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Learning Styles
Print learners Auditory learners Tactile learners Visual learners Kinesthetic learners Interactive learners Independent learners Observational learners
Experiential Learning Model
4-H Skillathons
Are participant centered Involve "do, reflect, and apply" The learning is facilitated The process is facilitated Realistic tasks are expected Praise and recognition for learners is
incorporated
Criteria for 4-H Youth Development Programming
A 4-H club: enrolls at least 5 members from at least 3
families conducts a minimum of 6 regular club
meetings per year, supplemented by other activities
meeting typically includes a time for a business and educational program and for social/recreational interaction.
A 4-H club Typically elects officers or youth leaders meets in any location (homes, military base,
schools, libraries, etc.) adapts to and supports mobility of youth and
parents, linking them to 4-H programs in other counties and states.
meets interests and needs of youth is advised by screened/trained adult staff or
volunteers
Criteria for 4-H Youth Development Programming
Criteria for 4-H Youth Development Programming
A 4-H club: includes opportunities to learn and apply
skills such as leadership, citizenship, community service and public speaking
provides individual project experiences in science, engineering and technology, citizenship and healthy living
provides programs, curricula and procedures based in research, which are developmentally appropriate
A 4-H club: provides members and volunteers access to
resources of land-grant universities and to county, state and national 4-H opportunities
uses experiential learning as a primary teaching approach
fosters youth-adult partnerships that encourage active involvement and participation by youth and adults
Criteria for 4-H Youth Development Programming
Criteria for 4-H Youth Development Programming
A 4-H club: provides safe and healthy physical and
emotional environments
Typical Policies of 4-H Clubs
A set number of members with completed enrollment papers.
Club is organized with youth officers. One or more appointed and trained club
leaders. An official club name is chosen. Club rules are established.
Typical Policies (cont'd)
At least 6 regular meetings plus project meetings are scheduled.
A written educational plan for the club program is on file at county 4-H Office.
A copy of the club enrollment is kept on file with the county 4-H Office.
Enrollment Policies for 4-H Members
Enrollment of members, volunteers and leaders is required each year and is done through the county 4-H Office.
New members joining throughout the year must submit enrollment papers immediately to county 4-H Office.
Other forms such as code of conduct may also be submitted each year.
Enrollment Policies of 4-H members (cont'd)
Eligibility for competition and some project involvement are determined by birth date or grade in school.
Contact your county 4-H agent for specific policies in your state.
Enrollment Policies for Volunteers
Volunteers must also complete enrollment forms each year.
Screening and training prior to serving as 4-H leaders are usually required.
Position descriptions are provided for volunteer leaders.
Fiscal Policies for 4-H Clubs
4-H clubs do not pay taxes on income generated by the club.
Some states have membership dues to cover insurance or other specific costs.
Liability and accident insurance varies in each state. Contact your county 4-H agent for information about insurance coverage in your state.
Reporting Policies of 4-H Clubs
County 4-H programs report data through their states to National 4-H Headquarters at USDA. Includes demographic summary of
members and volunteers Number of clubs in the county Information about the 4-H programs
Nine Steps for Establishing a 4-H Club
Step 1 -- Contact the county 4-H Agent
Step 2 -- Attend local 4-H volunteer/leader training
Step 3 -- Obtain county and state 4-H policies and guidelines
Nine steps (cont'd)
Step 4 -- Assess youth, parent and community needs and interests
Step 5 -- Recruit potential club members
Step 6 -- Conduct an organizational meeting
Nine steps (cont'd)
Step 7 -- Recruit project leader(s) and distribute curricula
Step 8 -- Complete and submit enrollment and other appropriate reports
Step 9 -- Assist with club rules or by-law preparation
High-context Youth Development
Experiences in which young people and adults have close connections over a long period of time.
Step 1Identify Specific Life Skills
Examples of life skills developed through 4-H club meetings:
leadershipcommunication decision makingproblem solvingteamworkcooperationaccepting differences
Step 2Involve Youth and Leaders
Club meetings should be planned and conducted by youth members.
Youth-run meetings attract more young people to the club and keep everyone involved.
Step 3Plan for Balance and Variety
Rule of thumb for 90-minute meeting:Business meeting 15 minutes
Educational program 30-45 minutes
Recreation, social 30 minutes
Guiding Principles:The Essential Elements of 4-H
BelongingA positive relationship with
a caring adultAn inclusive environmentA safe environment
MasteryEngagement in learningLearn new skills
IndependenceOpportunity to see oneself
as an active participant in the future
Opportunity for self-determination
GenerosityOpportunity to value and
practice service for others
A Yearly Plan
Clearly states the agreed upon club goals.
Informs everyone on what to expect as members.
Outlines each persons' responsibilities.
Gives everyone time to prepare for meetings and events.
A Yearly Plan (cont'd)
Promotes a balanced experience with a variety of activities.
Helps the group measure how successful they were in reaching their goals.
Constructing a Yearly Plan
1. Determine interests, needs and desires of all club members.
2. Next, put those suggestions into a plan.
Ideas for Gathering Information
Idea box
Wall parking lot or sticky board
Web-based survey
Roll call survey
4-H is for you! The activities that your club plans for the year should be the things the members of your club want to do. By completing the sentences in each leaf of the clover you will help your club plan the coming year’s activities.
Clover Survey
I am curious about…
We could help our community by…
My hobbies are…
Just for fun we could…
Setting Goals For Your 4-H Club
Good goals: Reflect interests of the club. Target life skills. Are stated clearly. Are realistic, achievable and measurable. Fit within the developmental capabilities of
members. Promote cooperation, learning and skill development. Provide individual and group achievement incentives.
Examples of 4-H Club Goals
25% of club members will exhibit computer projects in the county fair.
Our club will participate in two community service projects during the coming year.
Our club will recruit at least three new members during the coming year.
Club Goals (cont'd)
Our club will offer healthy snack options at every meeting during the coming year.
Our club will attend one city council meeting during the coming year.
A Typical 4-H Program Plan
Includes: Meetings on a fixed day every month. Educational trips or presentations by
special guests. Recreational activities. Special events such as holiday parties. Community service projects. Project work.
A Typical 4-H Program Plan (cont'd)
Includes: Opportunities for member presentations. One club recognition activity. One 4-H promotional activity. One meeting to plan the program for the
following year.
Marketing to Youth
Youth today get information from the digital world. When marketing to young people, especially teens, remember:
Youth pay more attention to digital marketing than traditional forms of marketing.
Use technology that youth use such as PodCasts, Facebook and YouTube.
Advertisements can be produced at minimal cost and posted to YouTube, while PodCasts can be made available on websites.
Sites such as Facebook can be used to create virtual groups and clubs for dissemination of information.
All of these marketing techniques can be developed and managed by teen technology clubs.
Guide to Creating Your 4-H Marketing Plan
1. What experiences can 4-H provide to your age group that they would see as a benefit?
2. What are some special events and activities that 4-H is involved with that appeal to your audience?
3. What are some strategies you could use to let your audience know about 4-H and your club?
Your Club’s Marketing Strategy
• List 3 things your club will do to attract members
• How will this be accomplished?
• Who will be responsible?
Transitioning Youth to New 4-H Communities
4-H agents can provide contact information for all state 4-H offices.
4-H agents can make phone calls to help the transitioning member.
4-H agents can provide other youth development professionals information to help transition youth to new communities.
Transitioning Youth to New 4-H Communities
4-H club leaders can assist youth who are moving by helping get all their 4-H records and paperwork in order.
4-H club leaders can assist new 4-H members by making sure members have all the information they need to be successful in their new club.
Reasons Why People Volunteer
To help their families To work with youth To learn new skills To help the community To meet and get to know people in
the community
Reasons Why People Volunteer
To develop leadership skills
To use personal skills and knowledge
To learn more about community efforts and activities
Club Leader Role
Supports youth by providing encouragement, ideas and learning opportunities
Recruits other volunteers and parents to assist with project and club activities
Club Leader Role
Links the club to the county 4-H program by keeping communication open between the club and local 4-H agent
Makes sure that 4-H clubs contribute to and make use of community resources
Project Leader Role
Creates positive learning environment where needs of all youth are met
Provides experiences that teach the subject matter using experiential learning methods
Provides opportunities to develop life skills
Helps youth set realistic goals for projects and helps reach those goals
Skills and Attitudes of Volunteers
An understanding of youth development principles
Shares age-appropriate responsibilities with youth
Has high expectations and holds youth accountable
Recognizes the accomplishments of youth
Skills and Attitudes of Volunteers
Fair, objective, honest and sincere
Facilitates teamwork
Develops leadership skills of youth
Supporting and Recognizing Volunteers
Maintain contact with volunteers (internet, personal contact, phone)
Develop clearly focused agendas for volunteer meetings
Handle conflicts immediately Encouragement and recognition are
essential
Volunteer Recognition Ideas
1. Publicly thank volunteers. Write a news release for local paper highlighting their contributions.
2. Ask for volunteers' input into programs, events, workshops.
3. Invite volunteers to participate in staff meetings and conferences.
Volunteer Recognition Ideas
4. Ask a volunteer to speak on behalf of the 4-H program to an outside agency.
5. Promote a volunteer to a higher level of responsibilities.
6. Write a letter of reference.7. Nominate volunteers for community,
state or national awards.
Volunteer Recognition Ideas
8. Encourage youth to send thank-you notes.
9. Feature volunteers in print or media promotional publications.
10. Provide recognition tokens such as plaques, certificates, pins.
Volunteer Recognition Ideas
11. Offer perks such as free admission, parking, reserved seating, etc.
12. Have a Volunteer of the Month Award.
13. Host a banquet, luncheon, party or reception in the volunteers' honor.
Characteristics of Recognition
Recognition is a basic human need. Recognition must be designed to
build self-esteem. A balance between intangible and
tangible recognition is essential. Adult support is essential. All 4-H members need to experience
recognition for their efforts.
Characteristics of Recognition
Recognition is more meaningful when it occurs soon after it is earned.
Appropriate recognition for individual 4-H'ers varies with stage of development, past experiences, family lifestyle, community and cultural heritage.
Characteristics of Recognition
Opportunities for self-assessment and reflection within the recognition process allow for youth to learn and grow.
5 Types of Recognition
1. Participating in educational experiences.
2. Progress toward self-set goals.3. Achieving standards of excellence.4. Peer competition.5. Excellence in cooperation.
Participation Recognition
Recognizes attending, participating and successfully completing an activity.
Can take the form of a name in the paper, t-shirt, participation ribbon, etc.
Progress Toward Self-Set Goals Recognition
Not limited to the outcome at the end of the project and is useful when several steps are involved in reaching a goal. This form of recognition: Can be used with all ages Requires that goals must be realistic and
reachable Progress is evaluated by youth and adults Progress is measured using young person's
own goals and plans
Achievement of Standards Recognition Recognizing accomplishments as they compare
to pre-determined standards. Key elements are: Standard used to measure success is an
outside source Adults must assure standards are clearly
defined and youth are well informed Involves a judging system. 4-H uses a
ribbon placement system The standard measures quality of work and
is not a comparison to others
Peer Competition Recognition
Comparison to peers can negatively influence younger members' self-perception
Desire to win may overpower desire to learn. Help youth remain focused on the experience rather than the competition.
Rules and procedures must be clear.
Peer Competition Recognition
Negative stress, conflict, etc., can be reduced by assuring everyone understands expectations.
Adults must remember that this form of recognition is designed to promote the development of youth rather than the success of their program.
Competition should be optional. It does not motivate ALL youth.
Excellence in Cooperation Recognition
Key components: Involves all youth in the group Is measured against mutually agreed
upon goals and supports looking at a variety of ideas
Ultimate goal is not recognition Everyone is recognized