4-H 201 Creating a Project Plan 1

OBJECTIVE 4-H 201 Identify 4 phases of the 4-H project experience. What elements should a 4-H learning experience include? Why are these elements important? 2

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 A 4-H Project Experience Introduction to the projectSeries of project activitiesCulminating activityRecognition and celebration of achievements 3

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Introduction to the Project Talk to youth about the project Make it exciting so youth look forward to participating Share what will be learned and what fun is in store Complete a sample activity Answer any questions about the upcoming project 1 4

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Series of Project Activities Sequence of activities that gradually build skills/knowledge May include all activities in a project guide, or just a selection Select enough activities for youth to fully explore the subject Be sure that all can be completed within the scope of your program Activities should follow a logical progression toward the goal 2 5

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Culminating Activity Opportunity to reflect on learning and growth Time to share knowledge with others Traditional 4-H methods, or Creative opportunity that fits your unique situation Use skills and knowledge that have been acquired 3 6

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Recognition and Celebration Help youth and parents recognize the learning that has taken place Recognize project specific learning and life skill development Personalize recognition so it is most meaningful May combine with other program events, such as an open house or parent appreciation night 4 7

Creating a Project Plan OBJECTIVE 4-H 201 Explain the process and importance of planning to use a 4-H project to reach a specific educational goal. 8

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Planning for Positive Youth Development Specify the results to be achieved Outline the steps to reach those results Include an introduction, activities, culmination, and recognition Determine a timeline Estimate the resources required Outline roles and responsibilities of leaders & volunteers 9

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Choose a Goal “Specify results to be achieved” Project skills & knowledge Life skills/essential elements What skills or knowledge will participants need to gain? Example: how to read a nutrition information label how to safely use a kitchen knife What do you want participants to learn? Example: “how to make an afterschool snack” “healthy nutrition” “decision making” “independence” 10

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Figure Out How to Get There “Outline the steps to reach those results” Break the goal into manageable pieces – using 4-H project guide activities Skills or knowledge that can be learned in one lesson/activity Lesson or activity must ‘fit’ into the schedule of your program Build on each new skill to reach the targeted outcome Remember the parts of the 4-H learning experience! Put yourself in the place of the youth in your program – what will they want and need to learn? 11

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Plan Your Calendar “Determine a timeline” Think about your program How many times per week/month do youth participate? How long is each session? Learning goal must be attainable within that length of time Choose activities that fit your program’s timeframe Be sure to write down your plan and share it with staff and volunteers who will work with you. 12

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Project Supply List “Estimate the resources required” Carefully review the supplies, facilities, and other resources needed for chosen activities Assemble resources needed in advance If resources are not available, revisit curriculum and choose new activity Don’t forget: county 4-H faculty and state 4-H specialists are familiar with 4-H project guides and can advise you! 13

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Job Descriptions “Outline roles and responsibilities of leaders & volunteers” Determine who will lead and support each activity Find staff/volunteers with specific project area knowledge if needed Be clear about the scope and duration of each role Conduct or attend training if needed 14

Creating a Project Plan OBJECTIVE 4-H 201 Choose a sequence of project activities with which to develop a series of at least 6 4-H activities. 15

Creating a Project Plan ACTIVITY 4-H 201 Develop a Project Plan Materials: 4-H Project Guide Project Planning Worksheet Record your plan to share with the group 16

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Project Planning Worksheet 4-H Super ChefsSmith Youth Center Fantastic Foods project (nutrition knowledge, cooking skills) Miss Linda and Miss Sharon 813 to 15 years old The first Tuesday of each month, September to April 90 minutes, beginning at 4 pm. Members will know how to choose a recipe, gather ingredients, and safely prepare a balanced, healthy meal by the end of the session. 17

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Sept. 6 Smith Youth Center Kitchen Video blog Life skill: Processing information Get acquainted game Club activity overview & questions “Stop and Read the Label” activity Foods project guide “Stop and Read the Label” activity page (Minnesota 4-H) Nutrition labels Oct. 4 Smith Youth Center Kitchen Video blog Life skill: Processing information, team work “Ring Around” activity from Fantastic Foods, “You’re the Chef” project See presentation on kitchen safety from guest chef Confirm details with guest chef Joe Brown from Joe’s Cafe, Check project guide for supply list 18

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Mar. 6 Smith Youth Center Kitchen Club will make a meal to enjoy together and make final video blog entries. Each member will share their recipe/cooking tips and talk about what they have learned in this project. Video blog will be prepared for sharing with families at April event. EE: Mastery Skill: Making a meal Video blog entries about club experience and project Shopping list for ingredients Supplies to set table for club meal Don’t forget the camera to take pictures! 19

Creating a Project Plan 4-H 201 Apr. 3 Special time: 5:30 pm Williams Family Center Belonging Certificates for all “chefs” Youth will bring favorite dishes to share, potluck style Video blog will be shown Certificates and awards for all participants Families invited to attend Certificates and 4-H clover aprons (order from Screen and projector to show video blog of project 20

Creating a Project Plan REFLECTION 4-H 201 What was the most difficult part? What parts were surprising or new? What do you think of the program planning process? How might you involve youth in program planning? How will this process change the way you handle program planning? Plan a 4-H Experience Activity Reflect 21

Creating a Project Plan REFLECTION 4-H 201 What do you think of the structured learning and planning we have discussed today? How was the lesson plan template helpful to you? Was completing it a challenge? Which concepts were familiar to you? Which were surprising? How has your understanding of the 4-H program and project activities changed? Reflect 22

Creating a Project Plan REFLECTION 4-H 201 How will this information influence your program planning in the future? How could you use the Program Planning Worksheet in your program? How will this be different from programs you may have presented in the past? Apply 23

Creating a Project Plan REFERENCE 4-H 201 Designing Great Learning Opportunities for 4-H Youth. Stop and Read the Label activity. Minnesota 4-H Program. 24

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