Patterson, Thomas F. (author / Extension Associate Professor and Chair, Vocational Education and Technology Department, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT) and Extension Associate Professor and Chair, Vocational Education and Technology Department, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT
Format:
Journal article
Publication Date:
1987
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 82 Document Number: C04901
Bachtel, Douglas C. (author), Whiteside, Jerry E. (author), and Extension Personnel and Staff Development Specialist, Resource Development, University of Georgia; Extension Rural Sociology, Resource Development, University of Georgia
Format:
Journal article
Publication Date:
1987
Published:
USA
Location:
Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 75 Document Number: C03921
10 pages., Article # 2FEA3, Via online journal., There are many potential advantages to collaborations between Extension and nonprofit organizations; however, it is unclear what factors contribute to a successful collaboration. We used an exploratory cross-comparative case study design to analyze four cases of highly successful Extension/nonprofit collaborations in one area in Florida. Using both deductive and inductive analysis processes, we identified several factors that contributed to the success of these partnerships: alignment of goals, longevity, informal adaptable partnering, relevant Extension agent background, delegation of tasks, marketability and fun, and relationship building. Exploration of these factors can inform future studies and has immediate, practical implications for Extension agents.
Online via the University of Illinois Online Catalog, using the Article search term, "demonstrations", This study involved determining preferences of researchers and producers regarding their preferences for providing and gathering information. Findings revealed and described differences in preference. Authors identified on-farm demonstrations as particularly important for technologies that involve major transitions in farming methods.
