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308, Ricks Hall Agricultural Programs Accountability Manager North Carolina State University Department of Agricultural and Extension Education Campus Box 7607 Ricks Hall Email : john_richardson@ncsu.edu Phone : (919) 515-6080 Fax: (919) 513-3935 |
This
course focuses on rural extension (agriculture, forestry, development,
etc.).
Strategies are examined for enabling farm/rural people for better usage
of
science, technology and other types of knowledge in fulfilling their
own
aspirations within their cultural context. Examination of the practice
of rural
extension/development in many parts of the world and basic conceptual
ideas,
processes, issues, and opportunities are key components of the course.
After completing this course participants will have:
1.
Participants to gain an understanding of extension systems designs and
applications.
2. Participants to gain knowledge and understanding of factors
influencing the
designs and application of extension both in developing
and developed
countries.
6.
Participants to explore the potential broad array of entities who are
directly
or indirectly involved in supporting and conducting
extension work.
No text is required for this course, however, online journals, papers, agencies, centers, and institutes will provide ample material for the study of International Agriculture and Extension Education. (Please see Primary Course References below for a listing of online resources)
Analysis
of applicable research literature and the actual analysis and design of
a
developing country extension system(s) will involve each class
participant,
Opportunities will be provided for both individual and group projects,
to
include both written and oral reports.
Class discussions, analyses, oral presentations and lectures
will form
the primary components of our collective activities.
There
are many types and formats for the application of extension information
around
the globe. Several of the major
assignments will focus on the analysis and application of extension
systems in
information delivery. Most of the
written assignments will be accompanied by in-class
presentations.
An initial paper, not to
exceed four
pages, will allow you to focus
on extension/agricultural information
systems identification, types and descriptions (September 18). A second paper, not to exceed five pages,
will provide the opportunity for you to analyze an extension system in
a single
country (October 9). This paper will be
accompanied by an in-class oral report October 16. The third
paper required, not to exceed
seven pages, will
focus on analysis of an issue in extension education, as described
below (October
23). The major class project will be a case analysis exercise in which
class
teams will develop an extension system design recommendation.
There will be two persons per team, and the
team will develop the paper and make the class presentation
together.
This case analysis will be expected to be
completed in a thorough manner via a paper, and with at least a one
hour oral
class presentation. The paper
length
with supporting figures, pictures, or other descriptive information will be
at the discretion of each team.
B.
Issues
There
are many current and continuing issues relating to extension education
in both
the developing and developed world.
Much has been written about structure of extension systems, their
funding, program delivery, accountability, successes and failures,
involvement
of women, privatization, etc. Class
members will be expected to review and analyze the literature and
non-formal
information delivery web sites as well as a related course web site at
Mississippi State University to be prepared to discuss these and other
aspects
of issues relating to the structure and practice of extension.
There will be one paper required, not to
exceed five pages, which will be expected to identify and analyze one
of the
issues facing extension, especially in the developing world.
Basis for Evaluating Performance
Considerable
emphasis will be placed on literature analysis, scholarly
literature/research
reviews, and actual case study experiences. This will form the
foundation for
written and oral reports presented. Active participation in group
reports as
well as in-class discussions is very important. A final exam will be
given
which will encompass all aspects of the course throughout the semester. Level of performance shall be made as
follows:
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Attendance is expected. If you are not able to make it to class please notify the instructor. Class participation is a significant part of the semester grade. You must attend class to receive class participation points.
Both faculty and students at North Carolina State University have a responsibility to maintain academic integrity. An informational brochure about academic integrity is available from the university and students are encouraged to obtain a copy. Additional information is contained in the NCSU Code of Student Conduct. Academic Dishonesty Scholarly activity is marked by honesty, fairness and rigor. A scholar does not take credit for the work of others, does not take unfair advantage of others, and does not perform acts which frustrate the scholarly efforts of others. The violation of any of these principles is academic dishonesty. Academic dishonesty includes the giving, taking, or presenting of information or material by a student with the intent of unethically or fraudulently aiding one self or another person on any work which is to be considered in the determination of a grade or the completion of academic requirements.
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Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 mandate that the faculty provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. These accommodations are based on the premise that students with disabilities need an equal opportunity to acquire information and demonstrate what they have learned; not have an advantage over others in the class. This does not mean lowering class standards, but it may mean having students learn and express knowledge in a different mode.
All students registered with the NC State Office of
Disability Services for Students (DSS) will provide the instructor with
an accommodation letter. This letter verifies that appropriate medical
documentation is on file and that the student has a substantiated
disability requiring effective reasonable accommodations.
Accommodations for which the student qualifies will also be included in
the letter. If you have not registered with the DSS and have a
learning disability, you should register in Suite 1900, Student Health
Center.
If you have a documented disability, please schedule an appointment with the course instructor to discuss academic accommodations.
There are no group field trips or field trip costs associated with this course.
Primary Course
References
http://www.aiaee.org/outreach.html
JESONLINE - Journal of Extension Systems
http://www.jesonline.org/
JOE - Journal of Extension
http://www.joe.org/
JAEE - Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension
http://library.wur.nl/ejae/index.html
RSJ - Rural Society Journal
http://www.csu.edu.au/research/crsr/f_journal.html
SAJAE - South African Journal of Agricultural Extension
www.ajol.info/journal_index.php?jid=20
SDD - Sustainable Development-Dimensions: Extension and Education
http://www.fao.org/WAICENT/FAOINFO/SUSTDEV/KNdef_en.htm
CIA - Central Intelligence Agency: The World Factbook current
http://www.cia.gov/cia/publications/factbook/index.html
FAS - USDA Foreign Agricultural Service
http://www.fas.usda.gov/
FAO - Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
http://www.fao.org/
http://www.fao.org/sd/dim_kn3/docs/kn3_050901d_en.pdf
IFAD - International Fund for Agricultural Development
http://www.ifad.org/
IFPRI - International Food Policy Research Institute
http://www.ifpri.org/
KSSL - Key Sheets for Sustainable Livelihoods
http://www.odi.org.uk/keysheets/index.html
ODI - Overseas Development Institute
http://www.odi.org.uk/nrp/index.html
SEA - UWA Papers on Agricultural Extension and Adoption and Diffusion of Innovations in Agriculture
http://www1.crcsalinity.com.au/newsletter/SeaNews/adoppprs.htm
CSREES - USDA
http://www.csrees.usda.gov/about/about.html
World Bank - Extension Reform for Rural Development
http://lnweb18.worldbank.org/ESSD/ardext.nsf/11ByDocName/PublicationsExtensionReformforRuralDevelopment
http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/TOPICS/EXTARD/EXTAGISOU/0,,contentMDK:209
European Commission
http://www.rene-net.org/poworkshops/bruessel2/reform_agricultural_policy.pdf
World Bank - Extension Reform for Rural Development
http://lnweb18.worldbank.org/ESSD/ardext.nsf/11ByDocName/PublicationsExtensionReformforRuralDevelopment
http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/TOPICS/EXTARD/EXTAGISOU/0,,contentMDK:209
Other
Resources
http://www.msstate.edu/dept/ais/8103/pdf/
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/resources/education/sd7/
Organizations
http://www.ifpri.org/
http://www.cnfa.com/
http://www.acdivoca.org/
http://www.cabi.org/
http://www.landolakesinc.com/
http://www.chemonics.com/
http://www.peacecorps.gov/
http://www.apen.org.au/
http://www.cgiar.org/
http://www.worldbank.org/search.htm
http://www.adb.org/
http://www.undp.org/
http://www.usaid.gov/
http://www.care.org/nshome.asp
http://www.heifer.org/
http://www.cardi.org/
http://www.teagasc.ie/
http://www.savethechildren.org/
http://www.agriculture.gov.tt/
www.humanitarian.net
http://www.wn.org/
http://europa.eu.int/comm/external_relations/ceeca/tacis/
http://www.jica.go.jp/english/about/index.html
http://www.pau.edu/
http://www.isnar.cgiar.org/learning/index.html
http://www.extension.usask.ca/#top
Other References
http://www.new-agri.co.uk/06-6/pov.html#pov4
http://www.fao.org/docrep/W5830E/w5830e04.htm
http://tcdc.undp.org/sie/experiences/vol5/Client.pdf
Agricultural Education and Extension Service (ESHE) Human Resources, Institutions and Agrarian Reform Division. (1990). Report of the Global Consultation on Agricultural Extension. (Burton E. Swanson, Ed.). Rome, Italy: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Anderson, J.; 2007; Agricultural Advisory Services; background paper for “innovating through science and technology,”Chapter 7 of the World Development Report 2008. Washington, DC: World Bank.
Axinn, George H. (1988). Guide on Alternative Extension Approaches. Rome, Italy: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Benor, D. and Baxter, M. (1984). Training and Visit Extension. Washington, DC. The World Bank.
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. (1993). Agricultural Extension and Farm Women in the 1980s. Rome, Italy: Author.
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations The World Bank. (2000). Agricultural Knowledge and Information Systems For Rural Development (AKIS/RD). Strategic Vision and Guiding Principles. Rome, Italy: Author.
Kalna-Dubinyuk, T. P. and Johnson, S. R. (2005). The Development of Extension Service in Ukraine and the Worldwide Experience. Kyiv, Agrarna Nauka.
Rivera, William M., and Schram, S. G. (Eds.). (1987). Agricultural Extension Worldwide. New York. Croom Helm.
Rivera, William M., and Zijp, Willem. (2000). Contracting for Extension Services: Review of Emergine Practices. Washington, DC. The World Bank.
Selner, D., Chenier, J. and Zela, R. (1997). Farmer to Farmer Extension. New York, NY. International Institute of Rural Construction.
Swanson, Burton E., Bentz, R. and Sofranks, A., [eds.] (1997). Improving Agricultural Extension. Rome, Italy: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
Swanson,
Burton E., and Samy, Mohamed
M. (2003). The
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Evaluations
Online class evaluations will be available for students to complete during the last two weeks of class (November 26-December 9). Students will receive an email message directing them to a website where they can login using their Unity ID and complete evaluations. All evaluations are confidential; instructors will never know how any one student responded to any question, and students will never know the ratings for any particular instructors.
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