In an examination of methods courses for students of vocational agriculture education, concern is expressed about whether Vo-Ag teachers are mastering techniques which invite student participation. A national survey in which methods course syllabi were analyzed for emphasis on developing competence in teaching techniques is described, and…

A study was conducted to identify the greatest individuals and events in the history of the profession of agriculture education. A panel of members of the profession was used to generate the lists. Individuals included Ralph Bender and Clarence Bundy. Events included the Smith-Hughes Act and the establishment of Future Farmers of America. (CT)

Research demonstrated that teacher effectiveness was not predicted by agreement with the philosophy and key concepts adopted by the Agricultural Education Division of the American Vocational Association. The study also investigated the relationship between selected demographic variables and teacher effectiveness. (CT)

This report found that the image of agricultural education was moderately positive at all three institutions studied, with Virginia Polytechnic Institute being significantly lower than the other two institutions. The findings illustrated that image within colleges of agriculture needs more improvement than in education. No significant differences…

Presents the statement of philosophy and purposes for the Agricultural Education Program Area at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University that serves as a framework for planning, organizing, and conducting a quality program. The need for the statement and the process of creating it are examined. (CT)

Discusses the need for teachers of agricultural education to (1) have and practice a philosophy of teaching; (2) encourage their students to think; (3) continue to develop as teachers; and (4) make agricultural education work. (JOW)