Using the 4-H Manuals

Learning is 3D! Do It Dig It Dream It

Using the 4-H Manuals Learning is 3D! To help you get the most out of your learning, each project meeting has the following parts: –Dream it! Plan for success –Do it! Hands on learning –Dig It! What did you learn? Dream It Do It Dig It nng

Using the 4-H Manuals Dream it! Plan for success Do it! Hands on learning Dig It! What did you learn? Dream It Do It Dig It nng

Using the 4-H Manuals Dream it! Plan for success Do it! Hands on learning Dig It! What did you learn? Dream It Do It Dig It nng

Using the 4-H Manuals Dream it! Plan for success Do it! Hands on learning Dig It! What did you learn? Dream It Do It Dig It nng

Technology Choices GET ON LINE! I can’t wait to show you what I’ve found on-line! Check out my great link ideas wherever you see me in the computer screen.

Technology Choices Pinterest – The Visual Discovery Tool 4-H Manitoba has an account and boards Check it out at

Teaching Techniques, Tips and Suggestions 4-H Age Groups –Cloverbud Members 6-8 Very active but need breaks Enthusiastic –Junior Members 9-11 Wide range of maturity levels Very sociable

Teaching Techniques, Tips and Suggestions 4-H Age Groups –Intermediate Members Self conscious Value others opinions –Senior Members Growing independence Possibly career focused –Adult Members Growing independence Possibly career focused

Teaching Techniques, Tips and Suggestions Positive Feedback –Always be sincere –Give feedback with care and as soon as possible –Be truthful –Keep your feedback specific –Remain neutral and avoid making judgments –Remember to recognize effort and improvement –Make any suggestions for improvements in a tactful and positive way

Teaching Techniques, Tips and Suggestions Good Instruction –Set a positive example –Prepare –Be concise, clear and simple –Take advantage of every opportunity to praise –Maintain interest –Learning as a fun activity

Teaching Techniques, Tips and Suggestions Motivating Members Step 1 Create an atmosphere of respect and personal relationship between the member and adult. Step 2 Create a positive attitude toward learning Step 3 Create challenging learning experiences Step 4 Create self confidence and competence.

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At the end of the members’ section are the “Showcase Challenge” and “My Portfolio Page”. Showcase Challenge and My Portfolio Page

Showcase Challenge

My 4- H Portfolio Page

TIP

Generic 4- H Portfolio Page

Evaluation of Completion Occurs through out the project Based on observations Keep records Complete the Leader Point of Praise Sign Notify head leader

Parent Involvement 4-H Parents are Important Too! –Parent involvement with projects provides emotional support for the member –Keen and enthusiastic parents are great citizen examples for members –Parents can save leaders time and work –Informing parents about 4-H gives them a better understanding of the mission of the program

4-H Resources Manitoba 4-H Leaders Handbook 4-H Leaders Resource Guide Assorted DVDs and CDs Print resources and fact sheets 4-H Club Discovery Zone Quality Equation 4-H Club Pack 4-H Fun Pack Communicating Effectively…The 4-H Way/4-H Speak Pack 4-H Communications Fact Sheets

Thank you for choosing to be a 4-H LEADER ! You are special because you have made a difference in the life of a child.

Questions? Contact: - Your local MAFRD office - Your area council’s designated MAFRD staff 4-H lead - 4-H Office Brandon - 4-H Manitoba office