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Pilot Evaluation of an Internet Educational Module for Agricultural Safety
Journal of Extension
  • Charles V. Schwab, Iowa State University
  • Steven A. Freeman, Iowa State University
Document Type
Article
Publication Version
Published Version
Publication Date
6-1-2011
Abstract

An important component of the safe operation of agricultural equipment is the ability to read and understand universal symbols. The Internet educational module is designed to help participants recognize these symbols. The impact of using it was evaluated using a field trial study. Assessment consisted of pre- and post-tests. Youth who had access to it averaged an improvement 29 points higher on the post-test than that of the control group. Overall, the Internet learning environment increased participants' ability to recognize universal symbols faster and more accurately. The study serves as a model for supplementing Extension programming with Web-based educational material.

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This article is from Journal of Extension 49 (2011): 3RIB4. Posted with permission.

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Copyright Owner
Extension Journal, Inc.
Language
en
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application/pdf
Citation Information
Charles V. Schwab and Steven A. Freeman. "Pilot Evaluation of an Internet Educational Module for Agricultural Safety" Journal of Extension Vol. 49 Iss. 3 (2011) p. 3RIB4
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/charles_schwab/112/