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A high quality curriculum is a coherent progression of educational experiences that addresses a societal issue or need. These experiences are organized sequentially such that concepts build on one another and connect to other content areas or real-world situations.
Vision A world where all youth enjoy STEM, recognize the intrinsic and practical value of STEM, are workforce ready, are civically engaged and scientifically literate, and able to harness the power of science as a tool to contribute to solving complex environmental, economic, and social issues.
National 4-H STEM Lab Fun, hands-on science activities for kids of all ages to do at home or virtually. Designed to instill curiosity and critical thinking. Helps youth develop skills to be successful in life.
We believe in the next generation of problem solvers and innovators. Imagine Science is a collaboration of leading national youth organizations formed to bridge the STEM gap by igniting the imaginations of historically under-represented youth.
4-H summer camps provide outdoor environmental education and positive youth development in a residential summer camp. 4-H summer camp enriches the lives of youth in a residential camp setting that focuses on social, physical, and emotional well-being.
Program sites are on-going cooperative ventures between your facility and the University of California Cooperative Extensions 4-H Youth Development Program.
Consult with experts in evaluation methodology to identify learning/development outcomes, appropriate instruments (quantitative and qualitative), and analysis techniques to successfully evaluate your youth development programming.
Advisor Update January 2018 - Asking Questions A critical component of the 4-H project leader role is drawing out young peoples ideas. Asking effective questions (or prompts) will help build their understanding and promote reasoning and critical thinking.
The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program has a unique role in youth development. The dual mission of 4-H is to engage youth in reaching their fullest potential while advancing the field of youth development. Each informs and supports the other.
