Pedagogy and Professional Development
Authors: Virginia M Noon (Framingham State University) , Vera Bruce Ashley (El Camino Community College)
The purpose of this presentation is to share the results of using videoconferencing to inform fashion students in a sophomore level research methods class on the integral role of research in product design and development. A talented young designer employed by a multinational athletic footwear conglomerate (headquartered on the west coast of the United States) was invited to speak to students at an east coast university using Internet videoconferencing.
Keywords: research, methods, designer, videoconferencing
How to Cite: Noon, V. M. & Bruce Ashley, V. (2013) “Industry Connections: Linking Design Professionals to Fashion Students Using Real Time Technology”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings. 70(1).