Arborversity Curriculum Feedback (Weed Identification)

Following the curriculum workshops, we have stepped into the next phase of the Arborversity Horticulture Training Program: crafting the curriculum framework! As we begin developing this curriculum, we are seeking your feedback to ensure that the content we develop accurately represents the needs of public garden professionals. Thank you!

Please refer to this list of learning objectives related to weed identification (also repeated in the questions, below). To develop these learning objectives, we referred to information provided in the workshops regarding common tasks, challenges, and existing training at public gardens and arboreta, as well as suggestions from AI. Once finalized, we will use these learning objectives to guide the development of other curriculum content and materials, ensuring that what we create is relevant and applicable to public garden professionals.

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* 1. Rank the learning objectives in order of practical application, with those most applicable at the top. In other words, which of these learning objectives would have the greatest impact on you / your team’s ability to do your jobs well?

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* 2. When should an employee ideally achieve these learning objectives?

	Before starting the role	Within the first week	Within the first month	Within the first three months	Within the first year	As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings.	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify and name common types of weeds encountered in public garden settings. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals.	By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to distinguish dangerous or allergenic species, such as those that can cause rashes or toxic reactions in humans or harm to wildlife or zoo animals. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake.	By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize commonly misidentified “lookalike” weeds and avoid removing desirable plants by mistake. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants.	By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to define and differentiate between weeds, invasives, native, and non-native plants. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used.	By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to describe how a weed’s life cycle can influence the timing and type of control method used. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal.	By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to select and properly use common mechanical tools for weed removal. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate.	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to identify key considerations for evaluating whether and when chemical control may be appropriate. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants.	By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to apply appropriate safety precautions when working with hazardous plants. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers.	By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to communicate weed-related observations and concerns clearly with colleagues and volunteers. As they advance (beyond the first year)
By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices.	By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices. Before starting the role	By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices. Within the first week	By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices. Within the first month	By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices. Within the first three months	By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices. Within the first year	By the end of this course, you will be able to analyze garden scenarios and determine appropriate weed management actions based on context and best practices. As they advance (beyond the first year)