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THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INVOLVEMENT IN THE NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION AND THE CAREER DECISION SELF-EFFICACY OF AGRICULTURAL AND LIFE SCIENCES STUDENTS

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Hoyle, Travis Lee. (2017-08). THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INVOLVEMENT IN THE NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION AND THE CAREER DECISION SELF-EFFICACY OF AGRICULTURAL AND LIFE SCIENCES STUDENTS. Theses and Dissertations Collection, University of Idaho Library Digital Collections. https://www.lib.uidaho.edu/digital/etd/items/hoyle_idaho_0089n_11185.html

Title:
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN INVOLVEMENT IN THE NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION AND THE CAREER DECISION SELF-EFFICACY OF AGRICULTURAL AND LIFE SCIENCES STUDENTS
Author:
Hoyle, Travis Lee
Date:
2017-08
Keywords:
Agricultural Education Career decision-making Career Decision Self-Efficacy Learning Activities National FFA Orgnaization Social Cognitive Theory
Program:
Agricultural Education & 4H Youth Development
Subject Category:
Agriculture education
Abstract:

Students receiving degrees in agricultural fields can expect to have ample career opportunities and satisfaction of working in a career that addresses some of the world’s most pressing challenges. This descriptive relational study described College of Agricultural and Life Sciences upperclassmen (N=513) learning activities (including involvement in the National FFA Organization) and the relationship between career decision self-efficacy (Taylor & Betz, 1983). Based on Bandura’s (1977) social cognitive theory, one instrument with the Career Decision Self-Efficacy Short-Form scale (CDSE-SF) and three additional sections were developed for this study. Overall, students indicated moderate to high career decision self-efficacy. Some low positive correlations were shown between academic performance activities and CDSE-SF scores. No direct relationship was found between the National FFA organization and CDSE, but students’ diverse backgrounds and learning experiences have built their confidence in selecting a career in agriculture. Career development opportunities and implications were discussed. Recommendations are made for faculty and staff at the post-secondary level to improve student’s career skills and exploration.

Description:
masters, M.S., Agricultural Education & 4H Youth Development -- University of Idaho - College of Graduate Studies, 2017-08
Major Professor:
Wolf, Kattlyn J.
Committee:
Smith, Kasee L.; Foltz, John C.
Defense Date:
2017-08
Identifier:
Hoyle_idaho_0089N_11185
Type:
Text
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