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How to Measure Extension Program Impact

Impact data protects funding.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Impact data protects funding. In short: set; survey; teach, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Set outcomes.

  2. Survey before.

  3. Teach.

  4. Survey after.

  5. Follow up later.

  6. Report results.

Safety reminders for extension educators

  • Follow pesticide safety
  • Follow youth protection rules
  • Drive safely
  • Follow farm safety

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