eXtensioneXtension, is a collaboratively built Internet-based learning environment delivering sound, science-based information on a 24/7/365 basis.
Why eXtension?Why eXtension?
• Better together than separate– Content
* best-of-best
* peer-reviewed
* scalable
* more specialized– Efficiencies– Development potential
Questions,
Issues, or
Life Events
Communities
of Interest
Basic Information
Ask the Experts
FAQs
Distance Diagnostics
Discussion & Chat
Decision Tools
Conferencing/Streaming
Videos
Individual Learning Modules
Multiple Learning Modules
Certificate/Credit Courses
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How it works…How it works…
• Virtual network• Multi-institutional• Multi-disciplinary• Open (new members)• Fluid and flexible• Evolve over time• Responsive to Communities of Interest
Community of PracticeCommunity of Practice
BenefitsBenefits
• Researchers– Demonstrates engagement & outreach
– Serves client/citizen needs
– Strengthens position in the knowledge marketplace
– Attracts public and private funding
– Delivers new resources to increase learning, discovery and engagement
– Offers collaboration with peers
– Meets many grant requirements for extension; technology transfer