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Study Guide Template

Study Guide Template. Okunade Esther ayaba0604@yahoo.com. Course Information. General Information: Students in this course should read this study guide carefully at the start of semester. It contains important information about the course. B. About the Course

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Study Guide Template

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  1. Study Guide Template Okunade Esther ayaba0604@yahoo.com

  2. CourseInformation • General Information: • Students in this course should read this study guide carefully at the start of semester. • It contains important information about the course. B. About the Course • This course introduces students to a range of knowledge, skills, and perspectives in Extension Education and Agricultural Extension. Course Name : INTRODUCTION TOAGRICULTURAL EXTENSION Course Code: AER 201 Credit points: 2 units C. Year: 2010/2011 Session D. Semester: Harmattan E. Lecturer Information: Name : Dr.(Mrs) Esther O. Okunade Email : ayaba0604@yahoo.com , ayaba0604@gmail.com Phone No: 08035029438, 08078002006 • Consultation: This will need to be over the phone, by email, or by blogging.

  3. Introduction • This is an introductory course to Agricultural Extension. The course introduces students to the meaning of Extension, its importance, problems and traces its history in Nigeria. The course will also expose students to the structure of the different types of Extension system being practiced in the country.

  4. INTRODUCTION CONTD Aim • The aim of the course is to expose students to the rudimentary of the meaning of Extension. • It is to emphasize the basic task of extension teaching. • develop their abilities in the following: • Critical analysis skills • Creative thinking skills • Communication skills • to train them in the usage of the above skills to assist farming population

  5. Learning Objectives The following set objectives must be met at the end of the Course , The students must understand : • the meaning of Agricultural Extension • importance of Agricultural Extension to agricultural Development • Importance of local groups and local leaders in Extension • Be able to relay history of Extension in Nigeria • Identify the different types of Extension Systems practiced thus far • Know the different features of each of the systems

  6. Lesson Outline • Meaning of Extension • Featured of Extension • Principles of extension • PHILOSOPHIES UNDERLYING AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION WORK. • FUNCTIONS OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION • SCOPE OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION • SIGNIFICANCE OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION IN AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT • HISTORY OF AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION IN NIGERIA. • PROBLEMS MILITATING AGAINST SUCCESSFUL AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION WORK • THE USE OF LOCAL LEADERS IN EXTENSION WORK • The qualities and roles of an extension agent. • Qualities of an Extension Agent • Roles of an Extension Agent

  7. Taking the Course • Instructions on the process of the course. 1. Download and Read the study material placed at my pbworks 2. Review the revision questions at the end 3. Take the practice test 4. Review the material 5. Take the exam • NOTE: You must score at least a 70% to pass the exam. TIP: Taking the practice test improves your chances of success.

  8. Preparing for the examination This study guide will provide you with the in-depth knowledge you will need in order to complete the exam. • A PowerPoint presentation has been included in this study material • The sample questions and practice test at the end of this study guide will help you asses your knowledge before you take the examination. • The book “Introduction to Agricultural Extension” is not required to pass the examination; however, it will provide excellent additional information concerning this course if you choose to read it.

  9. Prerequisites All students must have registered for this course online before qualifying to take his examination. • Students should have 80% of their assignment completed & submitted before taking this examination.

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