Surveys of subscribers to the electronic Journal of Extension in 1996 (n=534) and 1998 (n=526) showed that Web access doubled in 1998, feature articles were accessed the most, and readers liked easy, quick access; archival searching; and networking with authors. A small number still preferred print format. (SK)

Extension educators' need for food safety information that is accurate, timely, and accessible is being filled by North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service's Web site. The nationally recognized site features a database and links to over 600 publications and fact sheets. (SK)

An evaluation of an interdisciplinary team approach to the delivery of childcare provider training revealed that the 171 participants increased their knowledge in four key content areas. A statistically significant change occurred on all 16 content areas. The team approach can serve as a model for other collaborative efforts by extension…

A Nigerian study compared 141 male and 72 female farmers supervised by male extension agents and 22 male and 93 female farmers supervised by female agents. Women supervised by female agents had more access to extension services, higher knowledge, and greater satisfaction than women working with male agents. (SK)

Critical factors for success in targeted training programs for Hispanic family day care providers include understanding the importance of Hispanic culture, values, and attitudes; becoming familiar with personalism and familism; using day care as an employment strategy for Hispanic women; and developing culturally relevant nutrition lessons. (SK)

Wageningen University's extension science program shifted from a positivist to a constructivist foundation. Participatory methodologies and interactive policies are being developed, and the program's name has been changed to Communication and Innovation Studies. (SK)

Describes how the American Farm School in Thessaloniki, Greece, simultaneously offers secondary and postsecondary programs and continuing training activities. (SK)

Reviews global changes and the following strategies changing the definition of university extension and continuing education: (1) cost-recovery entrepreneurial model; (2) emphasis on professional continuing education; (3) diminishing focus on traditional service; (4) distance education; and (5) global marketing. (SK)

Three intervention models to reduce hazards and risks of farm work were tested: self-audit (n=73), youth safety and health program (n=64), and a community coalition for safety and health (n=17). Despite some difficulties, university researchers and agents did accomplish the primary goal: scientific evaluation of models of safety education. (SK)

Project YES, a West Virginia summer intervention for at-risk youth, focuses on academic enrichment, fitness and health, self-concept, empowerment, reflective learning, nutrition, and multiculturalism. It is a multidisciplinary and collaborative effort of several different agencies. (SK)

A survey of 118 alumni of the Wisconsin Rural Leadership Program found that the higher the age and the greater the income, the less satisfied they were with the program. Results suggested that leadership development may spark less community participation among those of higher rather than lower socioeconomic status. (SK)

Participatory Environmental Action Research involves novices, scientists, and local residents in exploring environmental problems, facilitated by extension professionals. Educational benefits of the expeditions include learning research techniques and teamwork; scientists develop skills in adult education and interpreting science for…

Agricultural communication units at land-grant universities (46 of 50) responding to a survey indicated that 2 institutions produced two-thirds of 937 videoconferences in 1993; 31 produced the other one-third. Most evaluate productions, but treat the results informally. Nonevaluators said assessment was not needed, not useful, or too difficult.…

Describes experiences with hospitalized children through the extension project "Writing and Reading at the University Hospital", State University of Maringa Hospital (Brazil). States the initial project proposal provided educational assistance to the children separated from school due to being in the hospital. Used play and games as an…

Data from 65 extension stakeholders engaged in forestry-related activities showed that communication barriers existed between university faculty and stakeholders. Stakeholders were not getting the information they needed, extension agents generally lacked appropriate content knowledge, and printed communications were ineffective or too technical.…