Teaching Complex, In-Depth Programs

Authors

John B. Hall, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityFollow
Bill R. McKinnon, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityFollow
Scott P. Greiner, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityFollow
William D. Whittier, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityFollow

Volume

42

Issue

42

Abstract

Changing demographics of rural Extension audiences create challenges to program delivery, and multiple delivery methods may be needed to effectively improve skills and knowledge of clients. We examined the effectiveness of different delivery methods and changes in client skills, knowledge and abilities as a result of a complex, in-depth program, the Virginia Cow/Calf Management Course. Almost 500 producers took the 5-month course. Changes were measured from pre- and post-course surveys. Skills easily employed by the producers were readily adopted. Experiential learning opportunities and written materials had the greatest impact on producers, while Web-based information and discussion groups were marginally effective.

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Hall, J. B., McKinnon, B. R., Greiner, S. P., & Whittier, W. D. (2004). Teaching Complex, In-Depth Programs. The Journal of Extension, 42(3), Article 6. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol42/iss3/6