Issue:
July/August 2026
Theme Issue Title:
Advancing Middle Level Learning in Agricultural Education
With a focus on curriculum and instructional strategies, program development, student engagement, and emerging issues and innovative approaches, practitioners, teacher educators, and other professionals share their best practices to advance middle school agricultural education. As agricultural education programs continue to increase across the United States, it has become essential to place emphasis on this diverse group of learners. This issue seeks to provide tips and tricks for all teachers as they promote high quality learning in their classrooms.
Theme Editor:
Dr. Jacob Englin
Assistant Professor
South Dakota State University
jacob.englin@sdstate.edu
Issue:
September/October 2026
Theme Issue Title:
Cultivating Inclusion in Agricultural Education
This issue highlights inclusive pedagogical practices that promote success for students from diverse backgrounds and varying abilities, including students receiving special education services, gifted and talented learners, and English as a Second Language (ESL) students. Through hands-on learning, supervised agricultural experiences, and leadership development opportunities, agricultural education provides a unique platform for all students to build knowledge and confidence, develop leadership skills, and enhance career readiness. By embracing inclusive pedagogy, educators can ensure that every learner has access to meaningful, engaging, and transformative experiences that allow all learners to grow, lead, and thrive.
Theme Editor:
Dr. Joy Morgan
Associate Professor
North Carolina State University
jemorga2@ncsu.edu
