ERIC Number: EJ728809
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006
Pages: 7
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ISSN: ISSN-1082-1651
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Effectiveness of Secondary Family and Consumer Sciences Programs (1985-2004)
Browne, Lorna B.; Myers, Lori; Gentzler, Yvonne S.; Hausafus, Cheryl O.
Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences, v98 n1 p26-32 2006
This article highlights results of a review of available literature (1985 to 2004) to substantiate the effectiveness of family and consumer sciences (FCS) secondary-level public school programs. Commissioned by AAFCS, the study found limited research-based evidence supporting the impact of secondary FCS programs. In addition to recommending more research with students to substantiate the effectiveness of FCS education, the researchers encouraged AAFCS to: (a) establish a central database to facilitate access to research conducted with secondary-level FCS programs; and (b) work to have the title "family and consumer sciences" listed as an official subject heading with the U.S. Library of Congress.
Descriptors: Consumer Science, Secondary Education, Public Education, Instructional Effectiveness, Program Effectiveness, Literature Reviews
American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 400 North Columbus Street, Suite 202, Alexandria, VA 22314. Tel: 703-706-4600.
Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Secondary Education
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Language: English
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