Exploring Agriscience
Herren, Ray V
ISBN 10: 0827358091 ISBN 13: 9780827358096
Published by Cengage Learning, 1996
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This full-color exploratory approach to agriscience helps students develop a firm intellectual and skill-based foundation for further career exploration in Agriscience. Its easy-to-follow format accommodates a middle school student s need for a broad introduction to such subjects as horticulture, animal science, environmental science, biotechnology, and careers in these and agricultural-related fields. Numerous hands-on exercises and superb full-color photos and illustrations illuminate and reinforce major principles, while highlighted articles, featuring FFA Career Development Events, prepare students for later participation in FFA contests..
About the Author: Ray V. Herren has been actively involved in agriculture for most of his life. He grew up on a diversified farm, where he played a major role in the production of livestock. He obtained a bachelor of science degree in agricultural education from Auburn University, a master's degree in agribusiness education from Alabama A & M, and a doctorate in vocational education (with an emphasis in agricultural education) from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. Dr. Herren has taught at Virginia Tech, Oregon State University, and the University of Georgia in Athens, where he recently retired as head of the Department of Agriculture Leadership, Education, and Communication. In addition to being a national leader in the Future Farmers of America (FFA) Alumni organization, he has served on numerous committees from the local to international level, including a national task force to develop FFA programs for middle school and the National Committee for Career Development Events. His prolific scholarly activity includes 26 journal articles, 51 invited or refereed presentations, and 12 books and manuals. He has also earned several awards for his commitment to service, as well as UGA's prestigious College of Education Outstanding Teaching Award.
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Title: Exploring Agriscience
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Publication Date: 1996
Binding: hardcover
Condition: Good