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Grace Kirkman, Ph.D. Extension Urban Specialist, Program Design P.O. Box 967 Normal, Alabama 35762 PHONE: (256) 372-4963 FAX: (256) 372-5840 e-mail: gkirkman@aces.edu

Education

• Ph.D., University of South Alabama
• M.S., The University of Alabama
• B.S., The University of Alabama

Job Summary

Provides leadership for the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of Extension educational programs in the areas of urban and new nontraditional programs. Provides support and leadership to Extension County Agents, specialists, and others in designing and developing effective programs and materials, focusing primarily on urban and new nontraditional programs based on assessment of clientele needs. Coordinates activities of the Urban Unit's Resource Center. Provides leadership for integrating technology into Extension programming in concert with sound instructional design principles; develops in-service training to support a systematic approach to designing and developing Extension programs; provides support for evaluating the training needs of both individuals and the System; initiates or collaborates on external funding; and cooperates with agencies, organizations, colleges, universities, volunteers and other partners in delivering educational programs and activities.

Professional Work Experience

• Urban Extension Specialist, Program Design-Alabama Cooperative Extension System
• County Agent/County Extension Agent-Alabama Cooperative Extension Service
  

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