Midterm/Final

Question 1

Who is credited as the founder of FCS?

Answer 1

Ellen Richard’s swallow

Question 2

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

Answer 2

reduce time spent in kichen
school lunches
clean water

Question 3

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

Answer 3

Rationing food
Wrap around skirts
The war time kitchen

Question 4

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

Answer 4

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

Question 5

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

Answer 5

refined traditional and values
more specialized areas in FCS

Question 6

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

Answer 6

1994 San Diego, California.

Question 7

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

Answer 7

Child Development

Question 8

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.

Answer 8

Child Life

Question 9

List the majors that FCS offers at Harding

Answer 9

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

Question 10

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

Answer 10

FCS-SA

Question 11

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

Answer 11

Nu Delta Chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu

Question 12

integrative elements

Answer 12

Human Ecosystems
Life coarse development

Question 13

the core concepts

Answer 13

Basic human needs
individual wellness
Family strengths
Community vitality

Question 14

cross-cutting themes

Answer 14

Wellness
appropriate use of tech
Resource Development
Capacity building

Question 15

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

Answer 15

Ellen Swallow Richards

Question 16

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

Answer 16

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

Question 17

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

Answer 17

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

Question 18

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

Answer 18

Betty Lamp

Question 19

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

Answer 19

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

Question 20

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

Answer 20

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

Question 21

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

Answer 21

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.

Question 22

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

Answer 22

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

Question 23

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

Answer 23

◦ Nu Delta Chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu

Question 24

What do FCS professions try to improve and for whom?

Answer 24

improve quality of life for individuals, families, and
communities

Question 25

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

Answer 25

food, clothing, and shelter

Question 26

Life coarse development

Answer 26

integrative elements

Question 27

Human Ecosystems

Answer 27

integrative elements

Question 28

Basic human needs

Answer 28

the core concepts

Question 29

individual wellness

Answer 29

the core concepts

Question 30

Family strengths

Answer 30

the core concepts

Question 31

Community vitality

Answer 31

the core concepts

Question 32

Wellness

Answer 32

cross-cutting themes

Question 33

appropriate use of tech

Answer 33

cross-cutting themes

Question 34

Resource Development

Answer 34

cross-cutting themes

Question 35

Capacity building

Answer 35

cross-cutting themes

Question 36

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

Answer 36

Job Shadowing Volunteering Internships/Field Experience Paid Work

Question 37

What are the benefits of a successful internship?

Answer 37

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

Question 38

What should be considered when working and getting an education.

Answer 38

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

Question 39

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

Answer 39

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

Question 40

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?

Answer 40

Volunteering Sports Leadership Groups Clubs

Question 41

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

Answer 41

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

Question 42

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

Question 43

What is the definition of professionalism?

Answer 43

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

Question 44

What are characteristics of a good team player?

Answer 44

Reliable Open minded Do your part Communicate Take initiative

Question 44

What are the characteristics of a professional?

Answer 44

On time Dressed right Polite Team worker

Question 45

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

Answer 45

Leadership

Question 45

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

Answer 45

Serve

Question 46

What is the purpose of a resume?

Answer 46

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.

Question 47

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

Answer 47

Things that make you unique,

Question 48

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

Answer 48

Have at least two other people read it

Question 49

To whom should you address a cover letter?

Answer 49

Address to the employer -look them up

Question 50

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

Answer 50

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

Question 51

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

Answer 51

Ask them?

Question 52

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

Answer 52

Career Fairs Help with interviews Professional Networking Resume Help Handshake

Question 53

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

Answer 53

Room Reservations Zotero Research Consultations