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What was the primary problem identified in the community survey?
What was the primary problem identified in the community survey?
- Low yield of crops
- Low income from crop production (correct)
- High cost of fertilizers
- Insufficient teaching methods
What should the specific objectives state according to the process outlined?
What should the specific objectives state according to the process outlined?
- Only social outcomes desired
- Both behavioral changes and economic outcomes desired (correct)
- Just behavioral changes in people
- General community satisfaction
Which of the following was identified as a factor contributing to low crop yields?
Which of the following was identified as a factor contributing to low crop yields?
- High-quality seeds usage
- Use of local seeds with low yield potential (correct)
- Implementation of rigorous protection measures
- Excessive application of fertilizers
What objective was set to improve the crop yield?
What objective was set to improve the crop yield?
What step follows the identification of the problem and setting of objectives?
What step follows the identification of the problem and setting of objectives?
Which of the following was selected as a teaching method?
Which of the following was selected as a teaching method?
What was the purpose of conducting a re-survey?
What was the purpose of conducting a re-survey?
By what percentage did the crop yield increase, according to the re-survey?
By what percentage did the crop yield increase, according to the re-survey?
What is the primary aim of extension work?
What is the primary aim of extension work?
Which aspect is NOT part of the main philosophy of extension education?
Which aspect is NOT part of the main philosophy of extension education?
What is the first step in the extension educational process?
What is the first step in the extension educational process?
How should extension work view the individuals involved?
How should extension work view the individuals involved?
What is the role of evaluation in the extension educational process?
What is the role of evaluation in the extension educational process?
What type of cooperation is encouraged in extension education?
What type of cooperation is encouraged in extension education?
What method is emphasized for collecting data in the initial step of extension work?
What method is emphasized for collecting data in the initial step of extension work?
What aspect is essential for ensuring effective extension work?
What aspect is essential for ensuring effective extension work?
What is the first principle of extension services according to Mildred Horton?
What is the first principle of extension services according to Mildred Horton?
What is the primary objective of extension work?
What is the primary objective of extension work?
Which principle emphasizes that extension should teach rather than dictate?
Which principle emphasizes that extension should teach rather than dictate?
What should extension work be based on according to its guiding principles?
What should extension work be based on according to its guiding principles?
Which principle refers to working with people in an inclusive manner?
Which principle refers to working with people in an inclusive manner?
According to the philosophy of extension, who is regarded as vital for progress?
According to the philosophy of extension, who is regarded as vital for progress?
What aspect should extension strive to preserve while working with communities?
What aspect should extension strive to preserve while working with communities?
Which of the following is NOT a principle of extension?
Which of the following is NOT a principle of extension?
What was the gap in crop yield compared to the target fixed earlier?
What was the gap in crop yield compared to the target fixed earlier?
Which of the following was NOT identified as a deficiency in the extension educational program?
Which of the following was NOT identified as a deficiency in the extension educational program?
What is the fundamental objective of extension education?
What is the fundamental objective of extension education?
What is meant by the term 'Destination man' in extension education?
What is meant by the term 'Destination man' in extension education?
Which of the following is NOT a general objective of extension education?
Which of the following is NOT a general objective of extension education?
What action was advised to help farmers acquire critical inputs?
What action was advised to help farmers acquire critical inputs?
Which objective focuses on helping people mobilize and utilize their resources?
Which objective focuses on helping people mobilize and utilize their resources?
What should the re-consideration of the extension educational program be based on?
What should the re-consideration of the extension educational program be based on?
Study Notes
Principles of Extension Services
- Individual supremacy is essential in a democratic society.
- The home is considered a fundamental unit of civilization.
- Families serve as the primary training group for humanity.
- A sustainable civilization relies on the partnership between humanity and land.
Objectives of Extension Work
- Aim to elevate people’s living standards in physical, mental, and spiritual aspects.
- Education and training are vital for individuals to fulfill responsibilities toward themselves, their neighbors, and their environment.
Philosophy of Extension
- Extension organizations plan, execute, and evaluate programs collaboratively with participants rather than for them.
- Focus is on teaching and motivating people towards self-help rather than dictating actions.
- Extension should respond to existing needs and desires of the community.
- Programs should be flexible and adopt democratic processes for planning and execution.
- Cultural harmony is essential in extension activities.
Educational Process in Extension
- The extension educational process consists of interconnected steps rather than isolated phases.
- The process includes continuous planning, teaching, and evaluation.
Steps in the Extension Educational Process
- Situation Analysis: Collect and analyze facts about the community, including economic, social, cultural, and environmental factors to identify local problems.
- Setting Objectives: Collaboratively establish clear, realistic, and specific objectives that aim for behavioral and social-economic changes.
- Teaching: Select relevant content and appropriate teaching methods and aids to impart knowledge, including demonstrations and training.
- Evaluation: Assess the attainment of set objectives through surveys and behavioral evidence, identifying successes and areas for improvement.
- Re-consideration: Re-evaluate the educational program based on feedback, which informs the next phase of extension activities.
Fundamental Objective of Extension
- The primary goal is the holistic development of individuals in rural areas, enhancing their economical, social, and cultural status.
General Objectives of Extension
- Help communities identify and analyze their problems and needs.
- Foster leadership development and group organization for problem-solving.
- Disseminate actionable information based on research and practical experiences.
- Communicate community challenges to researchers to facilitate relevant solutions.
- Support resource mobilization and utilization to increase agricultural productivity, such as in paddy farming in India.
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Explore the foundational principles and philosophy of extension services as outlined by Mildred Horton. This quiz delves into the significance of democracy, family, and the partnership between humans and nature in community development. Test your understanding of these key concepts in extension work.
