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Conducting the Needs Assessment #11: Causal Analysis Techniques by Amy Harder

“…This new 3-page publication in the Conducting the Needs Assessment series provides Extension educators and other service providers with an introduction to two…”
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Best practices in the application of the Ranked Discrepancy Model by Harder, Amy, Narine, Lendel K.

“…In this brief article, we discuss the rationale for the Ranked Discrepancy Model (RDM) and best practices. An overview of the history of the RDM and its…”
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Analyzing and visualizing repeated-measures needs assessment data using the ranked discrepancy model by Narine, Lendel, Harder, Amy

“…The Ranked Discrepancy Model was introduced in 2021 as an alternative for analyzing Borich-style competency-based needs assessment data which avoided the…”
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2024 state of the journal report by Roberts, T. Grady, Harder, Amy, Lindner, James R.

“…This is the annual state of the journal report for Advancements in Agricultural Development. This report: (a) highlights key accomplishments from 2023, (b)…”
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Comparing the Borich model with the Ranked Discrepancy Model for competency assessment: A novel approach by Narine, Lendel, Harder, Amy

“…In 1980, Borich presented a new model that allowed errors in an individual’s judgment of self-proficiency to be offset by considering the perception of a…”
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Exploring small-scale farmers’ perceptions and needs for non-formal leadership education by Biderman, Rachel, Greenhaw, Laura, Harder, Amy

“…Small-scale farmers serve in leadership roles within their operations and beyond, though it is not widely known whether they view themselves in this capacity…”
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Southern Region Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training: Using Pre- and Post-Training Knowledge Assessments to Understand Training Effectiveness by Schneider, Keith R., Schroeder, Mari, Gutierrez, Alan, Kharel, Karuna, Goodrich Schneider, Renée, Harder, Amy, Philyaw Perez, Amanda, Woods, Kristin, Dunn, Laurel L., Priyesh, Paul, Gunter, Christopher, Rogers, Elena, Simmons, Chip, Johnston, Lynette, Carter, Chad, Taylor, Thomas M., Castillo, Alejandro, Anciso, Juan, Masabni, Joseph, Strawn, Laura K., Vallotton, Amber, Stull, Katelynn, O'Bannon, Taylor, Danyluk, Michelle D.

“…The Produce Safety Alliance (PSA) grower training was introduced in 2016 as the standardized curriculum to meet the training requirements of the Food and Drug…”
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Assessing Hygiene Factor Needs for a Statewide Extension Strategic Planning Process by Harder, Amy, Hughes, Mikey W.

“…UF/IFAS Extension launched a long-term strategic planning process in 2019 to create positive change within the organization and within Florida. Conducting an…”
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2022 state of the journal report by Roberts, T. Grady, Harder, Amy, Lindner, James

“…This is the annual state of the journal report for Advancements in Agricultural Development. This report highlights activities and accomplishments from 2020…”
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2023 State of the Journal Report by Roberts, T. Grady, Harder, Amy, Lindner, James, Strong, Robert

“…This is the annual state of the journal report for Advancements in Agricultural Development. This report highlights activities and accomplishments in 2022…”
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Factors Contributing to the Retention of Senior 4-H Members: From the Youth Perspective by Ellison, Stacey, Harder, Amy

“…Of the almost six million youth reported as 4-H members in 2014, only 610,161 were listed as students in grades 9–12, compared to 1,941,406 in grades 4–8. This…”
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The Impact of Supervisory Management on Extension Agent Job Satisfaction by Benge, Matt, Harder, Amy

“…The relationship between a supervisor and his/her employee has a direct effect on the employee’s level of job satisfaction and decision to remain in the…”
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Conducting the Needs Assessment #10: The Delphi Technique by Laura A. Sanagorski Warner, Amy Harder

“…Previous publications in the Conducting the Needs Assessment series outlined why, how, and when Extension educators and other service providers should use…”
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Transactional factors influencing the implementation of intercollegiate Extension programs at U.S. land-grant universities by Caillouet, Olivia, Harder, Amy, Roberts, T. Grady, Bunch, J. C., Radunovich, Heidi

“…University engagement within communities is becoming more important, and public land-grant universities (LGUs) are uniquely situated to create knowledge that…”
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Conducting the Needs Assessment #1: Introduction by Matthew Benge, Amy Harder, Laura Warner

“…An integral step in the program development process is identifying the needs of a community. Educators seeking to develop and deliver an educational program…”
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Identifying Assets Associated with Quality Extension Programming at the Local Level by Harder, Amy, Zelaya, Priscilla

“…County Extension offices are responsible for the majority of programming delivered in the United States. The purpose of this study was to identify and explore…”
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Exploring Early Career Extension Agents’ Perceptions of Their Mentors, Best Liked Coworkers, and Organizational Commitment by Harder, Amy, Narine, Lendel K., Benge, Matt, Denny, Marina, Farner, Kristi

“…Forming positive relationships is an important part of the onboarding process for new Extension professionals. Often, formal mentors are assigned to new…”
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Tampa Bay Extension Agents’ Views of Urban Extension: Philosophy and Program Strategies by Harder, Amy, Wells, Ondine

“…The purpose of this article was to explore the concept of urban Extension as perceived by Extension agents within the Tampa Bay area, one of Florida’s fastest…”
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Exploring the Social Capital of Cooperative Extension Agents in Mississippi by Harder, Amy, Narine, Lendel K., Denny, Marina

“…The Cooperative Extension System has a high turnover rate. Studies indicate a need to improve collaboration and communication efforts between agents to improve…”
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The Effects of Leader-Member Exchanges on the Relationships Between Extension Agents and County Extension Directors in Florida by Benge, Matt, Harder, Amy

“…The relationship between a supervisor and employee has a direct effect on the employee’s job satisfaction, work productivity, and efficiency. Understanding the…”
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