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Langellotto, Gail Ann; Dorn, Sheri – Journal of Extension, 2016
Developing an online resource site for Extension master gardener (EMG) coordinators is an ongoing project for Extension collaborators. Begun in 2014, the website includes peer-reviewed resources focused on best practices in volunteer management and program administration. The website is organized according to nine resource categories (e.g.,…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Educational Technology, Web Sites, Gardening
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Neibergs, J. Shannon; Mahnken, Curtis; Moore, Danna L.; Kemper, Nathan P.; Nelson, John Glenn, III; Rainey, Ron; Hipple, Patricia – Journal of Extension, 2015
Trade Adjustment Assistance for Farmers (TAAF) is a national multifaceted USDA program that provided technical and financial assistance to farmers and fishermen adversely affected by import competition. This article describes how Extension was successfully mobilized to deliver the TAAF program to 10,983 producers across the nation using innovative…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Economic Development, Economic Impact, International Trade
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Bradley, Lucy K.; Cook, Jonneen; Cook, Chris – Journal of Extension, 2011
North Carolina State University has incorporated many aspects of volunteer program administration and reporting into an on-line solution that integrates impact reporting into daily program management. The Extension Master Gardener Intranet automates many of the administrative tasks associated with volunteer management, increasing efficiency, and…
Descriptors: Program Administration, Volunteer Training, Program Effectiveness, Volunteers
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Astroth, Kirk A.; Goodwin, Jeff; Hodnett, Frank – Journal of Extension, 2011
A new set of leadership skills is required for Extension administrators for the 21st century. Past models and theories are reviewed and discussed. The old "power" model of leadership is no longer relevant. A relatively new model called "Servant Leadership" is reviewed and explained. Seven key practices of servant leadership are outlined, and the…
Descriptors: Leadership Qualities, Leadership, Program Administration, Leadership Training
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Schwarz, Michael H.; Gibson, Jerry – Journal of Extension, 2010
The study reported here identified continuing education and training needs of aquaculture Extension agents, specialists, and program administrators in 10 competency areas relating to the need for continuing education or training. Fourteen resources on the AquaNIC Web site were also evaluated, as was the efficacy of the AQUA-EXT listserv. Data were…
Descriptors: Educational Needs, Needs Assessment, Extension Agents, Continuing Education