States the relationship between the general philosophy of home economics and the specialization of merchandising. (JOW)

After a discussion of the causes and results of adolescent stress, the authors suggest possible topics which home economics teachers could address in their curricula. These include developmental and transitional life stages, stress reactions, recovery from loss and grief, death, divorce, teen pregnancy and abortion, child abuse, rape, and others.…

The authors demonstrate how the theories of Piaget and Perry can be applied in a framework for developing instructional methods for courses in home economics. They review these theories, suggest ideas for assessing the developmental stage of the student, and discuss strategies for facilitating student development and learning. (CH)

This article links recent research on human cognitive functioning with developing conceptions of human competence and applies these major developments to the place of home economics in the secondary school. This research focuses on thinking and learning processes and factors that influence these processes and their outcomes. (CT)

Indicates that profiles of undergraduate students are valuable as aids in the recruitment of high school students, the identification and counseling of undecided undergraduates who may be suited for a home economics program, and the advising of declared home economics majors. (JOW)

Discusses two issues concerning home economics education: (1) the lack of congruence between the way home economics educators define themselves and the way in which they actually perform, and (2) the level of students attracted to home economics and the sequence of their professional education. (CT)

To establish whether contemporary women accept or reject myths relative to conception and pregnancy, two groups of women (pregnant women and never-pregnant women) were surveyed on 60 related items. Scores for pregnant and never-pregnant women did not differ significantly; however, the advent of pregnancy does appear to improve pregnancy knowledge.…

A study showed that the accreditation process provided a valuable and necessary service to home economics units. It remains a major method of monitoring and promoting educational quality. (JOW)

A total of 117 members of the National Council of Administrators of Home Economics completed the Resource Sharing Inventory. Forty-five percent provide some examples of how their department shared resources with other departments. Administrator attitude was the factor identified as most likely to encourage resource sharing. (CH)

The advantages of distance education programs, particularly for adults, are twofold: (1) they allow access to large-scale education, and (2) they stress individual learning. The author discusses how successful programs can be implemented and describes one at Oklahoma State University. (JOW)

Summarizes the viewpoints of a cross section of home economics administrators on their perspective of the profession's accomplishments, issues, and priorities. (JOW)

Recent role changes, especially those of women, necessitate a restructuring of home economics. Retaining its family focus, it should emphasize the roles of all family members, quality of life, refocus of its food and clothing curricula, and the social relevance of family issues and family life education. (SK)

A study of the American Home Economics Association's certification program received responses from 1,002 of 1,595 certificate renewers and 739 of 1,460 nonrenewers. Certification has increased professional commitment and improved state associations, and most are satisfied with the program, except for its effects on employment opportunities and…

A historical review notes the small numbers of men enrolled in home economics, largely specializing in institutional management. Lacking role models, males are most scarce in home economics education; those who do major in home economics prefer to be loosely identified with the profession. (SK)

Discusses the growth rate of marriage and family therapy education, and the increase in the use of marital and family therapy rather than traditional approaches by practitioners and consumers of mental health services. Theoretical and clinical training in these areas are discussed. (CT)