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Midterm/Final Flashcards

1
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Who is credited as the founder of FCS?

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Ellen Richard’s swallow

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  1. What were the goals of the American Home Economics Association in the early 1900s?
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reduce time spent in kichen
school lunches
clean water

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What did home economists do during the war to aid families?

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Rationing food
Wrap around skirts
The war time kitchen

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  1. During the great depression, home economists were supported by the Temporary Emergency Relief Administration to do what task?
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Educate impoverished families about basic nutrition and clothing maintenance using scarce resources.

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  1. How did leaders in the home economics (FCS) field respond in the 60’s and 70’s with changing realities?
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refined traditional and values
more specialized areas in FCS

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  1. When and where did the process of changing the name of Home Economics to Family and Consumer Sciences begin?
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1994 San Diego, California.

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This degree prepares students for a variety of careers that target the health and development of children, birth through early childhood. It focuses on developmentally appropriate practices for children in a variety of settings

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Child Development

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8
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This degree plan offers a strong background in child development and family systems. The course content for this program aims to promote effective coping through play, preparation, education and self-expression activities appropriate for children.

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Child Life

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9
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List the majors that FCS offers at Harding

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Child Development
Child Life
Community Engagement
Event Management
Family & Consumer Sciences
Family & Consumer Sciences Education
Family Life Education
Food and Nutrition

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10
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All clubs in the FCS department are now a part of which organization?

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FCS-SA

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What is the National Honor Society for Family and Consumer Sciences and what is Harding University’s chapter?

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Nu Delta Chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu

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integrative elements

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Human Ecosystems
Life coarse development

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the core concepts

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Basic human needs
individual wellness
Family strengths
Community vitality

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cross-cutting themes

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Wellness
appropriate use of tech
Resource Development
Capacity building

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15
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Who is credited as the founder of Family and Consumer Sciences?

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Ellen Swallow Richards

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16
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What were the goals of the American Home Economics Association in the early 1900s?

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Make big business more responsible through various regulations
◦ Clean up corrupt city governments ◦ Improve working conditions in factories
◦ Create better living conditions for immigrants and impoverished

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17
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During the great depression, home economists were supported by the Temporary Emergency Relief
Administration to do what task?

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educate impoverished families
about basic nutrition and clothing maintenance using
scarce resources.

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18
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What symbol was adopted by the Home Economics Association and is still used today by the American
Association of Family and Consumer Sciences?

A

Betty Lamp

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19
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What did home economists do during the war to aid families?

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Rationing of food and clothing gave way to home
economist to be creative in helping families.

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20
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How did leaders in the home economics (FCS) field respond in the 60’s and 70’s with changing realities?

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The discipline began to offer more specialized
knowledge and increase discipline-based
research

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21
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When and where did the process of changing the name of Home Economics to Family and Consumer
Sciences begin?

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In 1994, at the annual convention of the
American Home Economics Association
members voted to change the name of
the organization to the American
Association of Family and Consumer
Sciences.

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22
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What are all areas of specialization within family and consumer sciences are called upon to do?

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to help individuals, families, and communities adjust
to a changing environment.

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23
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. What is the National Honor Society for Family and Consumer Sciences and what is Harding University’s
chapter?

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◦ Nu Delta Chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu

24
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What do FCS professions try to improve and for whom?

A

improve quality of life for individuals, families, and
communities

25
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What basic needs do FCS professionals try to meet for individuals?

A

food, clothing, and shelter

26
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Life coarse development

A

integrative elements

27
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Human Ecosystems

A

integrative elements

28
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Basic human needs

A

the core concepts

29
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individual wellness

A

the core concepts

30
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Family strengths

A

the core concepts

31
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Community vitality

A

the core concepts

32
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Wellness

A

cross-cutting themes

33
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appropriate use of tech

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cross-cutting themes

34
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Resource Development

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cross-cutting themes

35
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Capacity building

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cross-cutting themes

36
Q

What are the opportunities you can take as a college student to gain experience for future careers?

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Job Shadowing
Volunteering
Internships/Field Experience
Paid Work

37
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What are the benefits of a successful internship?

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Self-confidence boost
Up-to-date experience about the career field
Insight on how you might fit into a career
Networking
information about how to approach a job search

38
Q

What should be considered when working and getting an education.

A

Make sure that you are still putting a lot of effort into your degree

39
Q

Why might jumping from job to job be an undesirable characteristic on a resume?

A

prospective employers may infer that you are not a loyal employee, or that you are difficult to work with

40
Q

What are some extra-curricular activities you can be a part of in college that will be beneficial for developing skills and enhancing your resume?

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Volunteering
Sports
Leadership Groups
Clubs

41
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Why is it important to set goals in terms of employment opportunities?

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Demonstrate your initiative and work ethic
Allow others to help you achieve your goals
Conversation points with prospective employers

42
Q

What activities will help you achieve your goals and which activities will distract you from your goals?

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43
Q

What is the definition of professionalism?

A

The conduct, aims, or qualities that characterize or mark a profession or a professional person.

44
Q

What are characteristics of a good team player?

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Reliable
Open minded
Do your part
Communicate
Take initiative

44
Q

What are the characteristics of a professional?

A

On time
Dressed right
Polite
Team worker

45
Q

What is the art of motivating a group toward a common goal called?

A

Leadership

45
Q

Jesus was and is the ultimate leader and according to Matthew 20:25-28 he came to do what?

A

Serve

46
Q

What is the purpose of a resume?

A

Introduction designed to “sell” you to potential employers
it is a “snapshot” of you with the intent of capturing and emphasizing interests and secure you as interview.

47
Q

What should you include in the resume to help you stand out?

A

Things that make you unique,

48
Q

What should you do before submitting a resume to a potential employer or graduate program?

A

Have at least two other people read it

49
Q

To whom should you address a cover letter?

A

Address to the employer -look them up

50
Q

What should you consider when asking someone to write you a reference letter?

A

Are they relevant to the job?
Specific type of reference?

51
Q

What is the polite thing to do when submitting someone’s name as a reference?

A

Ask them?

52
Q

What resources are available to you as a student through the Center for Professional Excellence office?

A

Career Fairs
Help with interviews
Professional Networking
Resume Help
Handshake

53
Q

What resources are available to you as a student through the Library?

A

Room Reservations
Zotero
Research Consultations

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