Agriculture and Forestry Part 2

Summary

In the upcoming class, students will explore the impact of climate change on agriculture, focusing on temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns. An application will be shared on the LMS for students to analyze the relationship between agriculture and climate change. The instructor encourages participation in discussions and announces deadlines for assessments and activities, with a specific emphasis on the importance of attending the class on September 1 for a crucial discussion.

Takeaways

• 🌡️ The discussion will focus on the impact of climate change, specifically changes in temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns, on agriculture and crop yields.
• 📅 An activity will be uploaded later on the Learning Management System (LMS) for students to engage with the topic.
• 🤔 Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions, which will be beneficial for understanding the relationship between agriculture and climate change.
• 🎨 The activity involves analyzing a picture and explaining the connection between agriculture and climate change based on class discussions.
• 📝 Students are expected to submit their answers through a drawing or written response.
• 📢 The first assessment deadline will be communicated later, with different deadlines for different groups.
• 🐟 For Fisheries Technology students, activities and quizzes are to be submitted by next Wednesday.
• 🗓️ There will be a rotational class schedule, with specific days allocated for different sections and activities.
• 📆 On Tuesdays, there will be no class meetings, allowing students to work on their quizzes and activities during this free time.
• 📣 A reminder for all students to join the class on Thursday for an activity and discussion, which is mandatory.
• 📅 A specific date, September 1, is highlighted for a required class discussion on the topic of climate change and its effects.

Q & A

What are the main factors mentioned that can affect crops and yields?

The main factors mentioned are changes in temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns.

What is the relationship between agriculture and climate change as discussed in the class?

The relationship is that climate change affects agriculture by altering temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns, which in turn can impact crop yields.

What is the first activity that students are required to do?

The first activity involves analyzing a picture and explaining the relationship between agriculture and climate change based on class discussion.

When will the application for the first activity be uploaded on the LMS?

The application will be uploaded later on, as indicated by the instructor.

Is it mandatory for students to be fully present during the discussion?

No, it is not mandatory for students to be fully present during the discussion, but it is advantageous for them to join the classes.

What is the deadline for the first assessment?

The deadline for the first assessment is not explicitly mentioned in the transcript, but it will be communicated later.

How will the instructor handle the different deadlines for various sections?

The instructor will provide different deadlines for different sections, such as fisheries, FT Best, FT Hunger, and other sections.

When is the activity for Fisheries Technology due?

The activity for Fisheries Technology is due next Wednesday.

On which days of the week will the class meet, according to the transcript?

The class will meet on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays (MWF).

Why will there be no class meeting on Tuesday?

There will be no class meeting on Tuesday so that students can use the time to answer their quizzes and work on their applications.

When is the next activity scheduled for the class?

The next activity is scheduled for Thursday, and all students are required to join the class discussion.

What is the specific date when students are required to join the discussion?

Students are required to join the discussion on September 1.