Courseware for Agriscience and Technology Careers – Agriscience Foundations
This course provides a hands-on experience working inside the world of Agriscience, that will show competency at an industry associate-level and is college and career ready. You will be able to demonstrate the correct application of the principal skills and concepts of Agriscience Foundations and complete tasks independently.
Designed to help you get certified
The Agriscience Foundations certification is built to test and validate foundation-level concepts and knowledge in Agriscience. These core concepts include application of basic plant, animal, and soil science; food safety; agricultural safety and regulatory practices; record keeping/documentation; and an efficient and effective use of resources.
Includes
- 6 Chapters
- 21 Topics
- 11 Scenario-Based Practice Activities
- 21 hands-on timed Quizzes
- 6 Hands-on Projects
- Certificate of Completion
Course Content
Chapter 1 Overview
Chapter 1: Pre-assessment
Topic 1.1: Agricultural Systems
Topic 1.1 Quiz
Topic 1.2: Best Practices in Pest Management
Topic 1.2 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Sustainable Solutions: Revitalizing a Farming Community
Topic 1.3: Properties of Healthy Soil
Topic 1.3 Quiz
Topic 1.4: Water Movement Between the Land, Ocean, and Atmosphere
Topic 1.4 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: The Agronomist’s Challenge: Soil Health and Water Management Assessment
Chapter 1: Vocabulary
Chapter 1: Project
Chapter 1: Post-assessment
Chapter 2 Overview
Chapter 2: Pre-assessment
Topic 2.1: Maintaining Complete and Accurate Records
Topic 2.1 Quiz
Topic 2.2: Interpreting Information on Labels
Topic 2.2 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Decoding Farm Labels: A Comprehensive Guide for New Farmers
Topic 2.3: Weighing and Measuring Information on Labels and Tags
Topic 2.3 Quiz
Topic 2.4: Interpret information on Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Topic 2.4 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Farm Safety and Measurement
Chapter 2: Vocabulary
Chapter 2: Project
Chapter 2: Post-assessment
Chapter 3 Overview
Chapter 3: Pre-assessment
Topic 3.1: Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Related Equipment
Topic 3.1 Quiz
Topic 3.2: Biosecurity Standards of Sanitation and Cleanliness
Topic 3.2 Quiz
Topic 3.3: Worker Protection Standard (WPS) in Agriscience
Topic 3.3 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Green Valley Farms: PPE Standards
Chapter 3: Vocabulary
Chapter 3: Project
Chapter 3: Post-assessment
Chapter 4 Overview
Chapter 4: Pre-assessment
Topic 4.1: Animals and Agriculture
Topic 4.1 Quiz
Topic 4.2: Identify Species
Topic 4.2 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Navigating Animal Management Challenges
Topic 4.3: Animal Handling Safety
Topic 4.3 Quiz
Topic 4.4: Quality Care in Animal Agriculture
Topic 4.4 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Navigating Animal Handling and Care Challenges
Chapter 4: Vocabulary
Chapter 4: Project
Chapter 4: Post-assessment
Chapter 5 Overview
Chapter 5: Pre-assessment
Topic 5.1: Principles of Plant Biology
Topic 5.1 Quiz
Topic 5.2: Plant Nutrients and Delivery
Topic 5.2 Quiz
Topic 5.3: Necessary Factors for Seed Growth
Topic 5.3 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Revitalizing Oakridge Valley Farm
Chapter 5: Vocabulary
Chapter 5: Project
Chapter 5: Post-assessment
Chapter 6 Overview
Chapter 6: Pre-assessment
Topic 6.1: Microorganisms & Foodborne Illness
Topic 6.1 Quiz
Topic 6.2: Allergens Present in a Food Product
Topic 6.2 Quiz
Topic 6.3: Distinguish Between Sources of Food Contamination
Topic 6.3 Quiz
Scenario Based Activity: Ensuring Food Safety at Willow Creek Farms
Chapter 6: Vocabulary
Chapter 6: Project
Chapter 6: Post-assessment
Includes the following features
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E-textbook
Each course includes a complete e-textbook. The topics are chunked and embedded. Ideal for informing discussions or assigning homework.
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Read-Along
Listen - a read-along feature designed to support auditory learners is available in every course. This feature is available at the top of every topic page. Simply click on the "play" icon and start listening.
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Comprehensive Grade Book
Save valuable time by eliminating the need to create additional lessons. All MSi courses generate grades automatically from students as they complete knowledge checks, practice activities, quizzes, and projects. These grades are automatically entered into the MSi LMS (Learning Management System). You can easily import these grades into your district's grade book.
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Assessments to Track Progress
Easily measure your students learning gains and identify any knowledge gaps. At the beginning of every chapter, there is a pre-assessment. Once students have completed the chapter there will be a post-assessment. You’ll see these scores immediately so you can proceed accordingly.
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Focus Mode
To make it easier to concentrate, MSi offers a Focus Mode. This tool removes elements on the page that can be distracting. We’ve found this feature to be very helpful, particularly for visual learners.
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Course Completion Badge
Share accomplishments! Upon completion of the course with a grade of 80% or higher, students are eligible for a course completion badge that is designed to be displayed on LinkedIn and other social media channels.
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Course Completion Certificate
Showcase success! After completion of the course with a grade of 80% or higher, students are eligible for a printable course completion certificate.
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