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Master of Extension Education
Maryland , United States
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Agricultural Business
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Degree
Masters
Major
Agricultural Business | Agricultural Economics | Agricultural Engineering | Agricultural Management | Agricultural Mechanics | Agricultural Science | Agricultural Technology | Agronomy | Aquaculture | Arboriculture | Crop Production | Crop Science | Dairy Science | Dairy Technology | Farm Management and Maintenance | Fisheries Management | Fisheries Science | Fishing | Food Preservation | Food Science and Technology | Forestry | Forestry Technology | Horticulture | Landscape Management | Livestock Management | Livestock Production | Meat Technology | Natural Resources Management | Oceanography | Pest Management | Poultry Farming | Poultry Science | Shellfish Farming | Subsistence Farming | Wildlife Management
Area of study
Agricultural Business | Agricultural Economics | Agricultural Engineering | Agricultural Management | Agricultural Mechanics | Agricultural Science | Agricultural Technology | Agronomy | Aquaculture | Arboriculture | Crop Production | Crop Science | Dairy Science | Dairy Technology | Farm Management and Maintenance | Fisheries Management | Fisheries Science | Fishing | Food Preservation | Food Science and Technology | Forestry | Forestry Technology | Horticulture | Landscape Management | Livestock Management | Livestock Production | Meat Technology | Natural Resources Management | Oceanography | Pest Management | Poultry Farming | Poultry Science | Shellfish Farming | Subsistence Farming | Wildlife Management
Education type
Agricultural Business | Agricultural Economics | Agricultural Engineering | Agricultural Management | Agricultural Mechanics | Agricultural Science | Agricultural Technology | Agronomy | Aquaculture | Arboriculture | Crop Production | Crop Science | Dairy Science | Dairy Technology | Farm Management and Maintenance | Fisheries Management | Fisheries Science | Fishing | Food Preservation | Food Science and Technology | Forestry | Forestry Technology | Horticulture | Landscape Management | Livestock Management | Livestock Production | Meat Technology | Natural Resources Management | Oceanography | Pest Management | Poultry Farming | Poultry Science | Shellfish Farming | Subsistence Farming | Wildlife Management
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Master of Extension Education
The Master of Extension Education features a multi-disciplinary program with core courses focused on principles of Extension in needs assessment, program development, evaluation, and social science research methodology as well as a suite of supportive elective courses in a variety of Extension specialty areas. Graduates with Extension education experiences are prepared for dynamic careers in secondary and post-secondary education, non-profits, government, and leadership roles in enterprise.
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About
The Master of Extension Education offers a thesis and non-thesis option.
- Thesis Option: For the thesis option, 6 credit hours must be in AGST 799, "Master’s Thesis Research." The thesis should be completed towards the end of the student's coursework. The thesis must be approved by the Thesis Examining Committee, which consists of three members of the graduate faculty. The chair of the committee should be the student’s thesis advisor.
- Non-Thesis Option: For the non-thesis option, a minimum of 6 credit hours must be from courses numbered 600 and above. Instead of a thesis, students should submit one professional article in publication-ready format or present an individually created research-based creative component (curricula, professional training design, learning media product, etc.) to the Non-Thesis Review Committee, which consists of three members of the graduate faculty. The chair of the committee should be the student’s advisor.
Master of Extension Education Core Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Course Description |
|---|---|---|
| AGST606 | Program Planning and Evaluation in Agricultural Education | Learn how to plan and evaluate agricultural and extension education programs: design and administer needs assessments, create a logic model, apply quantitative and qualitative instruments and protocols, engage stakeholders, and gather and analyze data. The course will enable participants to develop an evaluation and program plan tailored to their interest/working area, applying a lens to address inclusion and equity issues. |
| AGST630 | Adult and Community Development Education | Analyze and learn to apply teaching/learning theory and techniques in adult continuing and community development education with a focus on nonformal contexts. This course will examine the curriculum development process as well as in-person, virtual, and remote instructional techniques and methodologies tailored to adults' learning preferences. Scenarios and examples will involve participatory approaches to solving community development problems. |
| AGST605 | Extension Research Methods with Applied Data Analysis | Examine foundational qualitative and quantitative research methods in real-world social and behavioral settings for extension and outreach educators. This course enables you to distinguish, select and apply research methods to conduct social science research in a non-formal education setting. A variety of data analysis approaches will be examined across Extension and outreach education applications. |
| AGST640 | Analysis of Maryland Agriculture | An advanced research-focused course on examining the mission and history of the Land Grant System as well as appraising the current work conducted through the University of Maryland Extension to extend research to citizens. Often referred to as America in miniature, Maryland boasts diverse people, agricultural practices, cultures, and ecosystems which students will examine to perceive the decision-making processes within and across ecological systems. An enriching field practicum with an agricultural agency is required. |
Faculty
The following faculty members have committed to advising students in the Master's of Extension Education Program:
- Alex Chan, Ph.D., LMFT: Family & Consumer Science Specialist
- Diana Cochran, Ph.D.: Assistant Clinical Professor, Horticulture
- Anna Mae Glenn: 4-H Agent, Frederick County
- Nicole Fiorellino, Ph.D.: Assistant Professor & Extension Agent Specialist, Agronomic Crop Production
- Darren Jarboe: Assistant Director & Principal Extension Agent, Agribusiness Management
- Andrew Kness: Senior Extension Agent, Agronomy
- Neith Little: Extension Agent, Urban Agriculture
- Luke Macaulay, Ph.D.: Extension Agent Specialist, Wildlife Resources
- Kurt Vollmer: Extension Agent Specialist, Weed Management
- Xuan Wei, Ph.D.: Extension Specialist, Urban Farm and Agribusiness Management
Prospective Students
Admission Requirements
- General Requirements: Statement of Purpose, Transcript(s), TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
- Program-Specific Requirements: Letters of Recommendation (3), CV/Resume, Supplementary Application, Writing Samples (2 required), Description of Research/Work Experience (optional), Portfolio PDF Upload (optional)
Admission FAQs
The Master of Extension Education program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of extension education principles and practices. The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options, allowing students to tailor their education to their career goals.
Current Students
Course Registration & Advising
- Mentoring: For more information on mentoring, please see the Statement of Mutual Expectations for Mentoring document.
- Program Timeline: Depending on the student's line of study, use the timeline that is appropriate for your program line of study.
- Course Advising: Each semester, please meet with your faculty advisor to go over advising for coursework requirements.
Deadlines
- Graduate School Information and Deadlines: Deadlines for admissions, class registration, fellowship and award, thesis, dissertation, and graduation can be found on the Graduate School's website.
- University academic deadlines (drop/add, credit level changes, withdrawal, etc.) can be found on the Office of the Registrar's Academic Deadlines page.
Forms
- Graduate School Forms: Various forms are available for graduate students, including the AEED Plan of Study, Appointment of Advisory Committee, and Thesis/Final Project Update Form.
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