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 watering (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 explain the factors that influence watering needs, including soil texture and structure, plant species and maturity, weather, and site conditions.
By the end of this course, you will be able to assess soil moisture and plant condition to determine whether watering is needed and how much to apply.
By the end of this course, you will be able to demonstrate correct watering techniques for hand watering, hoses, and irrigation systems, minimizing waste and plant stress.
By the end of this course, you will be able to recognize the signs of overwatering and underwatering and explain how each affects plant health.
By the end of this course, you will be able to adjust watering practices in response to weather, soil conditions, seasonal changes, and plant establishment stage.
By the end of this course, you will be able to explain why watering practices matter for plant health, sustainability, and the overall appearance of the garden.

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