Family
and Consumer Science Staff |
| Teacher |
Room # |
Courses Taught 2005-2006 |
| Cindy Jameson |
2140
2138
2138
2140 |
Child Development
Foods
Adv. Foods
Introduction to Clothing |
Jeannie Williams
CTE Coordinator |
2140
2138 |
Advanced Child Development
Consumer Education |
Course Descriptions
EXPLORATION IN FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES
One semester, one credit
Course will feature activities (practical experiences) and
discussion in the following areas: foods and nutrition, clothing,
relationships, and childcare. Each unit will last approximately
4 weeks.
+CONSUMER EDUCATION/“REAL WORLD” LIVING
One semester, one credit
Recommended for juniors and seniors
Ready to be on your own? Course instruction covers the skills
needed for living independently such as: installment purchasing,
budgeting, comparison of prices and an understanding of roles
of consumers interacting with agriculture, business, labor
unions, and government in forming and achieving the goals
of the free market system. Satisfies the graduation requirement
for Consumer Education.
FOOD AND MEAL PREPARATION
One semester, one credit
Course will include basic food preparation skills, meal planning,
purchase of foods, and meeting individual and family food
needs. Students participate in both regular classroom activities
(reading, discussion, text work) and lab experiences.
ADVANCED FOODS
One semester, one credit
Recommended Prerequisite: Consumer Education and Food and
Meal Preparation
Learn how to cook and serve food from other countries. More
difficult food preparation techniques will be studied. Course
includes both regular classroom activities (reading, discussion,
text work) and lab experiences.
CHILD DEVELOPMENT
One semester, one credit
Study the family life cycle including pregnancy and the decisions
and choices one must make before deciding to become a parent.
Additionally, study the growth and development of the child
during the first year of life. Activities include discussion,
contemporary reading material, videos, and a field trip.
ADVANCED CHILD DEVELOPMENT
One year, two credits
Recommended for juniors and seniors
This full year course provides developmental background and
preparation for those interested in pursuing a career in early
child education, pursuing a career as a teacher or director
of a child care center, pursuing a career in social work or
psychology, or improving skills as a future day care home
provider or parent. Students will develop an understanding
of the social, emotional, mental and physical needs of preschool
children and how to meet those needs in a nursery school or
early childhood setting. Students will develop skills and
positive guidance techniques in planning and carrying out
age-appropriate activities with preschool children while maintaining
a safe and stimulating environment. The course includes laboratory
experiences with children. Students will gain entry-level
job skills, and may earn up to three hours of elective credit
in the Parkland College Child Development Program.
INTRODUCTION TO CLOTHING
One semester, one credit
This course is designed for students who have limited instruction
in clothing and want to learn to use a simple commercial pattern.
Students will learn about different textiles, fabrics, and
clothing construction as they relate to personal, family,
and consumer use. Money for purchase of fabric is needed by
the third week of class.
HOUSING AND HOME FURNISHINGS
One Semester, one credit
Recommended for juniors and seniors
Interested in a career in Housing/Interior Design? This course
covers a variety of topics related to a career in this field;
choosing housing, understanding the principles of interior
design, evaluating interior furnishings, and creating and
interpreting design plans. Classroom activities will include
readings, discussions, and labs/projects.
PARENTING
One semester, one credit
Recommended for juniors and seniors
This course is for students interested in exploring the responsibilities
and stresses of parenthood. A variety of topics will be covered
such as: understanding what it means to be a parent, exploring
the characteristics of effective parenting, and examining
the skills needed to become an effective parent. Classroom
activities will include readings, discussions, and projects.
ADULT LIVING AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
One semester, one credit
Recommended for juniors and seniors
Want to live on your own after graduating from high school
but not quite sure how to do it? This course focuses on how
to make adult decisions and how to acquire the skills needed
to live a quality live. Students will gain an understanding
of how to better handle life’s challenges and problems
and explore various community resources available for support.
Classroom activities will include readings, discussions, and
projects.
+This course fulfills the state mandated Consumer Education
requirement.
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