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 The World Scout Jamboree On The Internet (JOTI) is an international Scout Meeting on the Internet which takes places every year on the third weekend of October. This is an official event of the World Organization of the Scout Movement  During that weekend, thousands of Scouts from all over the world meet and communicate with each other over the Internet, using any technologies locally available, from web browsers to , chat programs, microphones, scanners and digital cameras. Scout groups can combine this event with the Jamboree On The Air (JOTA), an event where Scouts can communicate with each other over radio amateur frequencies with the assistance of a local radio amateur crew. What is Jamboree on the Internet?

 It’s the “new kid on the block” compared to JOTA  JOTI is 18 years old, JOTA is 57!  Held same date as JOTA  Uses computer and internet technology to allow scouts to communicate with other scouts around the world! 3 What is Jamboree on the Internet?

V Most of the communication takes place over and in a chat network called IRC, the Internet Relay Chat. JOTI allows you to build friendships with Scouts in other countries and to find out more about their civil and scouting life. Often, these contacts last for years and build the base for upcoming group trips and enterprises.IRC

V Join in! And meet us... It's fairly easy to participate to JOTI. All you need is one or more computers with internet access. As software you will need at least: a web browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer etc.web browser an program Or you can use the built-in feature of the web browser program a chat program (IRC client) to meet and chat with other people in real-timechat program

 Line up a district or council location with the JOTI weekend --- October 18/19, 2014  Locate staff members both comfortable and knowledgeable in high technology. Scouts are a great resource here!  Internet access required!  Publicize the availability of your JOTI station How do I organize a JOTI event? 6

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 Optional!  Add fun and interest to draw scouts interest  JamPuz – Collect JID codes from other Scouts  JOTA-JOTI Challenge – FUN tasks to complete!  JOTI Roulette – Meet scouts on videoconference! 9 JOTA-JOTI Games

 Scouts engage in conversations with other Scouts across the country and around the world.  They get a glimpse of other cultures and regional differences.  Gets them started on Citizenship in the World Merit Badge (requirement 9b, take part in international event)  Scouts get exposed to the technology, fun and magic of amateur radio. What are the Benefits? 10

What are the Benefits? V Merit Badge Requirements Met by JOTI Participation Participation in JOTI can help meet certain merit badge requirements! Below are some suggestions, but be sure to consult the merit badge counselors for final approval. Citizenship in the World 7.c. Visit with a student or Scout from another country and discuss the typical values, holidays, ethnic foods, and traditions practiced or enjoyed there. 7.e. Participate in or attend an international event in your area, such as an ethnic festival, concert, or play. Computers 1. Discuss with your counselor the tips for online safety.

What are the Benefits? V Cub Scout Advancement Requirements Met by JOTI Participation Wolf – Electives: Computers (a, b, and c) and Say It Right (a and b) Bear – Rank Requirements: Achievement 17-Information, Please (d) and Achievement 18-Jot It Down (d and g) Webelos – Activity Badges: Communicator (12 and 13) and Traveler (3) Cub Scout Belt Loops and Pins Computers (Belt Loop-1, 2, and 3; Pin-7, 8, and 10) Geography (Belt Loop-3; Pin-2 and 7b) Good Manners (Belt Loop-2 and 3; Pin-1, 3, 6, and 7) Heritages (Pin-3, 4, and 7) Language and Culture (Belt Loop-1 and 2; Pin-5 and 6)

 The go-to website is Jamboree-on-the-Internet IntroductionJamboree-on-the-Internet Introduction  Leader guidelines, operator guidelines, planning and calendars, program ideas, success stories, activity books, participation certificates, graphics.  Station registration and lists of all stations participating. What Resources are Available? 13

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Event Report V The JOTI Event Report is very important in recording what happened at this event and in working on the next JOTI event. In addition, your report will assist us in submitting the BSA's full report to the World Scout Bureau. Include anything that was funny, interesting, or that you learned, along with your ideas or suggestions to help improve the event. If you forward photos, make sure they are saved using the JPG format so they can be included with the report. Photos of Scouts in uniform would be really great. Please provide anything that would be of interest to others. The information must be received by the BSA National Council no later than November 30. Up to five photographs and newspaper clippings may also be forwarded. We'd like to see your awesome JOTI event! Please complete this form, and it to along with photos and newspaper clippings.complete this form

Support 16  The national JOTI organizer is available for questions and support.  Dan Goetzman   The SVMBC JOTI organizer is available for questions and support.  Raimo Vahamaki  Jeff Cole  Nathaniel Gaskin

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