Definition of development, Theories and principles of rural development. Description and characteristics of rural areas. Problems and constraints facing rural development. The different types of Agricultural Program Development (Developmental program, Institutional program and Informational program). Concept of involvement (participation)in agricultural program development. Different methods to increase involvement of farmers in agricultural program development. Concept of evaluation. Program characteristics to be evaluated. Diffusion and Adoption of agricultural innovations, Definition of the diffusion process. The main characteristics of Innovations that affect its adoption. Hetrophily and diffusion. Roles of change agents and opinion leaders in the diffusion process. Innovativeness and adopter categories. Rural Development in Developing Countries. Rural Development in Jordan (strategies, objectives & experiences).
