Research Session A – Technology Applications

Chair: Ryan Anderson, Virginia Tech

Discussant: David Doerfert, Texas Tech University

Facilitators: Shane Robinson, University of Missouri & Jonathan Velez, The Ohio State University

Impacts of an Audience Response System on Student Achievement in High School Agriscience Courses – John W. Conoley, East Carolina University; D. Barry Croom, Gary E. Moore & James L. Flowers, North Carolina State University

Preservice-Teachers’ Knowledge and Teaching Comfort Levels for Applied Agricultural Science and Technology Area Objectives – Shannon H. Degenhart, Texas A&M University; Tim Pannkuk, San Houston State University; Judith White, Jenna Smith & Gary J. Wingenbach, Texas A&M University

Differences in Agricultural Science Teachers’ Knowledge and Attitudes of Biotechnology: A Case Study – Diana Mowen, T. Grady Roberts, Gary J. Wingenbach & Julie F. Harlin, Texas A&M University

Barriers, Roles, and Information Source Preferences of Agricultural Science Teachers for Teaching Biotechnology: A Case Study - Diana L. Mowen, T. Grady Roberts, Gary J. Wingenbach & Julie F. Harlin, Texas A&M University

Research Session B – Curriculum Integration

Chair: Dennis Duncan, University of Georgia

Discussant: Kirby Barrick, University of Florida

Facilitators: Brian Haines, Purdue University & Julie Murphy, University of Kentucky

Mathematics Enhancement in Horticulture Curriculum: An Exploratory Examination of Teacher Concerns During Initial Implementation – Daniel J. Jansen, Larry G. Enochs & Gregory W. Thompson, Oregon State University

Advanced Life Sciences: Student Perceptions of a College Preparatory Curriculum Taught Through Agricultural Education – Alexandria I. Huerta & Mark A. Balschweid, Purdue University

Does Curriculum Integration Intervention to Improve the Mathematics Achievement of Students Diminish Their Acquisition of Technical Competence? An Experimental Study in Agricultural Mechanics –Brian Parr, Murray State University; M. Craig Edwards & James G. Leising, Oklahoma State University

Selected Effects of a Curriculum Integration Intervention on the Mathematics Performance of Secondary Students Enrolled in an Agricultural Power and Technology Course: An Experimental Study - Brian Parr, Murray State University ; M. Craig Edwards & James G. Leising, Oklahoma State University

Research Session C – Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Chair: Levon Esters, Iowa State University

Discussant: Glenn Shinn, Texas A&M University

Facilitators: Christine Bowles, University of Kentucky & Kayla Marshall , Mississippi State University

Influence of Overtly Teaching for Critical Thinking on Critical Thinking Skills of Undergraduates in a College of Agriculture – Curt Friedel, Tracy Irani, Rick Rudd, Maria Gallo, & Erin Eckhardt, University of Florida

Type, Number, and Cognitive Level of Academic Challenges Provided by Professors – John C. Ewing, Amber Carnes, & M. Susie Whittington, The Ohio State University

An Examination of the Outcomes of a Problem-Based Learning Course in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences on College Students’ Levels of Reflective Thinking – Anna L. Ball, Mike Martin & Anton Endress, University of Illinois

Problem-Based Learning in Secondary Agriculture Classrooms: Effect of Critical Thinking and Content Knowledge – Scott Burris, Texas Tech University and Bryan L. Garton, University of Missouri

Research Session D – Preservice Teacher Education

Chair: Susan Camp, State University of New York ( Oswego )

Discussant: James Flowers, North Carolina State University

Facilitators: Adam Sconyers, Mississippi State University & Steve Harbstreit, Kansas State University

Predicting Preservice Agriculture Teachers Intentions to Teach – Steven J. Rocca, California State University , Fresno & Shannon G. Washburn, University of Florida

Preservice Agriculture Teachers Perceptions of Career Barriers and Support - Steven J. Rocca, California State University, Fresno & Shannon G. Washburn, University of Florida

Similarity, Satisfaction, and Personality Type as Factors in Matching Student Teachers with Cooperating Teachers – Tracy Kitchel, University of Kentucky & Robert M. Torres, University of Missouri

Is Personality Type Influential of the Extent Cooperating Teachers Provide Psychosocial Assistance to Student Teachers - Tracy Kitchel, University of Kentucky & Robert M. Torres, University of Missouri

Research Session E – Higher Education Issues

Chair: Jerry Peters, Purdue Universitry

Discussant: Robert Martin, Iowa State University

Facilitators: Marshall Swafford, Virginia Tech & Clark Harris, Kansas State University

 Teacher Induction Programs in Agricultural Education – Description of the Role of AAAE Higher Education Teacher Preparation Programs – Edward A. Franklin & Quint Molina, University of Arizona

Research Capacity in Agricultural Education – Brian E. Myers & Edward W. Osborne, University of Florida

Changing the Way Things Are Done, Will Distance Education Lead Higher Education Into Adopting Business World Practices – Paula M. Teig & W. Wade Miller, Iowa State University

The Role of Critiqued Reflection in Improving the Perceived Leadership Competencies of Undergraduates During a Ten Week Professional Internship – Nicole P. Stedman, Tracy A. Rutherford, & T. Grady Roberts, Texas A&M University

Research Session F – Elementary and Middle School Programs

Chair: Greg Thompson, Oregon State University

Discussant: Barbara Kirby, North Carolina State University

Facilitators: Karen Fritz, Texas Tech University & Beth Wilson, North Carolina State University

Interactive Agricultural Experiences of 4 th Grade Students in the Arid Southwest: An Examination of the Impact of Hands-on Learning Experiences as a Component of Agriculture in the Classroom Curriculum – Rodney B. Glassman, Jack Elliot, & James Knight, University of Arizona

Middle School Students’ Attitudes Toward Pursuing Careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math – Shannon H. Degenhart, Gary J. Wingenbach, Kim E. Dooley, James r. Lindner, Diana L. Mowen & Larry Johnson, Texas A&M University

Analysis and Evaluation of the Animal Biosecurity Education Program for Youth – Andrea Gregory-Kreps, Purdue University

Analysis and Evaluation of the Animal Biosecurity Education Program for Youth: A Look at Attitudes - Andrea Gregory-Kreps, Purdue University

Research Session G – Special Needs

Chair: Matt Spindler, State University of New York ( Oswego )

Discussant: Randol Waters, University of Tennessee

Facilitators: Moriah Jennings , Texas Tech University & John Cannon, Virginia Tech

Strategies Employed by North Carolina Agriculture Teachers in Serving Students with Mild to Moderate Learning Abilities – Jennifer Richardson, North Mecklenburg (NC) HS & Shannon G. Washburn, University of Florida

Student Teachers’ Confidence in Teaching Special Needs Students in Agricultural Education Classrooms and Laboratories – John Kessell, Western Kentucky University; Gary J. Wingenbach, Texas A&M University; Hansel Burley, David Lawver, Steven Fraze & Chad Davis, Texas Tech University

Relationships Between Special Education Confidence, Knowledge, and Selected Demographics - John Kessell, Western Kentucky University; Gary J. Wingenbach, Texas A&M University; Hansel Burley, David Lawver, Steven Fraze & Chad Davis, Texas Tech University

Student Teachers’ Knowledge of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act - John Kessell, Western Kentucky University; Gary J. Wingenbach, Texas A&M University; Hansel Burley, David Lawver, Steven Fraze & Chad Davis, Texas Tech University

Research Session H – Field Experiences

Chair: Brian Warnick, Utah State University

Discussant: Gary Briers, Texas A&M University

Facilitators: Lacy Quebe, Texas Tech University & Amy Rae Mounce, University of Missouri

A Model for Implementing Early Field Experiences in Teacher Education – Michael S. Retallick & Greg Miller, Iowa State University

Documents Used in Early Field Experiences in Agricultural Education - Michael S. Retallick & Greg Miller, Iowa State University

An Assessment of Teaching Interns’ Level of Proficiency on State Standards Prior to and at the Completion of the Teaching Internship – Jacqueline L. Campbell, Northwest Missouri Technical School; Bryan L. Garton & J. Shane Robinson, University of Missouri

Total Program Efficacy: A Comparison of Traditionally and Alternatively Certified Agriculture Teachers – Dennis W. Duncan & John C. Ricketts, University of Georgia

Research Session I – Minority Issues

Chair: Donna Graham, University of Arkansas

Discussant: Marcus Comer, North Carolina A&T University

Facilitators: John Ewing, The Ohio State University & Paula Faulkner, Penn State University

 Recruitment and Retention Strategies Utilized by 1890 Land Grant Institutions in Relation to African American Students – Antoine Alston & Johnnie Westbrook, North Carolina A&T University

Assessment of Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences Members’ Leadership Skills and Professional Development – Marney Dorsey, Patreese Ingram, & Rama Radhakrishna, The Pennsylvania State University

Issues Facing Urban Agriscience Teachers: A Delphi Study – Wendy Warner & Shannon G. Washburn, University of Florida

Social Barriers Perceived by Female Small-Scale Agricultural Producers – Elizabeth Maeda, George Wardlow, & Jefferson Miller, University of Arkansas

Research Session J – Leadership

Chair: Barry Boyd, Texas A&M University

Discussant: Tracy Hoover, Penn State University

Facilitators: Reynold Gardner , Oregon State University & Curt Friedel, University of Florida

Developing Leadership Skills in Agricultural Education: A Synthesis of Literature – Kara S. Butters & Anna L. Ball, University of Illinois

The Relationship Between Participation in Community Service Learning Projects and Life Skills Development in 4-H Leadership Activities – Connie Phelps, University of Arkansas & Joe Kotrlik, Louisiana State University

Agricultural Education Students’ Attitudes About and Barriers to Participation in Leadership Activities – James Connors, The Ohio State University & Benjamin Swan, Cal Poly – San Louis Obispo

An Examination of Selected Life Skill Development for Louisiana 4-H Club Officers – Mark G. Tassin, LSU AgCenter; Chadwick C. Higgins, LSU AgCenter; Joe W. Kotrlik, Louisiana State University & Janet E. Fox, LSU AgCenter

Research Session K – Career Choice

Chair: Rusty Miller, Virginia Tech

Discussant: Gary Jackson, Mississippi State University

Facilitators: Christopher Stripling, University of Georgia & Adam Sconyers, Mississippi State University

Impacts and Benefits of a College Wide Learning and Work Experience Program – Charles R. Steiner & Michael S. Retallick , Iowa State University

Non-Technical Skills and Traits Needed to be Career Ready Graduates as Perceived by Agribusiness Employers and Recruiters – Thomas Brand, Stacy Gartin, Harry Boone, & Deborah Boone, West Virginia University

Tracking Agricultural Education Graduates’ Career Choice, Job Satisfaction, and Employability Skills – Bryan L. Garton & J. Shane Robinson, University of Missouri

Career Choices and Career Experiences Among Women in Secondary Agricultural Education – Kathleen D. Kelsey, Oklahoma State University

Research Session L – Beginning Agriculture Teachers

Chair: Travis Park, Cornell University

Discussant: Grady Roberts, Texas A&M University

Facilitators: Mike Martin, University of Illinois & Kayla Marshall , Mississippi State University

Inservice Needs of Beginning Agriculture Teachers – Shannon G. Washburn & James E. Dyer, University of Florida

Relationships of Teachers and Program Variables to Beginning Agriculture Teachers’ Sense of Efficacy – Jennifer Wheeler & Neil A. Knobloch, University of Illinois

Experiences of the First Year of Teaching Secondary Agricultural Education: A Report of a National Study – Brian K. Warnick, Utah State University; Gregory S. Thompson, Oregon State University & Rudy S. Tarpley, Utah State University

Perceptions of Beginning Teachers: A Comparison of Two Formal Mentoring Arrangements – Bradley Greiman, University of Minnesota; Robert Torres, University of Missouri; Scott Burris, Texas Tech University; & Tracy Kitchel, University of Kentucky