Results of a study indicated that home economics teachers in New Mexico place a strong emphasis on clothing construction in the curriculum. It is important that other aspects of clothing and textiles be taught lest they be lost as classes are eliminated. (JOW)

A system for teaching clothing design (draping or flat pattern) and advanced construction techniques by means of individualized instruction utilizing 8mm color sound filmloop is described. (Author/HB)

Recent social changes and changes in the ways the profession views itself suggest that there are undeveloped options for teaching clothing. Clothing can be a medium for teaching about a wide variety of issues such as individual personality, interpersonal relationships, and family and social behavior. (JOW)

Describes an adult education for women in Kosovo to learn dressmaking. Indicates that the primary purpose of the class was to bring the women together for conversation and mutual support. (JOW)

Content analysis of 64 college clothing-and-textiles programs found only four courses required by at least 50%: basic construction, costume history, textiles, and social/cultural/psychological aspects of clothing. These courses may constitute a core curriculum for the program area. (SK)

ALTHOUGH THIS GUIDE PROVIDES RESOURCE MATERIALS FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A PROGRAM FOR THE TRAINING OF CLOTHING MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS, THE TEACHER WILL NEED TO ADAPT IT TO THE NEEDS AND EXPERIENCES OF HER TRAINEES AND TO THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. UNDER THE EMPLOYER'S SUPERVISION, THE CLOTHING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST ALTERS, CLEANS, PRESSES, REPAIRS, AND…

This book offers patterns and instructions that will enable amateurs to turn out authentic costumes for school plays. Step-by-step guidance is provided for the adaptation and design of dress for period plays with Egyptian, biblical, Greek, Roman, and Renaissance backgrounds. Materials suggested for further adaptations are inexpensive and easily…

The process of making cloth gives children new insights and new skills. (Editor)

Techniques are presented for sewing clothing for children or adults with handicaps. Considerations in sewing adapted clothing include the most appropriate type of pattern for a particular disability, fabric choices, and items needed for clothing construction. Eight sources of sewing supplies are listed, with descriptions of items available.…

This kit has been designed to acquaint the instructor of adult textiles and clothing programs with some of the teaching aids that might be used to improve the learning process. The main parts of the publication include: Preparing and Using Transparencies; Developing a Learning Experience Using a Transparency; A Master Transparency with Overlays;…

GRADES OR AGES: Grade 7 and 8. SUBJECT MATTER: Home Economics: foods, clothing, and related areas. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: The guide is in two main sections--food and related areas, and clothing and related areas. Each section is subdivided as follows: introduction, adopted texts and approximate length of units, special information…

In a summer program, 4-H youth spend three days at the University of Nebraska exploring clothing, textile, and design subjects. Follow-up reports from 26 of 34 participants indicated most found learning to use a serger and computer design useful; 92% enjoyed interaction with faculty; the number considering enrollment increased from 23% before to…

Secondary vocational-technical education programs in Mississippi are faced with many challenges resulting from sweeping educational reforms at the national and state levels. Schools and teachers are increasingly being held accountable for providing true learning activities to every student in the classroom. This accountability is measured through…

This package consists of various bilingual instructional materials for use in helping Indochinese refugees learn basic clothing management skills. Included in the package are Vietnamese and English translations of instructional booklets dealing with selecting and caring for winter clothing and reading labels explaining clothing care requirements.…