California 4-H Computer Corps
 The 4-H Science, Engineering, and Technology (SET) Initiative is the 4-H program’s response to our nation’s and state’s concern for improving human capacity and workforce abilities in the areas of science, engineering, and technology (SET). It combines non-formal education with hands-on inquiry-based learning, in a youth development context, to increase literacy and engage youth in improving their knowledge, skills and abilities in science, engineering and technology. 4-H SET combines the strengths of 4-H non-formal experiential-based delivery modes and strong youth-adult partnerships to address SET content as defined by the National Science Education Standards.
The 4-H Computer Corps increases the use and awareness of computer
technology in the California 4-H Youth Development Program.
Read the 2007 Annual Report (Word) (PDF)
Computers have become essential to business and are close to becoming a
household appliance. As 4-H trains the next generation of our country's
workforce, it needs to add a stronger focus on the use of computer technology.
Computer projects exist in some clubs, but there is no up-to-date curriculum on
4-H computer activities. We need to increase the use and teaching of computer
technology in the California 4-H Youth Development Program. The goal of the
California 4-H Computer Corps is to increase the use of computer technology in
the California 4-H program.
In 2008, the Corps celebrates its 11th year! Read the 4-H History Book (Published in January 2005) (PDF)
Mobile Computer Lab
The 4-H Computer Corps announces the availability of their mobile computer lab. Twenty PC laptops with Windows XP, Microsoft Office, Macromedia Flash, and other software is available for counties to use in teaching computer technology workshops. Advanced reservation of the lab is required. A 4-H Computer Corps member may be present at workshop(s) to assist with setup/take-down. Transportation of the lab from Davis needs to be arranged by the county. To check on availability, contact Steven Worker at smworker@ucdavis.edu.
County 4-H Technology Teams
Creating a County Tech Team (Word) (PDF)
Workshops in a Box!
In an effort to move the members of the 4-H Youth Development Program into
the world of technology, and keep them up to date, The California State 4-H
Computer Corps offers workshop lesson plans, handouts and materials for a
variety of subjects. Read more
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