Presents criteria to evaluate inservice educational programs before, during, and after implementation, and keys these criteria to the different purposes for evaluation. (JOW)

Describes a study aimed at identifying the concrete evidence that clients accept as demonstrated extension program accomplishments. The study attempted to create and test a technique for obtaining from extension clientele valid output measures of an extension program. (CT)

A member of the National Evaluation Policy Group discusses the dynamics of the national evaluation of extension education, and the national expectations, issues, and impact of the process. (SK)

The problem of getting books to students in outlying areas was solved when the bookstore at Des Moines Area Community College began direct mail of textbooks. Course coordinators take return mail labels for students to complete along with an instruction form with them when they register their students. (MLW)

The author suggests that citizen involvement can be influenced by two major factors: (1) the extension agent's personal orientation as a programer and (2) the programing situation. (CT)

Discusses the importance of interaction among participants in conferences. Data on participant interaction must be used to evaluate conferences. Describes one graphic technique for collecting and analyzing this data. (JOW)

Drawing on the behavioral sciences, the author outlines alternative modes of structuring and organizing an extension unit. The advantages and disadvantages of several organizational design options, the purposes and management of the temporary task force, and some general guidelines for making organizational design decisions are discussed.…

Describes the procedure followed in evaluating extension at the University of Missouri, reporting on the usefulness of the steps followed, and presenting some of the outcomes from this Extension evaluation at the institutional level. (WL)

The University of Alaska has produced a series of courses on a variety of subjects that are made available in the camps of pipeline workers by means of videotape. (BD)

Examines government strategies for decentralizing agricultural extension, concluding that such changes are largely determined by the country's constitutional status. Reviews decentralization guidelines for structural and fiscal reforms and participatory management systems. (SK)

Promotion of innovations is enhanced by understanding market segments and their different needs. The Innovativeness-Stages matrix is a way of identifying market segments by their receptiveness to innovation and stage in the adoption process. (SK)

A questionnaire completed by 48 beef producers and 40 county government personnel in North Carolina found that beef producers depended significantly more on extension education and information. Preferred delivery methods and information sources were also different for the two groups.(JOW)

A survey of 67 Pennsylvania extension professionals and on-site reviews found minority representation on extension boards and committees ranged from 17-50%. Recruitment and retention problems included time constraints, lack of familiarity, transportation problems, and discomfort. (SK)

When Urbana (Illinois) city government had difficulty recruiting minority contractors, extension educators interviewed 22 minority entrepreneurs, finding they had difficulty meeting requirements and learning about opportunities. Solutions included training for banking, legal, and insurance representatives; workshops to develop bidding skills; and…

Oklahoma Extension's "Valuing Differences" program for agents included cultural differences seminar, visits to diverse communities and debriefing sessions. Evaluation indicated greater awareness of diversity and identification of potential new audiences for extension and appropriate methods for programming. (SK)