Examination of the factorial structure of the positive youth development Program Quality Competency Questionnaire using responses from youth development professionals across the U.S.

2019 ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
Jeantyl Norze ◽  
Melissa Cater
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Program Quality ◽  
Factorial Structure ◽  
Youth Development Program ◽  
Development Professionals ◽  
Youth Development Professionals ◽  
The U.S

scholarly journals Opportunities Matter: Exploring Youth’s Perspectives on Their Long-Term Participation in an Urban 4-H Youth Development Program

2009 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 22-Apr ◽  
Author(s):  
Theresa M. Ferrari ◽  
Kristi S. Lekies ◽  
Nate Arnett
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Public Speaking ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Growing Up ◽  
Youth Development Program ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Development Professionals ◽  
Personal Qualities ◽  
Youth Development Professionals

This article highlights a study which explored youths’ perspectives on their long-term involvement at Adventure Central, a comprehensive 4-H youth development program based at an urban park facility. We conducted four focus groups with 16 youth between the ages of 12 and 16 who had participated in the program between three and seven years. The youth experienced a wide range of opportunities including nature-related activities, jobs at park facilities, and travel. They spoke positively of their experiences and described how they benefited from their participation. Novelty, challenge, and leadership were key features of these opportunities. The youth noted the connection between learning and fun. In the process, they learned new skills, such as teamwork and public speaking, and developed personal qualities, such as responsibility, that helped them as they were growing up, transferred to other settings, and would benefit them in the future. Findings from this study suggest some clear implications for youth development professionals.

scholarly journals Subjective Outcome Evaluation of a Positive Youth Development Program in Mainland China

2020 ◽  
pp. 104973152098080
Author(s):  
Xiaoqin Zhu ◽  
Daniel T. L. Shek
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Mainland China ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Outcome Evaluation ◽  
Program Quality ◽  
Social Programs ◽  
Subjective Outcome ◽  
Youth Development Program ◽  
Program Benefits

Objectives: This study validated a 36-item Subjective Outcome Evaluation Scale (SOES) and examined the effectiveness of a positive youth development (PYD) program entitled “Tin Ka Ping Positive Adolescent Training through Holistic Social Programs” (TKP P.A.T.H.S. Project) and implemented in mainland China in the 2016–2017 and 2017–2018 academic years. Methods: We collected data from 20,480 students from 30 secondary schools in mainland China on their views toward program quality, implementer quality, and program benefits based on the SOES. Results: The SOES possessed good factorial, convergent, discriminant, and concurrent validities as well as internal consistency. Besides, the student respondents were generally satisfied with the program quality, implementer quality, and program benefits. Consistent with our hypothesis, junior grade students had more positive perceptions than did senior grade students. Conclusion: Utilizing the client satisfaction approach, this study validated the SOES and highlighted the value of PYD programs exemplified by the TKP P.A.T.H.S. Program in a non-Western context.

scholarly journals Reviewing Youth Development Principles As Applied to the 4-H Youth Development Program

EDIS ◽  
2006 ◽  
Vol 2006 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Joy C. Jordan ◽  
Marilyn Norman
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Growth And Development ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Land Grant University ◽  
University Outreach ◽  
Youth Development Program ◽  
Development Professionals ◽  
Youth Development Professionals ◽  
Development Department ◽  
Valid Information

Because 4-H is the youth development arm of Land Grant University outreach, 4-H youth development professionals are responsible for knowing and applying to their programs the most current and valid information regarding support for the growth and development of the youth in their communities. This document is 4HS FS101.4, one of a series of the 4-H Youth Development Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Published May 2006. 4HS FS101./4H237: Reviewing Youth Development Principles (ufl.edu)

Implementation of a positive youth development program by class teachers in a Chinese context

2012 ◽  
Vol 24 (3) ◽  
pp. 273-280
Author(s):  
Daniel T.L. Shek ◽  
Daniel W.M. Lung ◽  
Yammy L.Y. Chak
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Program Implementation ◽  
Development Program ◽  
Related Factors ◽  
Chinese Context ◽  
Youth Development Program ◽  
The People ◽  
Study Results

Abstract This paper reports the findings of a case study in which a curriculum-based positive youth development program (Project P.A.T.H.S.) was implemented by the class teachers in a school. School-related factors which contributed to the success of program implementation were identified in the study. Results showed that factors facilitating the program implementation were closely related to the “5Ps” model (i.e., program, people, process, policy and place). While all the above factors contributed to the success of program implementation, the “people” factor was identified as the most crucial factor. Overall, both the students and program implementers perceived the program to be effective in promoting holistic development in the program participants.

REACH Harlem: young urban boys’ experiences in an after-school PA positive youth development program

2019 ◽  
Vol 24 (4) ◽  
pp. 373-389 ◽  
Author(s):  
Risto Marttinen ◽  
Kelly Johnston ◽  
Sharon Phillips ◽  
Ray N. Fredrick ◽  
Brianna Meza
Keyword(s):  
Youth Development ◽  
Positive Youth Development ◽  
Development Program ◽  
After School ◽  
Youth Development Program ◽  
Urban Boys
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