PLEASE NOTE:
- This course is one semester in length.
- This course includes teacher services. The auto-graded option is not yet available.
Primary Grade: 9
Grade Range: 9, 10
Credit Equivalency:
Semester: 0.5 Credits
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Fashion Design is an advanced course for students interested in learning the intricate process of how the fashion system works. Students will study the fashion business in sequential order from concept to consumer. They will examine all of the processes involved in the industry from producing raw materials, apparel, and accessories to the retail stores that sell fashion merchandise to the public. Students learn that the decision-making process is complex and not just about the latest designers, styles, or trends of an era. In this course, students will explore the history of fashion, including the looks and creations at every era. They will discover the equipment, tools, and fabrics used to create fashion, and they will learn how technology is used in fashion. Students have an opportunity to express themselves and their style through the creation of their own fashion design sketches and mood boards. Students will learn fashion terminology and how to forecast new and upcoming fashion trends.
COURSE TOPICS
- Career Preparation
- Career Research
- Career Acquisition
- Understanding the Workplace
- Career Retention and Advancement
- Financial Literacy
- Job Shadowing
TEACHER SERVICES
All course teachers are certified, subject-area content experts. The teacher will grade student assessments and provide detailed feedback. The course teacher is available to answer student questions via email, during scheduled office hours, or by virtual appointment. The teacher will carry out documented modifications and accommodations that are applicable to the online course. Progress monitoring and supplemental material will be provided by the teacher as needed.