Lesson Plan 3 – The FFA Creed as a Speech
This National FFA Organization lesson, “The FFA Creed as a Speech,” teaches students about the history of the FFA Creed and its creator, E.M. Tiffany, and has them memorize and recite portions of the Creed in groups as a form of prepared public speaking. The lesson connects to FFA Creed Speaking leadership development events (LDEs) and includes a historical reading worksheet, analysis questions, a group memorization/presentation activity, memory games, and a presentation rubric.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Recall the history of the FFA Creed.
- Complete a team activity to memorize and present the FFA Creed.
- Answer analysis questions about the FFA Creed.
- Time required
- 90 minutes
- Grade level
- Grades 9 and 10
- Materials
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- A copy of the "The FFA Creed as a Speech" worksheet for each student
- A copy of the "Creed Speaking LDE Presentation Rubric" for each student/partner set/group
- A copy of "Image 1" printed or projected
- Internet access to play the video for Part 2 in real time or embed it in a PowerPoint ahead of time
- Vocabulary
- 1. Creed 2. Belief
- Cross-Curricular Connections
- English/Language Arts — Improve reading comprehension. Develop public speaking skills, including memorizing and reciting a speech.
- Partnership for 21st Century Skills
- Collaboration; Communication; Flexibility and Adaptability; Information Literacy; Information, Communications, and Technology Literacy; Leadership and Responsibility; Productivity and Accountability; Social and Cross-Cultural Skills; Think Creatively; Work Creatively with Others
- Resources/References
- 1. Website: The Origins and Revisions of the FFA Creed (2020). 2. Research Article: The Contributions of E.M. Tiffany and the FFA Creed to Leadership Development within the FFA (2008). 3. News Article: FFA Instructor's Bucket List Bullet Sparks Discovery (2014). 4. Video: FFA E.M. Tiffany Video.
- Related Resources
- "I Believe," https://FFA.box.com/s/5aekdnwy6j9dkf940cfk82385wobm2on
Downloads & Links
Aligned Standards
AFNR Career Ready Practices
- CRP.01Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee.
- CRP.02Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. Career-ready individuals readily access and use the knowledge and skills acquired through experience and education to be more productive.
- CRP.04Communicate clearly, effectively, and with reason. Career-ready individuals communicate thoughts, ideas and action plans with clarity, whether using written, verbal and/or visual methods.
- CRP.06Demonstrate creativity and innovation.
- CRP.09Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management.
- CRP.12Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence.
Common Core – Reading: Informational Text
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.1Cite strong and thorough textual evidence to support analysis of what the text says explicitly as well as inferences drawn from the text.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.4Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).
Common Core – Speaking and Listening
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.1Initiate and participate effectively in a range of collaborative discussions (one-on-one, in groups, and teacher-led) with diverse partners on grades 9-10 topics, texts, and issues, building on others' ideas and expressing their own clearly and persuasively.
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.4Present information, findings, and supporting evidence clearly, concisely, and logically such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and task.
FFA Precept
- FFA.CS-MCommunication: Effectively interact with others in personal and professional settings.
- FFA.CS-NDecision Making: Analyze a situation and execute an appropriate course of action.
- FFA.CS-OFlexibility/Adaptability: Be flexible in various situations and adapt to change.
- FFA.PG-HSocial Growth: Successfully interact with others and adapt to various social situations.
- FFA.PL-AAction: Assume responsibility and take the necessary steps to achieve the desired results, no matter what the goal or task at hand.
- FFA.PL-BRelationship: Build relationships, work as a team player and appreciate the talents of others.
- FFA.PL-DCharacter: Conduct oneself appropriately in relation to others regardless of the situation.
- FFA.PL-FContinuous Improvement: Accept responsibility for learning and personal growth.