Youth Connect Communities With New Technology
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Youth Bridge Communities with Innovative Technology
Summary
4-H youth are at the forefront of using modern media tools?"from blogging and podcasting to video creation?"to deliver news, cover events, and provide educational content to their communities.---
Young people involved in 4-H programs are pioneering the use of new media to connect with their communities. From blogging to podcasting and creating online videos, these youths are making their mark by sharing breaking news, event coverage, and educational materials.
In Jefferson County, Washington, the 4-H News technology club exemplifies this movement. They produce real-time reports using video clips and podcasts, which are then shared on their 4-H Network News website. Club members have tackled stories ranging from a fire at a historic hotel to disaster training exercises with the Red Cross, even conducting interviews with local business leaders.
These youths take charge of every phase of creating one-to-two-minute news segments. "We brainstorm ideas, decide who to interview, film the footage, and then edit it on the computer," explained 15-year-old Sophie Gilbert. Gilbert’s initial video project on a school reunion spurred her interest in producing more educational content for the community. She has since created segments on topics such as drug and alcohol avoidance and a beach restoration project. "It’s important to discuss significant issues affecting our county and the world," she added.
The club emerged from a partnership between the local 4-H club, Washington State University Extension office, and the local newspaper. Key figures like Jack Olmsted, a 4-H leader, Pamela Roberts, a 4-H coordinator, and the newspaper's publisher, collaborate closely with the youth.
"Online media is invaluable for highlighting the 4-H experience and serving our community, nation, and the world," stated Olmsted. "Our young participants are learning to create segments that are both engaging and informative."
These 4-H journalists publish to a global audience with readily accessible tools: a video camera, a computer with Internet access, and a phone. "We demonstrate how simple it is for anyone to do this," said 13-year-old Daniel Bryant.
Club members also act as mentors, showing others how to utilize online media effectively. Their involvement strengthens public speaking skills and builds self-esteem as they guide adults in creating and posting news content.
4-H is a nationwide program dedicated to helping young people develop leadership, citizenship, and life skills.
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