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Translating Policy, Systems, And Environmental Change For Use In The Family Context, Erin L. Yelland, James S. Bates
Translating Policy, Systems, And Environmental Change For Use In The Family Context, Erin L. Yelland, James S. Bates
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Theorists argue that emphasizing changes to the policies, systems, and environments in which individuals live has more economical and sustainable impact on human health than interventions targeted directly to individuals (Kegler et al., 2015). We believe, however, that the ecology of the family remains an essential context for influencing individual behavior and contend it crucial that family life educators acknowledge the impact of family-level health-improvement initiatives. As such, we propose a behavior-change model for the family context that reflects the impact of interconnected family rules (policy), family relationships (systems), and the home (environment) on individual behavior, and acknowledge the underlying …
Engagement In Cross-Cultural Large Lecture Classrooms: Using Top Hat Technology To Include Students In The Discussion, Rayecarol Cavender, Trina Gannon
Engagement In Cross-Cultural Large Lecture Classrooms: Using Top Hat Technology To Include Students In The Discussion, Rayecarol Cavender, Trina Gannon
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
A criticism of cross-cultural course requirements at the collegiate level is just how effective these courses are in promoting multiculturalism among students. Many of these courses are also taught in large lecture format, cultivating an environment in which students are passive receivers of information rather than active participants in open interactions with the instructor and their peers. Incorporating a student response system (SRS) into a cross-cultural large lecture course allows students to respond to questions anonymously while facilitating the active involvement and engagement that is necessary to facilitate student openness to adopting more pluralistic perspectives over the span of the …
Targeting Extension Programs To Opinion Leaders Guiding Genetic Modification Discussions, Alexa J. Lamm, Melissa R. Taylor, Joy N. Rumble, Jason D. Ellis
Targeting Extension Programs To Opinion Leaders Guiding Genetic Modification Discussions, Alexa J. Lamm, Melissa R. Taylor, Joy N. Rumble, Jason D. Ellis
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Despite communication efforts developed to educate the public about genetic modification (GM) science designed to ensure consumers are making educated purchasing decisions, most consumers do not seek out information about GM science and make emotional purchasing decisions. GM supporters and opponents can also be very vocal about their opinions, having an impact on those within their social realms of influence. Using opinion leadership theory, this study sought to identify GM opinion leaders within the U.S. who consider themselves to be outspoken and a source of information for GM science. An online survey was deployed with the purpose of identifying GM …
4-H State Leadership Boards: Measuring Leadership Life Skills And Youth-Adult Relationships, Leslie Moran, J.C. Bunch, Melissa Cater
4-H State Leadership Boards: Measuring Leadership Life Skills And Youth-Adult Relationships, Leslie Moran, J.C. Bunch, Melissa Cater
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
This descriptive correlational study sought to measure the development of leadership life skills and the perceptions of youth-adult relationships by youth serving on the Louisiana 4-H State Leadership Boards. Members of the 2013-2014 Louisiana 4-H State Leadership Boards (N = 153) served as the population for the study. A total of 99 responses were collected yielding a response rate of 65%. Board members reported high levels of youth involvement, adult involvement, and youth-adult interaction. Based on the high levels of involvement and interaction, youth-adult partnerships were present on the Louisiana 4-H State Leadership Boards. Future research should be conducted to …
Child Support Compliance In Fatherhood Programs: The Role Of Hope, Role Salience, And Parenting Skills, Alexander E. Chan, Francesca Adler-Baeder
Child Support Compliance In Fatherhood Programs: The Role Of Hope, Role Salience, And Parenting Skills, Alexander E. Chan, Francesca Adler-Baeder
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Non-resident fathers’ compliance with child support agreements is low. An estimated 50% of fathers never pay any formal support to their co-parents (Stykes, Manning, & Brown, 2013). Responsible fatherhood programs have been developed as an alternative to incarceration to provide parenting and other skills to fathers in the hopes of increasing their payment compliance. This study adds to the sparse literature on the evaluation of responsible fatherhood programs by quantitatively examining the role of hope, parenting role salience, and parenting skills in predicting changes in child support compliance attitudes. The sample was drawn from participants in community-based responsible fatherhood programs. …
How An Online Education Module Influences Attitudes Toward Relationship Education: A Randomized Experiment, Daniel S. Hubler, Brandon K. Burr
How An Online Education Module Influences Attitudes Toward Relationship Education: A Randomized Experiment, Daniel S. Hubler, Brandon K. Burr
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Growing evidence suggests that many people do not see the differences between relationship education (RE) and couples therapy (CT). In fact, many lack information regarding the details and processes included in both RE and CT. If the differences are not understood, fewer people may be inclined to attend RE. RE has experienced various recruitment challenges over the years. The Theory of Planned Behavior illustrates how attitudes and intentionality are linked. If participants gain knowledge about a service, their attitudes about that service and intentions to participate change. For this study, an online module was created to provide information on the …
The Role Of Social Support In Predicting Depression And Task Overload Among College Students, James M, Duncan, Mallory Lucier-Greer, Anthony J. Ferraro, Kayla Reed-Fitzke
The Role Of Social Support In Predicting Depression And Task Overload Among College Students, James M, Duncan, Mallory Lucier-Greer, Anthony J. Ferraro, Kayla Reed-Fitzke
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Guided by the Relationships Motivation Theory, this short-term longitudinal study examined associations between social support (i.e., relatedness), depression, and stress in the form of task overload among emerging adult, university students (N = 184 at time one; N = 105 at time two; 69.2% female). Results from a series of path models indicated a significant relationship between decreased perceptions of social support over time and an increase in perceived task overload with significant mediating effects through depressive symptomology. Implications for counseling services as well as intervention and awareness points for university professionals are discussed.
Sociocontextual Factors And Maternal Caregiving In Mexican American Families With A Toddler, Jennifer J. Ross, Yvonne Caldera
Sociocontextual Factors And Maternal Caregiving In Mexican American Families With A Toddler, Jennifer J. Ross, Yvonne Caldera
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
This study investigated the influence of sociocontextual factors on maternal caregiving behaviors in 27 Mexican American families with both a mother and father and a toddler. Observations of family and dyadic tasks or interactional scenarios in laboratory settings were used to assess the coparenting relationship and the mothers’ sensitivity, intrusiveness, and disengagement with their children. Mothers also completed demographic and acculturation questionnaires. Results showed that the mothers’ generation level significantly predicted sensitivity. Findings further revealed that coparental competition was significant in predicting intrusiveness in the mothers’ caregiving. Results show how culture, family, and characteristics of mothers collaborate to predict the …
Youths’ Perspectives Of Experiential Learning Delivery: Findings From A Multistate 4-H Youth Program, Sarah Taylor, K. Anh Do, Shen Qin, Yan Ruth Xia, Maria Rosario T. De Guzman
Youths’ Perspectives Of Experiential Learning Delivery: Findings From A Multistate 4-H Youth Program, Sarah Taylor, K. Anh Do, Shen Qin, Yan Ruth Xia, Maria Rosario T. De Guzman
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Youths’ perspectives are often unexplored in youth program development and implementation. This article examined youths’ perspectives of a 4-H youth prevention program called “Health Rocks!” that is designed to promote healthful decision-making skills, stress coping, and socioemotional skills related to substance use. Qualitative and quantitative data were collected and analyzed. Qualitative findings reveal that participants appreciated the fun and engaging curriculum, valued program staff who were interactive, and enjoyed the hands-on program activities. Participants also reported that the program positively impacted their knowledge and skills. Quantitative results show that participants who perceived the program as fun were significantly more likely …
Exploring The Social Capital Of Cooperative Extension Agents In Mississippi, Amy Harder, Lendel K. Narine, Marina Denny
Exploring The Social Capital Of Cooperative Extension Agents In Mississippi, Amy Harder, Lendel K. Narine, Marina Denny
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
The Cooperative Extension System has a high turnover rate. Studies indicate a need to improve collaboration and communication efforts between agents to improve their retention. This exploratory study used a social capital lens to investigate agents’ collegial relationships and access to information. Cross-sectional data were collected from a nonrandomized sample of Extension agents from Mississippi State University (MSU) Extension. Results showed agents’ engagement in professional associations depended on their programmatic responsibilities. Few agents were active members of associations that were not linked to their specific program area. Findings pointed to a low level of bridging capital and a higher level …
The Relationship Between Student Admissions Data And Six-Year Degree Completion, Catherine W. Shoulders, Leslie D. Edgar, Donald M. Johnson
The Relationship Between Student Admissions Data And Six-Year Degree Completion, Catherine W. Shoulders, Leslie D. Edgar, Donald M. Johnson
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
This study examined the six-year bachelor’s degree graduation status of freshmen (N = 1,839) entering the Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences (AFLS) between 2001 and 2010. The overall graduation rate was 64%, including 23% who had transferred out of AFLS. Multinomial logistic regression was used to determine if student entry data differentiated between graduates and non-graduates and between AFLS and non-AFLS graduates. High school GPA (HSGPA), first-generation status, and year of admission to the university significantly differentiated between graduates and non-graduates. Each standard deviation increase in HSGPA was associated with a 224% increase in the relative …
Engaging Youth As Influencers In Leadership Event Planning, Steven A. Henness, Amanda Ball
Engaging Youth As Influencers In Leadership Event Planning, Steven A. Henness, Amanda Ball
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Contemporary youth development requires a new approach to involving youth in more active, engaging, and influential leadership roles. Teens and youth program professionals recognize the need young leaders have for more mentorship and accountability from adults to grow into their leadership potential. This paper specifically addresses how youth development professionals can engage student leadership teams in co-designing experiences for teens through the role of influencers. In this role, young leaders radiate their influence both laterally among their peers and vertically among adult leaders, developing stronger networks and gaining valuable experience. This paper draws observations from two state-level programs, the Missouri …
Burnout And Extension Educators: Where We Are And Implications For Future Research, Mia B. Russell, Prince A. Attoh, Tyrone Chase, Tao Gong, Jinhee Kim, Girvin L. Liggans
Burnout And Extension Educators: Where We Are And Implications For Future Research, Mia B. Russell, Prince A. Attoh, Tyrone Chase, Tao Gong, Jinhee Kim, Girvin L. Liggans
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
Burnout is identified as an individual work-related outcome that plagues educators within Cooperative Extension. Extension educators are particularly susceptible to burnout due to the unique set of demands and stressors they face, including geographic isolation, long work hours, prolonged driving times, and emotionally demanding interactions with clients, peers, local government, and administration. This review examines the literature relevant to Extension and burnout, discusses predictors and outcomes of burnout, and examines theories that have been used to investigate burnout. While studies have shed light on burnout within Extension from discipline and individual state perspectives, this review identifies the need for an …
Full Issue, Volume 7, Number 1, Donna J. Peterson, Rich Poling
Full Issue, Volume 7, Number 1, Donna J. Peterson, Rich Poling
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension
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