@conference{itaa 8378, author = {Ling Zhang}, title = {Action Research in Apparel Design Using Digital Textile Printing Technology}, volume = {76}, year = {2019}, url = {https://www.iastatedigitalpress.com/itaa/article/id/8378/}, issue = {1}, doi = {10.31274/itaa.8378}, abstract = {Conducting research in design is a process of investigating how materials, ideas, and systems intersect and operate, and then further impact the society, culture, and people’s lives (Crouch & Pearce, 2012). Qualitative research is the major form of design research, which assess the behavior and sensitivities of human beings (Swann, 2002). When designers face research problems, a key strategy is to ask basic questions (Crouch & Pearce, 2012). Lawson (1984) also stated that when designers need to solve a problem, they propose a variety of possible solutions until they find a gratifying one. Different from the “problem-focused” strategy posed by natural scientists, designers employ “solution-focused” strategies. Thus, “synthesis” is emphasized in the design research process (Swann, 2002). The purpose of this study is to employ the action research model in design. It synthesizes designing textile prints and apparel design. }, month = {12}, keywords = { 3-step design process,Action research, digital textile printing}, issn = {2769-0512}, publisher={Iowa State University Digital Press}, journal = {International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings} }