An Analytic Needs Assessment for Extension Education: Views from Extension Professionals and Faculty

Authors

Joseph L. Donaldson, North Carolina State UniversityFollow
Donna Graham, University of Arkansas-FayettevilleFollow
Shannon Arnold, Montana State UniversityFollow
Lisa K. Taylor, University of Nevada, RenoFollow
K. S. U. Jayaratne, North Carolina State UniversityFollow

Author ORCID Identifier

https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9276-3747

Abstract

This study describes professional development for Extension educators and curricula expectations for those preparing for Extension careers – as perceived by members of the American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE) and Joint Council of Extension Professionals (JCEP). We relate and differentiate findings from two surveys with open-ended questions. Regarding professional development, JCEP respondents identified program planning and evaluation, but AAAE respondents prioritized research methods. JCEP respondents prioritized practical experiences in Extension Education college courses, and AAAE members reported some practical Extension experiences in the college curriculum. College faculty may apply the results for impactful academic, professional development, and research programs.

Recommended Citation

Donaldson, J. L., Graham, D., Arnold, S., Taylor, L. K., & Jayaratne, K. (2023). An Analytic Needs Assessment for Extension Education: Views from Extension Professionals and Faculty. Journal of Human Sciences and Extension, 11(1), 14. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55533/2325-5226.1388

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