1.1 What Is FFA
This “What is FFA?” lesson, part of the FFA Basics series (FFA.OH.1.1), introduces students to FFA and the opportunities it offers. Through a role-playing activity students practice describing FFA to different audiences, and a handout activity helps them identify the FFA opportunities that most interest them.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Describe FFA.
- Identify seven opportunities available in FFA.
- Time required
- IA – 5 min; Activity 1 – 10-20 min; Activity 2 – 10 min
- Materials
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- The Official FFA Student Handbook – one copy per student
- Writing utensils
- FFA.OH.1.1.AS.A – one copy per student
- Content Outline
- 1. Describe FFA; 2. Opportunities: a. Lead, b. Travel, c. Earn money, d. Be part of a team, e. Service, f. Succeed, g. Have fun
- Additional Resources
- National FFA Web site – www.ffa.org; LifeKnowledge Lessons – http://ffa.learn.com/lifeknowledge: MS. 63 FFA Opportunities, MS. 65 What is FFA All About?, HS.116 Why Individuals Get Involved in Organizations