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Conversations About Inclusion In An Aiaee Context: A Review Of Radical Inclusion: What The Post-9/11 World Should Have Taught Us About Leadership, Glen C. Shinn, R. Kirby Barrick
Conversations About Inclusion In An Aiaee Context: A Review Of Radical Inclusion: What The Post-9/11 World Should Have Taught Us About Leadership, Glen C. Shinn, R. Kirby Barrick
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Martin Dempsey, U.S. Army Ret. and Rubenstein Fellow at Duke University, and Ori Brafman, a Distinguished Teaching Fellow at UC Berkeley with research in distributed networks, have analyzed today’s leadership landscape. Popular press reviews of the 2017 book, Radical Inclusion, report broad implications for corporate leadership and organizational improvement. This review compares and contrasts Dempsey and Brafman’s leadership principles with implications and applications for international agricultural and extension education networks.
An Analysis Of Evaluation Methods Implemented In Studies Published In The Journal Of International Agricultural And Extension Education From 1994 To 2018: A 25 Year Review, Theresa Pesl Murphrey, Taniya J. Koswatta, Kim E. Doody, Leslie D. Edgar
An Analysis Of Evaluation Methods Implemented In Studies Published In The Journal Of International Agricultural And Extension Education From 1994 To 2018: A 25 Year Review, Theresa Pesl Murphrey, Taniya J. Koswatta, Kim E. Doody, Leslie D. Edgar
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Evaluation has been identified as a critical pathway to meet the grand challenges facing agricultureto feed the world.Understanding evaluation models and practicesused in articles published in the Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education(JIAEE) allowedus to identify areas of focus, need, and improvement. This content analysisassessed JIAEEarticlespublished from 1994 to 2018 for evaluation methods implemented according to characteristics outlined by Stufflebeam and Coryn (2014). This study initially identified 384 possible articles for consideration. Upon further assessment,81 articles were identified asmaintainingcharacteristics appropriate for review.Of these articles, the majority (70%) did not specifically identify an evaluation approach, even though21% of all feature …
The Future Of Extension: A Network Emergence Perspectivefrom The Case Of The Global Forum For Rural Advisory Services, Kristin Davis, David Dolly, Alexa J. Lamm, Kevan W. Lamm
The Future Of Extension: A Network Emergence Perspectivefrom The Case Of The Global Forum For Rural Advisory Services, Kristin Davis, David Dolly, Alexa J. Lamm, Kevan W. Lamm
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Extension, as a socially-based institution, must constantly evolve with society. This case study on the Global Forum for Rural Advisory Services uses social network theory to add to the literature on network emergence in the context of extension. The researchers explored how an extension network evolved in response to global agricultural issues. The use of a qualitative content analysis of the eight themes of the annual meeting of the network showed how the Forum changed in response to current events and regional needs. The Forum first built and consolidated a network of global extension members and then moved to an …
Facing Boldly The Scourge Of Praedial Larceny On Food Production In The Caribbean, Wayne G. Ganpat, Wendy-Ann P. Issac
Facing Boldly The Scourge Of Praedial Larceny On Food Production In The Caribbean, Wayne G. Ganpat, Wendy-Ann P. Issac
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Agricultural crimes or farm theft,commonly referred to as praedial larceny throughout the Caribbean, impacts significantly on food security through high levelsof economic loss. This paper provides an overview of praedial larceny worldwide, losses in the Caribbean region and some evidence from Trinidad and Tobago where the situation is prevalent. The study was guided by the routine activities theory; identifying the types of criminal acts perpetrated, the level of risks posed to farmers and a special emphasis on the concept of guardianship. Data from group discussions and interviews conducted among farmers in two major areas in Trinidad representing different terrain (flat …
Using Participatory Rural Appraisal For A Community Needs Assessment In Timor-Leste, Kim E. Dooley, Catherine Dobbins, Leslie D. Edgar
Using Participatory Rural Appraisal For A Community Needs Assessment In Timor-Leste, Kim E. Dooley, Catherine Dobbins, Leslie D. Edgar
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Conducting timelyand effective needs assessments in the field is important for international development work. In many cases, a researcher has only a couple of hours to build rapport with a community, visually examine the state of the field, and conduct the needs assessment and achieve open, honest, and valid data. Working with translators further constrains the process by cutting available time. Thus, research focused on conducting these types of international assessments is valuable. This study aimed to identify the key needs of theFatubesi community in Timor-Leste using a combination of techniques for Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA)—a transect walk and a …
Considering An Appreciative Approachto International Extension Evaluation, Alexa J. Lamm, Kevan W. Lamm
Considering An Appreciative Approachto International Extension Evaluation, Alexa J. Lamm, Kevan W. Lamm
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Programmatic evaluation has become a common practice in international extension education. Evaluation has primarily been used to report the outputs, outcomes and impacts of extension efforts. Sometimes an evaluation is done for formative reasons, to make programmatic improvements, and most often for summative reasons, as a justification for further funding. Depending upon the evaluator (or evaluative approach) the evaluation will include stakeholder input and focus on collecting data the stakeholder will ultimately use. Some have even gone so far as engaging in developmental evaluation which allows for ambiguity and changes in direction throughout the duration of an extension program. Despite …
The Photo Narrative Process: Students’ Intercultural Learning In Agriculture, Emily Bost, Gary Wingenbach
The Photo Narrative Process: Students’ Intercultural Learning In Agriculture, Emily Bost, Gary Wingenbach
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Cultural heritage describes our way of life. It comes from previous generational traditions and incorporates our current constructed and natural environments, and tangible artifacts. The photo narrative process, derived from photovoice, combines photography and narrative expression about artifacts important to one’s way of life. The purpose of this study was to explore effects of the photo narrative process on students’ intercultural learning in agriculture. Photo narrative assignments were developed for students to capture facets of their cultural heritage, and their host countries’ cultural heritage fromthree separate study abroad programs. Archival data werecollected (i.e., course assignments to illustrate one’s cultural heritage …
International Agricultural And Extension Education: Meeting The Unknown Challenges Of Tomorrow, James R. Linder
International Agricultural And Extension Education: Meeting The Unknown Challenges Of Tomorrow, James R. Linder
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The purpose of this paper is to provide philosophical observations and reflections over 25 years of the Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education(JIAEE) as a reader, author, and editor. The paper provides a brief history of JIAEE including changes that occurred over the years. This paper honors those that contributed to JIAEE and stood as its caretakers over the past 25 years. This main body of the paper is divided into three sections: early years, middle years, and contemporary years. The paper exploresthe development and use of JIAEE keywords and provides visual depictions using wordclouds. The purpose of keywords …
Entrepreneurial Education In Middle - Level Tertiary Colleges In The Rift Valley Of Kenya, David E. Lawver, Matt Baker, Raphael Mwiti Gikunda, Juma Magogo, Michael Kanyi
Entrepreneurial Education In Middle - Level Tertiary Colleges In The Rift Valley Of Kenya, David E. Lawver, Matt Baker, Raphael Mwiti Gikunda, Juma Magogo, Michael Kanyi
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
This study adds to the knowledge base of Entrepreneurial Education (EE)in selected technical training institutes in Kenya.Using qualitative research inquiry, semi-structured interviews were conducted with aquestionguidebookand follow-up questioning. Data were collected from students, instructors,and administratorsselected through purposive sampling.Open and axial coding wasused to categorize the transcribed interview responses. Peer review was used to ensurecredibility and confirmability. The results reveals that the learning institutions prepared students as entrepreneurs through coursework, mandatory field internships, internal projects, participation inagricultural and business fairs, and providing startup capital for cooperative shops.EE delivery facesnumerous constraints including inadequate start-up capital, inadequate access to land, and output and …
Haitian Faculty Perceptions Of Students’ Competence At Graduation: An Opportunity For Curricul A Modification, Absalon Pierre, Marie Christelle Calixte, Kelly Moore, J. C. Bunch, T. Grady Roberts
Haitian Faculty Perceptions Of Students’ Competence At Graduation: An Opportunity For Curricul A Modification, Absalon Pierre, Marie Christelle Calixte, Kelly Moore, J. C. Bunch, T. Grady Roberts
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The contribution of agricultural universities to long-term food security in developing countries is widely acknowledged. The extent to which these universities in each country are helping students develop the requisite competence to meet employment needs is unknown. The purpose of this study was to explore Haitian faculty members’ perceptions of student competence at graduation. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 37 lecturers who taught at five of the major agricultural universities in Haiti. The results of this revealed that (a) the employment conditions for university graduates were challenging; (b) faculty did not believe it was important for their students to graduate …
Exploring The Influence Of Innovation Characteristics On The Adoption Of A Water And Input Saving Technology In The Jordan Valley: Implications For Community Extension Workers, Mary T. Rodriguez, T. Grady Roberts, Amy Harder
Exploring The Influence Of Innovation Characteristics On The Adoption Of A Water And Input Saving Technology In The Jordan Valley: Implications For Community Extension Workers, Mary T. Rodriguez, T. Grady Roberts, Amy Harder
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
As the world’s population is set to increase to an estimated 9.6 billion people, the greater the strain becomes on the food system to meet people’s food and nutrition needs (United Nations, 2013). The MENA region is expected to increase in population by double by 2050 further straining their water and food resources (IFPRI, 2010). Improved innovations to increase production have been encouraged to address those issues. Fertigation, and in particular the more effective hydraulic injector, was introduced in the Jordan Valley to help manage the amount of fertilizer application, reduce run-off in irrigated agriculture, and improve water use efficiency. …
A Survey To Determine International Program Growth Areas And Needs To Guide A College Of Agriculture International Programs Office, Leslie D. Edgar, Don W. Edgar, Olivia Caillouet, Catherine Dobbins
A Survey To Determine International Program Growth Areas And Needs To Guide A College Of Agriculture International Programs Office, Leslie D. Edgar, Don W. Edgar, Olivia Caillouet, Catherine Dobbins
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
International programs (IP)continue to grow in importance. There is an increased demand from employers and communities forglobally competent individuals, yetonly 2.3% of Dale Bumpers Collegeof Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences (Bumpers College)students studied abroad in an agriculture-related program during the 2014 and 2015 academic year. This study used descriptive survey methods withUniversityof Arkansasundergraduate students enrolled in Fall 2017 Bumpers Collegecourses (n= 1,758) to determine their perceptions of international experiences. These perceptions included identifying the most influential barriers and benefits to participation. The majority of students were interested in short-term faculty-led programs (n= 1,190, 72.1%), followed by international internships (n= 760, …
Knowledge Of Extension Agents Regarding Professionalization Of Extension Services: Evidence From South West Nigeria, Oluwasogo David Olorunfemi, Oladimeji Idowu Oladele
Knowledge Of Extension Agents Regarding Professionalization Of Extension Services: Evidence From South West Nigeria, Oluwasogo David Olorunfemi, Oladimeji Idowu Oladele
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The study examined the knowledge of agriculture extension agents on professionalization in South West Nigeria. This was borne out of the need to improve and ensure a viable, effective and vibrant extension and advisory service delivery in the area. 301 public and 55 private extension agents were selected through a two-staged sampling procedure. A questionnaire was used to obtain data on their socio-economic characteristics, knowledge on professionalization and its components, these being analyzed using descriptive, t-test and tobit regression analyses. The results showed that the agricultural agents in the public and private extension organizations had a basic knowledge on the …
Explaining Agriculture Faculty Members’ Involvement In Study Abroad: Structural Relationships Among Personal - Dimension Variables, Shelli D. Rampold, Melissa Cater, J C. Bunch, J. Joey Blackburn, Michael Burnett
Explaining Agriculture Faculty Members’ Involvement In Study Abroad: Structural Relationships Among Personal - Dimension Variables, Shelli D. Rampold, Melissa Cater, J C. Bunch, J. Joey Blackburn, Michael Burnett
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Agriculture faculty members’ involvement in study abroad programs can influence students’ participation in such. However, faculty members’ involvement may be limited by institutional, professional, and personal factors. This study was conducted to explain agriculture teaching faculty members’ involvement in study abroad programs by examining the structural relationships between their study abroad involvement and personal dimension variables. Results indicated the personal factors influencing faculty members’ involvement in study abroad include their perceptions of the knowledge, skill, and ability (KSA) outcomes of study abroad, awareness of study abroad programs and procedures, and prior international experience (PIE). The effect of faculty members’ perceptions …
Social Capital Of Faculty Within Haiti’S Agricultural Education And Training System, Bertrhude Albert, T. Grady Roberts, Amy Harder
Social Capital Of Faculty Within Haiti’S Agricultural Education And Training System, Bertrhude Albert, T. Grady Roberts, Amy Harder
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The purpose of this research was to identify how teaching at multiple institutions impacts social capital of faculty within the Haitian AET system. Putnam’s social capital framework was used in the current study. Social capital is developed based on relationships with others. Bonding social capital is homogenous; bridging social capital is heterogonous; linking social capital connects an individual with external resources. A mixed methods approach was used in order to accomplish the study’s objectives. Results from the quantitative portion of this research showed a low positive association between teaching at multiple institutions and bonding social capital. Similarly, a moderate positive …
Critical Action Inquiry For The Establishment Of A Global Food Security Graduate Certificate In Latin America And The Caribbean At Texas Tech University, Carla Andrea Millares Forno, Todd Brashears, Amy E. Boren-Alpizar, Matt Baker, Carlos Carpio
Critical Action Inquiry For The Establishment Of A Global Food Security Graduate Certificate In Latin America And The Caribbean At Texas Tech University, Carla Andrea Millares Forno, Todd Brashears, Amy E. Boren-Alpizar, Matt Baker, Carlos Carpio
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The purpose of the study was to determine the topics and courses of a graduate certificate focusing on Global Food Security (GFS) for Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) through critical action inquiry. GFS is a major issue worldwide that will continue to expand in years to come. Almost 795 million people are estimated to have suffered from chronic hunger globally in 2014-2016. Studies have shown the strong relationship between education and food security and we do not argue for causation, merely association. For this reason, curricula focused on teaching GFS to graduate students will enable professionals in international settings …
Bridging Farmer And Researcher: Extension Through The Eyes Of Agents In Rural Pakistanbridging Farmer And Researcher: Extension Through The Eyes Of Agents In Rural Pakistan, Sandra Heaney-Mustafa, Francesco Sofo, Mukaddas Afzal, Zubair Anwar, Bareerah Fatima, Faizan Ul Hasan
Bridging Farmer And Researcher: Extension Through The Eyes Of Agents In Rural Pakistanbridging Farmer And Researcher: Extension Through The Eyes Of Agents In Rural Pakistan, Sandra Heaney-Mustafa, Francesco Sofo, Mukaddas Afzal, Zubair Anwar, Bareerah Fatima, Faizan Ul Hasan
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Irrigation and efficient water usage by farmers remain keyagricultural problems in Pakistan. Technological approaches to water management specifically irrigation management using cloud technology is a recent innovation currently being trialed in Pakistan through a project conducted by the authors and funded by the Australian Centre for International Research. The paper reports on the perceptions of rural agents in Pakistan involved in the scaling out of new technologies to improve irrigation practices of a large number of farmers. The methodology adopted the use of focus groups with water professionals and extension agents as this approach has been proven to be a …
Barrier Analysis As A Tool To Inform Extension Activity Planning: Insights From Guatemala, Alene Seiler Martinez, Theresa Pesl Murphrey, Gary Wingenbach, Leonardo Lombardini
Barrier Analysis As A Tool To Inform Extension Activity Planning: Insights From Guatemala, Alene Seiler Martinez, Theresa Pesl Murphrey, Gary Wingenbach, Leonardo Lombardini
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Over the past decade, renewed emphasis has been placed on extension services in developing countries to reduce rural poverty and improve food security. Despite this emphasis, complex physical, political, and socioeconomic environments in developing countries pose significant difficulties to extension agents’ success rates of adoption of new practices and/or behavior change among rural populations. In addition, agents have meager resources at their dis-posal.Development programs in the health sector have had success with employing behavior change theories for program design, driven by the Barrier Analysis as amethod for gather-ing data about target populations. Theory and research suggest this method provides key …
U.S. International Agricultural Development: What Events, Forces, Actors, And Philosophical Perspectives Presaged Its Approach?, Brandon M. Raczkoski, M Craig Edwards
U.S. International Agricultural Development: What Events, Forces, Actors, And Philosophical Perspectives Presaged Its Approach?, Brandon M. Raczkoski, M Craig Edwards
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The philosophical perspectives, including significant actors, events, and forces, that influenced and presaged the United States’ approach to international agricultural development are somewhat unclear. The purpose of this historical narrative, therefore, was to understand the key drivers responsible for forging the U.S. framework for technical agricultural assistance abroad, especially in its formative years. The study’s findings were reported by answering two questions. The first question explored historical events, including federal legislative acts and statutes, which precipitated the U.S. approach to international agricultural development. The second research question addressed the philosophical primers imbued in the U.S. approach to international agricultural development, …
Effective Advocacy For Extension Networks: An Evaluation Of Critical Capacities, Kevin W. Lamm, Alexa J. Lamm, Kristen Davis, B. Jyothi Swaroop
Effective Advocacy For Extension Networks: An Evaluation Of Critical Capacities, Kevin W. Lamm, Alexa J. Lamm, Kristen Davis, B. Jyothi Swaroop
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Across the globe extension or rural advisory service (RAS) networks are experiencing dramatic changes. Rural to urban population shifts, climate variability, and increased competition for limited resources have created a challenging environment. When done effectively, advocacy is one of the most successful tool extensionists possess to increase understanding and visibility for the value and impacts RAS networks can have. Despite the importance of advocacy there has not been any research into the capacities necessary for RAS networks to advocate effectively. To address the gap researchers conducted a three-round Delphi process with an expert panel of 31 individuals from 24 different …
Filling In The Gap: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study Of The Lived Experiences Of Agricultural Change Agents In Northern Haiti, Priscilla Zelaya, Amy Harder, T Grady Roberts
Filling In The Gap: A Hermeneutic Phenomenological Study Of The Lived Experiences Of Agricultural Change Agents In Northern Haiti, Priscilla Zelaya, Amy Harder, T Grady Roberts
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
In order to better understand the lived experiences of change agents in the North Department of Haiti, a hermeneutical phenomenological study was conducted. Change agents must work against a variety of barriers in order to help influence change within their spheres of influence in rural Haiti. The change agent experience in this study is collaborative, mutually benefitting, deeply cultural, and built out of necessity. Change agents in this study have found that by working together, they are able to fill in the gaps left by unequal distributions of resources within their communities such as tools, money, advisory services, or even …
Evaluating Agricultural Extension And Advisory Services Through A Governance Lens, Cristina Álvarez-Mingote, Paul E. Mcnamara
Evaluating Agricultural Extension And Advisory Services Through A Governance Lens, Cristina Álvarez-Mingote, Paul E. Mcnamara
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Demand-driven extension services have been promoted as a potential mechanism to improve governance quality and lead to better-served farmers. In this paper, we evaluate i) the extent to which demand-driven elements are present in extension services in developing countries, and ii) whether governance problems persist and why. We accomplish so by performing a qualitative analysis of the Modernizing Extension and Advisory Services (MEAS) country assessments, and find that, despite the adoption of demand-driven features, extension services are not fully participatory, transparent, accountable, equitable and responsive to needed farmers.
A Narrative Review Of The Assessment Of Extension And Advisory Services On An Agricultural Development Project In North - West Province, South Africa, Ijatuyi Enioluwa Jonathan, Mokone Bontle
A Narrative Review Of The Assessment Of Extension And Advisory Services On An Agricultural Development Project In North - West Province, South Africa, Ijatuyi Enioluwa Jonathan, Mokone Bontle
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The effectiveness of agriculturalextensionwork relies upon the accessibility of staffsthat are qualified, roused, conferred and receptive to the consistently evolving social, financial and political condition.This narrative seeks to highlight the role thatextension and advisory services play on a specific Agricultural Development Programme Project in North-West Province of SouthAfrica. It also exploreshow best the provincialgovernment can ensure that policies are developed and timely interventions are delivered with the needs of the farmers being considered first. Recommendations for rapid growth in the cattle and livestock industry in the provincewere also suggested
Determinants Of Student Persistence In Completing Bs Agriculture Degrees In The University Of The Philippines, Ruth A. Ortega-Dela Cruz, Maria Ana T. Quimbo
Determinants Of Student Persistence In Completing Bs Agriculture Degrees In The University Of The Philippines, Ruth A. Ortega-Dela Cruz, Maria Ana T. Quimbo
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The study used descriptive research design to identify factors that explain persistence of BS Agriculture (BSA) students in the University of the Philippines Los Baños during their first year of college as they moved on to the next year level towards degree completion. In addition to self-administered questionnaire, Key Informant interviews were also conducted. Findings reveal that institution-related factor particularly the institution’s commitment to academic excellence constitutes most to the experiences of agriculture students. Analysis of Variance reveals a significant difference in the persistence of BS Agriculture students across year levels. The results of the study point out that, as …
Agricultural Livelihoods And Climate Change: Employing The Livelihood Vulnerability Index In Bluefields, Jamaica, Kevin Lee Fath, Taniya Jayani Koswatta, Gary Wingenbach
Agricultural Livelihoods And Climate Change: Employing The Livelihood Vulnerability Index In Bluefields, Jamaica, Kevin Lee Fath, Taniya Jayani Koswatta, Gary Wingenbach
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The purpose of this quantitative study was to examine agricultural livelihood vulnerability to climate change in Bluefields, Westmoreland, Jamaica based on the Livelihoods Vulnerability Index (LVI). Random sampling was used to select participants. Personal interviews were conducted with farmers using an instrument consisting of LVI components representing livelihood strategies, natural and physical assets, socio-demographic profile, social networks, water issues, food issues, natural disasters, and climate variability. LVI data were aggregated using an indexing approach to create scores for comparison across vulnerability components. The results showed farmers in Bluefields had the most amount of vulnerability in social networks and water issues. …
Extension Agents’ Use And Acceptance Of Social Media: The Case Of The Department Of Agricultural Extension In Bangladesh, Md Karmruzzaman, Ataharul Chowdhury, Annemarie Van Paassen, Wayne Ganpat
Extension Agents’ Use And Acceptance Of Social Media: The Case Of The Department Of Agricultural Extension In Bangladesh, Md Karmruzzaman, Ataharul Chowdhury, Annemarie Van Paassen, Wayne Ganpat
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have been considered as key driving forces for enabling agricultural development ‒the sector which provides livelihoods for majority ofthepopulation in Bangladesh. The Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE), the largest public sector agricultural extension service provider in Bangladesh, hasrecently enactedanew organizational policy for its staffs to use ICTs such as social media to provide better services. However, there is little or merely anecdotal evidence about how extension agents of DAE have been accepting and using social media for their professional work. Drawing onthetheoretical underpinnings of the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM),thisstudy is a first attempt to investigate …
An Innovative Model Of Agricultural Educationand Training In Guinea: Trending Toward Self-Sustainability, Aaron J. Mckim, Tyson J. Sorensen
An Innovative Model Of Agricultural Educationand Training In Guinea: Trending Toward Self-Sustainability, Aaron J. Mckim, Tyson J. Sorensen
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Exploringlocally-designed Agricultural Education and Training (AET) programs provides opportunitiesfor the entire system of AET to improve. Recognizing this potential, researchers conducted a case study of the Centre d’Apprentissage et de Formation Professionnelle Post-Primaire (i.e.,Center for Post Primary Professional Training [CAFPPP]) located in Macenta, Guinea.The case study was completed in conjunction with a comprehensive program review and participant-engaged strategic planning process. Results illuminate CAFPPP facessignificant challenges, including (a) limited funding, (b) insufficient teacher and administrator training,(c) limited curricular scope,and (d)systematic challenges. Additionally, three critical strengthswere identified at CAFPPP,(a)utilization of an effective, practice-based educational model, (b) stakeholder support, and (c) access to …
Training For Intercultural Sensitivity Skills: A Case For Agricultural Extension Professionals In Nigeria And Nations Facing Similar Challenges, Bala M. Shehu
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
The agricultural sector is one of the biggest contributors to Nigeria’s economy in addition to being the employer of about 60% of its population (Odoemelam, 2011). In spite of the important role played by agriculture in the nation’s economy, the sector is still underdeveloped. To foster the development of agriculture in Nigeria, agricultural extension and advisory services are being used to transform the practices of farmers, who are still largely subsistence producers. In fact, Anaeto et al. (2012) attributed the slow development of Nigerian agriculture to the failure of its farmers to respond positively to novel ideas or innovations. For …
Haitian Agricultural Faculty Preparation For Their Academic Roles, Absalon Pierre, Marie Christelle Calixte, Kelly Moore, J. C. Bunch, Koenig, Lemâne Delva, T. Grady Roberts
Haitian Agricultural Faculty Preparation For Their Academic Roles, Absalon Pierre, Marie Christelle Calixte, Kelly Moore, J. C. Bunch, Koenig, Lemâne Delva, T. Grady Roberts
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Food insecurity is widespread in Haiti. The tertiary agricultureinstitutionshave the great challenge of educatingthe future professionals who will help in meeting the growth needs of the Haitian agriculturesector.The extent that faculty are prepared for the teaching roles is unknown. This study examined this topic using a basic qualitative study that consisted of interviews with 37 lecturers working at five leading agricultural universitiesin Haiti. Data were analyzed using a basic thematic analysis. Results revealed the majority of participants generally felt well-prepared for their academic roles. The institutional climate for professional development is variable across the universities represented by the participants of …
A Change In Perspective: Agriculturally -Based Study Abroad Experience For Nicaraguan Students, Mark S. Hainline, Baleshka Brenes Mayorga, Sarahi Morales, Amy E. Boren Alpízar, Rudy A. Ritz, Scott Burris
A Change In Perspective: Agriculturally -Based Study Abroad Experience For Nicaraguan Students, Mark S. Hainline, Baleshka Brenes Mayorga, Sarahi Morales, Amy E. Boren Alpízar, Rudy A. Ritz, Scott Burris
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education
Study abroad experiences serve to enrich students’ educational experiences, granted these programs must be evaluated to assess educational effectiveness. The purpose of this qualitative study was toexamine Nicaraguan students’ perceptions of agriculture and future aspirations, before and after engaging in a four-day agricultural-based program. Graphic elicitation and arts-based projective techniques served as metrics to assess students’ perceptions.Four major themes, with six sub-themes emerged from the data: a) perceptions of agriculture (i.e., previous agriculture); b) strength through unity (i.e., unity; and ripple effect); c) aspirations (i.e., importance of education); d) value of experience (i.e., learning new things; and thankfulness). Overall, the …