THE ESSENCE OF CONSUMER EDUCATION IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: ANALYSIS OF THE CRITERION “SKILLS” IN THE CONTEXT OF KNOWLEDGE USAGE

Abstract

Analysis of the Criterion “Skills” in the Context of Knowledge Usage focuses on the criterion “skills” that was advanced for evaluation of student achievement in consumer education. The levels of the criterion show students' proficiency in purposeful use of the knowledge acquired.The report describes the development dynamics of the students’ skills and application of acquired knowledge in everyday life situations that lead to the conclusion that the consumer education content acquisition process not only teaches students how to handle standard situations but provides the opportunity to develop the ability to analyze causes and consequences of personal actions in the aspect of environmental and social sustainability.