Myers, Debra - Family and Consumer Sciences 8

COURSE TITLE:       Family and Consumer Sciences, Grade 8

PREREQUISITE:      None

DESCRIPTION:         Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory III (8th grade) is an advanced-level course that prepares middle school students for their roles in families, careers, and communities through project-based instruction.  Students experience in-depth studies of nutrition and wellness, food preparation, relationships, personal environments, textiles, fashion and apparel, consumer resources, child development and care, and leadership service in action.  Instruction in this course emphasizes science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) concepts, where appropriate.

MAIN TOPICS:          Demonstrating Workplace Readiness Skills: 

                                      Personal Qualities and Abilities

                                      Interpersonal Skills

                                      Professional Competencies

                                      Addressing Elements of Student Life                                                                

                                      Exploring Work-Based Learning

                                      Facilitating Human Development

                                      Managing Interpersonal Relationships

                                      Strengthening Family Relationships

                                      Analyzing Living Environments (Personal Environments)

                                      Enhancing Nutrition and Wellness

                                      Maximizing Consumer and Family Resources

                                      Applying Textile, Fashion, and Apparel Concepts

                                      Applying Education and Early Childhood Concepts

                                      Managing Career, Community and Family Connections

                                      Developing Leadership Skills