Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
Project of the Month Award. |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Hillison, John, Malpiedi, Barbara J. |
| Peer Reviewed: |
N |
| Page Count: |
5 |
| Publication Date: |
1988 |
| Intended Audience: |
Teachers; Practitioners |
| Document Type: |
Guides - Classroom - Teacher |
| Descriptors: |
Agricultural Education, Awards, High Schools, Motivation Techniques, Student Motivation, Supervised Farm Practice, Vocational Education |
| Abstract: |
Recognizing a student project of the month is one possible solution to the problem of motivating vocational agriculture students who are enrolled in supervised occupational experience programs. In small departments, a single winner could be selected; in departments with a large number of students, it is possible to select a winner in each class. Criteria for selecting a winner could vary according to the needs and priorities of the department. For example, the award could be given to the student with the highest grade for his or her recordbook or to the student selected by an advisory committee. Because high school-age students generally enjoy competition with their peers, the reward program should be a meaningful one, involving publicity and a material reward (such as a ribbon or medal). All facets of the project of the month competition could be sponsored. Potential sponsors include the local Future Farmers of America alumni affiliate, a local civic organization, or a local agricultural business. Besides minimizing the cost of the award program, such sponsorship also enhances the prestige of winning the award. (MN) |
| Entry Date: |
1988 |
| Accession Number: |
ED294995 |
| Database: |
ERIC |
