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School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 1—Introduction to Industry Certifications

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WC437/AEC776by Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, and Carla B. JaggerMarch 14th, 2024"Introduction to Industry Certifications" briefly discusses the history of agricultural education and the Smith-Hughes Act. It also provides an explanation as to what industry certifications are, as well as recognizes the organizations and the different types of certifications available to students within the Agriculture and Natural Resources pathway.Critical Issue: Youth

School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 3—Resources and Regulations

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WC436/AEC775by Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, and Carla B. JaggerMarch 14th, 2024"Resources and Regulations" discusses where to find test prep and study materials to better prepare students for industry certification testing. This article also discusses a few important rules and reminders to follow while preparing for and distributing industry certification tests. Critical Issue: Youth

School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 2—Getting Started

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WC438/AEC777by Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, and Carla B. JaggerMarch 14th, 2024"Getting Started" discusses how to get involved with industry certification testing organizations and entities. It also explains the registration process for many different testing organizations and entities to better prepare students for test day.  Critical Issue: Youth

Using the Four-Frame Leadership Approach to Mobilize Strategic Science Communication Efforts

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WC452/AEC791by Christine Krebs, Matthew Sowcik, and Jamie LoizzoMarch 14th, 2024This publication outlines some organizational strategies to consider when participating in science communication through the lens of Bolman and Deal’s four-frame leadership approach. Written by Christine Krebs, Matthew Sowcik, and Jamie Loizzo, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, March 2024.Critical Issue: Other

AgroClimate Indicators Web-Based Monitoring Tool

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AE595/AE595by Clyde W. Fraisse, Mauricio A. Z. Karrei, and Margaret WalshMarch 13th, 2024This guide introduces users to a recently developed web-based tool on AgroClimate.org that was designed to systematically monitor climate indicators and detect anomalies with the potential to affect the agricultural industry in Florida and elsewhere in the continental United States. Written by Clyde W. Fraisse, Mauricio A. Z. Karrei, and Margaret Walsh, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering, January 2024.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

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