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Virtual Training For Managing Emerging Zoonotic Diseases Including Covid-19, Ramjee P. Ghimire, Karim M. Maredia, Melinda J. Wilkins Jan 2022

Virtual Training For Managing Emerging Zoonotic Diseases Including Covid-19, Ramjee P. Ghimire, Karim M. Maredia, Melinda J. Wilkins

Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education

The burden of zoonotic diseases is an important global issue affecting human and animal health, food value chains, international trade, and the environment. Two-thirds of the infectious diseases affecting human health are of animal origin. Information and knowledge of zoonotic diseases and associated effects is critical for managing these diseases. The World TAP at Michigan State University offered an online course in zoonotic diseases in March 2021, which a diverse group of 42 participants from 15 countries in Africa, Asia, Middle East, and Americas attended. Grounded on Experiential Leaning Theory this paper discusses the conceptualization, design, implementation, outcomes of, and …