Development and Validation of an Empirical Instrument to Measure Organizational and Institutional Functioning Capacity Within International Extension Networks

International extension networks provide vital services to stakeholders using a variety of organizational structures. To continue offering desired by stakeholders, it is important that both public and private develop effective functioning capacities. Despite this need, an instrument empirically examine the perceived capacities international network institutional was unavailable in literature. The present study developed validated Extension Network Organizational Functioning (IENOF) scale. Scale development included validation content, response process, internal structure, consequential utility. Structural analysis indicated 21-items loaded on four factors, including: structure relevance, management activities, strategy guidance, leadership. results indicate IENOF may empirical functioning. Furthermore, provides insights into nuance unique characteristics associated with organizations. Replication studies further statistical analyses are recommended nature outcome variables interest. From practical perspective be considered as input theory co-innovation aid fostering culture innovation. Utilizing inform should better enable programming meet needs stakeholders.