Topic One: Concept and Philosophy of Extension

List of Acronyms and Abbreviations

Background of Haramaya University

Overview of the Module

Purpose of the Module

General Introduction to the Module

How you will be Assessed

Topic One: Concept and Philosophy of Extension

Learning objective

Learning outcome

1.1 Extension and Development

1.2 Extension and Rural Development

LEARNING TASK FOR TOPIC ONE

Summary of the topic

REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING MATERIALS

PowerPoint Presentation of the topic

Topic Two: Genesis of Extension Education

Topic Three: Extension Education and Society

Topic Four: Extension Methods and Approaches

Topic Five: Conceptual Foundation on Extension Impact

Topic Six: Extension Policy and Organizational Issues

Topic Seven: Linkages in Agricultural Extension Service

Topic Eight: Gender Issues in Agriculture Extension

Topic Nine: Strengthening Research-Extension-Farmer Linkages

Topic Ten: Extension's Role in Sustainable Agricultural Development

Topic Eleven: Privatizing Agricultural Extension

Topic Twelve: Non-Governmental Organizations in Extension

Topic Thirteen: Indigenous Knowledge in Research and Extension

Glossary of Key Terms

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Topic One: Concept and Philosophy of Extension

This topic introduces the basic concepts of agricultural extension and its functions through text readings, discussions and class activities. You may be familiar with the basic concepts of extension and have some practical experience in the field of extension which will help you in reflecting on, and sharing your experiences with others, thus developing new insights.

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