Identifying Current/Local Issues
Competency A2. Examine and explain issues, regulations, and public policies impacting AFNR systems.Competency D3. Evaluate and develop solutions for AFNR impacts.
Description
Things are always changing in the world, so reading about your local events is a great way to learn about things that are happening around you. Some examples of current issues could be pollution, erosion, eutrophication, etc. This could be a great way to introduce students to the Ag Issues contest.
Resources
- US News Farming News
- MI Farm Bureau Current Issues
- Current Event Analysis Worksheet
- Eutrophication in Lake Erie Video
Teaching Methods
Brainstorming, Lecture Discussion, Paired or Small Group Discussion, Demonstration, Field Trip, Resource People, Supervised Study, Debate