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Purnasiri, Supalak; Griffin, Robert S. – 1976
The main objective of the program was to obtain qualitative data on the value of Radio Farm Forums (RFF), to both the farmers and the extension service, in terms of facilitating two-way communication between the two parties. The concept of RFF is to provide agricultural information through integrated use of mass media and interpersonal…
Descriptors: Adult Farmer Education, Developing Nations, Educational Programs, Educational Radio
Hornik, Rboert; And Others – 1974
As educators and politicians have become aware of the need to provide more educational opportunities to rural areas, mass media has become more important. Focusing upon the developing nations of Africa, Asia, and Latin America, this article discusses the past and continuing use of mass media in rural education. Topics are: an overview of mass…
Descriptors: Community Development, Developing Nations, Educational Development, Educational Media
Peer reviewedGwyn, Robert J. – Journal of Communication, 1983
Examines the programing and audiences of two small rural commercial radio stations in the Jordan and Punata provinces. Shows how these stations have interacted with the local culture and how they offer significant potential for development. (PD)
Descriptors: Audiences, Case Studies, Change Agents, Community Development
Download full textCarmen, Raff – 1990
When considering what type of communication is required for development, the conventional answer of diffusion of technological innovation for modernization and growth is inadequate. Daniel Lerner and Everett Rogers describe traditional people as the greatest obstacle to development. Paulo Freire perceives communication as an instrument for…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Citizen Participation, Developing Nations, Development Communication
Lee, Hsiang-po – 1972
How education has been used for rural development in the People's Republic of China since 1949 may have important lessons for other nations, particularly in the area of nonformal schools. Responsibility for all education lies with the commune. Educational programs, enthusiastically received by the people, support local needs and development rather…
Descriptors: Administrator Education, Adult Education, Agriculture, Change Agents
Ewert, D. Merrill – 1980
Education has long been a development priority in Africa. The failure and limitations of formal education have led to the emergence of nonformal alternatives of various types. They include extension education, training programs, multipurpose educational programs (for middle-level professionals), cooperative self-help programs (community…
Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Community Development, Community Involvement
Bernal, Hernando; And Others – 1977
Three papers are included in this document designed to provide English language information about characteristics and activities of Accion Cultural Popular (ACPO) a private, nonprofit organization concerned with improving the quality of life of rural populations and promoting rural development through mass media education programs. "Pioneer…
Descriptors: Church Role, Communications, Cultural Influences, Educational Radio
