Participation should include a training plan with an instructional component agreed upon by the student, parent/guardian, teacher, and the training sponsor. The plan should outline duties and tasks expected of the student both on the job and in the classroom.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What are the benefits of work-based learning experiences to a chosen career in the turfgrass industry?
- What criteria should be used to evaluate the effectiveness of a training plan?
- What criteria should be used to evaluate a student’s performance on the job?
- What communication skills does one need to succeed in an internship environment?
- How do work-based learning experiences compare with other pathways to career entry in the turfgrass industry, such as an apprenticeship or technical school?
- What skills do you expect to develop during an internship experience?