Developing Original Clemson University Online EFNEP Adult Lessons

January 28, 2022

Creating “Tasy-Style” recipe video – Vegetable Rainbow Wraps

Marlyne R. Walker, MS, RD
EFNEP Curriculum Coordinator/EFNEP Specialist

Studies have implied that individuals are not always practicable to attend EFNEP and nutrition classes. Transportation, childcare, and fluctuating work schedules have made regular attendance difficult for many. In addition, COVID-19 has created a whole new set of obstacles. It is imperative to offer nutrition education programs online to combat these barriers associated with traditional face-to-face classes, expand outreach and increase program graduation numbers. Clemson University’s Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program will deliver online EFNEP adult make-up lessons made possible with increases in Internet access and mobile devices in areas of limited resources.

Marlyne R. Walker, the EFNEP Instructional Designer, and the EFNEP State Director are developing and recording videos for the online lessons: a series of 9 lessons called The Dish: Nutrition Bite-Sized Lessons. These lessons will consist of multiple, evidence-based mini-videos addressing behavior change appropriate for EFNEP’s target audience. Each class will address the EFNEP core areas and feature a quick, easy recipe and a physical activity to promote more movement.