Extension Practice

Extension Practice

What is Extension?

A history in Australia

Performance Indicators and Benchmarking in Extension

Pareto's Law

To assist extension planning

Diffusion of Innovations Theory

Founded by Everett Rogers

Peter Honey and Alan Mumford

Learning Styles

Bennett's Hierarchy

Extension Program Evaluation Model

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published - 30 September 2017
By Gavin Beever
Action Learning

(Image source, Wendy Brooks, 2016)
Action Learning is a theory and process developed by Professor Reg Revans (Revans, 1982). It is an excellent tool and process for Extension Professionals to facilitate groups (Action Learning “sets”) to tackle key problems or tasks that are complex in nature and don’t already have a solution. “Action …
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Home, Methods & Tools, Theory

published - 14 September 2017
By Gavin Beever
Ice Breakers for Group Extension

Ice breakers are an important component of group extension. They help build rapport, establish some common ground and make group members feel comfortable. They can be used to:

Effectively introduce a facilitator
Introduce and set the tone for an activity
Introduce people to each other
Set the scene for the day
“Warm up” participants
Break down barriers
Help …
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Home, Methods & Tools

published - 15 July 2017
By Gavin Beever
The ORID Method (Objective, Reflective, Interpretive and Decisional)

The ORID method is a great way to structure a survey, interview, presentation or discussion. It can assist by taking participants through an experiential learning process.  It helps them develop their thinking in a logical manner and then draw their conclusions in respect to the situation or topic in question. …
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Methods & Tools

published - 2 June 2017
By Gavin Beever
APEN

The Australasia-Pacific Extension Network (APEN) is the premier professional organisation for extension workers and those interested in extension in the Australasia-Pacific region.
Four hundred Extension Professionals are part of the network and the APEN website is here www.apen.org.au
APEN provides a range of networking and professional development opportunities for Extension Professionals. They …
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Home, Methods & Tools, Resources, Theory

published - 1 June 2017
By Gavin Beever
Effective Presentations

Presenting well requires a set of skills and as such can be learned and continuously improved.  This article provides key tips for designing and delivering effective presentations.  It is designed to assist you with planning for and delivering presentations.
Preparing for success

Firstly, set clear objectives or learning outcomes for the audience you are …
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Home, Methods & Tools, Resources

published - 1 May 2017
By Gavin Beever
Peter Honey and Alan Mumford Learning Styles

Peter Honey and Alan Mumford recommend that to maximise personal learning, each learner ought to understand their own learning style and seek out opportunities to learn in their learning style. But they should also develop their learning capacity in other styles to become a more well-rounded learner. This increases versatility …
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Methods & Tools, Uncategorized

published - 2 December 2016
By Gavin Beever
What is Extension?

Extension is the practice of transferring information, knowledge or skills that can assist individuals, families, communities, organisations or businesses achieve improved economic, social and environmental outcomes and create positive change. This article provides a brief history of Extension in Australia.
Agricultural extension is as old as the domestication of plants and …
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Theory