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Agriculture (encompassing farming, grazing, and the tending of orchards, vineyards and timberland) is the production of food, feed, fiber and other goods by the systematic raising of domesticated plants and animals.

Agriculture is the proccess of producing food, otherwise known as farming.

Agri is from the Latin ager ("a field"), and culture, from the Latin cultura ("cultivation" in the strict sense of "tillage of the soil"). A literal reading of the English word yields "tillage of the soil of a field". In modern usage, the word agriculture covers all activities essential to food/feed/fiber production, including all techniques for raising and "processing" livestock. Agriculture is also short for the study of the practice of agriculture — more formally known as agricultural science.

The history of agriculture is a central element of human history, as agricultural progress has been a crucial factor in worldwide socio-economic change. Wealth-building and militaristic specializations rarely seen in hunter-gatherer cultures are commonplace in agricultural and agro-industrial societies—when farmers became capable of producing food beyond the needs of their own families, others in the tribe/nation/empire were freed to devote themselves to projects other than food acquisition.

As of 2006, an estimated 36 percent of the world's workers are employed in agriculture[1] (down from 42% in 1996), making it by far the most common occupation. However, the relative significance of farming has dropped steadily since the beginning of industrialization, and in 2006 – for the first time in history – the services sector overtook agriculture as the economic sector employing the most people worldwide. Also, agricultural production accounts for less than five percent of the gross world product (an aggregate of all gross domestic products).[2]

Technology From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia • Have questions? Find out how to ask questions and get answers. •Jump to: navigation, search

By the mid 20th century humans had achieved a mastery of technology sufficient to leave the surface of the Earth for the first time and explore space. Technology Portal Technology is a broad concept that deals with a species' usage and knowledge of tools and crafts, and how it affects a species' ability to control and adapt to its environment. In human society, it is a consequence of science and engineering, although several technological advances predate the two concepts. Technology is a term with origins in the Greek "technologia", "τεχνολογία" — "techne", "τέχνη" ("craft") and "logia", "λογία" ("saying").[1] However, a strict definition is elusive; "technology" can refer to material objects of use to humanity, such as machines, hardware or utensils, but can also encompass broader themes, including systems, methods of organization, and techniques. The term can either be applied generally or to specific areas: examples include "construction technology", "medical technology", or "state-of-the-art technology".

The human race's use of technology began with the conversion of natural resources into simple tools. The prehistorical discovery of the ability to control fire increased the available sources of food and the invention of the wheel helped humans in travelling in and controlling their environment. Recent technological developments, including the printing press, the telephone, and the Internet, have lessened physical barriers to communication and allowed humans to interact on a global scale. However, not all technology has been used for peaceful purposes; the development of weapons of ever-increasing destructive power has progressed throughout history, from clubs to nuclear weapons.

Technology has affected society and its surroundings in a number of ways. In many societies, technology has helped develop more advanced economies (including today's global economy) and has allowed the rise of a leisure class. Many technological processes produce unwanted by-products, known as pollution, and deplete natural resources, to the detriment of the Earth and its environment. Various implementations of technology influence the values of a society and new technology often raises new ethical questions. Examples include the rise of the notion of efficiency in terms of human productivity, a term originally applied only to machines, and the challenge of traditional norms.

Philosophical debates have arisen over the present and future use of technology in society, with disagreements over whether technology improves the human condition or worsens it. Neo-Luddism, anarcho-primitivism, and other similar movements criticise the pervasiveness of technology in the modern world, claiming that it alienates people and destroys culture; proponents of ideologies such as transhumanism and techno-progressivism view continued technological progress as beneficial to society and the human condition. Indeed, until recently, it was believed that the development of technology was restricted only to human beings, but recent scientific studies indicate that other primates and certain dolphin communities have developed simple tools and learned to pass their knowledge to other generations.

Family and consumer science From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia (Redirected from Home economics)• Have questions? Find out how to ask questions and get answers. •Jump to: navigation, search Family and consumer sciences, human sciences, human ecology or home economics, is an academic discipline which combines aspects of consumer science, nutrition, cooking, parenting and human development, interior design, textiles, family economics, housing, apparel design and resource management as well as other related subjects.

Family and consumer sciences combines social science, including its emphasis on the well-being of families, individuals, and communities, and natural science with its emphasis on nutrition and textile science.

The field as it is today originated from home economics; in the U.S. the discipline developed at Kansas State University in 1882 and spread quickly to other land grant universities after women appealed to have their own niche while the men studied subjects such as agriculture or shop.

For many years it was traditional for school girls in higher grades to study "Home Ec" (primarily cooking and sewing) while boys took "Shop" (carpentry, auto repair, etc.). In many schools, students were strongly discouraged from taking the subjects meant for the other gender, and some schools went so far as to forbid this. Home Economics is now a recognised subject area in Secondary education and has become a unisex subject, meaning that both boys and girls can choose to participate in it.

The Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) is the largest American national education association dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults for successful careers. ACTE's core purpose is to provide leadership in developing an educated, prepared, and competitive workforce.

ACTE Affiliates for the Family and Consumer Sciences Education Division:

NATFACS - National Association Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences NATEFACS - National Association Teacher Educators of Family and Consumer Sciences NASAFACS - National Association State Administrators of Family and Consumer Sciences

Industrial arts From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia • Ten things you didn't know about Wikipedia •Jump to: navigation, search Industrial arts is an umbrella term used in the late 20th century to describe an educational program which featured fabrication of objects in wood and/or metal using a variety of hand, power, or machine tools. Many also cover topics such as small engine repair and automobile maintenance.

Also known as "shop class", these programs exposed children to the basics of home repair, manual craftsmanship, and machine safety. Most industrial arts programs were established in comprehensive rather than dedicated vocational schools and focused on a broad range of skills rather than on a specific vocational activity.

Some colleges have doctoral programs in the Industrial Arts.

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STEP COMPETITION

The competition as one of the best activity for the member of Student Technologists and Entrepreneur of the Philippines which being held annually. Not only because the student will received recognition for their skills but also the change to travel in different province and region if he or she survives the Regional elimination.

It mean any contestant of specific contest category has to compete first in school level, municipal level (first place from school level only), division level, regional level and lastly national level. (There is a proposal for ASEAN Technology Competition for High School). That is why only the best student can compete in National Level where he or she will be competing with the best from different regions.. Every year the level of competition is getting difficult with the coaches and contestant became more expert in the category their participated

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Like the phoenix rising from the ashes and an eaglet struggling to free itself from its hell and learning how to fly, the organization of the Student Technologists and Entrepreneurs of the Philippines, otherwise known as the STEP , is a product of a collective desire to establish an organization that the then Department of Education, Culture and Sports (DECS) can truly call its own ‑ free to propagate its own rootstocks of ideals and aspirations, weave its own net of programs, design its own web page of projects, present its own power point agenda, and set its own table of rules and regulations.

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The EMBLEM of the STEP Organization shall be uniform in size, color, and design when used or pins, logo, uniform and banner in school, division, regional, and national levels as prescribed by the National Directorate. It shall bear the encompassing words "STUDENT TECHNOLOGISTS AND ENTREPRENEURS OF THE PHILIPPINES'. The figure 2001 represents the year when the organization was established.

The emblem of STEP signifies the characteristics of the organization represented by the following symbols.

The TORCH represents the light that illumines the minds of the member.

The three (3) STARS represent Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao enclosed in an equilateral triangle, which unifies the members to achieve the goals/objectives of the organization.

The SUN signifies the bright future of the members, who are formed with the knowledge and skills learned and acquired in the four (4) major component areas in Technology and Livelihood Education or any other, technology related programs/projects advocating any of the four component areas.

The sixteen (16) RAYS radiating from the torch represent the 16 regions whose members are working together towards the common goals, ideals and belief of the STEP organization.
The WHEEL with SPOKES represents the skills being taught and acquired by the members in the sub-component areas of STEP. The encompassing green color implies that all technological programs/ projects shall conserve, protect, rehabilitate and promote a clean and healthy environment.

The BANNER symbolizes peace, love and unity for all.

The color of the national banner is white, while the color for the regional banner will represent the color of the respective region with the STEP emblem at the center.

The National uniform of the STEP members shall be 'maong' pants and white T-shirt with collar bearing the STEP logo on top of the pocket. For the regional uniform, the T-shirt shall be the same color with the banner.

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The main consideration for the revival and revitalization was to recognize the value and significance of the various skills and activities of the organizations concerned in enhancing and complementing the learning competencies of the work education and skills training program of the curriculum, more than recognizing the continued existence of the chapter organizations in the school, division and regional levels, although the same national organizations are wanting in legal existence due to its continued non‑operation for years in the national level for which the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued suspension orders of their respective Certificate of Registration, dated 27 October 1988 and 14 August 1990 pursuant to PD 902‑A as amended.

The twin project of revival and revitalization was, however, short‑lived when the various proponents of the project decided to take a bolder move to establish a new national organization to give a new lease and a clean slate on the initiatives being undertaken to strengthen the then THE subject area, which, until then, were bereft of a significant venue for showcasing students' skills and talents, and an organization that will propel and support its initiatives. Thus, was created the Student Technologists and Entrepreneurs of the Philippines or STEP pursuant to DECS Order No. 44, s. 2001, dated 14 August 2001 and signed by Undersecretary Ramon C. Bacani, unifying the FFP, FHP, FAHP and all other existing THE organizations, except the Youth Entrepreneurship and Cooperativism in Schools (YECS), into just one organization, And all schools, public and private, as well as schools with secondary program under the State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) are mandated to establish the STEP as a co‑curricular organization to enhance life‑long skills and support the learning competencies of the technical education and skills training program in the curriculum.

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With this brave front, the STEP, under the auspices of the Center for Students and Co‑Curricular Affairs of the Department of Education, was fully established and the first division and regional skills competitions and conferences were conducted immediately in the same school year following the issuance of the Department Order.

With the leadership of Secretary Edilberto C. de Jesus in the Department of Education and the support of Dr. Fe A. Hidalgo, Undersecretary for Programs and Projects, the conduct of the First STEP National Skills Competition and Conference on January 29 February 1, 2003 at the DepEd Ecotech Center, Cebu City with DepEd Region VII, in cooperation with the DepEd Division of Cebu City and Abellana National School, as host has finally become a reality with the issuance of DepEd Memorandum No. 288, s. 2002 dated 13 December 2002.

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The STEP is the official co-curricular organization of the department of Education in the Technology and Livelihood Education (TLE) whic provides pupils and students with practical experiences, technical know-how, and opportunities in home economics, agricultural technology, industrial arts, entrepreneurship and ICT integration while developing their leadership abilities and personal skills, and building wholesome character to strengthen national competitiveness and productivity.

The DepEd - CSCA, through its Head as the concurrent STEP National Adviser, is authorized to conduct necessary management actions and decisions in the implementation of the STEP skills development and competitions in all levels.

As an antecedent to the STEP NSDC, all secondary schools together with elementary schools, all division and regional offices shall conduct their respective skills development and competitions. The Regional Directors and the School Division/City Superintendents are advised to support the delegated for quality participation and learning.

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With the new Basic Education Curriculum, the STEP is recognized as a laboratory of the Teknolohiya, Edukasyong Pantahanan at Pangkabuhayan (TEPP) component of the MAKABAYAN subject. The STEP organization is taking its own shape. And true to its name, it has achieved a lot ‑ one STEP at a time.

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