Need of an Extension Programme

PROGRAMME PLANNING, IMPLEMENTATION AND EVALUATION 2(1+1)
Lesson 2 : Extension Programme

Need of an Extension Programme

Extension programmes are needed for the following reasons:

  • It helps to know what is to be done and the reasons behind it
  • Serves as a guide for any new proposal to be considered for inclusion in the programme.
  • To present in written form a statement for the information of all who are involved in the work. It gives a clear picture of the whole programme.
  • To establish objectives with which progress can be measured and evaluated.
  • To develop a common understanding of the means and ends between various organizations.

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    Extension Workers Listing the Needs of Rural Women and Girls

  • It helps to ensure continuity of the programme even after changes of staff have taken place. Extension is a continuous process and the continuity of the programme must not be broken because of staff changes.
  • To help in the development of leadership – The local leaders get trained to analyze local problems and deal with them methodically. It enables to carry on the work in the absence of extension workers and helps to develop their hidden abilities.

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    Farmers Working in the Presence of Village Leader

  • It helps to avoid waste of resources like time and money and promote general efficiency. It reduces the risk of failures caused by mistakes and misunderstandings.
  • To coordinate the efforts of different people working for rural development.
  • It justifies the expenditure of public money, if the objectives are clearly and correctly stated.
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