Oldham County CES

Title:

Engaging in discovery, exploration , and understanding in science, engineering and technology

MAP:

Science, Engineering, and Technology

Agents Involved:

Kelly Woods, Traci Missun

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

4-H Science, Engineering, and Technology Core Curriculum

MAJOR PROGRAM 2:

Master Gardener

Situation:

Youth will learn scientific research techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that positively address science, engineering and technology issues in Kentucky and globally. Through the Land Grant University and Extension system, 4-H can expand its impact and extend its reach in science, engineering and technology (4-H SET) by providing opportunities for hands-on scientific learning and discovery in 4-H clubs.

Long-Term Outcomes:

Youth will utilize the scientific method to solve problems in their daily life.

Master Gardener volunteers will educate others about using research-based science to make decisions about agriculture and food production.  

Intermediate Outcomes:

Youth will demonstrate and share new abilities in science, engineering and technology with others.

Master Gardeners will demonstrate understanding of the scientific method for testing theories and arriving at conclusions.

Initial Outcomes:

Youth will increase interest and engagement in 4-H science, engineering and technology. Youth learn new skills in 4-H science, engineering and technology programs.

Master Gardeners will increase understanding of scientific methods used in agriculture research.

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Learning Opportunities:

Audience: 4th Grade 4-H members

Project or Activity: Eco Bots

Content or Curriculum: National 4-H Science Curriculum,

Inputs: CES Staff, OC Schools, District Board funding

Date: Fall 2019

Audience: 5th Grade 4-H Members

Project or Activity: Engineering Design, Knex Cars

Content or Curriculum: Junk Drawer Robotics

Inputs: CES Staff, OC Schools, District Board funding

Date: Fall 2019

Audience: 4th Grade 4-H Members

Project or Activity: Motion Commotion

Content or Curriculum: National 4-H Science Experiment

Inputs: CES Staff, OC Schools, District Board funding

Date: Spring 2020

Audience: 4th Grade 4-H Members

Project or Activity: Electrical Circuits

Content or Curriculum: Investigating Electricity

Inputs: CES Staff, OC Schools, District Board funding, Electrical Kits

Date: Spring 2020

Audience: 5th Grade 4-H Members

Project or Activity:  DNA Extraction

Content or Curriculum:  Science Sleuths

Inputs: CES Staff, OC Schools, District Board Funding

Date:  Spring 2020

Audience: Master Gardeners

Project or Activity: Research Methodology program

Content or Curriculum: Develop curriculum with UK Specialists

Inputs: Agriculture Agent, UK Specialist

Date: Winter 2020