Thinking Globally About Universities and Extension: The Convergence of University-Based and Centralized Extension Systems in China

The U.S. university-based extension system model has been successful nationally, but not adopted globally. Various historical factors rendered the a less attractive option for emerging post-WWII nations. However, current changes in education and landscapes are creating new opportunities globalization of Extension. Specifically, both Chinese systems now face common challenge delivering meaningful under shifting conditions. This commonality creates exploring long-term, synergistic potentially achieving associated benefits worldwide.