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ERIC Number: EJ604420
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2000-Apr
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Oregon Extension Volunteers: Partners in Action.
Braker, Marjorie J.; Leno, Janice R.; Pratt, Clara C.; Grobe, Deana
Journal of Extension, v38 n2 Apr 2000
Survey responses from 969 (of 2,552) Oregon Extension volunteers revealed personal benefits, including gains in knowledge, self-confidence, and interpersonal relationships. Community benefits were noted by more than one third. A few noted economic benefits (increased job skills and useful contacts). The costs of volunteering were perceived as low and centered on time demands. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Extension Education, Participant Satisfaction, Rewards, Volunteers
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Oregon
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