The University of Connecticut Cooperative Extension Service prepared a series of television programs on topics of interest to homemakers. The programs have been broadcast by commercial, closed circuit, and cable television systems, resulting in increased exposure to the Extension Service's programs. (JY)

A nutrition week in schools can be a useful motivation when used by a home economics teacher to involve all students and teachers in nutrition education. Summarized are suggestions for activities, demonstrations, and discussions for various classes, listed according to subject areas. (MS)

A telephone conference call in which the views of extension workers, low-income families, and youth involved in the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) are recorded regarding the program. (AG)

The Environmental Home Economics Education project in Alaska has three goals: to incorporate environmental education in the home economics curriculum, to expand interest in environmental home economics, and to share gained knowledge and materials nationally. (Author)

In illustrating how instruction in child development can reach everyone, the author quotes from Forum 22 on the Rights of Children, the Forum's recommendations to the President, and recommendations from the White House Conference on Children. Resource materials for child development teachers are discussed. The importance of parenthood education is…

Training plans which include suggested learning times; an indication of whether particular learnings would occur on the job, in the classroom, or both; individual study assignments; and evaluative measures of student performance are recommended for Home Economics Related Occupations cooperative programs to provide direction and meaning. (AG)

Last year more than 300 Indiana teachers received a complimentary turkey to use in classroom demonstrations in preparation, cooking, carving, and serving. (MU)

If students learn entrepreneurial skills and attitudes in home economics, they may be more likely to combine homemaking roles with a part-time business. These skills can enable people to create their own jobs and provide an alternative when unemployment is high. (Editor/SK)

Discusses three program areas in vocational education which now have nationally developed and validated standards: agriculture and agribusiness education, home economics, and industrial arts. Standards cover curriculum, students served, instructional staff, administration and supervision, support systems, teaching methods, public relations, safety…

A nationwide study identified a pattern of political socialization for home economists who were politically active. The most outstanding feature of the politically active subjects was their perception that political activity is a professional role. (SK)

Home economics and action research are linked by similar purposes and past practices. Participatory action research and reflective practice can contribute to the mission of home economics, and theorizing about and from practice are enhanced through such methods. (JOW)

To ensure an adequate number of professionals in home economics education, recruitment strategies must be determined. This paper reviews studies that identify the factors involved in a home economics career decision. Suggestions for recruiting home economics majors, particularly home economics education majors, are given. (Author/CH)

Results of a study indicated that home economics teachers in New Mexico place a strong emphasis on clothing construction in the curriculum. It is important that other aspects of clothing and textiles be taught lest they be lost as classes are eliminated. (JOW)