Introduction to SOEP

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis611.T 1

What is a SOEP?

Supervised Occupational Experience Program (SOEP) is a learning by-

doing process.

Introduction to SOEP

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis611.T 2

How is a SOEP achieved?

Students apply their knowledge and skills in

an ownership and/or non-ownership project.

Introduction to SOEP

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis611.T 3

What is the outcome of a SOEP?

• Serves as a road-map for project development.

• Establishes short and long range project goals.

Introduction to SOEP

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis611.T 4

Components of the Agricultural Education Program

• Relationship between circles– Interlinking

– Overlaping

– Equal

Introduction to SOEP

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis611.T 5

How does a SOEP relate to Agricultural Education?

• Inseparable• Equal• Interdependent

Classrom Instruction

FFA SOEP

Introduction to SOEP

Model Agricultural Core Curriculum: Supplement

University of California, Davis611.T 6

Benefits from a SOEP

• An understanding of the economic forces of the market place.