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Exciting News We're reviving the Technology in Extension Education (TEE) subgroup! Subgroup History The Technology in Extension Education (TEE) Connect subgroup launched early in the pandemic. Content was curated by Rose Hayden-Smith, University of California Extension emerita, as part of her NTAE technology fellowship with the Extension Foundation. (Rose will again be taking the lead and curating content for the group.) This subgroup was very active during the pandemic. We used this space...

Hi @Kristen Jowers you can also promote this training in the subgroup- https://connect.extension.org/...-extension-education This is a place for Extension professionals to discuss technology use in their work and right now there is an emphasis in the subgroup to discuss and share best practices, tips and resources on using AI in Extension work!

@MelaniePugsley thanks, got it posted to the subgroup!

AI Basics for Extension: Intro to Using AI June 1st, 2023 2:00 - 3:30 PM ET Register Here If you are new you new to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and wondering how it can enhance your work? Intrigued by the buzz of AI but don't know where to start? This special session for Extension Professionals will explore the basics of Artificial Intelligence and its potential use in Extension work. This engaging and informative session is a great opportunity to learn about the potential of AI, whether...

Hey Angela - yes, it will be available in our Video Resource Library here in Connect Extension, usually within 72 hours of the event completion.

Hi, I have a schedule conflict. Will this training be available in the library after-the-fact? Thank you

In this special session for Extension Professionals, we delved into the basics of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its potential applications in Extension work. It was a valuable opportunity to explore AI's potential with our colleagues and the information caters to individuals at all levels of familiarity with AI. During the webinar, we discussed what AI is and how it works, examples of how AI can be used in Extension, and provided guidance on creating effective prompts. There was also...

Cooperative Extension implements community-driven impactful programming across the system. To showcase these programs, the Extension Foundation hosts a monthly series called Program Center Stage , which invites Extension teams from diverse areas to spotlight their programs and project methods, strategies, and impacts. This series serves as a platform for Extension professionals and partners to connect with these programs, gain insights and explore opportunities for collaboration or program...

Since launching in November 2022, ChatGPT has become the fastest technology tool to reach 100 million users…ever. Some are calling it “the next transformational platform.” Extension Educators may field questions about ChatGPT or consider its use in their work. Below are five key things to know about this ground-breaking artificial intelligence (AI) tool: ChatGPT Description - ChatGPT is “a very smart text-based robot” that can answer questions and have conversations with users. GPT stands...

This work is supported by funding from a cooperative agreement with USDA-NIFA and in partnership with Oklahoma State University, New Technologies for Ag Extension, grant no 2020-41595-30123. ExtensionBot is a chatbot that is built and deployed by the Extension Foundation. We are working closely with Eduworks Corporation on the development and deployment of the technology. ExtensionBot is backed by an LLM (Large Language Model) that is trained exclusively on data provided by Cooperative...

Is there a way I can add a friend to this event? She's a social worker with a specialty focusing on seniors. I sent her the link, but it doesn't allow her to click Yes.

Extension Foundation is hosting a monthly workshop series for Extension professionals called "Upskilling Fundraising, Grant & Partnership Development." Led by Nate Birt of Silver Maple Strategies, this series equips participants with tools and knowledge for success in the evolving grant making world and provides you with support to advance your projects and programs! This month's session is on the topic of "Ethical AI Utilization." June 20th: Explore ethical approaches to leveraging...

ICYMI: The Extension Foundation hosted "Upskilling Fundraising, Grant & Partnership Development for Extension Professionals," a monthly interactive series led by Nate Birt. Each session provided valuable tools and insights designed to help Extension professionals navigate the evolving world of grantmaking. Participants gained new strategies, tools and resources for streamlining their grant processes, improving efficiency and discovering innovative ways to enhance their work. We extend a...

The Extension Foundation’s work in technology is supported by a New Technologies in Agriculture (NTAE) Grant from the United States Department of Agriculture, National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA NIFA) (funding opportunity USDA-NIFA-OP-010186, award number 2023-41595-41325), in partnership with the University of New Hampshire. This grant enabled the Foundation to deliver a dedicated Artificial Intelligence (AI) track at the 2024 National Extension Technology Conference (NETC)—an...

The Farm Robotics Challenge, organized by UC Agriculture and Natural Resources and the AI Institute for Next Generation Food Systems , with support from technology partners farm-ng and IGIS , is an annual competition for college level student teams. The objective is for teams is to identify and solve real-world agricultural challenges using cutting-edge robotics technology. They are launching year 3 of the Farm Robotics Challenge – an annual competition for 2-year and 4-year college and...