Innovative and Effective Ways to Enhance Rural Learning in Africa



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book chapter
Book Source: 
Wopereis, M. C., Johnson, D. E., Ahmadi, N., Tollens, E., & Jalloh, A. (Eds.). (2013). Realizing Africa's rice promise. CABI, pp. 367-378.
Author(s): 
van Mele, P.
Wanvoeke, J.
Rodgers, J.
McKay, B.
Description: 

This book chapter focuses on dimensions of rural learning in Africa, with a special focus on rice farmers. Four key challenges in rural learning are addressed, namely social inclusion, scaling up, collecting farmer feedback and assessing impact. The potentially powerful role of videos in rural learning is illustrated. Experiences from Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice) and partners are presented alongside other relevant experiences.

Publication year: 
2013