Field to Lab

The primary objective of this handbook is to provide students with a comprehensive grasp of the principles and practices of agricultural extension. This includes an overview of extension methods, tools, and techniques, as well as an understanding of the roles and responsibilities of extension agents and the communities they serve. This book contains a series of twelve practical exercises aimed at equipping students with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively work in rural development. Each practical exercise is designed to provide hands-on experience and promote active learning. The following is a list of the practical exercises included in this book: 1. Group Discussion Exercises 2. Handling and Preparation of Audio-Visual Aids 3. Preparation of Extension Literature 4. Presentation Skills Exercise 5. Micro-teaching Exercise 6. Understanding the Problems Encountered by Villagers/Farmers 7. Organization and Functioning of DRDA and Various Development Departments at the District Level 8. NGOs for Learning from Their Experience in Rural Development 9. Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) Techniques with Their Application in Village Development 10. Community Radio and Television Studio for Understanding the Process of Programme Production 11. Script Writing for Print and Electronic Media 12. Developing Scripts for Radio and Television