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4-H Program Planning
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Learning
Objectives:
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- To develop skill in
planning 4-H Activities
- To gain an understanding
of Dr. Boone’s Programming Model.
- To gain an understanding
of Rosemary S. Caffarella’s program planning model “An Interactive
Model of Program Planning”.
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The
Main Lesson:
Read these articles
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- An overview of 4-H program planning, including a list
of six easy steps to following when planning a 4-H program can be found
here.
- The Cooperative Extension Service employs a multitude
of delivery methods in its educational programming. Agents should
keep this in mind when designing a new program and use different
delivery methods to tailor the program to the specific needs of the
program participants. A thorough list and explanation of
different delivery methods can be found here.
Keep these in mind and try to use several of them in your term project.
- Have a look at some great examples of program plans from
Illinois 4-H. These plans include well-researched, essential
information, such as statistics proving a need for the program, and
solid program objectives and outcomes.
- The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 requires
that all public services and government-funded organizations provide
accommodations for people with disabilities so that they have full
access to programming and services. This should be a serious
consideration in planning 4-H programs. Read the following
articles on accommodating youth with disabilities in 4-H programs for
some helpful examples and tips on making programs that are accessible
for all.
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Weekly
Assignment
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- Your term project involves developing a program plan,
so use this week to work on your project. The resources in this
lesson provide valuable guidance and tips for planning your
program. Please address any questions you have about program
planning or the term project to the professor this week.
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PowerPoint
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