Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-2009
Journal Title
Journal of Extension
Volume
47
Issue
2
First Page
1
Last Page
5
Abstract
New initiatives centered on science, engineering, and technology (SET) in 4-H may be moving away from the long-established adult volunteer delivery model. This shift in delivery may be due to a lack of availability of adult volunteers who possess the necessary SET competencies to effectively lead 4-H clubs. One way to offset this trend may be to blend traditional face-to-face training with continuous training efforts that include asynchronous on-line training modules, synchronous Web-based meetings, and self-directed learning. This new 4-H SET Volunteer Competencies Training Model is being tested in the Nebraska 4-H Robotics and GPS/GIS program.
Recommended Citation
Barker, Bradley S.; Grandgenett, Neal; and Nugent, Gwen, "A New Model of 4-H Volunteer Development in Science, Engineering, and Technology Programs" (2009). Teacher Education Faculty Publications. 38.
https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/tedfacpub/38
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Comments
Barker, B., Grandgenett, N. & Nugent, G. (2009). A new model of 4-H volunteer development in science, engineering, and technology programs. Journal of Extension. [On-line], 47(2) Article 2IAW4. Available at http://www.joe.org/joe/2009april/iw4.php. Copyright © Extension Journal, Inc., 2009. Used by permission.