4.2 Robotics in Agriculture
This middle school lesson, “Robotics in Agriculture” (Lesson MS.AST.4.2), introduces students to emerging technology and the use of robots in everyday life and agriculture. Through hands-on robot building, YouTube video comparisons of human vs. robotic sheep shearing, and a pro/con sorting activity, students identify the advantages and disadvantages of robotics innovations in agriculture. It is part of the Middle School Food and Agricultural Literacy Curriculum (Pork Checkoff).
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- As a result of this unit the students will recognize the significance of emerging technology in agriculture.
- As a result of this lesson the students will identify pros and cons of robotics innovations in agriculture.
- Time required
- Instruction time for this lesson: 45 minutes.
- Grade level
- Middle School
- Materials
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- Overhead projector/transparencies
- Glue sticks – one per 2 students
- Scissors – one per 2 students
- Computer with access to Youtube.com
- Writing Surface
- Robot-building supplies (cardboard boxes, pipe cleaners, newspaper, tin foil, buttons, various hats, markers, tape, etc.)
- MS.AST.4.2.AS.A – one per student
- MS.AST.4.2.AS.B – one per student
- MS.AST.4.2.AS.C – one copy, cut out and posted around room
- MS.AST.4.2.TM.A – one per teacher
- MS.AST.4.2.ASSESS.A – one per student
- Precepts
- B. Relationships; B2. Interact and work with others
- Key Terms
- Robots
- Lesson Number
- MS.AST.4.2
Downloads & Links
Aligned Standards
National Standards
- CS.10.01.01.bDiscuss the use of mechatronics (such as lasers and robotics) and their impact on AFNR systems.
- NL-ENG.K-12.12Applying Language Skills
- NS.5-8.2Physical Science
- NS.5-8.5Science and Technology
- NT.K-12.2Social, Ethical and Human Issues.