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- 1. Irma GarzaAssignment #4:Non-Linear PowerPoint/Annotated WebsitesFamily and Consumer Sciences
- 2. American Association ofFamily & Consumer SciencesAAFCS: Professional Teacher ResourceThis website is the national website for Family and Consumer Sciences. It is a great source as it has various resources for FCS teachers. Links to various FCS journals to keep teachers up to date. A resource page dedicated to each component area helps teachers find reliable material to reference. This website also provides teachers with discussion forum to share information and ideas.
- 3. Family and ConsumerSciences Teachers Association of TexasFCSTAT: Professional Teacher ResourceThis website is ādedicated solely to representing family and consumer sciences teachers in Texas.ā It provides information on workshops and conferences around the state. It also provides a page with āhot newsā to keep teachers current. The website has a page dedicated to a description of awards which could be useful to empower teachers in the department.The website provides various state-wide contacts for support.
- 4. Lesson PlanetLessonPlanet: PersonalDevelopmentLesson Planet is a website for teachers to share lesson plans. A topical menu bar has a search option for content. This website is a great resource as it provides over 20,000 lessons for personal development. Over 100 worksheets are uploaded to the website. Each lesson is classified by grade range and quality rating.
- 5. Health and HumanDevelopmentHealth and Human Development: Personal and Family DevelopmentThis website is made by a global nonprofit organization that promotes human development. It is an ideal source of information for topics such as violence, injuries, drugs, and nutrition. This website is geared towards adults and educators rather than students. The website references reliable statistics which can be used to develop an effective lesson plan within the personal development unit. This website is suitable for statistical data and multimedia.
- 6. The Artistās ToolkitTheArtist's Toolkit: Art in Interior and Apparel DesignThis website is a perfect resource for teaching visual elements and principles. It is student-friendly as it has engaging activities, encyclopedia and provides many examples of the related material. Thorough definitions and bright visuals are appealing. The tool kit teaches the concepts and inspires creativity. Animated demonstrations, real life examples, and a personalized ātool kitā would keep students engaged and interested in lesson.
- 7. Food SafetyFood Safety:Food and NutritionThis governmental website offers information suitable for a Food and Nutrition unit or course. Information ranges from the cooking temperatures of various meats to foodborne illnesses or diseases. Also on this website is a āmedia and educational materialsā webpage specifically for educators. It includes podcasts and videos which can be used in a classroom environment.
- 8. My PyramidMy Pyramid:Food and NutritionAlthough this website is by the government for the general population, it has various features which could complement lessons. This website is packed with animations, presentations, and interactive tools. A useful resource on this website is link to āInside the Pyramidā which explains all the components of a nutritious diet. Mypyramid.gov helps the audience create their own plan according to their personal physical characteristics. The site also has an innovative and interactive personalized menu planner.
- 9. Utah Education NetworkUtahCurriculum ResourcesThis website lists various lesson plans throughout the scope of FCS. Lessons are sorted by topic making it easier to browse through the content. Each lesson plan has a summary and a curriculum tie in accordance with the state objectives. It also has additional internet resources for teachers. It also lists what students should know prior to the lesson. The instructional procedures of each lesson plan has attachments of different supplements which can be used in the classroom.
- 10. Learning and LivingWellLiving WellThe Living Well website is an educational website provided by the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences. It outlines each of the components of FCS and provides links to complementary resources. The website is based off of research-based information and education on each topic. An interesting feature of the websites is āE-Answers.ā This is a searchable website that provides a wide range of reliable and research-based information.
- 11. It All AddsUpIt All Adds Up: Consumer EducationThis interactive website welcomes teens āwho want to get a head start on their financial future.ā The site has a teacherās guide that introduces the educator to the website. It has give interactive modules on a moving menu bar . The website is geared towards helping high school teachers and students āunderstand responsible personal financial management skills.ā Lessons include credit card theory, car buying, budgeting, saving and investing, and college.
- 12. Fashion EraFashion Era:Apparel DesignThis website portrays the movement of fashion across the ages. It is a great resource for history of fashion. It would be useful to inspire students to create a collection of clothing based on historical pieces. The website explains fashion and dress theories. It goes in depth with the current fashion trends and how they are related to history.
- 13. Meal TimeMeal time:Food and NutritionMeal time is a website created by The Canned Food Alliance(CFA). The CFA is a consortium of steelmakers, can makers, select food processors and affiliate members. The Family and Kids page on the website would be a great source for information on cooking tips for the classroom. The page also presents creative ideas to introduce to the students. Additionally, the page has an expansive recipe search that is completely family-centered.