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Culture Bites: Exploring the Intersection of Nutrition, Food, and Heritage

Completed by 2 learners
Ages 13-18
Live Group Course
This course aims to help learners develop a greater appreciation for the connection between food, culture, and personal identity. Learners will explore how different foods and traditions shape their traditions.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(234 reviews)
Popular

Live video meetings
2x per week, 9 weeks
1-6 learners per class
50 min

What's included

18 live meetings
15 in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. included
Assessment
included
Grading
included

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Culture Bites is an 18-lesson course that explores the intersection of nutrition, food, and heritage for teens. Students will delve into the world of food and culture, learning about various cuisines, cultural traditions, and historical contexts that shape our diets. Through hands-on activities, discussions, and reflections, students will develop a deeper appreciation for the diversity of food cultures and an understanding of the impact of nutrition on their own health and well-being.

Learning Goals

*Students will develop a deeper understanding of the intersection of nutrition, food, and heritage.
* Students will explore the cultural significance of food and its impact on their own identity.
* Students will develop critical thinking and analytical skills through discussions and reflections.
* Students will make informed decisions about their own health and nutrition through their understanding of the science of nutrition.

Syllabus

18 Lessons
over 9 Weeks
Lesson 1:
What's Your Food Story?
 Students introduce themselves and share their personal experiences with food and culture. Learn about the geographical Influences on cuisine, Social and Cultural Factors etc 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Meaning of Food
 Students explore the social and cultural significance of food, discussing how it brings people together and shapes traditions. 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Food and Identity
 Students explore how food is tied to their own identity and how it reflects their cultural heritage 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Global Cuisine and Nutrition
 Macro and Micro Nutrients Across Cultures 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Parents or guardians are encouraged to review the course content with their learner and discuss any topics or themes that may be distressing or sensitive. If you have any concerns or questions about the course, please reach out to the course instructor. **Note:** We are committed to creating a safe and respectful learning environment. If you have any concerns or questions about the course, please do not hesitate to reach out.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
+ "The Oxford Companion to American Food and Drink" by Andrew F. Smith + "The Flavor of History" by Shirley A. Arora + "The Food and Culture Reader" by Carole M. Counihan and Penny Van Esterik

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Joined August, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics from Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bailey Fitzgerald
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition Sciences from Mount Saint Vincent University
Erin Madden
The teachers at Happy Kids Nutrition Academy have extensive knowledge and experience in exploring the intersection of food and culture.

We have have taught courses on food culture and identity, and have written extensively on the topic of food and culture.

By the end of this class, students will have gained a deeper understanding of the complex relationships between food, culture, and identity, and will have developed a greater appreciation for the diversity of food traditions and practices around the world.  

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