http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ A search of MERLOT materials Copyright 1997-2013 MERLOT. All rights reserved. Fri, 24 May 2013 22:35:01 PDT Fri, 24 May 2013 22:35:01 PDT http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/images/merlot.gif http://www.merlot.org:80/merlot/ 44 34 http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=598064 In this film, we’ll explore methods for engaging learners through the experience of a field trip. When students perform meaningful tasks in the field, the activity becomes a form of concrete, experiential learning. This instructional film is from Kansas State University's web-based course, GENAG 721, Occupational and Agricultural Safety and Health Interventions. Copyright 2011, Mitch Ricketts. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=86377 A fifteen day unit for teaching an introduction to horticulture. The unit contains five detailed lesson plans. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=377128 ״Seeing animals such as cattle and horses up close and personal is an excellent educational experience for elementary age students. But young people who have not been around animals other than pets should learn appropriate safety guidelines. \״Livestock Safety for Kids\" is a fast paced video designed for students to view before taking field trips to petting zoo\'s, fairs or farms. The video uses young people to illustrate the right way to interact with livestock and stay safe.״ The video is available for purchase on DVD, but can be played online. It is about 11 minutes in length. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=658494 Same-level Falls. This educational film explores causes and prevention of same-level falls in workplaces. It is a 27:45 YouTube video. Major topics include 1. slipping on slick floor and ground surfaces, 2. tripping on loose objects, 3. stumbling on uneven walkways and rugged terrain, and 4. activities that contribute to falls. This film is from Kansas State University's web-based course, GENAG 712, Occupational and Agricultural Injury Prevention. Copyright 2012, Mitch Ricketts. For an illustrated transcript, copy and paste this web address into your browser http://www.ksre.ksu.edu/agsafe/p.aspx?tabid=59If the link doesn't work, try copying and pasting it into your web browser. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=377136 ״This video was produced by the Southeast Center for Agricultural Health and Injury Prevention specifically for AgDARE. The video takes the viewer to a farm and plays various farm sounds at different decibel levels. These hearing loss simulations are based on actual audiograms of farmers with hearing loss. Included in the video is a segment that demonstrates the sounds of the human voice when heard through these different levels of loss." The video is available online or can be purchased. It is 7 minutes in length. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=76840 Tobacco, one of the most prominent crops grown by natives of North Carolina in the 1500's, has intrigued botanists ever since their first encounter with what they called the "divine herb." This site tells of tobacco from its history to farm life. It tells everything your ever wanted to know about tobacco. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=377138 ״This video stresses the importance of installing Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS), as well as wearing seat belts and exercising caution when operating a tractor. Through commentary from a farmer\'s widow and a survivor, viewers are reminded of the terrible consequences that can result from a rollover when the operator is not protected by the ROPS and seat belt.״ The video can be ordered for free or is visible online for free. it is about 18 minutes in length. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=377116 '״Be Safe and Sound (Says Safety Hound)" presents a motivational introduction, followed by ten brief messages which provide informational reminders about critical aspects of farm and rural safety. Farmers, farm families, Farm Safety Committee members, and the University of Vermont Extension System characters Safety Houng and Safety Hound, Jr. are featured. Titles include: -- Safe Up Your Workplace! -- Tinker Safely! -- Be Safe with Outdoor Housekeeping! -- Be Electric Smart! -- Work Wisely with Chemicals! -- Suit Up for Safety! -- Kids Aren\'t LIttle Adults! -- Stay on the Road to Safety! -- It's Not Cool to Lose Your Cool! -- Operate Safely!' http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=86372 A unit for teaching biotechnology over a period of 15 days. The unit includes five detailed lesson plans. http://www.merlot.org/merlot/viewMaterial.htm?id=668646 A lesson plan and accompanying materials for Florida farmers and law enforcement personnel with information about the threat of and preventative measures of terrorism targeting agricultural resources.