Participants learn how instructional materials and experiences with the food-fiber system can be used to teach students core academic disciplines and meet state learning standards. A project is required for the third credit. Partial scholarships may be available. This course is designed to help participants become more effective college teachers. It will examine the basic principle of learning and explore different teaching styles, techniques, and technologies.
Participants also learn how to design a course and improve their effectiveness as teachers.
The focus of this course is on the selection, use, and evaluation of methods and materials for teaching. Methods for group and informal instruction are also covered, including cooperative learning techniques. Opportunity is provided for students to develop teaching competence based on their individual needs and interests. A class project on the development of instructional materials focused on state standards is required. An intensive five-day course designed to demonstrate the science and technology in agriculture and the food system.