Foundations of Extension Design and Practice
Session 1: Thursday 11 November 2021
Facilitated learning workshop (90 minutes)
- Foundations of extension theory
- What is extension?
- Stages of Attitudinal Change
- The Adoption Curve
- Listening and Questioning
- Characteristics of Innovation
Session 2: Thursday 18 November 2021
Facilitated learning workshop (90 minutes)
- Frameworks and tools for planning an extension activity/event
- Planning activities using Bennett’s Herarcy
- Activity types and planning
- Running an effective event
- Using social media as an extension tool
Masterclass session – Thursday 25 November 2021
Facilitated expert panel session and Q&A on the topic. (90 minutes)
This session will give participants the opportunity to develop wider professional networks, as well see how effective extension is used practically across the agricultural industries.