Pork Production 10, 20

Program evaluation is the systematic process of gathering and analyzing information about some aspect of a school program in order to make a decision, or to communicate to others what is happening in a program.

By its nature, Pork Production 10, 20 can accommodate the interests and needs of each student. The course also depends on the co-operation of farmers-trainers. Although assessment is time-consuming, the course should be assessed regularly to ensure that:

· the co-operating farmer-trainer/student relationship is successfully operating

· the program provides meaningful awareness, adequate exploration opportunities, and relevant experiences.

Techniques for gathering and analyzing information about the course include anecdotal records and interviews as well as surveys at various times of the year. The information that is gathered can be used to make decisions about the program in future years.

Roles, Responsibilities and Accountability

The following tables indicate the roles of teachers, farmer-trainers and students involved in Pork Production 10, 20.

Teacher

Read, interpret and comply with policy regarding Work Study.

Identify course needs of students and ensure the registration process.

Determine if the work site is acceptable. Facilitate the location and approval of a suitable training site. The co-operating farmers-trainers should:

· be qualified in the occupation

· be able and willing to give direction to the student

· have time to supervise and give direction.

Ensure that the work place is safe, complying with Occupational Health and Safety Standards.

Supervise the student’s on-site work experience in accordance with school and Saskatchewan Learning policies.

Monitor student and co-operating farmer-trainer on a regular basis for progress and results on training.

Provide for sound education program for students.

Evaluate students.

Student

Show initiative in taking the course and understanding the course requirements.

Establish an individual learning contract.

Participate in training sessions, symposiums, and meetings.

Learn the knowledge and skills outlined in the course to the level required.

Work with the co-operating farmer-trainer to learn and acquire basic competencies.

Maintain records in the Student Reference Manual.

Keep records, prepare reports, and complete other evaluation procedures required by the teacher to receive Secondary Level credit in the course.

Co-operating Farmer-Trainer

Participate in an orientation to the ATEC Program.

Spend time and energy to help in the training of the student.

Provide a safe, learning environment for the student.

Ensure that the student has achieved competence in the skills according to the various standards outlined in the course.

Communicate with the teacher on the student’s program.

* These tables have been modified from Battle River Regional Division #31 (1997), Green Certificate Program: Handbook for Administrators and School Coordinators, Camrose, AB.

Program Evaluation

Roles, Responsibilities and Accountability