A Model for Recruiting and Training Youth Development Volunteers in Urban Areas

A model for recruiting and training volunteers for 4-H Youth Development Programs in urban areas was designed and evaluated. Utilizing a formal course at a community college to recruit and train volunteers, the model was effective in developing and enhancing their skills. As part of their course requirements, volunteers applied their skills by implementing a science literacy program with elementary-age children in after-school settings. Their efforts were effective; participating children\u27s science process skills showed significant improvements. Academic and community service credit served as rewards for volunteers\u27 participation

Assessing Volunteers\u27 Needs and Interests to Inform Curriculum Development in 4-H

4-H volunteers have the knowledge and experience to benefit the Youth Development Program by helping inform curriculum development. To capitalize on this, researchers at the University of California, Davis, used focus group interviews and a statewide survey to identify curriculum and programmatic needs in 4-H Animal and Veterinary Science from the perspectives of 4-H volunteers. Survey results and a review of subsequent curriculum development projects that were informed by the outcome data are discussed

Sheep - From the Animal's Point of View Complete (Parts 1 through 5)

The Sheep - From the Animal's Point of View Series is a 4-H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of sheep care. This download is an Adobe Acrobat Portfolio that includes the entire series, parts 1 through 5

Youth Development through Veterinary Science Complete (Parts 1 through 11)

The Youth Development through Veterinary Science Series is a 4H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of veterinary science. This download includes the entire series, parts 1 through 11

Youth Development through Veterinary Science, 10: Is Your Horse Healthy?

Part 10 of the Youth Development through Veterinary Science Series, a 4H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of veterinary science

Youth Development through Veterinary Science, 11: Is Your Snake Sick?

Part 11 of the Youth Development through Veterinary Science Series, a 4H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of veterinary science

Youth Development through Veterinary Science, 5: Dem Bones, Dem Bones

Part 5 of the Youth Development through Veterinary Science Series, a 4H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of veterinary science

Swine - From the Animal's Point of View, 3: Pig Nutrition

Part 3 of the Swine - From the Animal's Point of View Series, a 4-H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of pig care

Swine - From the Animal's Point of View, 4: Pig Disease

Part 4 of the Swine - From the Animal's Point of View Series, a 4-H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of pig care

Swine - From the Animal's Point of View, 3: Pig Nutrition

Part 3 of the Swine - From the Animal's Point of View Series, a 4-H Youth Development curriculum that introduces youth to many aspects of pig care