Focusing on making and using a financial plan, this document is one in a series of three consumer education modules developed to educate individual adult consumers in important areas of consumer affairs. An introductory section provides an overview of the module contents, suggested approaches for using the module, and suggestions for working with…

This module is one of a series of 127 performance-based teacher education (PBTE) learning packages focusing upon specific professional competencies of vocational teachers. The competencies upon which these modules are based were identified and verified through research as being important to successful vocational teaching at both the secondary and…

Focusing on avoiding consumer frauds and misrepresentations, this document is one in a series of three consumer education modules developed to educate individual adult consumers in important areas of consumer affairs. An introductory section provides an overview of the module contents, suggested approaches for using the module, and suggestions for…

The intent of this field tested instructional package is to acquaint the student with the elements of finance and its function in producing goods and services. Defining behavioral objectives, the course description includes a media section, suggested classroom activities, and sample student evaluation forms, as well as the basic information…

This Alberta curriculum guide defines competencies that help students build daily living skills, investigate career options in financial management, use technology in the financial management field effectively and efficiently, and prepare for entry into the workplace or related postsecondary programs. The first section provides a program rationale…

This nutrition and food management curriculum guide includes resources within two sections. The first section (Unit I) emphasizes food management and stresses resource management, time management, and coordination of departmental resources. A variety of forms are provided to facilitate recordkeeping, budgeting, and departmental organization. The…

Focusing on obtaining and using consumer credit, this document is one in a series of three consumer education modules developed to educate individual adult consumers in important areas of consumer affairs. An introductory section provides an overview of the module contents, suggested approaches for using the module, and suggestions for working…

This publication is a guide for teachers who conduct parenthood education classes as part of the secondary consumer and home economics program in Alabama. The parenthood education program guide is divided into four units covering the following competencies: understanding the family; developing maturity and independence; developing parenting…

This module on effective employment practices is one of a series of modules designed to help teach students to become more self-sufficient in their personal and professional lives. This module provides teacher and student materials that are planned to help students plan careers and find and keep a job. Five units cover the following topics: (1)…