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Peer reviewedBartholomew, Henry M.; Smith, Keith L. – Journal of Extension, 1990
A study of 23 Ohio Extension agents who had multicounty responsibilities was conducted to determine how they were adjusting to their new positions. Responses from 21 agents showed that they thought the experience stimulating, frustrating, and exhausting. Indicated that they need adequate support staff and time-saving equipment. (JOW)
Descriptors: Employee Attitudes, Extension Agents, Job Satisfaction, Stress Variables
Peer reviewedHuerta, Jose M.; Smith, Keith L. – Journal of Agricultural Education, 1994
Most of the 285 Ohio extension agents (94% response) participating in agent specialization were moderately satisfied; they preferred to receive training through state/district conferences and formal classes. Greatest educational needs were balancing specialization with other program responsibilities and ensuring meaningful content. (SK)
Descriptors: Attitudes, Educational Needs, Extension Agents, Job Satisfaction
Peer reviewedSmith, Keith L.; Beckley, William E. – Journal of Extension, 1985
Describes the formation of a mentoring system for new extension agents in Ohio. Examines results of a followup study conducted 15 months after implementation of this system. Survey results indicate that most program results were met. A list of recommendations for similar programs is included. (CT)
Descriptors: Extension Agents, Followup Studies, Mentors, Program Design
Peer reviewedZimmer, Bruce P.; Smith, Keith L. – Journal of Extension, 1992
In a survey of 58 mentors and 57 proteges who participated in the mentoring system for the Ohio Extension Service to determine their satisfaction with the program, 90 percent of the mentors and 70 percent of the proteges indicated a successful experience. (JOW)
Descriptors: Career Development, Extension Agents, Extension Education, Mentors
Peer reviewedSmith, Keith L. – Journal of Extension, 1985
A study was conducted to see if inservice training for extension agents made a difference, especially in knowledge acquisition. The study's conclusion was that in at least the cognitive area a significant change had taken place. Agents who attended the evaluation workshop had significantly greater knowledge in the area of evaluation than agents…
Descriptors: Evaluation Methods, Extension Agents, Inservice Education, Job Skills
