Standard 5: Engaging Instruction

This Monocot Dicot Lesson showcases my ability to create and deliver engaging, student-centered CTE instruction. Through an inquiry-based experiment, the lesson encourages students to apply their understanding of monocot and dicot characteristics in a hands-on, authentic scenario. Students are tasked with identifying mystery seeds by examining structural differences between monocots and dicots, reinforcing their learning through practical application. This lesson effectively integrates academic and technical knowledge, demonstrating how understanding seed structures is essential in real-world agricultural contexts. By exploring the importance of seed identification, students gain valuable insights into how this knowledge can be applied in professional agricultural practices, fostering meaningful and relevant learning experiences.

This artifact, from my involvement in bringing agriculture to elementary classrooms, demonstrates my ability to design and deliver engaging, effective CTE instruction. The program enabled me to teach lessons that focused on student-centered learning, utilizing problem-solving activities and inquiry-based methods to show younger students the impact of agriculture on their lives. Through this experience, I learned how to foster a positive learning environment that emphasizes respect, collaboration, and active engagement. I developed skills in creating an inclusive space where every student feels valued and empowered to thrive, ensuring that all learners can actively participate and benefit from the content.