It's very useful. Visit the schools and talk to the people who work and go there. Certainly, if possible, cook with friends who are good cooks. Do anything to be around people who know about cooking - wash dishes, peel potatoes. Be there to watch and learn.
TV shows can be very helpful.
Start cooking yourself. They should discover that there are many ways of reaching the same goal. Learn the technique and go at it. Don't be slavish to recipes. Do it and have a good time.