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An older name for home economics, emphasizing skills for home management.

A field focused on topics like budgeting, buying goods, and understanding consumer rights.

The educational level where Home Economics is most frequently a part of the curriculum.

Skills and knowledge to manage a household and family life efficiently.

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Another term for home economics is family and consumer sciences.
The main focus of home economics lies in equipping individuals with skills in managing resources, including finances, nutrition, textiles, and human relationships.

Home economics is most commonly taught in secondary schools, often included in high school curriculums.
Family and consumer sciences are also taught at post-secondary levels, including community colleges and universities, as well as in adult education programs.

The historical purpose of home economics courses was to prepare individuals for managing households efficiently and effectively, emphasizing education in practical skills for family management.