Join us to level up your teaching approach and make learning a fun and impactful adventure!