AGST 5530 - Teaching Methods in Agricultural Systems

3 unit(s)

This course equips future agricultural educators to design and deliver safe, standards-based ag mechanics instruction. Candidates develop lessons, manage projects, and apply problem-solving in shop and field settings. Emphasis is placed on tool safety, project construction, and efficient shop management. Students integrate digital tools, industry standards, and global perspectives to enhance learning. Through demonstrations, peer evaluations, and reflection, candidates strengthen communication and teaching practices while fostering ethical responsibility and community engagement to support effective agricultural education programs. This course is a requirement for the Agricultural Specialist Credential, regulated by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC).

Agricultural Specialist Credential

Prerequisites: The student must be accepted into the Agricultural Credential Program

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