Evaluate societal conditions that affect individuals, families, and communities.

Evaluation should include

  • determining the effect of wealth and poverty on education, family resources, and communities
  • assessing the importance of education to individuals, families, and communities
  • identifying issues related to the health and safety of individuals, families, and communities
  • recognizing different types of family units and the strengths and weaknesses of each
  • assessing the importance of staying up-to-date on current societal issues that affect individuals, families, and the community in positive and negative ways.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

  • How does wealth affect education, family resources, and communities? How does poverty affect education, family resources, and communities?
  • How can individuals, families, and communities benefit if there is a focus on the importance of education?
  • What are societal factors that affect the health and safety of individuals, families, and communities?
  • What types of family units exist today?
  • How can world events affect families and communities?

Communication

  • What factors might influence how wealth and poverty affect education, family resources, and communities?
  • How can the importance of education be communicated to individuals, families, and communities?
  • What communication techniques can be used to improve family weaknesses?
  • How can technology be used to improve conditions in the family or the community?
  • How can societal values affect personal and family values?

Leadership

  • How can strong communities demonstrate the value of education?
  • What leadership skills can be applied to help improve conditions for individuals, families, and the community?
  • How can the concept of stewardship be demonstrated?
  • How can a leader equip others with needed knowledge and skills to improve the health and safety of individuals, families, and the community?

Management

  • What resources are available to help improve conditions for individuals, families, and the community?
  • What management strategies used by businesses can be adapted to improve conditions for individuals, families, and the community?
  • How can service providers educate citizens about health and safety initiatives?