Extension Master Gardener Social Media Needs: A National Study

Authors

Karen A. Vines, Virginia TechFollow
Karen Jeannette, Military Families Learning Network at the eXtension InitiativeFollow
Emily Eubanks, University of FloridaFollow
Maggie Lawrence, Auburn UniversityFollow
Rama Radhakrishna, Pennsylvania State UniversityFollow

Volume

54

Issue

2

DOI

10.34068/joe.54.02.22

Abstract

An online survey was conducted to assess the feasibility of providing training on the use of social media for the Extension Master Gardener (EMG) program. Volunteers (n = 1,275) and coordinators (n = 111) responded. Findings indicate the existence of sufficient interest in a nationally coordinated social media training. Inclusion of social media as a qualifying activity in EMG programs should be explored. Findings support inclusion of volunteers in future surveys and the possible need for increased involvement of volunteers in setting program direction. Training is being developed on the basis of the data. Future surveying of the EMG population by using random sampling to more accurately define the audience is strongly encouraged.

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Recommended Citation

Vines, K. A., Jeannette, K., Eubanks, E., Lawrence, M., & Radhakrishna, R. (2016). Extension Master Gardener Social Media Needs: A National Study. The Journal of Extension, 54(2), Article 22. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.54.02.22