Rick Rigsby – Wisdom and Values, Oh My!
A 50-minute FFA leadership/agriscience lesson in which students explore the concepts of wisdom and values by watching a Rick Rigsby keynote speech, completing a worksheet, and creating a “word cloud” of synonyms for wisdom. Students also interpret John C. Maxwell’s quote “Leadership is influence” and apply its meaning to their own lives, school, and future careers.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Define and discuss wisdom and values.
- Create a “word cloud” on wisdom.
- Interpret a leadership quote and apply the meaning to their life.
- Time required
- 50 minutes
- Materials
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- A copy of the “Let’s Talk About Wisdom and Values” worksheet for each student
- Internet access to play the video in real time or embed it in a PowerPoint ahead of time
- Resources
- 1. FFA.org 2. Video: “Rick Rigsby – Keynote Speaker – 88th National FFA Convention & Expo,” https://youtu.be/Tkx32ib6p7c or https://vimeo.com/144752449.
- This Quick Lesson Plan Would Work Well As
- 1. Part of an agriscience lesson/unit. 2. A supplement to a leadership lesson/unit.
- Partnership for 21st Century Skills
- Communication; Critical Thinking and Problem Solving; Information, Communications, and Technology Literacy; Initiative and Self-direction; Leadership and Responsibility; Think Creatively
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Lesson plan
Worksheet
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 – Reading: Informational Text
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.2Determine a central idea of a text and analyze its development over the course of the text, including how it emerges and is shaped and refined by specific details; provide an objective summary of 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.9-10.4Present 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.
Common Core – Writing
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.9-10.2Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
- CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.9-10.4Produce clear and coherent writing the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
FFA Precept
- FFA-CS-M.CommunicationEffectively interact with others in personal and professional settings.
- FFA.CS-O.Flexibility/AdaptabilityBe flexible in various situations and adapt to change.
- FFA.PG-H.Social GrowthSuccessfully interact with others and adapt to various social situations.
- FFA.PG-I.Professional GrowthAssume responsibility for attaining and improving upon the skills needed for career success.
- FFA.PG-J.Mental GrowthEmbrace cognitive and intellectual development relative to reasoning, thinking and coping.
- FFA.PG-K.Emotional GrowthShare and express healthy feelings and emotions.
- FFA.PL-A.ActionAssume responsibility and take the necessary steps to achieve the desired results, no matter what the goal or task at hand.
- FFA.PL-B.RelationshipBuild relationships, work as a team player and appreciate the talents of others.
- FFA.PL-C.VisionVisualize the future and how to get there.
- FFA.PL-D.CharacterConduct oneself appropriately in relation to others regardless of the situation.
- FFA.PL-E.AwarenessUnderstand personal vision, mission and goals.
- FFA.PL-F.Continuous ImprovementAccept responsibility for learning and personal growth.
FFA Precepts
- FFA.CS-N.Decision MakingAnalyze a situation and execute an appropriate course of action.