Extension Strategies In Pilot Rural Development
- Agricultural Sciences
- 400 level
- 3 credit units
- 52 pages
- 5 units
This course introduces the basic concepts and principles of extension strategies in pilot rural development. It explores approaches and models for rural development, strategies for implementation, and the purchasing, distribution of inputs, and marketing of commodities for rural populations. The course also covers training programs for beneficiaries, participatory agents, and extension staff from governmental and non-governmental organizations, aiming to enhance rural living and empowerment processes.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 65 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of AEM458, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
AEM458 · UNIT 1 RURAL DEVELOPMENT AND CONCEPT OF PILOT PROJECTS
In planning the action programme, the project coordinator was saddled with the responsibilities of directing the activities by preparing operational plans, executing them summarising and reporting results. He gains the supports of other agencies and interested department by keeping them informed on the activities of the project, its achievements as well as constraints.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the basic principles and practices of extension strategies in pilot rural development.
- Identify and evaluate different approaches and models for rural development.
- Develop strategies for rural development projects.
- Understand the processes of purchasing, distributing inputs, and marketing commodities in rural areas.
- Design and implement training programs for beneficiaries, participatory agents, and extension staff.
- Analyze the roles of governmental and non-governmental organizations in rural development.
What it prepares you for
- Extension Officer
- Rural Development Planner
- Agricultural Project Manager
- Community Development Worker
- NGO Program Coordinator
- Agriculture
- Community Development
- Government Agencies
- Non-Governmental Organizations
- Rural Planning
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: General Introduction to Principles and Practice of Extension Strategy in Pilot Rural Development
Unit 2: Approaches and Models for Rural Development
Understanding the various approaches and models requires critical analysis of their strengths and weaknesses in different contexts.
- Module 2: Basic Strategies Involved In Pilot Project for Rural Developments
Unit 1: Strategies for Rural Development
Requires understanding of the interconnectedness of various factors influencing rural livelihoods and the ability to integrate them effectively.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 53 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: General Introduction to Principles and Practice of Extension Strategy in Pilot Rural Development
Unit 1: Rural Development and Concept of Pilot Projects · 3 hours
Read the introduction to rural development and pilot projects.. Define rural development and list its objectives.. Understand the concept of pilot projects and their objectives..
- Week 2Module 1: General Introduction to Principles and Practice of Extension Strategy in Pilot Rural Development
Unit 2: Approaches and Models for Rural Development · 3 hours
Study the sectional, holistic, and regional approaches to rural development.. Analyze the rural-urban integration, intersectoral coordination, package, and community-driven development models..
- Week 3Module 2: Basic Strategies Involved In Pilot Project for Rural Developments
Unit 1: Strategies for Rural Development · 3 hours
Understand the meaning of strategy in rural development.. Explore agricultural extension, community development, integrated rural development, and participatory action research strategies..
- Week 4Module 2: Basic Strategies Involved In Pilot Project for Rural Developments
Unit 2: Purchasing, Distribution of Inputs and Marketing of Commodities of Rural People · 3 hours
Examine the role of farm inputs in agricultural production.. Understand the concepts and importance of marketing in rural areas.. Identify problems in agricultural marketing affecting rural people..
- Week 5Module 3: Pilot Project Beneficiaries
Unit 1: Training of Beneficiary, Participation Agents and Extension Staff of Government and Non-Government Organisation · 3 hours
Define training and discuss its importance in rural development.. Understand the characteristics of effective training programs.. Explore training methods for beneficiaries, agents, and extension staff..
- Week 6Module 1: General Introduction to Principles and Practice of Extension Strategy in Pilot Rural Development
Review: Rural Development and Approaches/Models · 6 hours
Review Module 1 Units 1 and 2. Complete TMA 1.
- Week 7Module 2: Basic Strategies Involved In Pilot Project for Rural Developments
Review: Basic Strategies and Marketing · 6 hours
Review Module 2 Units 1 and 2. Complete TMA 2.
- Week 8Module 3: Pilot Project Beneficiaries
Review: Training of Beneficiaries · 6 hours
Review Module 3 Unit 1. Complete TMA 3.
- Week 9Module 1: General Introduction to Principles and Practice of Extension Strategy in Pilot Rural Development
Unit 1: Rural Development and Concept of Pilot Projects · 4 hours
Focus on understanding the objectives of rural development and the steps involved in achieving them.. Pay close attention to the Badeku and Isoya rural development pilot projects as examples..
- Week 10Module 1: General Introduction to Principles and Practice of Extension Strategy in Pilot Rural Development
Unit 2: Approaches and Models for Rural Development · 4 hours
Focus on the different models of rural development, particularly the package model and community-driven development.. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each model..
- Week 11Module 2: Basic Strategies Involved In Pilot Project for Rural Developments
Unit 1: Strategies for Rural Development · 4 hours
Focus on the different strategies for rural development, including agricultural extension, community development, and integrated rural development.. Understand the steps involved in community development and the problems associated with each strategy..
- Week 12Module 2: Basic Strategies Involved In Pilot Project for Rural Developments
Unit 2: Purchasing, Distribution of Inputs and Marketing of Commodities of Rural People · 4 hours
Focus on the problems of agricultural marketing as it affects rural people.. Understand the role of farm inputs and the concept of marketing in rural development..
- Week 13Module 3: Pilot Project Beneficiaries
Unit 1: Training of Beneficiary, Participation Agents and Extension Staff of Government and Non-Government Organisation · 4 hours
Focus on the concepts of training and its importance in rural development.. Understand the characteristics of training and the opportunities that can be obtained from training by local people..
Preparing for the exam
- Review definitions of rural development, pilot projects, and extension strategies.
- Compare and contrast the different approaches and models for rural development (sectional, holistic, regional).
- Focus on the key elements of community development, integrated rural development, and participatory action research.
- Understand the challenges and opportunities in purchasing, distributing inputs, and marketing commodities for rural people.
- Study the training methods for beneficiaries, participatory agents, and extension staff, and their roles in project success.
Questions students ask about this course
What is AEM458 about?
This course introduces the basic concepts and principles of extension strategies in pilot rural development. It explores approaches and models for rural development, strategies for implementation, and the purchasing, distribution of inputs, and marketing of commodities for rural populations. The course also covers training programs for beneficiaries, participatory agents, and extension staff from governmental and non-governmental organizations, aiming to enhance rural living and empowerment processes.
How many units does AEM458 have?
AEM458, Extension Strategies In Pilot Rural Development, has 5 units across 3 modules, over 52 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is AEM458?
AEM458 carries 3 credit units, at 400 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is AEM458 hard?
AEM458 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work, and it has a practical component.
How long does AEM458 take to study?
About 65 hours of study, spread across its 5 units.
How is AEM458 assessed?
AEM458 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with AEM458?
Extension Officer, Rural Development Planner, Agricultural Project Manager, Community Development Worker and NGO Program Coordinator.
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