My unit revolves around the concept of "Trashion". Just like it sounds, trashion is a combination of trash and fashion. Trashion is a philosophy and an ethic encompassing environmentalism and innovation. It is a term used for fashion items and objects which are created from used, thrown-out and recycled elements. Trashion is considered to be a form of recycling, which refers to repurposing things for new uses, rather than simply getting rid of them. In this unit of work, students will investigate elements of sustainable fashion, which is also called eco fashion. This is part of the growing design philosophy and trend of sustainability. This unit aims at inspiring individuals towards responsible consumerism, creative re-use and conscientious disposal by providing unique fashion based and educational opportunities. The unit encompasses the philosophy of restoring the earth by creatively transforming our engagement with materials. This idea encourages and inspires positive behavioural change by asking students to reconsider their consumption and disposal choices in an innovative and memorable way.
This is such an exciting area Amanda.
ReplyDeleteI loved your action plan for eLearning, and am looking forward to seeing how you embed that Middle Phase focus into your unit.
It is looking great!