Extension Practices

1. Understand the planning and execution of extension field trips.
2. Identify and utilize various mass media channels for agricultural communication.
3. Produce effective radio and television programs for agricultural extension.
4. Develop compelling scripts for broadcast and film.
5. Design and maintain websites for disseminating agricultural information.

13 weeks, about 42 hours in total. Yours will differ.

1. Week 1Module 1: The Extension Field Trip

   • Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours

     Read the introduction to understand the importance of field trips in agricultural science.. Review the objectives to identify the expected outcomes of a field trip.. Familiarize yourself with the procedure for conducting a field trip, including planning, execution, and review..

   • Unit 2: Objectives · 2 hours

     Study the guidelines for field trips, including safety measures and necessary materials.. Analyze the advantages of field trips, such as acquiring first-hand information and enhancing human relationships.. Examine the disadvantages of field trips, such as high costs and potential risks..

2. Week 2Module 2: Mass Media as Channels of Communication

   • Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours

     Understand the functions of mass media in agriculture, including setting the agenda, transforming knowledge, and changing behavior.. Identify the types of mass media used in agricultural communication, such as printed, audio, and visual media.. Explore the role of newspapers and magazines in conveying agricultural messages..

   • Unit 2: Objectives · 2 hours

     Examine the use of journals and research papers for disseminating in-depth agricultural studies.. Learn about newsletters, leaflets, handbills, and pamphlets as tools for informing the public.. Understand the function of bulletins and fact sheets in providing scientific agricultural information..

3. Week 3Module 2: Mass Media as Channels of Communication

   • Unit 3: Procedure for Mass Media as Channels of Communication in Agriculture · 2 hours

     Study the use of radio as an audio tape medium for reaching farmers in developing nations.. Understand the advantages of television in combining audio and visual display of information.. Explore the use of projected visuals, such as slides and mobile cinema, for agricultural extension..

4. Week 4Module 3: Broadcasting (Radio and Television)

   • Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours

     Understand the role of electronic media in providing information, education, and entertainment.. Explore the concept of broadcasting and its importance in delivering information to the public.. Learn about the various means of recording and transmitting the human voice and other sounds for instructional purposes..

   • Unit 2: Objectives · 2 hours

     Explain the various radio production formats, including live, pre-recorded, and semi-automation production.. Study the equipment used for radio production, such as studio desks, microphones, and turntables.. Identify the stages of radio programme production: pre-production, production, and post-production..

5. Week 5Module 3: Broadcasting (Radio and Television)

   • Unit 3: Main Content · 2 hours

     Review the guidelines for different types of agricultural radio programmes.. Understand the advantages of radio production, such as accessibility and interactivity.. Examine the disadvantages of radio production, such as limited audience interaction and potential for cultural impediments..

6. Week 6Module 4: Television Production

   • Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours

     Study the pre-production stage of television production, including script writing and concept development.. Understand the roles of the producer, director, and writer in the production stage.. Explore the post-production stage, including editing and video formatting..

   • Unit 2: Objectives · 2 hours

     Review the guidelines for television production, including multimedia facilities and steady power supply.. Understand the advantages of television production, such as visual appeal and demonstration capabilities.. Examine the disadvantages of television production, such as high costs and limited audience interaction..

7. Week 7Module 5: Script Writing

   • Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours

     Define a script and understand the role of a script writer in film and broadcast programmes.. Identify styles and forms of writing for performance, including radio, film, and television stages.. Research and explore different writing forms and topics used in various media..

   • Unit 2: Objectives · 2 hours

     Present ideas in a written format appropriate to the performance medium.. Understand the procedures for script writing, including making explicit the lesson agenda and breaking down concepts into small steps.. Review the guidelines for script writing, such as involving the audience and avoiding complex terms..

8. Week 8Module 5: Script Writing

   • Unit 3: Procedures for Script Writing · 2 hours

     Understand the advantages of script writing, such as aiding the creative process and developing scripts for performance.. Examine the disadvantages of script writing, such as cultural or religious limitations and potential security threats.. Review the teacher's guidelines for script writing, including avoiding ambiguous words and properly vetting scripts..

9. Week 9Module 6: Web Site Development

   • Unit 1: Introduction · 2 hours

     Define web development and its two flavors: front-end and back-end development.. Understand the web development process, including web design, content development, and network security configuration.. Explain web design as a process of conceptualizing, planning, and building electronic files for a website..

   • Unit 2: Objectives · 2 hours

     Explain how to gather information for web site development.. Appreciate and describe how to Plan: (Sitemap and Wireframe Creation).. Prepare and design page layouts, review and approve cycle..

10. Week 10Module 6: Web Site Development

    • Unit 3: Procedures for Web Site Development · 2 hours

      Describe how code data and information.. Test, review and launch web site.. Maintain, opinion monitoring and regular updating of information..

11. Week 11Module 6: Web Site Development

    • Unit 3: Procedures for Web Site Development · 2 hours

      Identify and explain guidelines for merits and demerits of web design development.. Set and State Goals.. Determining the purpose of a web application..

12. Week 12Final Revision

    • Course Review and Assignment Preparation · 4 hours

      Review all modules and units covered in the course.. Focus on key concepts and practical applications of extension practices.. Prepare for assignments and tutor-marked assessments..

13. Week 13Final Revision

    • Final Assessment Preparation · 4 hours

      Complete all outstanding assignments and tutor-marked assessments.. Practice applying extension practices in hypothetical scenarios.. Finalize preparations for the final examination..