Standard #1: Standards-Aligned Curriculum

This artifact is a collection of 3 lesson plans for 3 different courses in Intro to AFNR, Animal Science, and Welding with an emphasis on formative and summative assessment. This artifact demonstrates my ability to design and implement a standards-aligned and integrated curriculum that meets multiple criteria for high-quality CTE, most specifically industry alignment, core subject integration, and authentic learning. 

Each lesson plan reflects strong industry alignment by incorporating by being mindful of Nebraska Agricultural Education Content Standards to ensure students gain skills relevant to their respective fields. For example, the Intro to AFNR lesson plan is focused on teaching propagation techniques and plant anatomy, which align with agricultural industry practices. Similarly, the animal science lesson engages students in identifying an anatomical structure through a fetal pig dissection, a foundational skill for those pursuing careers in animal science. The welding lesson focuses on precision measurement, utilizing industry-standard tools and mathematical calculations that mirror real-world tasks in fabrication and manufacturing. 

Authentic learning is central to these lesson plans, with hands-on activities that bridge theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Students propagate plants, dissect specimens, and calculate the cost of materials -- all tasks that mirror industry challenges and encourage critical thinking, teamwork, and communication. The use of formative assessments, such as guided questioning and collaborative discussions, alongside summative evaluations like exit tickets, ensures continuous learning and skill application. 

The welding lesson plan on the calculation of project costs, integrates core subjects in math, but remains relevant to the subject at hand as students will have the opportunity to create their projects, but must remain under a specified budget. 

This is a 5-unit Scope and Sequence for a Welding Course under the assumption that it is a one-semester course with 90-minute class periods and showcases I am ready to implement industry alignment in curriculum, employability skills, and core subject integration. The first unit is complete with assessments (fully developed as well), detailed daily lesson plans, as well as having an inclusivity daily plan. This incorporates industry-validated technical standards that are aligned with content standards for core subjects. There is a strong emphasis on employability skills, with lots of opportunities for students to practice these skills. This allows students to apply knowledge in authentic scenarios and should be reviewed with all relevant stakeholders during implementation. This will be implemented by utilizing unit, lesson, and inclusivity plans daily during the semester while teaching Welding I.