Elementary School Curriculum for Consumer Education Clothing Area

Abstract

A questionnaire survey was conducted regarding garments worn by elementary school children to see their wearing behavior from several aspects. The results were used to establish a curriculum for consumer education, aiming at development of independent individuals, within the area of clothing only. The curriculum incorporates a good deal of clothing management, sewing and wearing. The curriculum is different from the teaching guidelines now in use. Problems remain in conjunction with setting up of time schedule and subject matter. These problems, however, are expected to be solved as we gain practical experience so that a better curriculum is completed in the future.