Students will develop appropriate skills and knowledge in relation to food, nutrition and food preparation. Students will explore the historical factors that have influenced eating patterns in Australia with particular focus on multiculturalism and the political and social changes of the family unit.
Students are assessed holistically based off assessment tasks, design briefs, class participation and practical tasks.
Assessment examples include:
• Food safety and hygiene.
• Eat Well Be Well – What is food? Nutrients in food, digestion and selecting food wisely.
• Snack Attack – based on the Live Lighter campaign.
• That Sugar Film – work modules
• Interdisciplinary module – Drumsticks in collaboration with Science, Music and English curriculum areas.
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