Framing a Public Issue for Extension: Challenges in Oil and Gas Activity

Authors

Gina G. Peek, Oklahoma State UniversityFollow
Larry D. Sanders, Oklahoma State UniversityFollow
Dave Shideler, Oklahoma State UniversityFollow
Shannon L. Ferrell, Oklahoma State UniversityFollow
Chad J. Penn, Oklahoma State University - Main CampusFollow
Todd Halihan, Oklahoma State University - Main CampusFollow

Volume

53

Issue

5

DOI

10.34068/joe.53.05.01

Abstract

Extension professionals may be pointed towards controversial and contentious public issues. Oil and gas issues, such as hydraulic fracturing, are a challenge for Extension in many states. Public policy education is a tested method that helps Extension professionals maintain credibility and relevance. The professional can help assist communities that are divided and unable to find common ground. This article applies public policy education to oil and gas activity, including hydraulic fracturing.

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Recommended Citation

Peek, G. G., Sanders, L. D., Shideler, D., Ferrell, S. L., Penn, C. J., & Halihan, T. (2015). Framing a Public Issue for Extension: Challenges in Oil and Gas Activity. The Journal of Extension, 53(5), Article 1. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.53.05.01