School of Agriculture and Applied Science

Sherman Lewis School of Agriculture and Applied Science

DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES

Mission

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences ensures that the students will receive a high quality education through program options that are effective and efficient in the twenty-first century. The mission of the Department is to (1) educate students for a dual role including balancing successful family living and preparation for the professional world, (2) to improve rural and urban life so that it will be rewarding and satisfying by extending service through Family and Consumer Sciences, (3) to develop interest in the important scope and needs of research in Family and Consumer Sciences.

Description

The Department of Family and Consumer Sciences is in the E.L. Holloway Education, Research, and Extension Complex. The Department has a Demonstration Learning Center for instructional use as well as individual and group auto-tutorials. An Early Childhood Laboratory is used for developing skills in working with children and their families. Students majoring in Child Development and Early Childhood Education will be provided with an opportunity to work with young children in an early childhood setting. Early Childhood and Child Development majors can observe the teacher learning process in its natural setting and study the organization of the school and classroom. Early Childhood and Child Development majors will be provided positive experiences with children and identify characteristics of the successful teacher and the acceptable mode of personal and professional behavior. In addition, parents will receive information related to child development, learning theories, nutrition and health needs. Parents will be provided with demonstrations on the use of instructional materials and activities to meet the needs of young children through parent education workshops/seminars, home-instructional packets, personalized instruction sessions, basic skill achievement goals checklist and individual education plan for identified students.

Faculty

CONTACT

Evia L. Davis, Ed.D.
Chairperson/Associate Professor

Assessment of Student Learning

An assessment of student learning is administered during the last semester of the student’s academic program or prior to student teaching.
1. Bachelor’s degree Candidates

The Family and Consumer Sciences Assessment Test (FCSAT) is administered at the conclusion of their academic experience. It consists of a written comprehensive examination. The comprehensive examination is very closely aligned with the Family & consumer’s Conceptual Framework, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) Standards.

The Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT) is designed to assess subject area knowledge and skills required of entry-level educators in Oklahoma. All individuals seeking an initial Early Childhood Education license in the State of Oklahoma must pass the Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT). Candidate’s responses must demonstrate an understanding of knowledge and skills in the field of Early Childhood Education. There are three sub-areas further broken into eighteen competencies. The three areas are language and literacy development, learning across the curriculum, and child development and early childhood programs. The early childhood test is also comprised of selected response questions. Candidates scoring 300-280 are considered exemplary; 279-260 competent; 259 to 240 acceptable; and those scoring below 240 do not pass the OSAT. In the Early Childhood option there were no candidates assessed for the 2013-2014 academic year.

The Program systematically uses the data to determine strengths and needs of the teaching and learning process. Data results are used to develop and improve assignments, rubrics and refine teaching practices that will continually enhance and strengthen the program. Student appraisal of faculty teaching effectiveness is conducted at the end of each semester.

2. Associate degree students

As part of the program’s achieving and maintaining NAEYC accreditation, it must report annually on at least three of the following measures and display these data via easily located links on its website.

Outcome Measure #1: The Number of Program Completers

Outcome Measure #2: The Program Completion Rate

Outcome Measure #3: Institutional Selected Data

Students enrolled in the practicum course are required to complete the Reflective Essay Assessment prior to graduation. The essay is aligned to each of the NAEYC Standards: (1) Promoting Child Development, (2) Building Family and Community Relationships, (3) Observing, Documenting, and Assessing Children, (4) Using Developmentally Effective Approaches, (5) Using Content Knowledge to Build Meaningful Curriculum, and (6) Becoming a Professional. Outcomes are reviewed with faculty and are incorporated into the annual department course reviews for curriculum development, program planning and improvements. Student appraisal of faculty teaching effectiveness is conducted at the end of each semester.

The A.S. Child Development at Langston University is accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Early Childhood Higher Education Programs of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. The accreditation term runs from March 2019 through March 2021.

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Upcoming Events

45th Anniversary Luncheon: LU-Tulsa

June 13, 2024
The Langston University urban campuses located in Oklahoma City and Tulsa will commemorate their 45-year anniversaries this June with celebratory luncheons. LU-Tulsa will celebrate its 45-year anniversary with a luncheon in the Doubletree by Hilton in Downtown Tulsa on June 13. The deadline to purchase tickets is June 6. Tickets can be purchased for $45 at bit.ly/LUTulsa45. Paid parking available near ...

Juneteenth Informational Fair

June 13, 2024
Langston University will host a Juneteenth Informational Fair at the Oklahoma City campus, 7401 N. Kelley Avenue, on Thursday, June 13 from 5-7 p.m. The event, sponsored by LU’s Reach Higher Program, will feature family-friendly activities such as a bounce house, face painting and food. It will also give attendees an opportunity to learn about Langston’s online bachelor’s degree in ...

We Roar In Dallas: A One-Stop Enrollment Event

June 22, 2024
Interested students and their family are invited to attend Langston University’s “WE ROAR IN DALLAS” event on Saturday, June 22, 2024 from 10 am to 2 pm in the Christian Temple of Faith Fellowship Hall at 14120 Noel Road in Dallas! During this FREE event, meet with Admissions, Financial Aid, Advising, and Housing Representatives at Oklahoma’s only Historically Black College ...

Lion Camp 2024

July 26, 2024
Lion Camp is a time for new students to venture to campus, meet fellow Lions, and begin their academic and campus engagement experience. The purpose of Lion Camp is to make your transition to college life as smooth and enjoyable as possible while also integrating you and your family into the Langston University community. Students who attend Lion Camp get ...

Lion Camp Begins

July 26, 2024
Langston University is pleased to welcome the Incoming Class of 2028 during Lion Camp! Lion Camp runs from July 26th through August 4th, 2024. More information available at: https://langston.edu/event/lion-camp-2024/.