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AEM510Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Psychology For Extension Personnel

This course provides an understanding of human development from infancy to adulthood, individual differences, intelligence, teaching and learning, and various learning theories. It explores the importance of motivation and emotions in Extension Education. The course covers topics such as human development stages, intelligence types, individual differences, teaching qualities, learning theories, motivation types, and emotional problems faced by farmers, equipping extension personnel with psychological knowledge to enhance their effectiveness.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Human DevelopmentIntelligenceLearning TheoriesMotivationExtension Education

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Human Development Stages

2

Theories of Intelligence

3

Individual Differences

4

Teaching Methods

5

Learning Theories

6

Motivation in Extension

7

Emotions in Extension

Total Topics7 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Extension Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agricultural Educator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Community Development Worker

Apply your skills in this growing field

Training Facilitator

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureCommunity DevelopmentEducationGovernment Extension Services

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

3h

Unit 1: Concept of Human Development

3 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to understand the importance of studying human development.
  • •Differentiate between growth and development, focusing on quantitative vs. qualitative changes.
  • •Explain the fundamental principles of development, including heredity and environmental interaction.
Week
2

Module 1:

3h

Unit 2: Intelligence

3 study hours
  • •Study the various definitions of intelligence from different perspectives.
  • •Describe social, concrete, and abstract intelligence, providing examples.
  • •Explain the factors affecting the development of intelligence, such as heredity and environment.
Week
3

Module 1:

3h

Unit 3: Individual Differences

3 study hours
  • •Define individual differences and their causes, including genetics and social background.
  • •Explain the implications of individual differences for extension personnel.
  • •Consider how to tailor extension messages to accommodate diverse farmer characteristics.
Week
4

Module 2:

3h

Unit 1: Teaching

3 study hours
  • •Define teaching and its elements, such as creating an engaging atmosphere.
  • •Explain the qualities and functions of a good teacher or extension worker.
  • •Describe different leadership styles and their impact on learning.
Week
5

Module 2:

3h

Unit 2: Learning

3 study hours
  • •Define learning and differentiate it from instinctive behavior.
  • •Explain the basic elements of learning: learner, situation, and process.
  • •Describe various forms of learning, including verbal, concept, and problem-solving.
Week
6

Module 2:

4h

Unit 3: Theories of Learning

4 study hours
  • •Define a theory and its characteristics: testability, significance, and parsimony.
  • •Explain stimulus-response theories, including classical and operant conditioning.
  • •Describe Gestalt's theory of learning and its emphasis on holistic understanding.
Week
7

Module 2:

4h

Unit 4: Transfer of Learning

4 study hours
  • •Define transfer of learning and its significance in education.
  • •Explain various forms of transfer: positive, negative, lateral, and vertical.
  • •Discuss the theories of mental discipline, identical elements, and generalization.
Week
8

Module 3:

3h

Unit 1: Motivation

3 study hours
  • •Define motivation and its role in initiating purposeful action.
  • •Explain different motivation theories, including instinct, psychoanalytic, and cognitive theories.
  • •Differentiate between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.
Week
9

Module 3:

3h

Unit 2: Emotions related to Extension Education

3 study hours
  • •Define emotion and its impact on feelings, judgments, and decisions.
  • •Discuss the theories of emotion: creative impulse, emergency equipment, and emotional excitement.
  • •Explain how emotions affect health, memory, reasoning, and interpretation of situations.
Week
10

Module 1:

6h

Unit 1: Concept of Human Development

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Concept of Human Development
  • •Focus on the principles of development and the stages of human development.
  • •Revise the theories of development.

Unit 2: Intelligence

3 study hours
  • •Review Module 1: Intelligence
  • •Focus on the definitions and types of intelligence.
  • •Revise the factors affecting the development of intelligence.
Week
11

Module 2:

8h

Unit 1: Teaching

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 2: Teaching and Learning
  • •Focus on the qualities of a good teacher and the elements of good teaching.
  • •Revise the leadership styles of teachers and their influence on student learning.

Unit 3: Theories of Learning

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 2: Theories of Learning
  • •Focus on the stimulus-response theories and cognitive development theory.
  • •Revise the implications of learning theories for extension personnel.
Week
12

Module 3:

8h

Unit 1: Motivation

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Motivation
  • •Focus on the theories and types of motivation.
  • •Revise how extension workers can use motivation to improve farmer productivity.

Unit 2: Emotions related to Extension Education

4 study hours
  • •Review Module 3: Emotions related to Extension Education
  • •Focus on the theories of emotion and their effects.
  • •Revise the causes of fear, anxiety, and frustration, and strategies for coping.
Week
13

Final Revision

8h

Final Revision

8 study hours
  • •Complete all assignments and TMAs.
  • •Review all course materials and notes.
  • •Prepare for the final examination.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.

2

Use flashcards to memorize key terms, definitions, and theories from each unit.

3

Practice applying learning theories to real-world extension scenarios.

4

Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and feedback to identify areas for improvement.

5

Form study groups to discuss complex concepts and share insights with peers.

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