 "Home
economics (also known as family and consumer
sciences or Home Ec.) is the
profession
and field of study that deals with the
economics
and management of the home and community. Home
economics is a field of formal study including
such topics as
consumer education,
institutional management,
interior design,
home furnishing, cleaning,
handicrafts,
sewing,
clothing and textiles, commercial cooking,
cooking,
nutrition,
food preservation,
hygiene,
child development,
managing money, and family relationships. This
teaches students how to properly run a family
environment and make the world a better place
for generations to come.
Sexual education and drug awareness might be
also covered, along with topics such as fire
prevention and safety procedures. It prepares
students for homemaking or professional careers,
or to assist in preparing to fulfill real-life
responsibilities at home. It is taught in
secondary schools,
colleges and
universities,
vocational schools,
and in adult education centers; students include
women and men.
In the 19th century, home economics classes were
intended to ready young women for their duties
in the home. Classes were first offered in the
United States, Canada and Great Britain,
followed by Latin America, Asia, and Africa.
International organizations such as those
associated with the
United Nations
have been involved in starting home economics
programs around the world."
Source:
Wikipedia. |
