Common extension teaching methods

used by DAE

Outline:IntroductionMethods used by DAEDescriptionConclusion

Introduction:

The extension teaching method may be defined as the major strategies ,tools ,techniques ,styles used by extension practitioners to create situations in which communication can take place between the rural people and extension agents .

Methods used by DAE Field day / Farmers day Agricultural fair Result demonstration Method demonstration Group meeting Farmer field school Television/Radio Poster/Leaflet

Farmers Day/Field Day

Group extension event Conducted at the site of any result

demonstration Once or twice a year Promote better farming Motivates farmers

Agricultural fair :

Effective mass methodA large number of people Wide range of topicsStimulate interestStrengthens relationship

Result demonstration-

Group Method Most effective and widely used Learn by doing and seeing High level of acceptance Builds up confidence

Method Demonstration

Group method Teaching a skill step by step Involves seeing ,hearing ,participating and practicing Builds confidence

Farmer field school

Group extension method Learning by doing process Sharing experience and knowledge Abilities to make critical decision Encourage group activities

Television

Audio-visual medium Powerful media of communication General awareness Easy to attract Shows real picture

Poster/Leaflet

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