Attracting Extension Program Participants: Tips for Extension Educators

Authors

• Suzanna R. Windon, The Pennsylvania State UniversityFollow
• Theodore R. Alter, Founding Partner, Community Insight Community DevelopmentFollow

Volume

64

Issue

1

Abstract

Extension educators hold a competitive advantage by delivering educational programs tailored to their communities' unique circumstances and perspectives. This article enhances the understanding of the proactive Extension program model and contributes to the literature on Extension educators' competencies. It offers tips for attracting participants to Extension programs and sustaining their engagement. Additionally, the proposed rubric is a practical tool for educators to assess and ensure that all aspects of their programs are well-prepared for successful implementation and meaningful participant involvement.

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Data Availability

No datasets were generated or analyzed during the current study.

Conflict of Interest

The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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Recommended Citation

Windon, S., & Alter, T. (2026). Attracting Extension Program Participants: Tips for Extension Educators. Journal of Extension, 64(1), Article 9. https://doi.org/10.66752/1077-5315.5353