Part 2A: We – Communication
“We: Communication” (Section 3: Part 2) is an FFA leadership lesson plan that teaches students the importance of two-way communication and professional job-seeking skills. It includes a Telephone interest approach, a one-way “Communication Shape Activity,” a multi-day career interview/presentation activity using AgExplorer, and a communication rubric for evaluating presentations.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Discuss the importance of two-way communication.
- Demonstrate professional job-seeking skills.
- Time required
- Interest Approach – 10 minutes; Lessons and Activities – 80 minutes
- Materials
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- “Official FFA Student Handbook” – one copy per student
- A copy of the “Communication Rubric” for each student
- A copy of the “Communication Shape Activity” worksheet for Activity #1
- Partnership for 21st Century Skills
- Collaboration; Communication; Critical Thinking and Problem Solving; Initiative and Self-direction; Leadership and Responsibility; Think Creatively
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.
Common Core – Speaking and Listening
- 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.PG-HSocial Growth: Successfully interact with others and adapt to various social situations.
- FFA.PG-JMental Growth: Embrace cognitive and intellectual development relative to reasoning, thinking and coping.
- 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-FContinuous Improvement: Accept responsibility for learning and personal growth.