Developed by the Global Forum for Rural Advisory Services (GFRAS), the New Extensionist is a global view of extension and advisory services (EAS) that articulates the role of EAS in the rural context and agricultural innovation systems.
The Learning Kit contains 13 modules designed for self-guided, face-to-face or blended learning. Modules should be used in conjunction with the accompanying workbook. Module 1, Introduction to the New Extensionist, provides the foundation and context needed for the other modules.
Visit this link for all the modules and resources (manual, workbook, presentation slides and lecturer guide).
Module 1: Introduction to the New Extensionist
Module 2: Extension Approaches and Tools
Module 3: Agricultural Extension Programme Management
Module 5: Adult Learning for Behavioural Change
Module 6: Basic Knowledge Management and Extension
Module 7: Introduction for Facilitation for Development
Module 8: Community Mobilisation
Module 9: Farmer Organisational Development
Module 10: The Role of Extension in Value Chains
Module 11: Agricultural Entrepreneurship
Module 12: Gender in Advisory Services
Module 13: Risk Mitigation and Adaptation in Extension
Module 14: Developing Capacity for Evaluation of Rural Extension and Advisory Services