A New Model of 4-H Volunteer Development in Science, Engineering, and Technology Programs

Authors

• Bradley S. Barker, University of Nebraska-LincolnFollow
• Neal Grandgenett, University of Nebraska at OmahaFollow
• Gwen Nugent, University of Nebraska–LincolnFollow

Volume

47

Issue

2

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.

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Recommended Citation

Barker, B. S., Grandgenett, N., & Nugent, G. (2009). A New Model of 4-H Volunteer Development in Science, Engineering, and Technology Programs. Journal of Extension, 47(2), Article 14. https://doi.org/10.66752/1077-5315.3841