Principle of Learning in Extension Education

Extension has the principle of learning by:

Correct Answer: Doing

The core principle of extension is learning by doing. This is the principle behind method demonstration — where the extension worker demonstrates a practice in front of farmers who then do it themselves.

Two Fundamental Principles in Extension

• Principle of method demonstration: Learning by doing
• Principle of result demonstration: Seeing is believing

Difference Between Method and Result Demonstration

• Method demonstration: Conducted by an extension worker to show farmers how to do something — principle: Learning by Doing. It is the oldest method of teaching.
• Result demonstration: Conducted by a farmer (under guidance) to prove the value of a recommended practice — principle: Seeing is Believing. It is the most expensive and most effective method.