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This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on money management is the second in a set of three modules on management in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) the financial plan (with lessons on identifying financial resources, collecting information on financial plans, and developing, evaluating, and controlling the financial plan), (2) identification of alternatives (with lessons on decision-making, food, clothing, housing, equipment, and transportation), and (3) financial crises (with lessons on credit, counseling, investigating alternatives, and evaluating debt). Each unit includes the following elements: objectives, overview, and a progress test. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities, resources, and a progress check. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on management skills is the first in a set of three modules on management in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) identifying skills (with lessons on management strengths, identifying strengths, and developing management skills) and (2) identifying alternative resources (with lessons on local financial alternative resources and federal, state, and county financial alternatives). Each unit includes the objectives and overviews; unit two has a progress test. Lessons contain narrative summaries and suggested activities and resources. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on marketing practices in relation to low income clientele is the third in a set of three modules on management in economically depressed areas (EDAs). (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) psychology of marketing and advertising in EDAs (with lessons on deceptive sales practices), (2) psychology of in-house sales (with lessons on door-to-door, phone, and mail-order sales), and (3) consumer-clerk relations. Each unit generally includes the following elements: objective, overview, and progress test. Lessons contain suggested activities and resources. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on financial management is the fourth in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) financial plan (includes lessons on alternative financial plans and savings plans); (2) planning individual and family purchases (includes lessons on consumer decision-making, appliance selection, and evaluating warranties); (3) insurance policies (with one lesson on purpose and types of policies); and (4) systems for accounting and record keeping (with one lesson). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A unit progress test is also included for the first three units. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on developing occupational programs is the second in a set of four core modules on establishing occupational programs. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) administrative approval and funding (includes lessons on identifying program requirements and standards and identifying community and school resources); (2) advisory committees (includes lessons on purpose of an advisory committee, procedures for establishing committees, and organizing and operating a committee); (3) planning and scheduling an occupational program (includes a lesson on types of programs); and (4) program preparations (includes lessons on facilities and equipment, budgeting for the program, and keeping meaningful records and developing a filing system). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). Each unit also includes a progress test. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on financial pressures in various life styles and cycles is the third in a set of five modules on consumer education related to human development. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) identification of financial pressures (includes lessons on traditional and varying styles of living units and their unique financial pressures); (2) methods of meeting needs (includes a lesson on identification of responses to financial pressures); and (3) key issues for secondary consumer and homemaking programs (includes a lesson on identifying important issues for consumer and homemaking programs in the area of financial pressures on various living units). Each lesson includes the following elements: narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on analyzing job market opportunities is the first in a set of four core modules on establishing occupational programs. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) assessing job performance and job market trends (includes lessons on references for job opportunities and trends, resource persons for job opportunities and trends, and determining community need for entry-level jobs) and (2) assessing trainee characteristics (includes lessons on obtaining information about students and assessing personal traits). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, suggested resources (readings), and progress checks. Also included are unit progress tests and a list of suggested module resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on clothing the individual and family is the first in a set of two modules on textiles and clothing in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following a module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) identifying needs (with lessons on values, needs, and resources; and comparative shopping) and (2) developing self-concept through clothing and personal appearance. Each unit includes an objective and overview. Lessons contain a narrative summary, suggested activities, and resources. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on the child and the economically depressed area family is the second in a set of three modules on human development in economically depressed areas (EDA). (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) effects of parents' role; philosophy, culture, and environment in a child's development in an EDA environment family (with lessons on understanding, poverty, research, and collecting and reporting data) and (2) assisting in the education for parenthood of young children in an EDA (with lessons on teaching reading and program development). Each unit includes objectives and overviews. Lessons contain narrative summaries and suggested activities and resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on utilizing resources for clothing and textiles is the second in a set of two modules on textiles and clothing in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following a module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) identifying clothing resources (with lessons on sources of clothing and personal resources), (2) utilizing clothing resources (with lessons on buying clothing to meet needs and knowing when to buy), and (3) extending garment life (with lessons on proper maintenance and alterations). Each unit includes an objective, overview, and progress test. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities, and resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on low income food patterns is the second in a set of three modules on foods and nutrition in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) relationship of food patterns to behavior, (2) modifying food patterns, and (3) food as a social factor. Each unit includes the following elements: objective, overview, narrative summary, suggested activities and resources, progress check, and answer key. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on resources for the economically depressed area family is the third in a set of three modules on human development in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) resources designed for family crises (with lessons on gathering, organizing, and disseminating information on agencies designed to help families in crisis) and (2) resources for individual and family growth (with a lesson on creating and planning a comprehensive activity). Each unit includes an objective and overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries and suggested activities. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on low income furnishings is the third in a set of three modules on housing in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) furnishing alternatives (with lessons on buying new furnishings, purchase and restoration of used furnishings, and obtaining shared or donated items) and (2) furnishing items for low-income budgets (with a lesson on makeshift furnishings). Each unit includes the unit objective, overview, and a progress test. Lessons contain a narrative summary, and suggested activities and resources. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on characteristics of economically depressed area families is the first in a set of three modules on human development in economically depressed areas (EDA). (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following a module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) family and individual patterns (with lessons on family background, attitudes and patterns toward the education system, and family structure and role differentiations) and (2) factors influencing EDA families (with lessons on physical environment and psychological effects, and the verbal environment). Each unit includes an objective and overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities and resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on meal management on a low income is the third in a set of three modules on foods and nutrition in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following a module objective and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) the food buying plan, (2) comparative shopping, (3) preparation of low-cost meals, and (4) storage. Each unit includes the following elements: objective, overview, narrative summary, suggested activities and resources, and a progress test. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on food availability in economically depressed areas (EDA) is the first in a set of three modules on foods and nutrition in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) characteristics of markets in economically depressed areas (with a lesson on types of markets and implications for the EDA), (2) food assistance programs (with lessons on food stamp and commodity food programs and on feeding children and the elderly), and (3) cultural and psychological factors which influence food spending among EDA families. Each unit includes the objective, overview, and a progress test. Lessons contain a narrative summary, suggested activities and resources, progress check, and answer key. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on sociological, psychological, and economic factors affecting clothing selection is the second in a set of four modules on consumer education related to textiles and clothing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) the influence of society on individual dress (includes five lessons on social conditions, psychological conditions, economic conditions, standards of appearance, and clothing values) and (2) individual differences and values, self-image and life style in clothing selection (includes two lessons on self-image and life style). Each lesson generally includes the following elements: narrative summary, suggested activities, suggested resources (readings), and progress check (with answer key). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on community resources for economically depressed areas is the third in a set of four core modules on teaching home economics in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) identification of resources available to economically depressed areas and (2) analysis and utilization of resources available to economically depressed areas. Each unit includes the following elements: unit objective and overview, narrative summary, and suggested activities. Suggested resources and a list of references are also included. Appended is a food-resource handbook for Echo Park, California, and nearby communities. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs ([CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on government housing programs is the second in a set of three modules on housing in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) regulatory agencies (with a lesson on housing agencies) and (2) government housing resources and income (with a lesson on government housing income restrictions). Each unit includes the unit objectives and an overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries, and suggested activities and resources. Appended are comparative elements of federally assisted housing programs; Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments Program existing housing (applicant and owner information); and explanation of the housing authorities of the city and county of Fresno. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available are objectives and suggested activities utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on low income housing is the first in a set of three modules on housing in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) life-styles and low-income housing (with a lesson on low-income shelter and its possible impact on life style), (2) strengths and limitations of diverse low-income housing (with a lesson on low-income housing), (3) social conditions (with a lesson on social influences on shelter), and (4) landlord tenant responsibilities (with a lesson on landlord-tenant relations). Each unit includes the unit objective and overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities and resources, and a progress test. Appended are comparative elements of federally assisted housing programs; shelter journals and periodicals; characteristics of high and low cost public housing families; and some physical and visual attributes of the housing bundle. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on children's center aide is the second in a set of four modules on establishing occupational programs in human development. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) preparation for observing in a day care facility (with a lesson involving listening to tapes), (2) volunteering and working with a day care aide, and (3) preparing a presentation of your work experience. Each unit includes objectives and an overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries and suggested activities. A list of suggested resources is included in this module. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on occupational opportunities related to home management and supporting services is the first in a set of two modules on occupational programs related to home management. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) career ladders and lattices in institutional home management and supporting services (containing a lesson on housekeeping skills and consumer services) and (2) determining local job market opportunities and entry-level skills (containing a lesson on local job opportunities). Each unit generally includes the following elements: objectives, overviews, narrative summary, and suggested activities and resources. Also included is a chart of a home economic career ladder, a sample job description, and a sample job analysis outline. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on developing and implementing programs for economically depressed areas is the fourth in a set of four core modules on teaching home economics in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) curriculum modifications (containing lessons on identifying and addressing specific needs) and (2) teaching techniques (containing a lesson on adapting techniques to learning characteristics). Each unit includes an objective and overview and a unit progress test. Lessons contain a narrative summary, suggested activities, and resources. Suggested resources for this entire module are also included. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on characteristics of economically depressed areas is the first in a set of four core modules on teaching home economics in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) criteria for economically depressed areas, (2) economically depressed area needs, and (3) community structure in economically depressed areas. Each unit includes the following elements: unit objective and overview, narrative summary, suggested activities and resources, progress check, and an answer key. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen home economics programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on assembly line garment construction is the second in a set of three modules on occupational aspects of textiles and clothing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) assembly line procedures and construction (includes lessons on garment construction procedures and standards and techniques used to produce quality construction); (2) constructing clothing to meet commercial specifications (includes lessons on types of equipment, sequence of construction, operating a power machine, and identifying construction processes); and (3) differences in textiles and clothing construction related to cost and quality (includes lessons on quality in textiles and clothing construction). Each lesson includes a narrative summary and suggested resources. A list of suggested module resources (readings) and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on convalescent home aide is the fourth in a set of four modules on establishing occupational programs for human development. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) problems and issues facing persons in convalescent facilities (with lessons on aging, understanding the process of death, and special needs of long term patients) and (2) practical experience and skill specialization (with a lesson on experience in a convalescent home). Each unit generally includes the following elements: objectives and overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities, and resources. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on life style characteristics of economically depressed areas is the second in a set of four core modules on teaching home economics in economically depressed areas. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) values and goals, (2) environmental and economic influences, (3) cultural and social influences, and (4) influences of mass media. Each unit includes a unit objective and overview and suggested activities. This module also contains a list of suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on developing programs for preschool children is the third in a set of four modules on establishing occupational programs in human development. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (l) early childhood education programs (with lessons in goals and types of programs and regulations for programs), (2) program planning for young children (with lessons in impact of programs on children, principles for developing programs, and a week's schedule for a program and facility design), and (3) organizations concerned with young children. Each unit includes the unit objectives and overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities, and resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on occupational preparation for jobs utilizing housekeeping skills is the second in a set of two modules on occupational programs related to home management. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) housekeeping tasks and performance standards (containing a lesson on development of a program for training household workers), (2) safety practices (containing a lesson on identification of potentially hazardous working conditions), and (3) developing a housekeeping program (containing a lesson on an adult training program). Each unit generally includes the following elements: unit objectives, unit overview, narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources. Also included are the six following appendixes: a list of problem areas in performance of housekeeping tasks; ways to use cleaning agents; work situations associated with fatigue; work heights; illustrations of hazardous working conditions; and an outline for an adult program. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on occupational opportunities related to human development is the first in a set of four modules on establishing occupational programs in human development. (This set is part of a larger set of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) overview of occupational areas related to human development (with lessons in human development occupations and community occupations investigation), (2) occupations related to human development-infancy to elderly (with lessons in entry level jobs and job characteristics and skills), and (3) occupational programs proposals (with a lesson in planning a HERO program for human development). Each unit generally includes the following elements: objectives and overview. Lessons contain narrative summaries, suggested activities and resources, and a progress check or test. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available are objectives and suggested activities utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (CT)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on occupational opportunities related to textiles and clothing is the first in a set of three modules on occupational education relating to textiles and clothing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) job and career sources and openings in textiles and clothing (containing a lesson on job and career sources) and (2) social, political, economic, and technological changes related to future needs in textiles and clothing occupations (containing a lesson on future opportunities in textiles and clothing occupations). Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on merchandising textiles and ready-to-wear is the third in a set of three modules on occupational aspects of textiles and clothing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, five units of instruction are presented: (1) fashion industry (with one lesson on the fashion world and consumer behavior patterns); (2) product knowledge (includes lessons on style factors, fabrics and the consumer, and translating product knowledge into sales); (3) salesmanship (with one lesson on effective salesmanship); (4) stockroom operations (includes lessons on departments, and the process of merchandising); and (5) merchandise promotion (with one lesson on techniques of promotion). Each lesson includes a narrative summary and suggested activities. A list of suggested module resources (readings) and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on implementing occupational programs is the third in a set of four core modules on establishing occupational programs. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) recruiting students (includes one lesson on contacting students); (2) instructional program (includes three lessons on orientation to the world of work, group and individualized instruction, and developing a plan for individuals); (3) establishing sound employer cooperation, and assisting cooperating employers); and (4) job placement or continuation of education (includes two lessons on the teacher's responsibilities and applying for a job and preparing for a job interview). Each lesson generally includes: a narrative summary, suggested activities, suggested resources (readings), and a progress check. Each unit also includes a progress test. A list of suggested module resources (readings) and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) conclude the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on evaluating occupational programs is the fourth in a set of four core modules on establishing occupational programs. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) evaluation procedures (includes two lessons on program objectives and expected outcomes and evaluation devices for evaluating an occupational program); (2) evaluating the instructional program (includes two lessons on performance versus objectives and verifying objectives); and (3) modifying the instructional program (includes one lesson on analysis and interpretation of evaluation data). Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, suggested resources (readings), and a progress check. Each unit also includes a progress test. A list of suggested module resources and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) conclude the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on managing a food service operation is the third in a set of three modules on occupational education relating to foods and nutrition. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview one unit of instruction is presented on management, menu planning, and budgeting in a food service operation (includes three lessons, each on one of the aspects named in the unit topic). Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary and suggested activities. A list of suggested module resources (readings) and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) conclude the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on occupational opportunities related to foods and nutrition is the first in a set of three modules on occupational education related to foods and nutrition. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) career ladders and lattices in the food service industry (includes three lessons); (2) determining local job market opportunities and entry level skills (includes four lessons); (3) food service skills related to specific jobs (includes five lessons); and (4) safe food handling and sanitation practices in food service (includes three lessons). Each unit generally includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A list of suggested module resources and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) conclude the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on operations and activities of a food service operation is the second in a set of three modules on occupational education relating to foods and nutrition. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, seven units of instruction are presented: (1) major work centers (includes three lessons on operation and activities within major work centers, space and equipment required for work centers, and adapting a high school foods laboratory to an occupational food service program); (2) preparation area; (3) salad area; (4) bakery and dessert area; (5) dishwashing areas; (6) serving area; and (7) receiving and storage area. Each unit generally includes the following elements: objective, overview, narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources. A list of suggested module resources (books, periodicals, audiovisuals, equipment catalogs) and a module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on occupational opportunities related to housing and interiors in a set of two modules on consumer education related to housing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) career ladders and lattices in housing and interior furnishing (includes two lessons on career opportunities and employment opportunities), and (2) determining local job market opportunities and entry level skills (includes one lesson on surveying the local market). Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on required skills for retail sales of furnishings and related household items is the second in a set of two modules on occupational education related to housing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) factors to consider when selling furnishing and accessory items for commercial and residential interiors (includes one lesson on the art of selling), and (2) techniques for selling furnishings and related household items (includes one lesson on techniques for selling). Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, suggested resources (readings), and a progress check. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on management view of the multiple role is the sixth in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) understanding the multiple role ( includes lessons on multiple role situations and working women); (2) analysis of costs/benefits of multiple role families (includes lessons on paycheck deductions, job related expenses, work related benefits, and value of additional income); (3) the effects of the multiple role situations on family consumption patterns (one lesson); and (4) management of family resources in a multiple role situation (includes lessons on managing household tasks, child care, and budget adjustments). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on influences on food prices is the fifth in a set of five modules on consumer education related to foods and nutrition. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) factors affecting food prices and (2) calculating actual food costs. Each unit includes the following elements: objectives, overview, narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources. Also included in this module is a list of references on the evaluation of nutrient content, price, and palatability of brand names. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on consumer aspects of parenthood is the fifth in a set of five modules on consumer education related to human development. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) personal and financial pressures surrounding living units with children (lessons included are on background and research and creating a learning activity); (2) securing child care services (includes lessons on gathering information on securing child care, and writing a concise article); and (3) consumer education for children (includes lessons on collecting data on advertising aimed at children and creating an advertisement). Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary and suggested activities. A list of suggested module resources (readings) and a list of module post-evaluation discussion questions conclude the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strenghten the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on the metric system is the seventh in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) understanding the metric system (with lessons on the history of the metric system, reasons for changing to metric, and metric terminology) and (2) weights and measures of the metric system (with a lesson on working with the metric system). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on consumer approach to textiles and clothing is the first in a set of four modules on consumer education related to textiles and clothing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, three units of instruction are presented: (1) factors which influence textiles and/or clothing production and consumption (includes lessons on sociological and psychological influences, political influences, geographic influences, economic influences, fashion influence, and individual factors); (2) regulations for the production, distribution, and safety of textiles (includes lessons on Textile Fiber Products Identification Act and Wool and Fair Products Labeling Acts; care labeling; and Flammable Fabrics Acts); and (3) consumer rights and responsibilities regarding textiles and clothing (includes lessons on quality and defects and consumer complaints). Each lesson includes the following elements: narrative summary, suggested activities, suggested resources (readings), and a progress check. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on procedures for selecting housing is the third in a set of six modules on consumer education related to housing. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, six units of instruction are presented: (1) general considerations for selecting housing (includes three lessons); (2) selecting an apartment; (3) selecting a single family dwelling (includes two lessons); (4) selecting a townhouse or condominium; (5) selecting a mobile home and park (includes two lessons); and (6) selecting a prefabricated home. Each lesson generally includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on environmental issues and the consumer is the third in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objectives and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) current environmental issues related to family consumption patterns (includes one lesson on conservation and consumption patterns); (2) environmental action groups (includes lessons on evaluating environmental action groups and consumer acceptance of environmental action groups); (3) controlling pollution (includes lessons on the need to control pollution, pollution control, and pollution control practices); and (4) conserving natural resources (includes lessons on energy conservation, water conservation, and limited natural resources). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and a list of suggested resources (readings). Some units also include a progress test. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on family and individual credit management is the fifth in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) qualifying for credit (includes a lesson on criteria and conditions); (2) getting credit (includes a lesson on methods for getting credit); (3) using credit effectively (includes lessons on determining the dollar costs of credit, and managing and using credit effectively); and (4) solving the problems of overextended credit (includes one lesson, six case studies, and three shopping guides.) Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A master list of suggested module resources (books, periodicals, films, and educational kits and games) is also included. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on consumer legislative issues is the second in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, two units of instruction are presented: (1) consumer information sources and legislative history (includes lessons on consumer information sources and legislative history (includes lessons on consumer information and legislative sources and the history of consumer legislation), and (2) analysis of consumer legislation (includes lessons on analysis and contacting legislators). Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). Progress tests for the two units are also included. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on the relationship between national and consumer economics is the first in a set of seven modules on consumer education related to management. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, one unit of instruction is presented on national and consumer economics. The unit consists of two lessons: (1) basic principles on which the national economy functions, and (2) the ways in which the consumer and the national economy affect each other. Each lesson includes a narrative summary, suggested activities, and suggested resources (readings). A list of suggested module resources (books and periodicals) is also included. A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)

This competency-based preservice home economics teacher education module on technological, sociological, ecological, and environmental factors related to food is the first in a set of five modules on consumer education related to foods and nutrition. (This set is part of a larger series of sixty-seven modules on the Management Approach to Teaching Consumer and Homemaking Education [MATCHE]--see CE 019 901-967.) Following the module objective and overview, four units of instruction are presented: (1) the dietary goals for the United States and food choice; (2) impact of food technology and food choice; (3) food additives, chemicals in foods, and food choice; and (4) sociological, ecological, and environmental factors in food choice. Each unit generally includes the following elements: objectives, overview, narrative summary, pre/posttest, suggested activities, progress check, and suggested resources (readings). A module pre/posttest (with answer key) concludes the document. (Workshop proceedings relating to the development of these modules are available in the ERIC system as CE 019 896-899; also available is a module on utilizing FHA-HERO as an instructional strategy to expand and strengthen the home economics instructional programs [CE 019 900].) (JH)