This book is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of extension education and the various concepts and applications of educational technology that contribute to improving the quality of education and the effective preparation of teaching aids. It serves as a valuable resource for students, teachers, extension professionals, and educators who wish to strengthen their knowledge and skills in the field of teaching, learning, and educational communication. The book highlights the importance of educational technology in modern education systems and explains how different tools, techniques, and instructional materials can enhance the teaching–learning process. The book extensively discusses the basic principles, foundations, and theories of teaching and learning, enabling learners to understand the psychological and pedagogical aspects involved in effective education. It explains different approaches to teaching, methods of instruction, and strategies that can be adopted to make learning more meaningful, participatory, and learner-centered. Special emphasis has been given to curriculum development at both macro and micro levels, including the principles, procedures, and steps involved in designing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating curricula for different educational programmes. In addition, the book provides detailed insights into teaching competencies and competency mapping, helping learners understand the essential qualities, skills, and professional abilities required for effective teaching. It also guides learners in preparing lesson plans, course outlines, and instructional schedules that support systematic and organized teaching. Practical aspects of instructional planning and classroom management are discussed to help educators conduct effective teaching sessions. The book further introduces readers to various innovative and modern teaching methods that can improve learner participation and educational outcomes. It also focuses on understanding learner behaviour, learning styles, motivation, and individual differences among students. Topics related to student counselling, guidance, mentoring, and teacher–student interaction are included to help educators support the academic and personal development of learners. Furthermore, the book discusses the performance appraisal of teachers and the role of evaluation in improving teaching effectiveness and professional growth. It also highlights the importance of libraries and learning resources in promoting self learning and academic enrichment. The emerging trends in educational technology, digital learning platforms, online education, e-learning tools, and virtual teaching methods are comprehensively covered to familiarize learners with contemporary developments in education. Overall, the book aims to equip learners with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and professional competencies necessary for effective teaching, learning, and educational extension activities in the modern educational environment.
Dr. Neelakshi Dutta Baruah is a Ph.D. Research Scholar at the College of Veterinary Science, Khanapara, under Assam Veterinary and Fisheries University (AVFU). She completed her M.V.Sc. in the discipline of Animal Husbandry and Extension Education from the College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University (AAU), Khanapara. She has published several research papers in reputed national journals and actively engages in activities contributing to the advancement of veterinary and extension education.
Dr Monosri Johari is an Assistant Professor, Department of Veterinary Extension Education, College of Veterinary Science, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara, Guwahati, India. She has completed Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry degree from the College of Veterinary Sciences, Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara, Guwahati, India. She has been awarded M.V.Sc. degree and Ph.D. degree in Veterinary Extension Education from Assam Agricultural University, Khanapara, Guwahati, India in the year 2013 and 2017, respectively. She started her professional career as a contractual teacher in Department of Veterinary and Animal Husbandry Extension Education, Ranchi Veterinary College, Birsa Agricultural University and College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Central Agricultural University, Jalukie, Nagaland. She has also been awarded National Fellowship for Higher Education (NFHE) of ST students under UGC for pursuing her Ph.D. degree. She has also been awarded with Best Paper Presentation Award-2014 on “Sustainable breeding practices among pigs in Dima Hasao district of Assam” in the 7th National Extension Education Congress-2014.Ganga Singh Chauhan Memorial Research Scholar Award for outstanding research contribution in the field of Extension Education during 8th National Extension Education Congress-2017 held at ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management, Hyderabad. She is the lifetime member of 2 different professional societies and she has contributed more than 30 research papers, compiled teaching manual, leaflets and bulletins in bilingual.
1 Extension Education ................................................................................1
2 Introduction to Education Technology...................................................21
3 Teaching and Learning...........................................................................25
4 Curriculum Development and Teaching Competencies: A Framework for Competency Mapping...............................................47
5 Teaching Planning, Methods and Computer-Aided Learning................53
6 Learning Behaviour, Learning Style and Learning Outcomes...............61
7 Counselling, Guidance and Mentoring..................................................67
8 Students Evaluation................................................................................81
9 Educational Evaluation, Assessment and Learning Resources..............87
10 Open and Distance Learning (ODL)......................................................93
11 Online Education..................................................................................105
12 Digital Initiatives in Education............................................................121
References............................................................................................129
