Pedagogy and Professional Development

Collaborative Teaching, Learning, and Guidance from Industry Professionals in an Advanced Merchandising Math Course

Authors: V. Ann Paulins (The Ohio State University) , Julie L Hillery (Ohio State University - Main Campus) , Aminah Shahzad (The Ohio State University) , Ashley Simon (The Ohio State University)

Abstract

An innovative and industry-collaborative approach to teaching Retail Merchandising Mathematics was developed. The curriculum included a pre-course assessment, a buying project assignment, collaboration and guidance by industry professionals, presentations to students in the pre-requisite course, and post-course assessments. This approach enabled presentation of content in ways that made it relevant to students' future careers. Analysis confirmed student growth and learning in a way that bridges the gap between student classroom-based learning and industry applications.

Keywords: merchadising mathematics, SoTL, Fashion Industry

How to Cite: Paulins, V. A. , Hillery, J. L. , Shahzad, A. & Simon, A. (2025) “Collaborative Teaching, Learning, and Guidance from Industry Professionals in an Advanced Merchandising Math Course”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 81(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.18589