Volume
63
Issue
4
Abstract
Needs assessments are an important activity for Extension professionals, as they identify community assets and guide decisions about programs and services. A common challenge is a lack of needs assessment data. The Fermi Estimate Framework can help Extension professionals overcome the challenge of missing data by producing reasonable estimates to answer questions of interest. Here we share detailed, step-by-step instructions for using the Fermi Estimate Framework, accompanied by a real-world Extension example.
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Recommended Citation
Lonstrup, E., Rider, C. D., & Westfall, M. R. (2025). Using Fermi Estimates within Needs Assessments: An Extension Professional’s Guide. The Journal of Extension, 63(4), Article 14. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol63/iss4/14
