Department of Human & Community Development, University of Illinois

                                                                                                           
                    

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AGED 220 Principles of Ag Education

3 hours (lecture-discussion)
Fall Semesters

Course Objectives

AGED 220 provides students with an introduction to agricultural education programs and delivery systems as shaped by: state and federal policies, the nature of teaching in school and non-school settings, types and purposes of agricultural education, program components, principles of teaching and learning, community relationships, and reflective teaching. Upon completion of AGED 220, students will be able to:

  • Describe the nature and role of agricultural education including the purposes, structure, and scope of education in/about agriculture.
  • Identify the major events, leaders, and philosophical thrusts that shaped agricultural education from its inception at Land-grant institutions to present day.
  • Recognize the roles and responsibilities of agricultural educators in both formal and non-formal teaching settings.
  • Identify effective instructional methods for diverse learning styles.
  • Apply appropriate modes of planning and evaluating instruction as well as for assessing learning in agricultural education.
  • Explain the nature and importance of post-secondary and adult education in agriculture.
  • Describe the nature and role of agricultural literacy programs in non-school settings.
  • Describe state and national leadership structures influencing agricultural education.
  • Use internet technologies for accessing information about agricultural education and for course assignments.
  • Make an informed decision about agricultural education as a potential career option.

Topics

  • Nature and scope of agricultural education
  • History and philosophy—land grant institutions
  • Rural life and extension education
  • Active learning
  • Preparing for classroom instruction
  • Lesson plans, objectives, assessment, evaluation
  • Ag education resources in Illinois
  • Conducting and using ag education research

Assigned Text and Other Readings

Reardon, M., and S. Derner (2004). Standards for Great Teaching. Chicago: Zephyr Press.

Official FFA Manual and Student Handbook

Graded Activities

  • Exams (2)
  • Assignments/Homework (see below)
  • Attendance/Participation

Assignments

  • Course evaluation papers (3)
  • Ag Ed studio
  • Microteaching review
  • Team paper & presentation
  • Lesson plan

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