Family Life Education: The Practice of Family Science - Second Edition

ISBN 10: 0916174794 / ISBN 13: 9780916174798

Published by Ncfr, 2025

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Family Life Education: The Practice of Family Science - Second Edition
• Publisher: Ncfr
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0916174794
• ISBN 13: 9780916174798
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Useful and informative for seasoned and emerging professionals, as well as for students, Family Life Education: The Practice of Family Science, Second Edition provides a comprehensive examination of the profession from the perspectives of many leading family scholars and educators.

The second edition includes four sections that consider the knowledge and skills needed for the effective practice of Family Life Education:

Foundations of Family Life Education

Integrating Family Life Content Areas into Practice

Family Life Education Teaching & Practice

Critical Topics and Context.

In addition to a thorough discussion of foundational principles and theories and the 10 Family Life Education Content Areas, the book includes chapters focused on Family Life Education (FLE) with various populations and relevant issues including divorcing and separating parents, FLE in home visiting, FLE with military families, FLE with aging populations, marriage and relationship education, FLE and technology, FLE in the legislative process, working with men, trauma-informed practice, and sexual orientation/gender identity. Attention is also given to issues relevant to the professional practice of FLE including career exploration and preparation, ethical thinking and practice, marketing of FLE programs, cultural competence, family life coaching, self-care, and FLE skills. Chapters include discussion questions.