Description:
TMG Winter School has two tracks for different types of volunteers: education and leadership. The purpose of the education track is to provide sessions for Tennessee Master Gardeners and Interns so that they will become more effective communicators with the gardening public.  Sessions have been planned around effective teaching techniques, as well as providing information on specific garden topics. Special topics include:  Engaging the Gardener through Mystery and Treasure Hunt, Using a Case Study Approach, The Importance of Using Simulations, and Role Playing.  One large group session will be a live demonstration on using “cutting edge” technology to identify plant pests at the county Extension level. Our leadership track was coordinated with the outreach projects in mind. Of course this idea was captured at last year’s Winter School. Breakout sessions and keynote speakers will emphasize project management, ideas and recruitment of new volunteers and recognizing contributions to the team. Carmen Burgos, from UT Extension’s 4-H will share tips on how to attract more diversity to your programs.