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AEM512Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Rural Youth Programmes In Agricultural Extension

This course introduces learners to rural youth programmes in agricultural extension. It explores definitions of youth, history, objectives, and philosophy of these programmes. The course covers organization, selected programmes in Nigeria and other countries, and the role of government agencies. It also addresses youth behavior problems and equips students with advisory skills for youth and agricultural development.

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50h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Rural Youth ProgrammesAgricultural ExtensionYouth DevelopmentExtension MethodsYouth Empowerment

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

Definitions of Youth

2

History of Rural Youth Programmes

3

Objectives of Rural Youth Programmes

4

Organisation of Rural Youth Programmes

5

Rural Youth Extension Programmes in Nigeria

6

Rural Youth Extension Programmes in Other Countries

7

Youth Behaviour Problems

8

Role of Government in Curbing Youth Problems

9

Cooperative Societies in Rural Youth Extension

Total Topics9 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 assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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Agricultural Extension Officer

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Youth Development Officer

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Community Development Worker

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Agricultural Programme Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureCommunity DevelopmentGovernment AgenciesNon-Governmental Organizations

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Definitions of Youth, History, Objectives and Philosophy of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2h

Unit 1: Definitions of Youth

2 study hours
  • •Read and understand the UN, African, religious-African, and social-personal definitions of youth.
  • •Develop an operational definition of youth applicable across cultures.
  • •Identify the differences between the UN and African definitions of youth.
Week
2

Module 1: Definitions of Youth, History, Objectives and Philosophy of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2h

Unit 2: History of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2 study hours
  • •Describe the pre-colonial/colonial history of rural youth programmes, focusing on missionary activities.
  • •Discuss the post-colonial history, emphasizing agricultural development and government involvement.
  • •Compare and contrast the objectives and approaches of both periods.
Week
3

Module 1: Definitions of Youth, History, Objectives and Philosophy of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2h

Unit 3: Objectives of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2 study hours
  • •Explain the educational objectives, such as developing character, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
  • •Explain the economic objectives, including skills improvement, entrepreneurship, and agricultural production.
  • •Comprehend the social objectives related to moral training and community involvement.
Week
4

Module 1: Definitions of Youth, History, Objectives and Philosophy of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2h

Unit 4: Philosophy of Rural Youth Programmes in Agricultural Extension

2 study hours
  • •Explain the philosophies of rural youth programmes, focusing on talent development and leadership preparation.
  • •State the philosophies related to youth engagement, government initiatives, and voluntary participation.
  • •Discuss the joint endeavor approach and the role of professional youth leaders.
Week
5

Module 2: Organisation of Rural Youth Programmes

2h

Unit 1: The 4-H Club

2 study hours
  • •Explain the meaning of the 4-H club and its objectives.
  • •Describe the Young Farmers' Club and its role in promoting agriculture among youth.
  • •Enumerate the advantages of the Young Farmers' Club in schools.
Week
6

Module 2: Organisation of Rural Youth Programmes

2h

Unit 2: Steps for Organising a Rural Youth Club

2 study hours
  • •Define rural youth club and its purpose.
  • •Outline the steps for organizing a rural youth club, including community understanding and legitimating.
  • •Enumerate the principles for organizing a rural youth club, such as recruitment and democratic elections.
Week
7

Module 2: Organisation of Rural Youth Programmes

2h

Unit 3: Functions of Officers of Rural Youth Club

2 study hours
  • •Mention the officers of a rural youth club and their respective roles.
  • •State the functions of each officer, including the president, secretary, and treasurer.
  • •Discuss the problems of rural youth club leadership, such as leadership tussles and lack of interest.
Week
8

Module 3: Selected Rural Youth Extension Programmes in Nigeria and other Countries

2h

Unit 1: Examples of Rural Youth Extension Programmes in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •State the objectives of the Farm Settlement Scheme and its merits.
  • •Describe the agriculture sub-programme of the National Directorate of Employment (NDE).
  • •Describe and state the objectives of the Songhai Vocational Centre.
Week
9

Module 3: Selected Rural Youth Extension Programmes in Nigeria and other Countries

2h

Unit 2: Examples of Rural Youth Extension Programmes in other Countries

2 study hours
  • •State the objectives of the UNESCO's Info Youth Programme.
  • •Describe the Village Polytechnic Programme of Kenya.
  • •Describe the Village Youth Economic Group of Tanzania.
Week
10

Module 4: Rural Youth Extension Programme

2h

Unit 1: Meaning and Branches of Rural Youth Extension Programme

2 study hours
  • •Define the term rural youth extension programme.
  • •Explain the rationale for rural youth extension programme.
  • •Explain the three branches of rural youth extension programme: agricultural, social, and health.
Week
11

Module 4: Rural Youth Extension Programme

2h

Unit 2: Methods and Role of Rural Youth Extension Programme in Youth Development

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the methods of rural youth extension programme: individual, group, and mass.
  • •State the roles of rural youth extension programme in youth development.
  • •Discuss the roles in detail, including talent development, information dissemination, and leadership training.
Week
12

Module 4: Rural Youth Extension Programme

2h

Unit 3: Importance of Cooperatives in Rural Youth Extension Programme

2 study hours
  • •Define the term cooperative society.
  • •Explain the importance of cooperatives in rural youth extension programme.
  • •Discuss how cooperatives facilitate training, credit, and mutual support.
Week
13

Module 5: Youth Behaviour Problems and the Role of Government

4h

Unit 1: Definition and Types of Youth Behaviour Problems

2 study hours
  • •Define youth behavior problems and give examples.
  • •Describe recent youth behavior problems in Nigeria, such as restiveness and kidnapping.
  • •Discuss the causes and consequences of these problems.

Unit 2: Some Adolescent Behaviour Problems

2 study hours
  • •Define the terms adolescence and adolescent.
  • •Describe some behavior problems of adolescents, such as dressing habits and imitation.
  • •Discuss the influence of peer groups and environmental stimuli on adolescent behavior.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and concepts.

2

Develop case studies based on the examples of rural youth programmes discussed in Modules 3 and 4.

3

Practice applying the steps for organizing a rural youth club from Module 2 to hypothetical scenarios.

4

Review the roles of government agencies in curbing youth behavior problems from Module 5, focusing on practical interventions.

5

Prepare a comparative analysis of the different definitions of youth from Unit 1 and their implications for programme design.

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