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An analysis of training needs of evaluation professionals of agricultural and extension programs in Iran

Author(s) -

Namdar Razieyeh,

Pezeshki Rad Gholamreza,

Chizari Mohammd

Publication year - 2011

Publication title -

african journal of business management

Language(s) - English

Resource type - Journals

ISSN - 1993-8233

DOI - 10.5897/ajbm11.1069

Subject(s) - situational ethics , medical education , service (business) , situation analysis , professional development , interpersonal communication , sample (material) , agricultural extension , descriptive research , psychology , agriculture , medicine , business , sociology , marketing , geography , social psychology , social science , chemistry , archaeology , chromatography

This study aimed to understand the competences needed by agricultural and extension evaluation experts in Iran. Using a descriptive and correlational research design, a valid and reliable self-completion questionnaire was utilized for data collection from a sample of 132 out of 170 managers and professional staff involved in agricultural and extension evaluation programs. The professionals mostly preferred to participate in in-service training courses to develop their competences including situational analysis, reflective practice, project management, professional practice and systematic inquiry, respectively. Therefore, these courses can ensure their continuous professional development. However, for many interpersonal competences, they would rather do pre-service training courses. Key words: Evaluation, training needs, agriculture, professional development, Iran.

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