Oxford High School

Courses in Family and Consumer Science

#     Food for Fitness and Health (10-12)     One Semester         .5 Credit

The course will help students understand the connections between what we eat and how it impacts our health and the way we live.  Areas of study will include basic nutrition, the scientific evaluation of food and the energy it provides, the digestive system, weight control and management, metabolism, diets for various populations and the impacts and health implications of supplements and other dietary choices. 

1. Enduring Understandings (broad ideas, usually grounded in the discipline):

• Strengthening the well being of individuals and families across the life span;
• Becoming responsible citizens and leaders in family, community, and work settings;
• Promoting optimal nutrition and wellness across the life span;
• Managing resources to meet the material needs of individuals and families;
• Balancing personal, home, family, and work lives;
• Using critical and creative thinking skills to address problems in diverse family, community, and work environments;
• Successful life management, employment, and career development;
• Functioning effectively as providers and consumers of goods and services; and
• Appreciating human worth and accepting responsibility for one’s actions and success in family and work life.
   

2. Course Specific Goals (aligned with Content Standards):

• Introduce students to suggested procedures and methods to adopt a healthy way of eating.

• Gain knowledge of the recommended dietary allowances, the six basic nutrients, and the effects of fats in their food intake.

• Enhance scientific knowledge of how food affects our bodies.
  o d. Create healthful, delicious, and eye appealing meals for finished products. e. e. Utilize research tools and techniques to assess, evaluate and synthesize information in order to answer questions, solve problems, and/or defend positions.

• Demonstrate the ability to identify and analyze problems and support conclusions using appropriate methods and technology.

• Utilize technology to research and communicate effectively.

• Demonstrate the ability to express themselves creatively.

• Demonstrate the ability to broaden their own intellectual interests.

• Demonstrate knowledge of other cultures.

• Acquire the knowledge necessary to live a healthy life.

3. Expected Performances (aligned with state Expected Performances):

• Learn safety, sanitation, and personal hygiene as it relates to handling food safely.

• Learn about nutrition, food preparation and meal planning.

• Set goals for a healthy lifestyle.

• Learn to use kitchen tools safely correctly.

• Plan meals according to one’s goals.

• Work cooperatively with others.

• Created and learn new ways to prepare healthy meals.

Food for Fitness and Health:  Scope and Sequence Calendar