International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Muhammad Fayek Saber, Maher Saleh Suleiman and Shadia Al-Amin Abbas

abstract
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of extension training for agricultural extension workers in the northern governorates of Iraq, while determining the effect of some personal, functional and social characteristics of the trainees on the levels of this effectiveness. The study was based on a questionnaire distributed to a sample of workers participating in the courses Training, where the data were statistically analyzed using one-way analysis of variance, t-tests, and LSD to determine differences between different categories of trainees. The results of the analysis showed that the level of effectiveness of guidance training in general is average, with deficiencies in some aspects of the training process, which indicates weakness Take full advantage of the courses. No significant difference appeared between the trainees according to the variables of age, gender, and social participation, which indicates that these variables do not significantly affect the trainees’ assessment of the effectiveness of the training. While it was found that there were significant differences between the trainees according to the variable of place of residence, where residents of rural areas showed greater interest and benefit than trainees in cities or districts. It was also shown that the length of job service, educational level, and the number of training courses in which the trainees participated are significantly related to the level of training effectiveness, which reflects the importance of taking these variables into consideration when selecting participants for training courses. Based on these results, the study concluded that it is necessary to pay attention to all aspects of the training process to achieve the desired goals. The importance of listening to the requirements and desires of trainees regarding participation and the content of training programs, with a focus on developing modern training methods and means. The study also recommended taking the variables that showed a significant impact into consideration when selecting course participants, to enhance training efficiency and achieve maximum benefit for agricultural extension workers.