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Starzec, Katherine J. – Journal of Extension, 2023
Continuous professional development is critical for Extension staff, and many agriculture-focused Extension employees are tasked with outreach related to a wide variety of natural resource topics. The purpose of this study is to help prioritize trainings needed by Kansas Extension agents and specialists based on their current level of knowledge…
Descriptors: Extension Education, Extension Agents, Rural Extension, Professional Continuing Education
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McFarland, Carol R.; Friedrichsen, Claire; Tao, Haiying; Friesen, Maren L. – Journal of Extension, 2022
Liberating Structures (LS) provide a user-friendly toolkit to shift group power dynamics and allow all stakeholders to contribute. We explored the novel use of LS in soil health extension to conduct high-engagement events with diverse stakeholders. Our goals were to promote social learning, networking, and to encourage innovation. Soil health…
Descriptors: Soil Science, Power Structure, Rural Extension, Active Learning