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Learning Area: Health and Physical Education

Home Economics > LEVEL 9





Subject Focus: Food, Nutrition & Health

1] I can discuss the impact of seasonal and sustainable food choices.
LEARNING TO KNOW
2] I can compare the quality of different convenience foods with the fresh equivalent and apply guidelines for the effective use of convenience foods in meal planning through practical outcomes.
 CREATIVE LEARNING
3] I understand the issues of food packaging.
 LEARNING TO BE
4] I am able to interpret the items on labels of prepacked foods, such as the sell-by date and additives, with reference to food legislation.
 PERSONAL LEARNING
5] I can identify and explain the various methods of food preservation.
 LISTENING AND SPEAKING
6] I can discuss the advantages of home freezing and apply it in an effective manner.
 SOCIAL LEARNING
7] I can explain the role of food hygiene and apply such principles to prevent food spoilage and contamination by micro-organisms.
COGNITIVE LEARNING
8] I can identify bacterial diseases that could lead to food contamination and spoilage if involved in food preparation.

9] I can identify the factors which facilitate the development of micro-organism growth on foods and how to prevent this.
10] I know the symptoms of food poisoning and what to do if it occurs.
11] I am aware that different cultures regard food in different ways.
 SOCIAL CHANGE



Learning Area Outcome: ​

Subject Focus: Financial Literacy

1] I can investigate and prioritise the steps to follow when purchasing a home.
 COGNITIVE
2] I can discuss insurance and assurance, giving examples of both.
 LISTENING AND SPEAKING
3] I can explore issues such as value for money, loans and debts.
 PERSONAL LEARNING



Subject Focus: Safety and Risk Management

1] I can identify ways of securing a home. 
                                                                                                                                                                     



Subject Focus: Practical Interventions

1] I can make informed decisions after selecting relevant information using ICT, Mathematics, Economics and other Sciences where applicable.
 COGNITIVE LEARNING
2] I can apply my knowledge and skills to situations where I demonstrate deeper understanding by thinking critically, evaluating evidence and solving problems.
 LEARNING TO BE
3] I can use equipment safely and correctly and use new technology in the Food Lab.
 COGNITIVE LEARNING
4] I can effectively plan, budget and purchase ingredients for a variety of assignments. I can demonstrate my time and task management skills to efficiently prepare appropriate foods and beverages.
 INTERPERSONAL



Subject Focus: Home & Family Well-Being

1] I understand the basic requirements of a dwelling and the utilities considered essential in modern living.
 LEARNING TO LIVE TOGETHER
2] I can list the factors which influence the choice of a home.
 LEARNING TO LIVE TOGETHER
3] I understand the relationship between human activity, functional layout and the design of a home.
 LEARNING TO LIVE TOGETHER
4] I can suggest some practical ways to show how various sources of stress within the family can be managed.
 COGNITIVE LEARNING
5] I can obtain viewpoints of others on issues such as parenting skills, managing aspects of family life or role reversal in families.
COMMUNICATING FOR DIVERSITY
6] I can identify key sources of information and support provided for families.



Subject Focus: Sustainable Management and Effective Use of Resources

1] I understand the issues for and against renewable sources of energy in communities e.g. solar panels.
 LEARNING TO LIVE TOGETHER
2] I am aware of the harm that some household chemicals and others used in appliances have had on the ozone layer.
 LEARNING TO KNOW
3] I can assess packaging materials and select the ones that meet functional and aesthetic requirements but cause least impact on the environment.
 LEARNING TO BE
4] I have knowledge of the design principles underlying a labour efficient, safe and energy saving kitchen, as well as the best choice of lighting, ventilation, wall and floor covering and work surfaces. 
 LEARNING TO LIVE TOGETHER
5] I can make an informed and critical assessment of the need for and use, of labour saving devices in the kitchen.
 SOCIAL LEARNING
6] I understand the basic scientific principles underlying the washing processes.  
 LEARNING TO BE
7] I am able to take decisions that impact the environment in the least possible way, especially when choosing sustainable devices e.g.washing machine.
8] I can make the distinction between natural and synthetic fabrics.
 COGNITIVE LEARNING
9] I can interpret the international textile care labelling code.
 READING AND UNDERSTANDING
10] I can take optimal care of clothing with minimal impact on the environment.
 LEARNING TO BE




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