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Lacee Boschetto serves as an Assistant Professor in the Applied Sciences, Technology and Education (ASTE) department within Utah State University's S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture & Natural Resources. Her academic work bridges agricultural education, family and consumer sciences, and teacher development, with a focus on practical educational challenges in secondary and higher education contexts.
Her research spans critical areas including teacher recruitment/retention in School-Based Agricultural Education (SBAE), financial literacy pedagogy, sustainable textiles curriculum development, and inclusive design for diverse learners. She investigates how pedagogical content knowledge influences educator turnover, explores contemplative practices for student well-being, and examines adaptive clothing solutions for adolescents with disabilities. Her methodology emphasizes experiential learning, reflective practices, and object-based pedagogical approaches that connect theoretical frameworks with real-world applications.
Analysis of her 15 most recent publications (2019-2025) reveals consistent thematic threads: addressing teacher retention crises through professional development, integrating sustainability into high school apparel curricula, and innovating inclusive teaching methods. Her work frequently employs qualitative and mixed-methods approaches to explore educator and student experiences, with growing emphasis on pandemic-era pedagogical adaptations and gender-inclusive curriculum design. The publications demonstrate strong alignment with Career and Technical Education (CTE) frameworks and practical applications for K-12 and university educators.
Scientific awards and honors have not been documented in the available institutional records.
While specific grant details and student advisees are not publicly listed in directory information, her research trajectory suggests active involvement in mentoring graduate students in agricultural education and family and consumer sciences. Her publications on professional development models and curriculum implementation indicate potential collaboration with state education agencies and industry partners, particularly in Utah's agricultural and textiles sectors.