Course Introduction

This is introductory and foundation course related to functions and objectives of Agrcultural Extension with special to Pakistan.

Learning outcomes

After studying this introductory course, the students will be able to understand:

1. The concept, scope and significance of agricultural extension

2. History of agricultural extension in Pakistan

3. Principles of effective agricultural extension work

4. Diffusion & adoption of agricultural innovations

5. Extension teaching methods

6. Application and signficance of communication and communication skills

7. Monitoring & evaluation in agricultural extension

Assessment criteria

Sessional + Assignments: 20 Marks (students will submit two assignments one before mid exam and one before final exam)

Mid Exam: 30

Final exam: 50

Class Schedule

Regular

Tuesday 11.20 to 12.10

Wednesday 10.30 to 12.10

Self Support

Tuesday 2.00 to 3.40

Wednesday 12.10 to 1.00

Weekely Plan of Lectures

Week 1	Education and its types Agricultural Extension, its role in Agricultural & Rural Development History of Agricultural Extension
Week 2	Principles of effective extension work Objectives and its types Guidelines for preparing objectives
Week 3	Roles and duties of Extension Field Staff (EFS) Organizational structure of Extension Department in Punjab, Pakistan
Week 4	Extension programs in Pakistan
Week 5	Diffusion and adoption of Innovations
Week 6	Factors effecting adoption of Agricultural Innovations
Week 7	Concept, Purpose and scope of communication in Agricultural extension Levels of communication Type of communication on the basis of flow of information
Week 8	Revision and Class Presentations Submission of Assignment-I
Week 9	Mid Exam
Week 10	Process of Communication Types/forms of communication i.e. written, verbal and non-verbal Modes of expression under non-verbal communication
Week 11	Communication models
Week 12	Barriers to Effective Communication Guidelines for making communication effective
Week 13	Guidelines for conducting successful interviews and discussion meetings Guidelines for effective writing skills
Week 14	Extension Teaching Methods
Week 15	Monitoring & Evaluation of Extension Programs
Week 16	Presentation skills
Week 17	Revision and Class Presentations Submission of Assignment-II
Week 18	Final Examination

Recommended Books

Bashir, E. (Ed.). 2005. Extension Methods (2nd Edition). National Book Foundation, Islamabad.
Ray, G.L. 2006. Extension Communication and Management. Kalyani Publisher
Muhammad, S. 2005. Communication Skills & Leadership Development. Unitech Communications, Faisalabad