Advantages of the metric system for the consumer are discussed. Basic metric units are described, then methods of comparison shopping when items are marked in metric units are explained. The effect of the change to the metric system on packaging and labelling requirements is discussed. (DT)

In order to determine the evidence upon which the Federal Trade Commission decides that an advertisement or other sales representation has the capacity or tendency to deceive, a census was conducted of the 3,337 cases in which such decisions have been made from 1916 through 1973. Findings showed that, of 22 categories of evidence, the three most…

This guide, developed in Canada, discusses the benefits of the metric system to industry and consumers. The major rationale offered for adopting the metric system is that uniformity in standards will facilitate the increasing trend toward worldwide communication and world trade and thus benefit both producer and consumer. Possible specific changes…

Describes over 20 inexpensive resources for use in the teaching of economics at the elementary and secondary level, including publications of the Joint Council for Economic Education. Addresses and prices of materials are included. (KC)

Some direction is needed for the consumer of foot care and health services. (RC)

What policies need to be adopted by consumer-interest organizations? What obstacles and enemies are to be identified? And how shall we deal with them? (Author)

The author argues that home economics educators must plan better for retrenchment, since currently the courses being cut (consumer education and family relations) are the ones that are most relevant to modern life. (CH)

Distribution for a formalized budget variable is reported for a representative sample of families. Most households reported little, if any, formal planning. Compared to informal planners, formal planners are more likely to have the following characteristics: younger, more years of education, two-spouse households, and high circumstantial demands.…

A teacher of deaf elementary students describes the ways in which a classroom store and bank helped students find out the applications of math skills. (CL)

Ethical consumer health education is noncoercive and facilitates an individual's voluntary adoption of health improving behaviors. School-based consumer health education is necessary to prepare current and future consumers to safely and efficiently use the medical marketplace. (Author/CB)

The General Foods Consumer Centre illustrates how home economists in business can prove their worth by demonstrating a direct impact on earnings, integrating their expertise with corporate strategies, selling their ideas and services in terms of business benefits, and working to earn a high-profile niche in the organization. (SK)

Statistics was made more relevant and interesting to participants in a clinical psychology course by having the students go out and find instances of statistical and research applications in products advertised by different companies. The course is described. (Author/RM)

Integrating economic concepts into consumer education provides students a better understanding of their economic environment and can lead to more rational, informed decision making. Outlined are ways in which economic concepts can be integrated into consumer education courses. (MD)

This study examines the international textile and clothing industry--its unique characteristics, its contributions as a major world employer, and the problem of regulating trade. Presents issues as they relate to consumers. (JOW)

This directory lists sources for the funding of assistive technology for people with disabilities. Introductory information urges determination of what assistive technology is needed and the gathering of all necessary information (such as primary and secondary disabilities, employment history, income and expenses, and health insurance) prior to…