Western Illinois University - School of Agriculture
AGED 131: Introduction to Agricultural Education (2)
Course Syllabus - Fall 2014
COURSE MEETS:
Tuesdays & Thursdays noon to 1:00
KH 201
REQUIRED TEXT:
Rath, Tom (2007). Strengths Finder 2.0, Gallup Press, ISBN 159562015X
(website to purchase the book: http://strengths.gallup.com/purchase.aspx)
2013-2014 Official FFA Manual (ONLINE)
(https://www.ffa.org/About/WhoWeAre/Pages/The-Official-FFA-Manual.aspx)
“The Last Lecture” (2008) by Randy Pausch ISBN# 978-1-4013-2325-7
(can be found in the library)
INSTRUCTOR:
OFFICE:
Dr. Bart E. Gill
B-22 Knoblauch Hall
E-mail: BE-Gill@wiu.edu
Office Telephone: 309.298.2395
Home Telephone: 717.443.7017
OFFICE HOURS:
M W 11:00-12:00
T Th 2:00 to 3:00 or by appointment
Dr. Gill’s Class Schedule - Fall 2014:
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
8:00 to 8:50
9:00 to 9:50
10:00 to 10:50
11:00 to 11:50
12:00 to 12:50
1:00 to 1:50
2:00 to 2:50
3:00 to 3:50
4:00 to 4:50
Office hour
Office hour
AGED 131
AGTM 368
AGTM 458
AGED 131
AGTM 368
Office hour
AGTM 368
Lab
AGTM 458
Office hour
AGTM 368
Lab
Course Objectives: At the completion of this course, the student will be able to:
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have adequate amount of knowledge of the National FFA Organ. & Parl. Pro.
have an introduction to effective teaching methodologies
effectively complete 20 hours of classroom observations
have adequate of knowledge on Illinois Leadership Structure
effectively present knowledge on Vocational Acts associated with Ag Ed
have adequate knowledge on Illinois teaching certification requirements
have adequate knowledge on Illinois instructional curriculum
have adequate knowledge on Illinois Agricultural Education website
effectively design a brochure promoting a Agricultural Education Program.
Friday
Conceptual Framework for Teacher Education Program:
http://www.wiu.edu/coehs/tpep/overview/framework.php
TPEP Vision & Mission Statements:
www.wiu.edu/tpep
COURSE EVALUATION
Hour Exams, quizzes, laboratories, assignments, and final exam.
Grading Scale:
90% - 100%
85% - 89%
80% - 84%
=A
= B+
=B
75% - 75%
70% - 79%
60% - 69%
<60%
= C+
=C
=D
=F
ASSIGNMENTS
Observation Journal (100 pts): A daily observation journal must be kept for each observation made.
The journal must be written using Word, at least a page in length for each observation, 12 font maximum,
1" margins all the way around. Entries must include classes observed, # of students, activities, things that
went well, and things that didn't go so well. Schools must be approved by the instructor prior to
observation. Observations must be completed by December 11, 2014. Mileage will be paid for.
FFA & Parli Pro Assessment (100 pts): Assessment over the FFA section and Parli Pro.
Parliamentary Procedure Activity (150 pts): This will be a group activity and will be assigned a group
grade. The group will complete 10 parliamentary procedures successfully and will hand in minutes of the
proceeding. The minutes are due to me electronically 1 hour after the completion of the mock business
session. The groups will do two mock sessions at 75 pts each.
Brochure (50 points): This will be a group activity with an assigned group grade. The group will design
a brochure promoting the Agricultural Education Program.
Group Interest Approach (50 pts): A group interest approach will be presented to the class. It must
capture our attention and apply to the objectives of the lesson. It must be approximately 5-10 minutes in
length.
Vocational Act Presentation (50 pts): The presentation must be 10 minutes in length. Powerpoint is a
major plus!!! The presentation must be informative and accurate! Grammar and spelling critical! You
are teaching the entire class!
Vocational Act Paper (50 pts): The paper must be 3 pages minimum with 1" margins, DS, and 12 font
maximum. It must have a title page, but is not included in the 3 page requirement.
1st Reflection Paper: Knowing Your Strengths Paper (30 pts.): After taking the StrengthsQuest
Assessment, write a 2-3 page paper outlining your strengths and how knowing each of your strengths
going to assist you in being successful in the future (be sure to focus on each strength individually instead
of talking generally about all of your strengths). The paper should be 1-2 pages in length, double spaced.
Grammar and spelling will be assessed in the paper.
2nd Reflection Paper:Why do I want to be a Teacher (30 pts): Written to meet acceptance into TEP.
The paper should be 1-2 pages in length, double spaced. Grammar and spelling will be assessed in the
paper.
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Book Homework (40 pts): You will need to secure the book entitled “Last Lecture” and begin reading
the book at the start of the semester. You will need to have it read by Nov 12th, when the homework will
be assigned. You can read at your own pace.
Midterm (100 pts): This evaluation will assess all topics covered to this point.
Final (100 pts): A comprehensive final.
Journal
FFA & Parli Pro Assessment
Interest Approach
Book Homework
Parliamentary Procedure Activity
Brochure
Midterm
1st Reflection Paper
2nd Reflection Paper
Vocational Act Presentation
Vocational Act Paper
Participation
Final
Total Points
100
100
50
40
150
50
100
30
30
50
50
100
100
950
Western Online:
Students are required to use the course website at: www.westernonline.wiu.edu and most assignments
will be submitted through the website. Course notes, handouts, and additional material may be posted
throughout the semester on this website.
Written Assignments:
 Should be typed using 12 pt. font, 1 inch margins, double spaced (unless otherwise noted).
 Should be submitted with a cover sheet including your name, the date, the class, and the assignment
title.
 Assignments submitted on Western On-line should be submitted as an attached word document,
unless otherwise specified.
ABSENCE POLICY
ATTENDANCE IS A MUST!!!!!!!! We are professionals! You are allowed TWO unexcused
absences. Starting on the THREE, your grade will drop 5% for each additional unexcused absence.
Students must be prepared to interact, analyze, and discuss topics relating to course assignments. The
course is centered on classroom assignments, activities, laboratory activities, and classroom lecture. If
you anticipate an excused absence, notify me in advance (in writing) through the new OARS system
(http://wiu.edu/oars) or by email. In cases where advanced notification is not feasible (e.g. accident, or
emergency), you must provide notification by the end of the second working day after the absence.
Notification for all excused absences should include a written explanation indicating the reason for the
absence, why notice could not be sent prior to the missed class (if applicable), all documentation required,
and suggested arrangements for making up what you missed in class (assignments, participation
Please turn off or silence cellular phones and no texting during class time!
Student Rights & Responsibilities: www.wiu.edu/provost/student/
Academic Dishonesty:
Any violation of the Academic Dishonesty Policy in Student Handbook will result in an automatic failure
in the course. Plagiarism and cheating are areas of concern for this course. This course is designed to
enhance your writing and presentation skills within your academic area, not the ability to copy other’s
thoughts and ideas.
Participation and Expectations:
Class participation will be worth 10% of your final grade. Participation may be addressed in various
formats, such as class activities, assessments, discussion, attendance and etc. Check your email every
day—when out of the classroom, this is my only way to communicate with you; every effort will be made
to notify you of any issues in advance.
NOTE: Even though you are allowed two absences before you are given an overall grade deduction, you
are responsible for what occurs in the classroom on a daily basis. When you are absent, you may miss
earning participation points in class.
ATTENTION EDUCATION MAJORS
The changes within the state certification requirements, which go into effect immediately for all of those
students who graduate in the spring 2012 and after, state you are required to receive a grade of a "C" or
better in this course in order to meet these new requirements. With the new university +/- grading
system, receiving a "C-" or below will require you to retake this course or find a substitute course to meet
School of Agriculture graduation requirements
ADA COMPLIANCE
“In accordance with University policy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), academic
accommodations may be made for any student who notifies the instructor of the need for an
accommodation. For the instructor to provide the proper accommodation(s) you must obtain
documentation of the need for an accommodation through Disability Resource Center (DRC) and provide
it to the instructor. It is imperative that you take the initiative to bring such needs to the instructor's
attention, as he/she is not legally permitted to inquire about such particular needs of students. Students
who may require special assistance in emergency evacuations (i.e. fire, tornado, etc.) should contact the
instructor as to the most appropriate procedures to follow in such an emergency. Contact Disability
Resource Center (DRC) at 298-2512 for additional services.”
Course Outline
August 26:
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August 28:
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September 2:
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September 9:
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September 11:
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September 16:
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September 23:
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September 25:
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September 30:
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October 14:
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October16:
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October 21:
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October 28:
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October 30:
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November 4:
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November 6:
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Colors and Strengths
StrengthsFinder
Course overview
Vocational Acts & Brochure
State Leadership
State Leadership
State Leadership & FFA
FFA
FFA (Greenhand Conf.)
1st Reflection Paper: Knowing Your Strengths
Parliamentary Procedures
Parliamentary Procedures
Parliamentary Procedure Group Activity
Proceeding minutes
Parliamentary Procedures Group Activity
Proceeding minutes
Teacher certification requirements
Parli Pro & FFA Test
Learning Styles & Group Activities
Portfolios
What makes a program successful? Curriculum
Curriculum (cont)
Vocational Acts
Vocational Act Presentations & Papers
Vocational Acts
Vocational Act Presentations & Papers
Vocational Acts
Vocational Act Presentations & Papers
Vocational Acts
Vocational Act Presentations & Papers
November 11:
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November 13:
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November 18:
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November 20:
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November 25:
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November 27:
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November 14:
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December 2:
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December 4:
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December 9:
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December 11:
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December 16:
Vocational Acts Overview
Major Assessment
Interest Approach
Brochure
Book review Parts of a lesson plan
Book Homework
Fall Break (no class)
Fall Break (no class)
Parts of a lesson plan (cont)
Group Activity (Interest Approach)
2st Reflection paper: Why I want to be a teacher
Group Activity (Interest Approach)
Methods in Teaching
Methods in Teaching
Observation Journal & mileage tally sheet
Final (100 pts) Tues. Dec. 16th @ 1:00 pm
**SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT THE INSTRUCTOR’S DISCRETION**
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