Marcy E. Gaston, J. Mitchell Vaterlaus, Nicole C. Wanago
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Abstract
Cooking at home has declined for decades, reducing food skill development among younger generations. Using Bronfenbrenner's ecological model, this study surveyed young adults (n = 270) and food and nutrition educators (n = 93). Thematic analysis resulted in three themes: (1) Life Cycle Influences on Food Skill Development, (2) Food Skill Development and Education, and (3) Practical Strategies for Developing Food Skills. Both groups agreed that food skill education should be practical and relevant, using social media and internet resources to enhance skill development.
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Publishing original research and scholarly reviews in areas of family and consumer sciences and related disciplines, Family & Consumer Sciences Research Journal is concerned with the general well-being of families and individuals, including such areas as child and family studies; clothing and textiles; consumer sciences education; family economics and management; food and nutrition; and housing, equipment, and design.