Eric D. Rubenstein

Eric D. Rubenstein is an Associate Professor at the University of Georgia, affiliated with the College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences and the Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education & Communication. His work focuses on teacher education, experiential learning, and supervised agricultural experience (SAE) programs. He teaches courses in program development, community development, teaching theory, and agricultural education history. Contact him at erubenstein@uga.edu.

• Doctor of Philosophy in Agricultural Education & Communication – Teacher Education (University of Florida, 2014)
• Master of Science in Agricultural Education and Communication (University of Florida, 2012)
• Bachelor of Science in Agricultural & Extension Education (Pennsylvania State University, 2007)

Dr. Rubenstein's research centers on school-based agricultural education, non-formal education, and experiential learning. He specializes in SAE program development and implementation, particularly in rural and urban contexts. His work explores pedagogical tools like vee maps, flipped classrooms, and animal-based education to enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement.

Recent publications span SAE program evaluation, flipped classroom methodologies, and the use of animal ambassadors in education. His 2014 article on SAE programs was recognized as the Journal of Agricultural Education Outstanding Article. Dr. Rubenstein's work emphasizes practical application and critical analysis in agricultural education.

• Scientific Award: Journal of Agricultural Education Outstanding Article (2014)