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Develop skills in public and extemporaneous speaking.

Demonstrate the correct use of parliamentary procedures in a meeting.

Media Communication

Develop skills to produce radio and television ads and promotions related to agriculture.

Demonstrate techniques and skills required to produce creative works and multimedia presentations related to agriculture for a variety of audiences.

Produce print-quality newspaper and magazine articles, including both news and features.

Produce brochures and print media advertisements.

Demonstrate skills for photography and videography used in communications.

Utilize electronic media to promote agriculture and educate consumers.

Plan, organize, and deliver a sales presentation.

Obtain and present information on the origins and evolution of agricultural journalism.

Communication Technology

Demonstrate legal and ethical use of technology systems and digital content for an agribusiness.

Assess safe and ethical uses of social networking and electronic communication for an agribusiness.

Utilize the Internet for research, e-mail, and basic communication processes.

Utilize technology to communicate and maintain records on supervised agricultural experience programs.

Utilize software used for agribusiness tasks related to business reports, word processing, publishing, presentations, and computer graphics.

Leadership

Describe the importance of leadership in agricultural communication.

Differentiate among types of leaders in the agribusiness setting, indicating positive and negative aspects of each leadership style.

Discuss the reasons for an agricultural communications leader to follow rules and regulations, practice ethical standards, and convey expectations for others to do the same.

Explain how an effective leader uses time management techniques in the agricultural communication industry.

Agricultural Engines

Foundational Standards

Incorporate safety procedures in handling, operating, and maintaining equipment; utilizing materials and protective equipment; maintaining a safe work area; and handling hazardous materials and forces.

Demonstrate effective workplace and employability skills, including communication, awareness of diversity, positive work ethic, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork.

Explore the range of careers available in the field, investigate their educational requirements, and demonstrate job-seeking skills including resume-writing and interviewing.

Demonstrate digital literacy by using digital and electronic tools appropriately, safely, and ethically.

Participate in a Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) to increase knowledge and skills and to enhance leadership and teamwork.

Participate in Supervised Agricultural Experiences and/or work-based, experiential, and service learning.

Tools

Identify specific tools used on agricultural engines and demonstrate their use.

Four-Stroke Engines

Explain how a four-stroke engine operates.

Identify parts of a four-stroke engine.