Agricultural Education and Communication
"The UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication (AEC) develops leaders, educators and communicators to meet the challenges society is facing in the agriculture and natural resource industries." --- About AEC
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Editorial Team
- Brian Myers - Chair, Approver
- Matt Benge - Editor
RECENT & REVISED PUBLICATIONS
Clickbait
WC453/AEC792by Nicole Patten, Ricky Telg, and Kevin KentApril 11, 2024This publication provides an overview of clickbait and its characteristics. The publication also discusses a few implications of clickbait use. Written by Nicole Patten, Ricky Telg, and Kevin Kent, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agricultural Education and Communication, March 2024.Critical Issue: Other
School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 1—Introduction to Industry Certifications
WC437/AEC776by Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, and Carla B. JaggerMarch 14, 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 2—Getting Started
WC438/AEC777by Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, and Carla B. JaggerMarch 14, 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
School-Based Agricultural Education Industry Certifications: Part 3—Resources and Regulations
WC436/AEC775by Devon E. Morrison, Debra M. Barry, and Carla B. JaggerMarch 14, 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
Using the Four-Frame Leadership Approach to Mobilize Strategic Science Communication Efforts
WC452/AEC791by Christine Krebs, Matthew Sowcik, and Jamie LoizzoMarch 14, 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
