Purpose/Objectives

• To provide an opportunity to develop skills in organizing, planning, and delivering a 4-H presentation.
• To provide a forum for youth to share information related to Technology.
• To encourage youth to study and investigate the varied aspects of Technology

Eligibility

• 8-10 – 4-H’er must be 8 years old before January 1 of the current year and not have reached their eleventh birthday before January 1 of the current year.
• 11-13 – 4-H’er must be eleven years old before January 1 of the current year and not have reached their thirteenth birthday before January 1 of the current year.
• 14-18 – 4-H’er must be fourteen years of age before January 1 of the current year and not reached their nineteenth birthday before January 1 of the current year. Eligibility: Individuals or teams may compete.

Presentation Ideas

• Computer Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Microcontrollers
• Coding
• Augmented or virtual reality
• App Development
• 3-D modeling
• Other computer chip-controlled devices
• Others

Rules/Regulations

Suggestions/Helpful Hints

• Use good visuals.
• Know the parts and principles associated with your specific topic.
• Be prepared to answer questions.
• Safety should be used at all times.

Judging

• Judges will review each presentation and complete a judge’s score sheet.
• Judges will use their own discretion as to whether questions will or will not be asked.
• The judge’s decisions will be final.

Awards

• District Winners: Medallion & Monetary awards are listed in the 4-H Awards Handbook.
• State Winner: Medallion & Monetary awards are listed in the 4-H Awards Handbook.

Subject Matter Specialists