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WEEK 4
Become a Scientist
Day 1
CAREER PROFILE: LABORATORY MANAGER
Let's start with exploring Chris Grainger's career as a laboratory manager. In his job, Chris conducts research projects involving plant breeding and genetics. Specifically, he uses DNA technologies to determine the important genes in soybean plants. Are you interested in his career?
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Reflect on the following question: What are the links between agriculture and Chris' job? Is he a part of the Ag sector?
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Week 1: Day 1
LETS GET CREATIVE!
CREATE & INSPIRE: WHAT IS FOR LUNCH?
DISCOVER & EXPLORE
Week 1: Day 2
Day 2
Participate in this interactive AITC-Newfoundland and Labrador video to learn about technology used in agriculture!
Why is technology so important to agriculture? How does it help the Ag industry?
EXPLORE & LEARN
Complete this Word Search!
EXPLORE & CONNECT
CREATE & INSPIRE: WHAT IS FOR LUNCH?
DISCOVER & EXPLORE
Day 3
INTRODUCTION TO FOOD SCIENCE
What exactly is food science and why should you study it? Learn more about how you can have a dynamic career in STEM, business, education and more!
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Watch this video and complete the activity below!
Week 1: Day 3
LETS GET CREATIVE!
CREATE & INSPIRE: WHAT IS FOR LUNCH?
EXPERIENCE & CONNECT
Day 4
DISCOVER & EXPLORE
DISCOVER & EXPLORE
CREATE & INSPIRE: WHAT IS FOR LUNCH?
READ & LEARN
Day 5
EXPLORE & CONNECT
Week 1: Day 4
Week 1: Day 5
WEEKLY CHALLENGE
What Happens When Farming Goes High-Tech?
Soil maps, GPS guidance, and even drones are becoming critical tools for modern farmers. Watch this National Geographic video to learn more about these methods of precision agriculture. Make sure to pay attention as this video will be important to complete the weekly challenge.
Once you have completed your weekly challenge, a token will become available. Print your token and glue it to your certificate. Congratulations you are a master Evergreen!
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