5. Preparation of pillow covers/cushion covers using fabric painting/
block printing/screen printing.
6. Cleaning and polishing of leather goods.
7. Study of storage areas in the home (rooms, kitchen). Suggest
improvements. Prepare rough sketches.
8. Visit to a laundry unit / weaving unit.
Suggestive Laboratory Equipment :
Depends on the selection of the topic and the decision of the teacher.
Qualification of the teacher :
Teacher with a Master’s / Bachelor’s Degree in Home Science or a
Diploma in Home Science from a recognized university or polytechnic is
most eligible for taking the subject.
Product outcome :
All assignments should be evaluated individually based on the efforts put
in to prepare them and the product prepared. The goods may be then
displayed in the school.
Record Work :
A proper record file should be maintained for survey work, floor plans and
other theoretical portions. Paintings / fixures / wall hangings etc.
prepared have to be submitted for evaluation.
Evaluation :
Each assignment has to be evaluated side by side in terms of the product
prepared. File work should also be evaluated and grading done, as per
CBSE grading system. Final evaluation term wise should be based on
both products prepared and file assessment.
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