Author: Frances J. Parker

Publisher:

Published: 1983

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780023917103

Abstract: A textbook introduces home economics students to modes of professional interaction from an historical, contemporary, and future perspective. Competencies and careers for the home economist are identified in business, education, dietetics, and research. One of the 8 sections of the text describes the chronological growth and accomplishments of the technique; another covers professional affiliations and organizational membership as interactive strategies for group impact to effect change. Public policy involvement and an overview of the scope and nature of home economics research also are addressed. Five appendices cover: achievements and highlights of home economics from 1909-1981; a listing of competencies by specialization area; and a tabulation of professional organizations. (wz).