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2. The Military Families Learning Network: A Model for Extension-Based Virtual Learning Communities
- Collection:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
- Contributers:
- Plein, Christopher (author), Cassels, Alicia (author), and West Virginia University Auburn University
- Format:
- Online journal article
- Publication Date:
- 2019-12
- Published:
- United States: Extension Journal, Inc.
- Location:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 124 Document Number: D11229
- Journal Title:
- Journal of Extension
- Journal Title Details:
- 57(6)
- Notes:
- 9 pages, via online journal, This article provides an overview of Extension's Military Families Learning Network. The network is an example of Extension's commitment to building virtual learning networks in the support of targeted professional and lay audiences. The network uses well-established and emergent pedagogical approaches focusing on adult-centered learning while employing state-of-the-art online learning technologies. We present a four-dimensional model of learning activities to illustrate how the network offers different options for and approaches to adult-centered learning and training. The Military Families Learning Network can serve as a model for broader adoption of such entities across the Extension community.
3. The development of a backyard composting project through community engagement
- Collection:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
- Contributers:
- Scully, Donald J. (author), Young, Jeffrey A. (author), Hains, Bryan J. (author), and Hains, Kristina (author)
- Format:
- Journal Article
- Publication Date:
- 2023-05-04
- Published:
- USA: Clemson University Press
- Location:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 206 Document Number: D12935
- Journal Title:
- Journal of Extension
- Journal Title Details:
- V.61, N.1
- Notes:
- 5 pages, It can be argued that public forums are a valuable and essential tool for Cooperative Extension professionals. This article narrates the innovative use of the public forum action steps outlined in Kahl’s (2016) “A Convener’s Guide to Hosting a Public Forum”. The primary objective was to address illegal dumping and littering concerns with the Extension professional's role to engage the community. The resulting “Backyard Composting Project” demonstrated that public forums are valuable in creatively engaging urban audiences. Ultimately the authors illustrate how a community concern can be addressed using innovative programming to reach what Extension considers to be non-traditional urban populations.
4. The effects of active shootings on 4-H youth and families
- Collection:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
- Contributers:
- Garcia, Melinda (author) and Gangwer, Elizabeth (author)
- Format:
- Journal article
- Publication Date:
- 2022-12-16
- Published:
- USA: Clemson University Press
- Location:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 206 Document Number: D12950
- Journal Title:
- Journal of Extension
- Journal Title Details:
- V.61, N.1
- Notes:
- 4 pages, The effects of active shootings should be a priority to provide needed assistance to 4-H youth and families in coping with their social-emotional well-being. Exposure to such violence can lead to lasting impacts on youth that can affect behavior. Addressing this sensitive topic is crucial in ensuring that Extension professionals are prepared to meet the needs of youth and families. Higher rates of depression, aggression, to name a few, are a result of having witnessed such events as a shooting. Providing training for Extension personnel can aid in reducing the amount of PTSD and other social-emotional trauma.
5. What is your library worth? Extension uses public value workshops in communities
- Collection:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
- Contributers:
- Haskell, Jane E. (author) and Morse, George W. (author)
- Format:
- Journal article
- Publication Date:
- 2015-04
- Published:
- USA
- Location:
- Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 140 Document Number: D06024
- Journal Title:
- Journal of Extension
- Journal Title Details:
- 53(2) : 2FEA1