Gallatin County CES

Title:

4-H SET

MAP:

Youth Development

Agents Involved:

Stewart

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

Science, Engineering, and Technology

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.

Youth will choose a career path in science, engineering or technology subject matter.

Youth will utilize the scientific method in decision making.

Intermediate Outcomes:

Youth will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H science, engineering and technology.

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

Youth will practice scientific methods learned in 4-H SET clubs.

Teens will mentor younger 4-H'ers in science, engineering and technology.

Initial Outcomes:

Youth will increase interest and engagement in science, engineering and technology.

Youth will learn new skills in science, engineering and technology.

Youth will be introduced to careers in SET.

Teens will participate in science, engineering and technology 4-H programs to acquire new skills.

Evaluation:

Initial Outcome: Youth will increase interest in science, engineering and technology

Indicator: Youth will gain knowledge in vocabulary

Method: Observation, pre/post test

Timeline: school year 2023-2024

Intermediate Outcome: Youth will apply information gained from 4-H SET

Indicator: Youth will apply information gained from 4-H SET

Method: Observation, increased participation in SET projects

Timeline: school year 2023-2024

Long-term Outcome: Youth will utilize the scientific method to solve problems in their personal lives.

Indicator: Youth will utilize the scientific method to solve problems in their personal lives or on the job.

Method: observation, follow up phone calls or e-mail

Timeline: 2-3 years

Learning Opportunities:

Audience: 4th grade in-school clubs

Project or Activity: SET

Content or Curriculum: 4-H curriculum

Inputs: grants, teachers, public school, extension office

Date: school year 2023-2024

Audience: 4-H members

Project or Activity: Project days

Content or Curriculum: 4-H curriculum

Inputs: grants, extension office, electric company, volunteers

Date:  Summer 2024