Title: (Optional) Participate in the development of a training plan for work-based learning experiences (e.g., SAE) in the turfgrass industry.
Course: Turfgrass Management, Advanced (18054-IV) > Section: Investigating Careers in the Turfgrass Industry

The instructional component of the training plan should be developed jointly by the student, his or her parent, the 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 apprenticeship or technical school?
- What skills do you expect to develop during an internship experience?