Title: 4H: Addressing Americas Critical Need in Science, Engineering
14-H Addressing Americas Critical Need in
Science, Engineering Technology
24-H 100 Years Cutting-Edge Practical
Science Hands-On Exploration Linked to
University Research Connected to Social Skill
Development
3 At present America faces a significant
challenge.
At present America faces a significant
challenge. Young people are not prepared with
the necessary science, engineering, technology
and workforce skills for the 21st century.
4 4-H is in a unique position to help 5.9
Million youth Multiple delivery
modes Experiential science model Willing
university educators
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7 Goal 1 million new youth in Science,
Engineering Technology by 2013
8 Objective Increase science, engineering and
technology knowledge, skills competencies Strat
egy Provide opportunities for hands-on scientific
learning and discovery in 4-H clubs
94-H Mission Mandates
- Identified by National 4-H Headquarters and
aligned with efforts of USDA, CSREES LGUs - Clearly articulate program priorities
- Provide a framework to organize and focus program
development, management, and evaluation and - Leads to stronger and more effective youth
programs, staff and volunteer development,
evaluation, and financial human resource
support.
10SET Guiding Principles
- Programs in the context of positive youth
development - Mastery, Independence, Belonging, Generosity
- Programs are based on National Standards
- National Science Education Standards content
and abilities/behaviors - 4-H SET involves Youth/Adult Partnerships
- 4-H SET is delivered in a variety of settings and
locations and involves diverse audiences
11 How do we address 4-H SET as a system?
- Professional Development
- Competencies
- Intentional Facilitation Strategies
- Community-Based Implementation
- Curriculum
- Rubric - guidelines
- Intentional Learning Opportunities
- Land Grant Development
- Evaluation
- Begin with the End in Mind- Logic Model
- Start where you are in your programming
- Be Outcome based
- Professional Development
- Competencies
- Intentional Facilitation Strategies
- Community-Based Implementation
- Curriculum
- Rubric - guidelines
- Intentional Learning Opportunities
- Land Grant Development
- Evaluation
- Begin with the End in Mind- Logic Model
- Start where you are in your programming
- Be Outcome based
124-H Science, Engineering TechnologyCurriculum
- Curriculum and Support Materials Released
- The Power of Wind Filmmaking Studio
- 8 Vodcasts 20 Afterschool /Home
- Curriculum In Development
- Exploring Your Environment
- Butterfly Wings
- Engineering for Sustainability
- Theres No New Water
- Teaming with Insects
- Climate Change
13Revised PD from Pam will go here
14Eval from Jill will go here
15Partnerships
- National/Federal level partnerships are intended
to assist state and county professionals. - Examples of current partnerships
- Lemelson-MIT
- National Association of Rocketry
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
16Initiatives on the Horizon
- Addressing overall water challenges in the
U.S. - Revised robotics and rocketry curricula and
learning resources - Renewed focus on animal and plant sciences
- Expanding 4-H SET in urban areas.
174-H SET in Urban CommunitiesThree Year Plan
18Urban Communities Survey
- Demographics
- Interest in Project
- Delivery Modes
- Curricular Areas
- Programming Descriptions
- Keys to Success
- Strongest Needs
19Respondents (139)
- 139 respondents (local 4-H professionals working
in a community of 50,000 or more)
20Population of Cities (139)
21Summary from Survey
- Significant interest in pilot programs, urban
committee, and mentoring opportunities. - 2/3 4-H Afterschool, ½ summer day camps, 1/5
campus-based - Nearly 40 or more in energy, robotics, digital
filmmaking/photo., GPS/GIS, and engineering. - Partnerships are overwhelmingly seen as key to
successful urban 4-H SET programs. - Hands-on, experiential, relevant, and engaging
programming is seen as key to success.
22Why Youth Filmmaking?
- Curriculum that combines science with leadership
and civic engagement. - From 4-H SET in Urban Communities Survey
Strongest Needs - 4-H Filmmaking Studio.
- 40 survey respondents currently programming in
filmmaking and/or photography. - Potential for Teens as Teachers.
- Sharing, program celebration, and recognition.
23For more information
- Visit http//sites.google.com/site/4hsetonline/Ho
me - Under Resource Documents
- 4-H SET in Urban Communities (PDF)
24 4-H SET A Foundation for the Future