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From the ESD module with 42 lectures for universities, teaching and learning materials for secondary general and vocational schools were derived, which are also freely available. In this way, Fashion DIET pursues the goal of strengthening the quality and relevance of education and training in the context of fashion and textiles in terms of sustainable orientation by means of open educational materials. In future, teachers and learners are to cooperate more internationally in order to establish the guiding principle of ESD permanently at international level.
1. Teaching and Learning Material assigned to ESD Module Part 1
2. Teaching and Learning Material assigned to ESD Module Part 2
3. Teaching and Learning Material assigned to ESD Module Part 3
All learning materials provided are for non-commercial use only and are licensed under "CC-BY-NC" from Creative Commons.
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ESD Module Part 1: Didactic and Methodological Implementation
Teaching and Learning Materials have already been derived from the lecture topics in bold:
From Sustainability Triple-Bottom Line to Advanced Aspects in the Context of Textiles and Fashion
Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) as a Guiding Principle in the Context of Fashion and Textiles
Research-Based Learning in the Context of Textile Education
Design Thinking - a Suitable Method for Implementing Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in Textile Education
Sustainability Oriented Consumer Education in Fashion and Textiles
Empathy, Mindfulness and Ethical Values in Fashion Consumption
Overcoming the Growth Dilemma - Rational Collective Economy
Lifecycle Assessment
Sustainable Accountability in the EU Textile Market
Societal Health Impact of Textile and Clothing Consumption
Microplastic Fibres and Particles in the Textile Chain – Environmental Impact and Health Effects
Vestimentary Communication: Clothing as a Medium of Communication
Cultural and Intercultural Learning in the Context of Fashion and Textiles
Summary, Reflection and Outlook - Part 1
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After this lesson, students should be able to
- understand and recognise the excessive amount of waste and its problematic nature.
- identify the microplastic pollution of the oceans as one dimension of education for sustainable development.
- recognise possibilities of avoiding waste, e.g., in the area of packaging, and act in the sense of sustainability.
- recognise opportunities that show that waste prevention is about acting creatively and responsibly instead of relinquishing.
- master various textile techniques and apply them as a design element.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Avoiding Waste":
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After this unit the pupils should be able to …
- describe the terms microplastic and textile microplastic.
- describe primary and secondary microplastics.
- analyse the connection between synthetic textiles and the occurrence of microplastics in the environment.
- deduce that textiles made from synthetic fibres produce microplastics directly and indirectly.
- know that besides the type of washing machine and its load, the use of fabric softener and detergent determine the number of emitted fibres.
- know that electric laundry dryers lead to the release of microfibres.
- know that online retailing generates more plastic waste than traditional retailing.
- know that there are products that can help to reduce the pollution from textile microplastics and become aware of how to avoid creating an impact-shift.
- know that avoiding consumption can effectively contribute to tackling the problem of microplastics.
- derive selected strategies for the avoidance of synthetic microfibres and evaluate these regarding their feasibility.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Microplastics":
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After this unit the student should be able to …
- describe the process of repairing as a cultural phenomenon.
- recognise that repairing and recycling can have scarcity and sustainability aspirations in abundance as a starting point.
- recognise that repairing and thus avoiding the consumption of textiles is a way of acting in the sense of sustainability.
- recognise that a (necessary) repair technique can become a decorative element.
- apply different textile techniques (sewing, embroidery, felting) for repair and as decoration from different cultural areas
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Visual Mending":
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ESD Module Part 2: Sustainable Textile Technologies and Fashion in the European Market
Teaching and Learning Materials have already been derived from the lecture topics in bold:
Sustainable Raw Materials and Textile Materials
Sustainable Knitting Production
Dyeing and Printing in the Context of Sustainability
Finishing in the Context of Sustainability
Fashion Design in the Contextof Sustainable Development of the Fashion and Textile Industry (Part 1)
Fashion Design in the Contextof Sustainability (Part 2)
Pattern Making in the Contextof Sustainability: Good Practices
Best Practices of Sustainable Product Development through 3D-Design and Visualization
Clothing Technology and Production Methods in the Context of Sustainability
Social, Health and Environmental Impact in Textile and Apparel Manufacturing Processes
Selected Projects of Students at Partner Universities (Part 1)
Selected Student Projects at Partner Universities (Part 2)
Chances and Risks of a Sustainable Textile and Clothing Production in the European Market
Summary, Reflection and Outlook - Part 2
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After this unit the student should be able to …
- Identify and describe different raw materials used in textile production.
- Recognize the properties and characteristics of various textile materials.
- Differentiate between natural and chemical fibres.
- Understand the environmental impact of different raw materials in the textile chain and fashion industry.
- Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of using specific textile materials also regarding sustainability aspects.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Sustainable Raw Materials in the Textile Chain":
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Textile Quartet":
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Hier können Sie die Lehr- und Lernmaterialien "Textiles Quartett" herunterladen:
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After this lesson, students should be able to..
- describe the phenomenon of craftivism and participatory art and carry out or participate in their own actions.
- become aware of one’s personal responsibility for political action and, ideally, act in this sense.
- name representatives of craftivism and participatory art as well as their actions and participate in them if desired.
- use different textile techniques and apply them as design elements.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Craftivism":
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After this unit, students should be able to:
- recognize a knitted material and understand its basic properties;
- know end uses that a knitted material can have;
- understand the basic difference between the technologies used;
- recognize what type of fabric it is and which parts are reusable;
- know how to separate parts of knitted fabrics to avoid their destruction;
- investigate different solutions for recycling and upcycling knitted fabrics;
- find alternative uses for waste before or after production;
- apply these solutions to other old knitwear.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Recycling and Upcycling of Knitwear":
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After this unit the student should be able to …
- gain knowledge about different sources of natural colorants used in the textile industry, including plants, animals, and minerals. They will learn how to categorize these colorants based on their origin and properties.
- explore the environmental issues associated with synthetic dyes, such as water pollution, chemical waste, and energy consumption. They will develop an understanding of why the textile industry needs sustainable alternatives.
- analyze the sustainability aspects of natural colorants, considering factors such as renewable sourcing, biodegradability, and reduced environmental impact during production and disposal. They will learn to assess the ecological footprint of natural colorants compared to synthetic dyes.
- examine the performance characteristics of natural colorants, including color fastness, lightfastness, and wash ability. They will understand the limitations of natural colorants, such as variations in color intensity and limited color range, and how to address these challenges.
- various techniques for dyeing textiles with natural colorants, such as vat dyeing, mordant dyeing, and eco-printing. They will gain practical knowledge of dyeing processes and learn to apply these techniques in a sustainable and efficient manner.
- explore market trends and consumer demand for sustainable textiles. They will learn to analyze consumer preferences for natural colorants and understand the market potential for eco-friendly textile products. They will also consider factors such as cost, availability, and scalability of natural colorant production.
- develop strategies for incorporating natural dyes into textile production. They will consider factors such as dye selection, process optimization, waste management, and product labeling to ensure a holistic approach to sustainability.
- effectively communicate the benefits of natural colorants and sustainable dyeing practices to various stakeholders, including manufacturers, consumers, and policymakers. They will develop persuasive arguments and engage in discussions to promote the adoption of sustainable practices in the textile industry.
- be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to contribute to the sustainable transformation of the textile industry through the utilization of natural colorants in textile materials.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Shibori Techniques and Natural Dyeing":
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After this unit, the students should be able to …
- describe the collection development process.
- collect ideas, present, and discuss them in plenary.
- check ideas and designs for their sustainable feasibility.
- develop ideas via drafts.
- develop ideas about modelling on the 1:2 scale miniature bust.
- rework existing textiles from a collection and create new costumes.
- work in a resource-saving way with existing materials, such as paper, fabric scraps and cardboard.
- work with and apply the body proportions of children.
- develop patterns for children’s sizes.
- make the costumes for the first fitting, make adjustments and alterations.
- support the presentation of the costumes during the performances by creating hairstyles and make-up for the child actors.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Costume Design":
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After this unit the students should be able to …
- understand the difference between a linear and a circular fashion system.
- compare the linear and the circular fashion system.
- describe different sustainable design strategies.
- create and present a poster about sustainable design strategies.
- design and justify a self-made garment based on sustainable design strategies.
- reflect sustainable design strategies on a theoretical and practical basis.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Circular Fashion":
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After this unit the student should be able to:
- have an understanding of different definitions and the creative nature of upcycling in fashion;
- comprehend the importance of upcycling in the fashion industry;
- understand the differences between upcycling and downcycling;
- evaluate the challenges and limitations in the upcycling process;
- analyse different approaches in design in upcycling fashion;
- study success stories and practices in upcycling at REDU;
- apply different creative techniques in upcycling textile products.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Design Approaches in Upcycling in Fashion":
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After this unit the student should be able to …
- describe connection between silk painting and different aspects of sustainable fashion;
- recognize batik silk painting technique, used materials and tools;
- describe ornaments on slow fashion silk painted scarves and clothes;
- apply batik silk painting technique in creation of slow fashion products;
- design your sustainable fashion silk painted product.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Silk Painting":
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After this unit the student should be able to …
- describe different wool felting techniques and heir applying in the contemporary fashion;
- describe connection between wool felting and different aspects of sustainable fashion;
- recognize which types of wool felted products are sustainable fashion products;
- recognize which wool felting techniques are appropriate for creation of sustainable fashion products;
- apply wet wool felting technique in creation of sustainable fashion products;
- design your sustainable wool felted fashion product.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Wool Felting":f
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After this unit the student should be able to …
- recognize the golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence as sustainable proportions;
- recognize geometric figures and tiles based on the golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence;
- apply the sustainable golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence in fashion design and pattern making of women’s clothes as direct proportions or by use of geometric figures;
- apply the golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence tiles in sustainable fashion design;
- realize designs with application of golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence tiles and forms based on them.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Golden Ratio and Fibonacci Sequence":
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After this unit the student should be able to:
- describe and analyse the impact of the waste in the fashion industry;
- recognise that upcycling is a way of reducing these huge amounts of waste;
- understand the differences between recycling and upcycling;
- recognise that upcycling is a way of acting in the sense of sustainability and a step towards circular economy;
- describe the main advantages of upcycling clothes;
- analyse different aspects and recommendations for the practice of upcycling;
- apply different approaches and techniques in upcycling clothes.
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Upcycling in Fashion: Advantages and students' approaches":
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ESD Module Part 3: Sustainability and Entrepreneurship in the European Market
Teaching and Learning Materials have already been derived from the lecture topics in bold:
Fashion Consumption in the European Market
Consumer Research
The Impacts of E-Commerce and Media on Sustainable Fashion
Global Textiles and Clothing Supply Chain
State of the Art in Globalisation and Industrialisation in the Textile and Clothing Industry
International Procurement of Textiles and Clothing for the European Retail Market
Supplier Relationships
Social Risk Management in Fashion Supply Chains
Best Practices of Sustainable Business Models
Transparency in Fashion Business
Green Fashion Retail
New Strategies for Sustainable Textiles and Fashion in the European Market
Chances and Risks of Slow Fashion Strategies and a Circular Economy in the European Market
Summary, Refection and Outlook - Part 3
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After this unit the pupils should be able to …
- Reflect on their own consumption behaviour
- Know about the role that fashion plays in our everyday life
- Know different factors that trigger fashion consumption
- List and explain the main profiteers of fashion overconsumption
- Explain different ways to reduce fashion overconsumption
- Know about the purpose of textile labels
- List the most common textile labels
- Analyse and evaluate the trustworthiness of textile labels
- Know what greenwashing is
- Explain the benefits of greenwashing for companies
- Recognize greenwashing
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Fashion Consumption":
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After this unit the pupils should be able to …
- Know what fast fashion is
- Explain why and how fast fashion negatively impacts the environment
- List alternative consumption model
- Explain why these models might be more sustainable than others
- Know what a business model is
- Analyse and evaluate a business model of an alternative consumption model
- Reflect on the feasibility and the actual sustainable impact of such business models
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Sustainable Fashion Business Models":
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After this unit the pupils should be able to …
- Know the most important textile production countries
- Discuss why these countries are so attractive for the fashion industry
- Identify and analyse various stakeholders and processes involved in the fashion supply chains
- Identify and analyse the key elements in the fashion supply chain
- Know the cost of production, including labor, shipping and handling, and other overhead costs of a T-Shirt.
- Discuss the reasons for the differences and social & ecological impact of production costs on the retail price of a T-shirt.
- Know about the mistreat of human rights in the
- reflect who is responsible for implementing and enforcing the demand
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Here you can download the Teaching and Learning Materials "Global Textile Supply Chains"