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Pedagogy and Professional Development

The Relationship Between Attitudes Towards Science and Sustainability

Authors
  • Gwendolyn Hustvedt (Texas State University)
  • Jiyun Kang (Texas State University)
  • Duy Le (Texas State University)

Abstract

Many Fashion, Textile and Clothing (FTC) programs are exploring or reaffirming the commitment of the discipline to supporting sustainable consumption and fostering the development of their students as ethical professionals capable of valuing sustainability in their professional decision-making. At the same time, national policy is focusing education on supporting economic development and technological innovation by turning out students qualified for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers.

Keywords: Ethics, sustainability, STEM, curriculum

How to Cite:

Hustvedt, G., Kang, J. & Le, D., (2013) “The Relationship Between Attitudes Towards Science and Sustainability”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 70(1).

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Published on
01 Jan 2013
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