Family and Consumer Sciences Research Journal

This qualitative study investigated how young Black women experience career and education planning (CEP). Eight women from West Texas completed a career exploration and decision-making learning experiences scale and participated in semi-structured interviews. Findings from the data provided a contex…

This mixed methods study investigated the effectiveness of work-based learning (WBL) experiences in secondary Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) programs, focusing on bridging the gap between secondary education and workforce readiness. Participants included secondary FCS teachers from public middle…

University students learn about interior design through secondary Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) classes; however, it is unknown what interior design content is taught given the flexibility in FCS curriculum. An online survey was administered to FCS educators in Idaho, Utah, and Washington to un…

Family and consumer sciences (FCS) teachers are frequently changing programs to meet the needs of society and their local communities. Preparation for FCS teachers undergoes the same evolution. Teaching standards in family and consumer sciences prepare teachers for the challenges of the classroom. T…

Intercultural competence is defined as an ability to act appropriately in situations where multiple cultures are represented. Few studies have examined the impact that intercultural development activities and reflections have on preservice career and technical education teachers. Grounded in the the…

A positive work ethic is central to individual and career success. Yet, it can be difficult to instruct and assess work ethic with adolescents, especially those in middle and early high school who typically are not employed. This research developed an operational framework, learning experiences, and…