Practical Examination in Home Economics Classroom, San Francisco State College, c. 1960

About This Item

A student demonstrates cooking techniques at a stove while a group of women observe from a semi-circle in a Home Economics classroom at San Francisco State College. The setting suggests a practical examination or instructional demonstration, with attention to appliance use, food preparation, and kitchen procedure. c. 1960.

Identifier
TP-ATA-1815
Date
1960
Context

Home Economics programs at San Francisco State College emphasized applied instruction in cooking, nutrition, and household management. Practical examinations and demonstrations were used to evaluate students’ skills and teaching ability, reflecting the program’s role in preparing educators and professionals in domestic science fields.

What might be assessed:

  • Correct operation of appliances
  • Knowledge of cooking sequences or kitchen timing
  • Proper sanitation habits
  • Ability to instruct or demonstrate to others—a big part of Home Ec training

Institutional Context:

This fits with the competency-based approach of San Francisco State Home Economics Department. Many Home Ec programs required students to:

  • Pass practicum exams in realistic settings
  • Be evaluated on both technical skill and teaching ability
  • Interact with faculty or real community participants in the process

 

Credits: 

Some technical descriptions and historical interpretations were developed with the assistance of ChatGPT, an AI language model by OpenAI.

 

 

Geographic Coverage
San Francisco, CA
Temporal Coverage
1960s
Type
Still Image
Format
Negative
Source
San Francisco State University Archives
Rights
Public
Views
576

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