FAMILY STUDIES 12
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Recipe for Success
Families in Society
In this module, students examine how the definition
of family has evolved as society has changed.
They discuss the role of families in society, identify
various family structures, analyse current trends in
Canadian families, and compare customs and
traditions of families in different cultures. Students
study the roles and responsibilities of family
members and identify factors that influence family
dynamics. They learn about a variety of economic,
social, emotional, and global issues and challenges
that may affect families and generate strategies that
can be used to help families meet specific issues and
challenges.
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Interpersonal & Family Relationships
In this module, students examine the reasons
people form relationships and the qualities
important in various types of relationships.
They learn about characteristics of readiness for a
committed relationship, identify the legal and
financial implications of various committed
relationships, and explore a variety of marriage/
commitment customs and ceremonies. Students
examine why different types of relationships end,
and healthy or positive ways people deal with the
end of a relationship. They also analyse the legal
and financial implications of ending various types
of committed relationships. This module includes
an emphasis on effective communication skills and
how such skills contribute to positive interactions.
Students study the components of both healthy and
unhealthy relationships and learn ways to handle
potentially unsafe relationship situations.
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Careers & Finances
In this module, students study the role housing plays in meeting
physical, social, and emotional needs, and how
housing needs change through life. Students analyse
the cost of independent living and the relationship
between income and expenses, consider various
factors that may influence housing choices, and
identify the legal rights and responsibilities of
independent living. Students learn how to analyse
and interpret floor plans for personal preference,
efficiency, and safety, how to analyse and use the
elements and principles of design, and how to
generate and apply criteria for selecting housing
and interior products. Emphasis is also placed on
the importance of home maintenance and safety
and ways in which consumers can conserve energy,
water, and other resources in the home.
Students examine the variety of housing options,
including the economic decisions involved in
renting or buying a home, and investigate
considerations for purchasing and paying for major
household items. Finally, students research the
training required and working conditions of
various occupations and career opportunities
related to housing and the environment.