This course is a general introduction to ecological principles and processes applied to agricultural ecosystems, including interactions between plants, soils, and animals on population, community and ecosystem scales. Course concepts are applied to agricultural ecosystems that are of economic importance and ecological significance to Kentucky, while also placing these systems within the broader context of national and international crop production.
Independent research related to some aspect of sustainable agriculture under the direction of a research mentor. The research may be conducted in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, some other unit on campus, or at an approved off-campus entity. Projects can include, but are not limited to, laboratory experiments, field-based research, and studies involving sociology, economics, anthropology, or related disciplines. There is a clear expectation that quantitative data collection and analysis will be an integral part of the project.
Independent research related to some aspect of sustainable agriculture under the direction of a research mentor. The research may be conducted in the Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, some other unit on campus, or at an approved off-campus entity. Projects can include, but are not limited to, laboratory experiments, field-based research, and studies involving sociology, economics, anthropology, or related disciplines. There is a clear expectation that quantitative data collection and analysis will be an integral part of the project.
This course provides an intensive opportunity for students to integrate critical aspects of sustainability into a semester-long project. The project will involve research, design, and implementation phases, and students will present their work in both written and oral forms. This class will also allow students to gain a deeper understanding of a range of topics related to sustainable agriculture through field trips to local agriculture and food system entities, and hands-on workshops where skills and techniques are learned.
Through campus and school-based experiences, students will learn how to engage adolescents in learning mathematics, science, computer science, and engineering. This course will introduce the foundations of STEM Education, learning environments, curriculum and instructor, standards and assessment, as well as contemporary issues related to the field. The roles, responsibilities, and daily life of teachers, schools, and students will be examined. The course includes 30 hours of experience in the field.
This course is designed to introduce undergraduate students to STEM experiences appropriate for grades K-16 while developing skills and knowledge to develop and lead STEM activities with learners in formal and informal learning environments. A variety of STEM experiences will be explored in a review of instructional frameworks and strategies common in STEM experiences. Students will have opportunities to design, lead, and reflect on STEM experiences they lead with learners in formal and/or informal learning environments. The course includes five hours of experiential learning.
A critical analysis of a variety of objectives, instructional materials and evaluation techniques for teaching elementary school science, with a special emphasis on grades K-4. Consideration will be given to addressing the individual needs of a diverse student population. Twenty hours of field experience are required in conjunction with EDC 322.
A critical analysis of a variety of objectives, instructional materials and evaluation techniques for teaching elementary school science, with a special emphasis on grades K-4. Consideration will be given to addressing the individual needs of a diverse student population. Twenty hours of field experience are required in conjunction with EDC 322.
Fundamental concepts of numbers, their relation- ships, geometry and other mathematics topics for children of grades K-4. Emphasis on use of concrete materials and the development of language, appropriate learning experiences, computational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
Fundamental concepts of numbers, their relation- ships, geometry and other mathematics topics for children of grades K-4. Emphasis on use of concrete materials and the development of language, appropriate learning experiences, computational skills, and problem-solving abilities.
