Family and Consumer Science Course Syllabus

Course Description Family and Consumer Science is a 36 week course for High School students who are interested in learning more about life skills. The concepts of Family, Care giving and Marriage, Consumer Skills, Housing, Food and Nutrition, Apparel, and Technology are taught with lab opportunities for Foods and Apparel. The course is an elective, carries one full credit, and is the pre- requisite for all other FCS classes.

Philosophy Students are expected to complete all course goals and apply knowledge through lab experiences as well as real-life situations. The course is embedded with mathematics, science, health, and psychology. A variety of teaching techniques are used to include: large/small group activities, lecture, lab, critical thinking, and project based learning. Technology will be a large part of learning on a daily basis. Students will engage in activities, assessment, and experiences that deal with applying, synthesizing, and evaluating knowledge and skills. Tests, projects, labs, and presentations will be used to assess the student’s progress in meeting course goals.

Instructional Delivery Plan Students will be tardy if not inside the room when the bell rings. Each student should be prepared for class each day with notebook/paper, pencils, supplies, and completed homework assignments. Instruction will be teacher, student, and teacher-student centered. Students will work independently and in teams as the learning experience dictates. Guidelines and criteria for evaluation of projects will be discussed and given to students when assignments are made.

Assessment Plan I will use the grading scale mandated by Tallassee City Schools and will grade students in the following areas: *Exams/tests/quizzes *Projects *Class Work/Home Work *Lab Experience Course Goals The Student will: 1)Apply math, reading, writing, critical thinking, decision-making, and problem- solving skills to effectively perform the work of the family and provide services to consumers. 2)Explain the impact of goal setting and teamwork on personal, family, work ,and community life. 3)Describe qualities of healthy relationships, including effective communication skills, conflict resolution techniques, and refusal skills. 4)Describe stages of the family life cycle and issues that influence family life at each stage. 5)Interpret customs, traditions, and legislation that affect marriage and family life. 6)Evaluate the impact of demands in the home, workplace, and community on marriage and family life. 7)Determine characteristics of a quality caregiver. 8)Evaluate the impact of parenting roles on the well-being of the child and family. 9)Describe consumer issues related to meting the needs and wants of individuals and families. 10)Interpret rights and responsibilities of consumers. 11)Determine elements and principles of design used in selecting apparel and accessories. 12)Compare methods for the care and storage of apparel and accessories. 13)Demonstrate basic sewing techniques. 14)Evaluate housing options, living space, and storage space to meet individual and family housing needs across the life span. 15)Demonstrate the selection and placement of furniture, accessories, and equipment using elements and principles of design in the home to meet individual and family needs. 16)Compare the nutritive value and cost of restaurant meals to home cooked meals. 17)Demonstrate food preparation using safe and correct use of equipment and sanitation practices. 18)Demonstrate skill in planning, preparing, serving, and storing food. 19)Evaluate the impact of technology on the family. 20)Determine factors to be considered in the development of an effective career plan. Course Outline

I. Marriage & Family A. Life Cycle / Family Types B. Customs and Traditions C. Healthy Relationships 1. Roles 2. Communication 3. Parent / Child D. Teamwork E. Setting goals F. Demands of a family – Home/Work/Community

II. Consumer Science A. Rights and Responsibilities of consumers B. Consumer Skills 1. Budget 2. Insurance 3. Taxes 4. Credit C. Career Planning III. Housing A. Options B. Design Principles C. Cleaning/Maintenance IV. Food and Nutrition A. Nutrients B. Food Preparation/Planning C. Etiquette V. Clothing A. Design B. Care/Storage C. Sewing skills 1. Hand sewing 2. Machine sewing