Part 1E: The Basics – FFA Code of Ethics
This quick lesson plan introduces students to the FFA Code of Ethics. Through drawing an ideal FFA member, illustrating the 12 codes of conduct, and group discussion, students explore the purpose of the Code of Ethics and brainstorm ways to fulfill it at school, home, and in their community.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Describe the purpose of the FFA Code of Ethics.
- Time required
- Interest Approach – 15 minutes; Activity 1 – 20 minutes; Follow Up – 15 minutes
- Grade level
- 9-10
- Materials
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- A copy of FFA.NH.2.1D.A worksheet for each student or group
- A copy of "Official FFA Student Handbook" for each student or group
- Large-sized paper and coloring utensils
- This Quick Lesson Plan Would Work Well As
- An introduction to the FFA Code of Ethics.
- Resources
- "Official FFA Student Handbook," FFA.org and additional resources outlined below.
- Additional Resources
- FFA.org; "Official FFA Manual"
- Created
- January 2017 by the National FFA Organization
Downloads & Links
Aligned Standards
AFNR Career Ready Practices
- 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.
AFNR Cluster Skills
- CS.05Describe career opportunities and means to achieve those opportunities in each of the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources career pathways.
Common Career Technical Core
- AG5Describe career opportunities and means to achieve those opportunities in each of the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Career Pathways.
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.