Initiative: Student Project: Design an Eco-Friendly Garment
Please describe your activity and its relevance to
sustainability in the curriculum. The topic of Sustainable
Textile Product Development incorporates everything that goes
into the development of a sustainable textile product-- from
sourcing materials, production processes, standards &
certifications, Fair Trade, and the marketing of the product. It
includes all 3 aspects of sustainability: environmental, social
and economic. "Design an Eco-Friendly Garment" is a student
project I have been using with Fashion Design Students in their
TS132 class, Introduction to Textile Principles for Fashion
Designers, since 2007. Briefly describe your experience
implementing your activity. This initiative has been effective
because the students become involved in researching and
supporting their decisions, ensuring that they take ownership of
their project. I have found that many of the students are
passionate about making a difference. Based on your experience,
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