A comparative analysis of Senegalese farm schools: unveiling effective practices for agroecology training
This paper assesses the value of agroecological farm schools by analyzing 4 Senegalese cases. Pedagogical quality is measured by: (1) feedback from former learners, (2) acquisition of fundamental knowledge, and (3) professionalization. Beyond globally positive opinions about training, our results show that farm schools display distinct performances. Developing a systemic perspective is not an easy task, but having trainers with more advanced agroecological expertise is an asset. Effective training builds on active pedagogy. Post-training business establishment is facilitated when farm schools create networks in agroecology and/or offer a consequent starter kit. Farm schools could thus contribute to agroecological transitions.
Title of publication: Agroecology and Sustainable Food Systems
Volume: 48, 2024
Issue: 07
Auteur: Mireille De Graeuwe
Autres autheurs: Kevin Maréchal
Année: 2024
Pays: Senegal
Couverture géographique: Afrique
Type: Article
Texte intégral disponible à l'adresse: https://doi.org/10.1080/21683565.2024.2344716
Langue: English