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Author(s):Lajeunesse, S. E.; Johnson, G. D.; Jacobsen, J. S.
Author Affiliation:Lajeunesse and Johnson: Department of Entomology; Jacobsen: Department of Plant, Soil, and Environmental Sciences, Montana State University, Bozeman, Montana
Title:A homeowner survey - outdoor pest management practices, water quality awarness, and preferred learning methods
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Source:Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education. Winter 1997, p. 43-48.
Publishing Information:Madison, WI: American Society of Agronomy
# of Pages:6
Keywords:TIC Keywords: Questionnaire surveys; Pest control; Water quality; Pesticides; Fertilizers; Water management; Pesticide safety
Abstract/Contents:"Adult education materials and programs that are designed, produced, and delivered to specifically address areas of leaner interest and need can provide incentive for active participation in learning. As an initial step in designing a new Urban Pest Management Program at Montana State University-Bozeman, a mail survey of 1040 households was used for audience analysis and needs assessment. Questions focused on management practices for pests, pesticides, and fertilizers; water resource protection; and preffered methods of learning. Nonresponse bias was estimated by telephone follow-up. Combined survey response rate was 56%. Results show homeowners' primary source for problem-solving information is businesses selling landscape supplies (56%). Most are aware (54%) or somewhat aware (32%) of related water quality issues, and pest control products are considered safe if used properly (45%) or somewhat safe if used properly (40%), but few precautions are taken when using pesticides. Most homeowners are very interested (43%) or somewhat interested (38%) in learning more about least toxic methods of pest management. Methods of learning considered most effective are printed materials, hands-on participation, educational videos, and demonstrations by specialists. Workshops, salespeople, radio, and personal computer programs are rated least effective. Preferred types of instructional programs are self-taught (51%), and least preferred is learning in a group setting such as a workshop or a short course (19%). As a result of the survey, our audiences' needs and interests have been identified, enabling program design, development, and delivery to concentrate on areas with greatest potential for results.
Language:English
References:1
Note:Tables
Reprint appears in Cutt magazine, 8(4) Winter 1998, p.3, 11
ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Lajeunesse, S. E., G. D. Johnson, and J. S. Jacobsen. 1997. A homeowner survey - outdoor pest management practices, water quality awarness, and preferred learning methods. J. Nat. Resour. Life Sci. Educ. p. 43-48.
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