Educational attainment, age, occupation, economic means or other variables can influence the decision about which segments of audiences to aim specific programs. Make decisions on a clear understanding of the problem, so that appropriate and relevant information can be provided in the most suitable form for identified audiences. Information and contents of educational programs offered by Extension are to be derived from objective, unbiased knowledge bases of reliable research and university sources. These references contain core curricula, teaching materials and other resources that may be used in deciding the subject matter information for educational programs related to statewide initiatives. As the program is implemented, the indicators are used as markers of progress and goal achievement.
Technique refers to the form used to present material to be learned.
Activities are the program events or direct actions through which people learn the information or interact with the material. A combination of methods is believed to be more effective in reaching voluntary participants than is a program using only one method. When arranging for and conducting specific events in an annual program, committees and agents should be aware of a variety of methods and techniques for presenting information and organizing the learning experiences. In addition, particular types of methods have been shown to be more effective than others in particular stages of the learning process. Second, when given a choice, choose the method or technique involving the most active participation by learners.