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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.

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UC ANR academics specialize in research and control of Asian citrus psyllid and citrus greening disease (also known as huanglongbing).

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