Hernández Aquino, Bryan José

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Efecto del programa preuniversitario “Agriculture Week Challenge” en la percepción, conocimiento y satisfacción de los estudiantes de escuela superior para seleccionar una carrera relacionada a las ciencias agrícolas
(2024-05-04) Hernández Aquino, Bryan José; Santiago Andino, Edly; College of Agricultural Sciences; Saavedra Lugo, Janitza; González Gill, Lizzette; Department of Agricultural Education; Zapata Medina, Rocío
The Faculty of Agricultural Sciences of the UPR-Mayagüez has faced a decrease in newly admitted students. In the search for solutions, a hybrid pre-university program was implemented in order to promote agricultural experiences. This descriptive research measured the effect of the Agriculture Week Challenge program on the perception, knowledge and satisfaction of careers in agricultural sciences in a population of 50 high school students. The results reflected a significant positive change in perception and knowledge of the agricultural industry and professional careers in this field. The participants determined that they were “totally satisfied” with the program. 50% of those who continued university studies accepted admission to careers in agricultural sciences at the UPR-Mayagüez. In summary, the implementation of the “Agriculture Week Challenge” program is recommended as an alternative to present the diversity of professional careers and motivate them to apply for admission to the College of Agricultural Sciences.