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ERIC Number: EJ1291181
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2021
Pages: 18
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1389-224X
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Modified Listening Group Method as a Knowledge-Sharing and Learning Mechanism in Agricultural Communities in the Philippines
Pasiona, Sonny P.; Nidoy, Mary Grace M.; Manalo, Jaime Albarillo, IV
Journal of Agricultural Education and Extension, v27 n1 p89-106 2021
Purpose: The aim of this study is to explore if the modified listening group method that originated in Canada can enhance learning and sharing amongst farmers in a group learning setup. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study, participated in by 111 rice farmers, was conducted in Farmer Field School sites of PhilRice in the provinces of Agusan Del Sur, Bohol, Ilocos Norte, Negros Occidental, and Tarlac. It employed a quasi-experimental research design. Findings: Overall, we found that the modified listening group method enables learning of technical concepts and provides avenues for farmers to collectively forward their agenda to the government. Taking on a more critical approach, however, and moving this research forward, we argue that there is a need to scrutinise the types of knowledge shared and muted during the course of exchanges amongst farmers. Several questions relating to power relations in knowledge-sharing are advanced in this research. Theoretical Implications: This paper contributes to addressing the dearth of studies from developing countries on the use of listening groups in agricultural extension. Practical Implications: The study explores and offers a cost-effective strategy to enhance learning and sharing in a group learning setup amongst farmers. Originality/Value: The study explored how an old advisory method like the listening groups may be revived and modified to facilitate learning in a group learning setup.
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Philippines; Canada
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