Sweden Grundskola Home Economics Curriculum

This curriculum outlines the subject of Home Economics (Hem- och konsumentkunskap) within the Swedish Grundskola. Home Economics education aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to manage a household effectively and make informed consumer choices that promote well-being and sustainable development.

Aims

The subject aims to develop students' knowledge and interest in household work, economics, and consumer choices. It emphasizes practical skills, sensory experiences, and critical thinking related to food and meals. Students are encouraged to develop initiative and creativity in cooking, meal planning, and other household tasks. The curriculum also promotes awareness of the impact of household choices on health, well-being, and resources. Students learn about consumer rights, finances, and cultural variations in households.

Learning Objectives: Years 7-9

By the end of Year 9, students should be able to:

• Food and Cooking:
• Cook for various needs and contexts.
• Understand food properties and uses.
• Choose appropriate ingredients and cooking methods, including baking.
• Plan, organize, and evaluate cooking processes.
• Create meals based on seasonal ingredients and leftovers.
• Understand and follow instructions and recipes.
• Discuss sensory experiences related to food.
• Use kitchen tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain hygiene and food safety.
• Personal Finance and Consumption:
• Manage personal finances, including budgeting.
• Understand credit, subscriptions, loans, and savings.
• Differentiate between factual consumer information and advertising.
• Know consumer rights and responsibilities.
• Lifestyle Choices:
• Compose varied and balanced meals.
• Understand the social significance of meals and different food traditions.
• Reflect on household task allocation and gender equality.
• Make sustainable choices regarding food and other goods.
• Implement cleaning and laundry routines.

Grading Criteria (Year 9)

• Grade E: The student can plan and cook meals and manage other practical household tasks using mostly functional methods. They can simply describe factors influencing personal finance and consumer choices, and simply evaluate the impact of household choices on health, economy, and the environment.
• Grade C: The student can plan and cook meals and manage other practical household tasks using effective methods. They can thoroughly describe factors influencing personal finance and consumer choices, and thoroughly evaluate the impact of household choices on health, economy, and the environment.
• Grade A: The student can plan and cook meals and manage other practical household tasks using highly effective methods. They can comprehensively describe factors influencing personal finance and consumer choices, and comprehensively evaluate the impact of household choices on health, economy, and the environment. They can effectively evaluate how the work process has affected the quality of the result.