INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY 3(2+1)

Lesson 11 : Group Methods

Study Tour

In study Tour, a group of interested persons accompanied and guided by one or more extension agents out of their neighborhood to study and learn significant improvements in farm and home elsewhere.

The main purpose is to motivate the visitors by showing what others have been able to achieve.

Objectives

1. To expose the visitors to a new and different situation this shall help in changing their outlook and extend their mental horizon.
2. To understand the gap in technology adoption
3. To explore the feasibility of adopting new practices in visitor’s own situations
4. To induce a spirit of competition amongst the participants by showing what others have been able to achieve

Limitations

1. Because of limitations of funds and time, study tours cannot be held frequently
2. There may be some possibility of subordinating educational aspect to sigh seeing and recreation
3. Unpleasant experience may cause a setback