Explains how an apparel and textile exhibition can benefit the institution that underwrites the project, the department that sponsors it, the community, and the apparel design teacher (through the chance for professional recognition). Methods for planning such an exhibition are given. (CT)

This report offers materials from a project proposing a conceptual framework for teacher preparation for clothing program instruction. The project reflects contemporary and future concerns of individuals and families as well as the state of the art of clothing and textiles. The data collection procedures are described as well as questions that…

This handbook, designed as a guide for the village level worker, can also serve as a teaching aid and text for teachers of village workers. It is intended for use by personnel in home economics extension, community development, home economics classroom teaching, health education, and other programs involving home and family life. Section I…

Intended to give assistance to the vocational home economics teacher in providing a program of continuing education for out-of-school youths and adults, the programs contained in this handbook are designed to assist participants in their life role as homemaker, wage earner, consumer, and parent. The handbook provides an overview of adult education…

Designed to assist teachers and administrators in developing curricula for secondary vocational home economics programs, this publication provides materials for the two programs that comprise vocational home economics education--consumer and homemaking education (CHE) and home economics related occupations (HERO) programs. The CHE program is…