Purpose of the Evaluation
The goals of this study include: (1) To obtain data on 4-H youth outcomes related to Positive Youth Development (PYD) through 4-H programming in the following areas: Civic Engagement, College and Career Readiness, Healthy Living and Science; and (2) To assess a youth’s experience as described by the 4-H Thriving Model of PYD . This data will be used both to report impact to National 4-H Council, stakeholders, and to make data-driven programming decisions. This is an annual cross-sectional study of individually enrolled 4-H members that will for observation of trends in 4-H Nationally.
Procedures
Your child will complete the National 4-H Annual Index survey using the electronic survey link found below. It will take approximately 15-25 minutes for youth ages 13-18 to complete the survey.
Risks and/or Discomforts
There are no known risks or discomforts associated with this study.
Benefits
The information gained in this study will help improve future 4-H programs and provide 4-H with insight to the trainings/procedures necessary to improve future programs.
Confidentiality
No information obtained in this study will identify an individual child and reasonable steps will be taken to protect the privacy and confidentiality of your data. The data will be securely stored electronically and will only be seen by the research team and/or those authorized to view, access, or use the records during and after the study is complete. The information obtained in this study will be analyzed and reported as aggregated data.
Compensation
There will be no compensation for participating in this study.
Opportunity to Ask Questions
You may ask any questions concerning this study and have those questions answered before agreeing to participate in, or during, the study. If you have questions, you may reach the investigators at:
Celeste Janssen, Research Coordinator for Oregon 4-H
[email protected]
Freedom to Withdraw
You are free to decide not to participate in this study or to withdraw at any time without adversely affecting your relationship with the investigators, Oregon 4-H, or Oregon State University. Your decision will not result in any loss or benefits to which you are otherwise entitled.