1.3 Plant Diseases and Physiological Problems
This is Lesson Three of Unit 1 (Identification) from the National FFA Organization’s nursery/landscape curriculum, focused on identifying plant diseases and physiological problems. Students take notes from a “Plant Diseases” PowerPoint, then research, present, and create visual aids on common physiological problems such as frost injury, nutrient deficiencies, and herbicide damage. The lesson includes student worksheets, notes sheets, and presentation rubrics.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Identify common diseases and physiological problems found in nursery/landscape plants.
- Evaluate the cause and effect of diseases and physiological problems in nursery/landscape plants.
- Discuss treatment and prevention strategies for diseases and physiological problems in nursery/landscape plants.
- Time required
- 60 Minutes
- Materials
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- A copy of "Diseases Notes Sheet" for each student
- Seven copies of "Physiological Problems Notes Sheet" for each student
- A copy of "Physiological Problems" worksheet for each student
- A copy of "Physiological Problems Presentation Guidelines" for each student
- "Plant Diseases" PowerPoint
- Internet access for each student group
- Quizlet, https://quizlet.com/216648720/nurserylandscape-diseases-and-physiological-problems-flash-cards/
- Resources
- 1. University of California – Pest Management Program, http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/diseases/diseaseslist.html; 2. University of Minnesota Extension, https://www.extension.umn.edu/garden/yard-garden/trees-shrubs/cedar-apple-rust-and-gymnosporangium-rusts/; 3. University of Georgia Extension, http://extension.uga.edu/publications/detail.cfm?number=B1238
- Partnership for 21st Century Skills
- Collaboration; Communication; Environmental Literacy; Information Literacy; Initiative and Self-direction; Productivity and Accountability; Think Creatively
- Created
- 01/2018 by the National FFA Organization
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Aligned Standards
AFNR Career Ready Practices
- CRP.02Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. Career-ready individuals readily access and use the knowledge and skills acquired through experience and education to be more productive.
- CRP.04Communicate clearly, effectively, and with reason. Career-ready individuals communicate thoughts, ideas and action plans with clarity, whether using written, verbal and/or visual methods.
- CRP.05Consider the environmental, social and economic impact of decisions.
- CRP.06Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
- CRP.07Employ valid and reliable research strategies. Career-ready individuals are discerning in accepting and using new information to make decisions, change practices or inform strategies.
- CRP.08Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. Career-ready individuals readily recognize problems in the workplace, understand the nature of the problem, and devise effective plans to solve the problem.
- CRP.11Use technology to enhance productivity. Career-ready individuals find and maximize the productive value of existing and new technology to accomplish workplace tasks and solve workplace problems.
Common Core – Literacy in Science & Technical Subjects: Writing
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.9-10.2.aIntroduce a topic and organize ideas, concepts, and information to make important connections and distinctions; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.9-10.7Conduct short as well as more sustained research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question) or solve a problem; narrow or broaden the inquiry when appropriate; synthesize multiple sources on the subject, demonstrating understanding of the subject under investigation.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.9-10.8Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the usefulness of each source in answering the research question; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.9-10.9Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis, reflection, and research.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.9.10.2Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/experiments, or technical processes.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.WHST.9.10.4Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
Common Core – Reading: Informational Text
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.1Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
Common Core – Speaking and Listening
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.4Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
FFA Precept
- FFA.CS-MCommunication: Effectively interact with others in personal and professional settings.
- FFA.CS-NDecision Making: Analyze a situation and execute an appropriate course of action.
- FFA.PG-JMental Growth: Embrace cognitive and intellectual development relative to reasoning, thinking and coping.
- FFA.PL-AAction: Assume responsibility and take the necessary steps to achieve the desired results, no matter what the goal or task at hand.
- FFA.PL-BRelationship: Build relationships, work as a team player and appreciate the talents of others.
- FFA.PL-CVision: Visualize the future and how to get there.
- FFA.PL-DCharacter: Conduct oneself appropriately in relation to others regardless of the situation.
- FFA.PL-EAwareness: Understand personal vision, mission and goals.