Strengthening 4-H Program Communication Through Technology

Authors

Karl Robideau, University of Minnesota Extension Center for Youth DevelopmentFollow
Karyn Santl, University of Minnesota Extension Center for Youth DevelopmentFollow

Volume

49

Issue

6

DOI

10.34068/joe.49.06.29

Abstract

Advances in technology are transforming how youth and parents interact with programs. The Strengthening 4-H Communication through Technology project was implemented in eight county 4-H programs in Northwest Minnesota. This article outlines the intentional process used to effectively implement technology in program planning. The project includes: assessing current communication tools used; evaluating participants' preferences for receiving information; educating staff on current research trends; and training teams of youth and adults with the Forrester Research Model (2011) to implement social media as a program communication tool. The process helps staff identify audience and purpose of using technology for their specific needs.

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Recommended Citation

Robideau, K., & Santl, K. (2011). Strengthening 4-H Program Communication Through Technology. The Journal of Extension, 49(6), Article 29. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.49.06.29