Overview

This book covers Information Communication Technology applications in community education, IT enabled services, and government policies. It examines the transition from traditional to new media, knowledge management systems, and digital archiving and also includes: Comprehensive study of Information Communication Technology in community education contexts Detailed examination of IT Enabled Services and government policy frameworks Analysis of traditional media transition to new media platforms and technologies Practical guidance on knowledge management and digital archiving systems Technical instruction in multimedia concepts, digital audio, and videography The book also includes practical sections on multimedia concepts, digital audio, videography, web designing using HTML, and CSS for students and professionals in ICT and digital media fields. This title has been co-published with Elite Publishing House. Taylor & Francis does not sell or distribute the print edition in India.

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Reviews

The book ICT and New Media, authored by Ashutosh Sharma (Department of Agricultural Extension, Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, U.P., India) and Deepak Shrivastava (Department of Agricultural Extension, BTC CARS), is a timely and insightful contribution that captures the growing importance of digital tools in agricultural and rural development. The authors present the subject in a clear and well-structured manner, highlighting the importance of information and communication technologies (ICT) and new media platforms in revolutionizing the knowledge is shared and applied for disseminating technologies in the welfare of the stakeholders. The chapters of this volume cover important themes such as the role of ICT in agricultural extension, the potential of digital platforms for rural empowerrnent, and the transformative influence of new media on education and communication. Each section is logically arranged and supported with relevant examples, ensuring good continuity and clarity. The writing is concise and technically sound, very easy to accessible for students, researchers, and practitioners. The integration of theoretical frameworks with field-level applications makes the book especially relevant to presentday challenges. This work will be a valuable resource for academicians, researchers and postgraduate students in Agricultural Extension, Development Communication, and Social Sciences. It will also serve as knowledge hub for professionals, policymakers, and extension workers seeking to apply ICT and media innovations for sustainable development. Overall, the authors deserve appreciation for producing a well-organized and forward-looking volume that underscores the critical role of ICT and new media in shaping an informed and inclusive future to the students, researchers, and to tackle the extension activities for the betterment of farming community for prosperous future.

Author Information

Ashutosh Sharma is working as Assistant Professor and is actively involved in agricultural work at Rani Lakshmi Bai Central Agricultural University, Jhansi, India. He did B.Sc. (Ag.) and M.Sc. (Ag.) in agricultural extension from Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, Chhattisgarh, India and Ph.D. from Jawahar Lal Nehru Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India. He has published more than 15 research papers in national and International journals. He is also credited with three books and nine book chapters in his curriculum. He has also received various scientific honors in the field of agricultural extension including Young Scientist, scientist associate award, best young teacher award best agricultural extension worker award, etc. Deepak Shrivastava, Assistant Professor at BTC CARS, Bilaspur under IGKV Raipur, India specializes in Agricultural Extension with over 20 years of research and teaching experience. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. from JNKVV, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, India and a Ph.D. from Guru Ghasidas Central University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India. Dr. Shrivastava has contributed significantly to agricultural research with 10 published research papers, attended 20 conferences, and authored 10 Hindi articles. He has actively participated in 10 training programs and organized 20 training sessions, reflecting his dedication to capacity building. His extensive work includes KVK activities, farm research, and 15 radio talks aimed at disseminating agricultural knowledge. Dr. Shrivastava’s expertise bridges academic research and practical applications, making valuable contributions to agricultural development.

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