Wayne County CES

Title:

Discovery and Exploration of Science Engineering and Technology

MAP:

Science, Engineering and Technology

Agents Involved:

T. Humble, 4-H PA Sherry Coffey

MAJOR PROGRAM 1:

Science, Engineering, and Technology

Situation:

Youth will learn research techniques, responsible practices and innovative technologies that positively address all core areas of 4-H. Through the Land Grant University and Extension system, 4-H can expand its impact and extend its reach in 4-H by providing opportunities for hands-on scientific learning and discovery in 4-H school enrichment school groups.  

Long-Term Outcomes:

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

-Youth will utilize the scientific method in decision in making. 

Intermediate Outcomes:

-Youth will use and apply the skills gained from 4-H discovery 

-Youth will demonstrate and share new abilities  

-Teens will mentor younger 4-H’ers  

Initial Outcomes:

-Youth will increase interest and engagement in 4-H 

-Youth will learn new skills  

-Youth will be Introduced careers 

-Teens will participate in 4-H programs to acquire new skills 

Evaluation:

Initial Outcome: Youth will learn new skills in SET

Indicator: Number of youth who use knowledge and skills from SET and participate in more SET activities

Method: Evaluation

Timeline: July 2016 - June 2020

Intermediate Outcome: Youth can independently apply SET skills learned in a classroom setting

Indicator: Number of youth who follow scientific methods when making decisions will increase

Method: Evaluation

Timeline: July 2016 - June 2020

Long-term Outcome: Youth will utilize the scientific method when problem solving

Indicator: Knowledge gained in decision making skills

Method: Evaluation

Timeline: July 2016 - June 2020

Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Youth grades 3 - 12, volunteers, teens, 

Project or Activity: KY 4-H counties conduct non-formal education learning activities for youth and volunteers in afterschool, enrichment, 4-H clubs and day and summer camp workshops, KY 4-H agents provide opportunities to practice learned skills through 4-H programs, KY counties teach youth about opportunities in science, engineering and technology related to careers. Trained staff, volunteers, and youth support 4-H programs, Local 4-H clubs develop partnerships with organizations, collaborations, more county programs support clubs (in-school and afterschool) 

Content or Curriculum: Acres of Adventure, Cooking 101 Series, Project Learning Tree, Project Wet, Project Wild, National Youth Science Day projects, Communications and Expressive Arts 

Inputs: KY 4-H Foundation supports county programs through grants, Counties apply for grants for software, materials, State staff and county employees trains volunteers and other county staff in  programming efforts, KY 4-H build alliances with schools, organizations and businesses