Classification of Extension Education by Type

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Extension education is a:

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Extension education is a:

  1. Both out-of-school and informal education ✓ Correct
  2. Formal education
  3. Out-of-school education only
  4. Informal education only
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Correct Answer: Both out-of-school and informal education

Extension education is simultaneously out-of-school education and informal education. It takes place outside formal school settings and lacks rigid structure, fixed syllabus, or examination systems.

Characteristics of Extension Education
  • Highly informal education with no fixed syllabus and no classrooms
  • Learners are heterogeneous (different ages, occupations, education levels)
  • Teaching is highly horizontal (two-way, participatory)
  • It is a continuous, lifelong educational process for rural people
  • Voluntary participation — learners choose to engage
Extension Education vs. Formal Education
  • Extension: Informal + Out-of-school + No certificate + Heterogeneous learners + Two-way
  • Formal: Formal + In-school + Certificate/degree + Homogeneous age groups + One-way

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