Agricultural Education Case Study

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Agricultural Education was established on the three-circle model that includes classroom/laboratory, Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE), and FFA (formerly Future Farmers and America). Agricultural education allows students to learn about agricultural practices in the classroom and then apply those practices to their supervised agricultural experience (SAE) and FFA (Georgia Agricultural Education, 2011). Through this type of learning students gain hands-on experience in the industry and are able to learn more about agriculture. The students in agricultural classes are thought to be “…the change-makers in our society” (Tesch, 2006, p. 93). Agricultural Education and FFA strategy includes learning by doing. “Today’s students reach their …show more content…

Today’s science standards require real world scenarios and questions that force students to be able to apply their learning (Common Core State Standards Initiative, 2014). The United States Department of Education has implemented programs to meet the growing demand of students to be prepared to enter professions with real world experience. Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, also referred to as STEM, focuses on developing standards in leadership while educating students in those corresponding subject areas. President Barack Obama stated that “...Leadership tomorrow depends on how we educate our students today- especially in science, technology engineering and math (par.1)” (Ed.gov, …show more content…

The veterinary science field is one scientific area where higher standards must be met. According to Texas A&M, one of the oldest and most prestigious veterinary science programs in the United States, “Becoming a veterinarian requires dedication and diligent study. The veterinary medical student must meet high standards of ethics and academic performance (par.1)” (Texas A&M University, 2013).
One teaching strategy in agricultural education is Problem Based Learning (PBL). PBL is an effective and enjoyable way to learn -- and develop deeper learning competencies required for success in college, career and civic life. A study conducted by B.A. Talbert, PhD. concluded that FFA members who were more involved and participating in agriculture classes did so because the classes were interesting, challenging, exciting and open for discussion (Talbert). Providing these kinds of learning experiences can help our students excel as 21st century learners and acquiring 21st century workforce readiness

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