Standard 7 - Facilities, Equipment, Technology, and Materials
This element addresses the alignment, appropriateness, and safety of the physical/material components of the program of study, including laboratories, classrooms, computers, industry-specific equipment, and tools and supplies that support learning.
Greenhouse Redesign.pdfFor standard seven, I chose to showcase my greenhouse redesign project I did as a final for a greenhouse management class at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. This assignment was to take a greenhouse and redesign it so it was up to industry standards and better suited for students as well as the community. This involved creating a new layout for a greenhouse that would be more efficient and safe for students to work in this facility. Also, the project attached highlights what classes can make use of this greenhouse, which encourages more than just the greenhouse management class to use this facility. This project shows how physical structural components support learning while students are using safe and appropriate methods to use and maintain this educational space. Having a greenhouse for students to be active in is not only beneficial because of the hands-on components, but also allows a new and different method of delivery for students. Instead of sitting in a classroom looking at photos of plants, with a well-maintained facility, students can go outside and expand their knowledge in a new and engaging way. Also, having a safe facility held to industry standards can introduce students to career practices and requirements. Keeping an industry-level facility will benefit all those who come in contact with this structure while also helping the school district as a whole.
table saw lesson 1.pdftable saw lesson 2.pdftable saw lesson 3.pdfTable Saw Parts Assessment.pdfThis artifact is a great display of standard seven. Attached is a bundle of different resources for teaching how to use the table saw safely. This allows students to safely use industry-specific equipment in laboratories that support learning. Learning how to use a table saw is very beneficial for students because it teaches them safe practices while showing students industry-level equipment. A table saw is one of the pieces of equipment that gets used in a multitude of classes. It is a large piece of equipment; however, understanding how to utilize this safely will allow students access to many more projects that could enhance their learning. Many classes utilize the lab's equipment, which will prepare students for post-graduation facilities and industry standards. As a teacher, I recognize how important it is to prepare students for what is to come after high school. This is why having safe practices for pieces of equipment is a part of my curriculum standards and program objectives. Managing equipment is a part of being a successful Career and Technical Education teacher, and educating students about how to safely use and maintain these pieces of equipment is an important aspect of the job.
Table saw safety test.pdf