Extension Agent Attitudes Toward PENpages As A Computer-Based Information Service

Deborah L. Shaffer
Blannie E. Bowen

Computer technologies are changing the way that information is disseminated to Extension agents. Yet, few researchers have examined agents' use of on-line information systems and databases. Thus, survey methodology was used to determine agents' attitudes toward, use of, and training needs relative to an on-line system, Pennsylvania's PENpages. More than 80 percent of the agents used PENpages with weekly access being the norm. The major benefit of PENpages was perceived to be quick access to current information. Agents who did not use PENpages worked primarily with the EFNEP program and had not received training.
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