Koralalage Sunil Upali Jayaratne
Also known as: K. S. U. Jayaratne
Works (54)
Updated: November 12th, 2024 13:25
2023 journal article
Critical Competencies of 4-H Camp Staff for Achieving High Performance
JOURNAL OF EXTENSION, 61(2).
open access via tigerprints.clemson.edu (publisher PDF)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
4. Quality Education
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 18, 2023
2023 journal article
Educational Needs of North Carolina Non-industrial Private Forest Landowners and Barriers to Meeting These Needs
JOURNAL OF EXTENSION, 61(1).
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 3, 2023
2023 journal article
Toward Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Outreach and Engagement in Extension Education: Expert Consensus on Barriers and Strategies
JOURNAL OF EXTENSION, 61(1).
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
1. No Poverty
(Web of Science)
10. Reduced Inequalities
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 3, 2023
2021 journal article
Early-Career Challenges of Youth Development Extension Educators and Effective Strategies
SUSTAINABILITY, 13(16).
author keywords: 4-H youth development; extension educators; early-career challenges; strategies; onboarding training
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
4. Quality Education
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: September 7, 2021
2021 journal article
What Does it Take to Lead Extension Master Gardener Volunteers?
Journal of Extension, 59(Summer 2021).
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries, Crossref
Added: November 23, 2021
2020 journal article
Expanding evaluator competency research: Exploring competencies for program evaluation using the context of non-formal education
EVALUATION AND PROGRAM PLANNING, 79.
author keywords: Evaluator competency; Context effect; Delphi study; Maturity of the profession; Expert consensus
MeSH headings : Delphi Technique; Education, Professional / organization & administration; Education, Professional / standards; Humans; Problem-Based Learning; Professional Competence / standards; Program Evaluation / methods; Program Evaluation / standards
TL;DR:
This work used a modified three-round Delphi technique to identify evaluator competencies for non-formal educators in Cooperative Extension (CE) that were considered important to be included in evaluation capacity building efforts and categorized them into the five competencies proposed by the American Evaluation Association.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 8, 2020
2019 journal article
Evaluation capacity building in the nonformal education context: Challenges and strategies
EVALUATION AND PROGRAM PLANNING, 79.
author keywords: Evaluation capacity building; Challenges; Strategies; Nonformal education; Delphi study
MeSH headings : Capacity Building / organization & administration; Capacity Building / standards; Delphi Technique; Humans; Leadership; Organizational Culture; Program Evaluation / methods; Time Factors; United States; Universities / organization & administration; Universities / standards; Work Engagement
TL;DR:
A Delphi study with evaluation specialists in the United States' Cooperative Extension Service developed a consensus on the most pervasive ECB challenges as well as the most useful strategies for overcoming ECB challenges.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: May 8, 2020
2019 journal article
Evaluation competencies and challenges faced by early career extension professionals: developing a competency model through consensus building
JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION & EXTENSION, 26(2), 183–201.
author keywords: Program evaluation; competency development; comparative study; professional development; in-service training; extension education
TL;DR:
This study is the first study to compare early-career extension program evaluation challenges with a relevant evaluation competency model and presents the US Extension Evaluation Specialists’ national consensus of the core program evaluation competencies for extension professionals.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Web Of Science, NC State University Libraries
Added: February 22, 2021
2016 journal article
Making evaluation work for you: Ideas for deriving multiple benefits from evaluation
Journal of Extension (Online), 54(1). http://www.joe.org/joe/2016february/iw1.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 10, 2019
2016 journal article
North Carolina chefs who cultivate restaurant gardens: A population with a hunger for extension information
Journal of Extension (Online), 54(6). https://joe.org/joe/2016december/tt7.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 28, 2019
2016 journal article
Planning, delivering, and evaluating an extension in-service training program for developing local food systems: Lessons learned
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension, 4(2), 1–19. http://media.wix.com/ugd/c8fe6e_3633e1c2b3ed4f6c98c2e75d3c5d649b.pdf
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 10, 2019
2016 journal article
Tools for formative evaluation: Gathering the information necessary for program improvement
Journal of Extension (Online), 54(1). http://www.joe.org/joe/2016february/tt2.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 28, 2019
2015 journal article
Challenges and opportunities in developing the student farm as an educational resource: A nationwide Delphi study on student farms
NACTA (North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture) Journal, 59(2), 96–103.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 28, 2019
2015 journal article
Cost effectiveness ratio: Evaluation tool for comparing the effectiveness of similar extension programs
Journal of Extension (Online), 53(6). http://www.joe.org/joe/2015december/pdf/JOE_v53_6tt3.pdf
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 28, 2019
2015 journal article
In-service Training Needs of Agriculture Teachers for Preparing Them to Be Effective in the 21st Century
Journal of Agricultural Education, 56(4), 47–58.
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger
(OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 15, 2019
2015 journal article
Use of Song as an Effective Teaching Strategy for Nutrition Education in Older Adults
Journal of Nutrition in Gerontology and Geriatrics, 34(1), 22–33.
MeSH headings : Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Education, Nonprofessional / methods; Elder Nutritional Physiological Phenomena / ethnology; Female; Food Assistance; Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; Humans; Male; Music Therapy; North Carolina; Nutrition Policy; Nutritional Sciences / education; Patient Education as Topic; Poverty; Singing; United States; United States Department of Agriculture
TL;DR:
A randomized controlled design was used to determine whether singing an educational song would result in increased nutrition knowledge in a low-income population of older adults compared to a control group of similar adults who did not sing the song.
(via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 15, 2019
2014 journal article
A Look at What Influences the Leadership of Agricultural and Extension Education Department Heads
Journal of Leadership Education, 13(1), 57–74.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 15, 2019
2014 journal article
A framework for integrating and managing expectations of multiple stakeholder groups in a collaborative partnership
Journal of Extension (Online), 52(3). http://www.joe.org/joe/2014june/iw6.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 10, 2019
2014 journal article
Characteristics and motivational factors of effective Extension advisory leaders: Implications for building strong Extension advisory councils
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension, 2(3), 32–44. http://media.wix.com/ugd/c8fe6e_e058fa5a17b548969a55005aa78dfffa.pdf
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 journal article
Engaging learners through collaborative learning: Leadership development of County Extension Directors and lessons learned
Journal of Extension, 52(2). http://www.joe.org/joe/2014april/a2.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 chapter
Evaluation of Integrated Pest Management Interventions: Challenges and alternatives
In D. Pimentel & R. Peshin (Eds.), Integrated Pest management: Pesticide problems (Vol. 3, pp. 433–470). Netherlands: Springer.
Ed(s): D. Pimentel & R. Peshin
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 10, 2019
2014 journal article
Extension educators’ perceptions about the NC 10% Local Food Campaign: Impacts, challenges, and alternatives
Journal of Extension, 52(2). http://www.joe.org/joe/2014april/a7.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 journal article
Grazing Winter Rye Cover Crop in a Cotton No-Till System: Yield and Economics
Agronomy Journal, 106(3), 1041.
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
2. Zero Hunger
(Web of Science)
13. Climate Action
(Web of Science)
15. Life on Land
(Web of Science; OpenAlex)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 15, 2019
2014 journal article
Identification of current proficiency level of Extension competencies and the competencies needed for Extension agents to be successful in the 21st century
Journal of Human Sciences and Extension, 2(1), 71–89. http://media.wix.com/ugd/c8fe6e_53ea61c582994033af7c961b1c4fcd7d.pdf
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 journal article
Scholarship perceptions of academic department heads: Implications for promoting faculty community engagement scholarship
Journal of Higher Education Outreach and Engagement, 18(1), 123–151.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 journal article
Teaching basic cooking skills: Evaluation of the North Carolina Extension Cook Smart Eat Smart Program
Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences, 106(1), 39–46.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 journal article
Use of demonstration gardens in Extension: Challenges and benefits
Journal of Extension, 52(4), 4–6. http://www.joe.org/joe/2014august/a6.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2014 journal article
Using Synchronous Distance-Education Technology to Deliver a Weight Management Intervention
Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 46(6), 602–609.
author keywords: adult; body mass index; Internet; obesity; overweight
MeSH headings : Adult; Body Mass Index; Cohort Studies; Combined Modality Therapy; Diet, Reducing; Education, Distance; Feasibility Studies; Female; Humans; Internet; Male; Motivation; Motor Activity; North Carolina; Nutrition Policy; Nutritional Sciences / education; Obesity / diet therapy; Obesity / therapy; Overweight / diet therapy; Overweight / therapy; Patient Education as Topic; Self Efficacy; Telemedicine; Weight Loss
TL;DR:
Synchronous online delivery could be employed with no loss to improvements in BMI, weight, and waist circumference and the feasibility of using synchronous distance-education technology to deliver a weight management program is demonstrated.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2013 journal article
Application of crossover design for conducting rigorous Extension evaluations
Journal of Extension, 51(2). http://www.joe.org/joe/2013april/tt1.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2013 journal article
Characteristics of Extension demonstration gardens
Journal of Extension, 51(2). http://www.joe.org/joe/2013april/rb8.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2013 journal article
Delivering a Behavior-Change Weight Management Program to Teachers and State Employees in North Carolina
American Journal of Health Promotion, 27(6), 378–383.
author keywords: Weight Management; Worksite; Mindfulness; Behavior Change; Prevention Research
MeSH headings : Adult; Aged; Aged, 80 and over; Body Mass Index; Diet, Reducing; Faculty; Female; Health Promotion / organization & administration; Humans; Male; Middle Aged; North Carolina; State Government; Surveys and Questionnaires; Young Adult
TL;DR:
This project demonstrated the feasibility of implementing a behavior change–based weight management program at the worksite to achieve positive outcomes related to weight, blood pressure, healthy eating, and physical activity behaviors.
(via Semantic Scholar)
UN Sustainable Development Goal Categories
3. Good Health and Well-being
(Web of Science)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, Web Of Science
Added: August 6, 2018
2013 chapter
IPM extension: A global overview
In D. P. Abrol (Ed.), Integrated pest management: Current concepts and ecological perspectives (pp. 493–530). San Diego, CA: Elsevier.
Ed(s): D. Abrol
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2013 journal article
Nutrition education brings behavior and knowledge change in limited-resource older adults
Journal of Extension, 51(2). http://www.joe.org/joe/2013april/a1.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: December 5, 2020
2012 journal article
Barriers and effective educational strategies to develop Extension Agents' professional competencies
Journal of Extension, 50(4). https://archives.joe.org/joe/2012august/rb1.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 14, 2021
2012 journal article
Landowners' knowledge, attitudes, and aspirations towards woody biomass markets in North Carolina
Journal of Extension (Online), 50(4). http://www.joe.org/joe/2012august/a9.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: July 10, 2019
2011 journal article
Effects of a behavior-based weight management program delivered through a state Cooperative Extension and local Public Health Department network, North Carolina, 2008-2009
Preventing Chronic Disease, 8(4), A81. http://www.cdc.gov/pcd/issues/2011/jul/10_0160.htm
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 14, 2021
2010 journal article
Agrosecurity awareness curriculum design, delivery and evaluation with first responders to agricultural and food emergencies
Food Protection Trends, 30(6), 340–345.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 14, 2021
2010 journal article
Evaluating a New and Aspiring County Extension Director Leadership Education Program
Journal of Leadership Education, 9(1), 17–35.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 27, 2019
2010 journal article
Factors Affecting the Global Mindedness of Extension Agents: Implications for Building Global Awareness of Extension Agents
Journal of International Agricultural and Extension Education, 17(1), 59–67.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 27, 2019
2010 journal article
Identifying Confidence Levels and Instructional Strategies of High School Agricultural Education Teachers When Working with Students with Special Needs
Journal of Agricultural Education, 51(2), 90–101.
Contributors: K. Stair, G. Moore, B. Wilson, D. Croom & K. Jayaratne
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries, ORCID
Added: June 15, 2019
2010 journal article
Practical application of aspiration as an outcome indicator in Extension evaluation
Journal of Extension, 48(2). https://archives.joe.org/joe/2010april/tt1.php
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: August 14, 2021
2009 journal article
Challenges, alternatives, and educational strategies in reaching limited income audiences
Journal of Extension, 47(6).
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2009 chapter
Evaluation Research: Methodologies for Evaluation of IPM Programs
In Integrated Pest Management: Dissemination and Impact (pp. 31–78).
TL;DR:
The purpose of this chapter is to provide basic knowledge to the personnel involved in the evaluation about concept and purpose of evaluation, and appropriate research methods for conducting IPM evaluation studies.
(via Semantic Scholar)
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 27, 2019
2009 journal article
Impact evaluation of food safety self-study extension programs: Do changes in knowledge relate to changes in behavior of program participants?
Journal of Extension, 47(3).
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2009 journal article
Impact evaluation of integrated Extension programs: Lessons learned from the community gardening program
Journal of Extension, 47(3).
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2008 journal article
A user-friendly evaluation resource kit for Extension Agents delivering financial education programs
Journal of Extension, 46(1).
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2008 journal article
Financial education and program evaluation for Extension professionals: From research to practical application
Journal of the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 3, 29–35.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2007 journal article
A practical tool for the evaluation of extension programs presented to older adults
Journal of Extension, 45(6).
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2007 magazine article
How to become an effective consumer of research in agricultural education?
The Agricultural Education Magazine, 79(5), 10–12.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2006 journal article
Are We Making the Grade? A National Overview of Financial Education and Program Evaluation
Journal of Consumer Affairs, 40(2), 208–235.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: July 27, 2019
2006 book
Financial Education Program Evaluation Manual
Denver, CO: National Endowment for Financial Education.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2005 journal article
A simple method to evaluate series- type Extension programs
Journal of Extension, 43(2).
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
2005 journal article
Walk-A-Weigh fights obesity: Impact evaluation of a nutrition and exercise program
Research Journal of Extension Family and Consumer Sciences, 5–8.
Source: NC State University Libraries
Added: March 19, 2022
1998 journal article
Effects Of Restructuring On The Job Performance Of Extension Educators: Implications For In-Service Training
Journal of Agricultural Education, 39(4), 45–52.
Sources: Crossref, NC State University Libraries
Added: June 15, 2019
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