Leadership development is viewed as a foundational component of agricultural education and has been associated with the field since the early 20th century. An emerging research topic is leadership style and inquiry that is focused on transformational leadership. In an effort to contribute to the field's knowledge base in leadership development and…

Based on a review of primary and secondary sources, this article discusses the contexts, circumstances, people, and legislation that affected the origins and evolution of land-grant universities. Poses questions for the future, including whether land-grant universities are losing their historic commitment to their mission and becoming elitist.…

Results of a literature review were organized into a taxonomy of distance learning strategies: (1) cognitive (rehearsal, elaboration, organization); (2) metacognitive (planning, monitoring, regulating); and (3) resource management (time management, study environment, effort management, social support). (Contains 24 references.) (SK)

Synthesis of research on safety in agricultural education laboratories found most research focused on agricultural mechanics. Labs appeared to be potentially hazardous places, and teachers have inadequate knowledge of safety laws and ways to provide a safe working environment. (SK)

Examination of articles from 4 agricultural periodicals 1984-96 found 19 articles used the Delphi technique. Its use reached a peak in 1991-93. Most frequent application was for curriculum planning. (SK)

A review of literature from 1964 to 1993 identified the benefits of supervised agricultural experience (SAE) programs, including agriculture knowledge and positive work attitudes. Classroom, SAE, and Future Farmers of America complemented each other. The research base is state specific and fragmented and lacks cohesiveness. (SK)

A review of literature from 1964 to 1993 found that supervised agricultural experience (SAE) teachers, students, parents, and employers value the teachers' supervisory role. Implementation practices vary widely and there are no cumulative data to guide policies and standards for SAE supervision. (SK)

A literature review revealed the following: (1) there are no standard criteria to measure the quality of supervised agricultural experience (SAE) programs; (2) teacher attitudes and past SAE experiences strongly influence quality; (3) the number of teachers with SAE experience is declining; and (4) school laboratory facilities are essential for…

A research synthesis found that supervised agricultural experience programs lack definition and focus. Teacher attitudes and expectations strongly influence participation, and many teachers fail to implement it fully, limiting participation. There is a lack of empirical research supporting the benefits of participation. (SK)

A literature review found that (1) most school administrators, agricultural employers, and teachers value supervised occupational experience (SOE) programs; (2) agricultural teachers have primary responsibility for SOE but would like more released time; and (3) most teachers and administrators saw a need to expand the SOE concept and clientele.…