ASL105 | Employee Development and Training -- November 2025
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Welcome to the Employee Development and Training Classroom!
Materials for module 1 will be available beginning November 12. If this is your first Agricultural Supervisory Leadership course, we recommend that you complete the activities in the Learning Moodle (LM) module before the course begins.Accessibility Notice: We aim to make all learning materials accessible. If you need resources or information from this site in an alternate format, please email Rachel McCarthy or call (607) 255-7871.-
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If you are new to online learning or you have never used Moodle before, this resource (book) will provide guidance to help you navigate the online platform and utilize its learning activities and resources. It is intended for those using Moodle on a computer and will be less relevant to individuals using the Moodle app. The more comfortable you are using Moodle the better your overall learning experience will be.
To navigate through the book, click the forward or back arrows on each page. You can also navigate through the book using the table of contents.
Should you have questions about Moodle, how to access a particular activity or resource, or getting started with the Moodle app, email Rachel McCarthy.
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A collection of How-To videos for those looking for a little more on using Moodle.
NOTE: Images may look different in these videos, but the processes are similar.
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Get to know your classmates + one thing
Before Tuesday, November 18, introduce yourself using this discussion forum. Click add a new discussion topic and complete both parts of the assignment.
- Get to know your classmates. Write several sentences about
yourself and your farm. You can include where you live, the type of farm you work at,
and a little bit about your role on the farm.
- Share one interesting thing about yourself that is NOT work-related.
- Get to know your classmates. Write several sentences about
yourself and your farm. You can include where you live, the type of farm you work at,
and a little bit about your role on the farm.
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In this opening lesson of Employee Training and Development, Dr. Bob Milligan explains why effective training and development are vital for both employee growth and farm success. He introduces the key differences between training, development, and career planning, and shows how motivation, competence, and connection help people thrive at work. This lesson sets the stage for becoming a champion of learning and continuous improvement on your team.
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What creative training ideas have you used, thought of, or seen elsewhere that you can share with the group? Your example doesn’t have to be from the farm, it could be an example from a creative teacher you had in school!
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This article from Gallup suggests three employee developments for today. Pay particular attention to the strengths and internal advancement discussions.
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In this lesson, Kaitlyn Lutz builds on Dr. Bob's introduction to training and development. She explains how adults learn and shares practical ways to make on-farm training more engaging, effective, and relevant to everyday work.
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Watch this video on adult learning and think about how you can make one of your on-farm trainings more engaging. Remember, this increases retention, meaning that your training will not be a waste of time!
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Dr. Bob shares three strategies to help you grow as a trainer: build on your strengths, understand how people learn, and provide clarity. He explains why focusing on what you do well leads to greater improvement, how to engage employees in active learning, and why clear expectations are essential for motivation and success.
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Now it’s your turn to apply what you’ve learned! Think about a specific training session or skill you plan to teach on your farm. Use the ideas from this module to create a short plan for how you will make it a great learning experience.
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Now that you have drafted your plan, share a few insights about the process. What worked well? What was challenging? What did you notice when thinking about the “why” behind your training?
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This article from Gallup builds on the discussion in the video about focusing on strengths.
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Module 1 Weekly Zoom Discussion
Date: November 18, 2025
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Time: 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)Meeting ID: 951 2862 3310
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Post any comments or questions regarding the content covered this week here, that way the entire class can benefit!
Also, if you are unable to attend the weekly Zoom meeting, use this Forum to ask a question or post ideas from a module exercise. Please keep topics and questions focused on the material covered in this module.
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