Empowering minds.
Unlocking potential through confidence, flexibility, and independence, I cultivate a dynamic learning environment where students become both critical thinkers and creative innovators.
A teacher is entrusted with the important role of delivering knowledge. However, it is through the collaboration of instructors and students, and the combination of theoretical knowledge and practical experience that I believe learning at the post-secondary level surpasses the simple dissemination of information. An active and fair learning environment allows students to think critically and creatively, pursue resources to achieve their learning goals, and self-evaluate their performance to ultimately enhance their motivation, engagement, and knowledge. While my teaching is adapted to meet the specific requirements of each individual course and the diverse learning needs of students, my teaching philosophy, objectives, and methods of instruction are driven by four pedagogical principles: confidence, flexibility, structure, and independence.
Areas of Teaching Expertise
Below is an overview of the subjects I am proficient in teaching, providing a glimpse into the diverse topics I have had the opportunity to engage with.
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Computer Aided Design I: Introduction to computer-aided design using Gerber software, focusing on digitizing patterns and manipulating basic blocks.
Computer Aided Design II: Continuation of CAD studies, focusing on advanced manipulation of basic blocks and garment modeling using CLO software.
Intermediate Fashion Design I: Intermediate study of apparel design and product development, emphasizing flat pattern and draping theories.
Advanced Fashion Design II: Specializes in men's wear design and product development, with a focus on creating cohesive collections through research and textile selection.
Fashion Design I: Basic concepts and theories of apparel design, introducing design principles through patternmaking and construction assignments.
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Fundamentals of Design and Colour: Introduction to the elements and principles of design, with a focus on cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural exploration.
Elements of Design in Fashion: Explores the foundational elements of design, including colour, textiles, form, and silhouettes.
Colour Theory and Trends: Principles of colour theory as applied to the cosmetic and fashio industries, including colour relationships and presentation skills.
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Fashion Systems: Exploration of emerging issues in the fashion industry, including sustainability and decolonization.
Research Methods in Fashion: Examination of various research methods relevant to the interdisciplinary study of fashion, covering social science, humanities, and arts-based approaches.
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Social Media and Fashion Promotion: Introduction to promotion, advertising, and e-marketing strategies used in fashion, focusing on social media applications.
Cosmetic Marketing and Social Media: Fundamental marketing principles from a cosmetic industry perspective, with an emphasis on social media strategies.
Spa Marketing and Social Media: Key marketing processes and the marketing mix, with a focus on services marketing and social media.
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Ethics and Sustainability: Social, economic, and environmental implications of building sustainable companies, with a focus on ethical business practices in the cosmetics industry.
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Computer Business Applications: Mastery of common application software programs used in business environments, specifically Adobe CC applications.
Spa Business Operations: Mechanics of operating a spa software program, including booking, managing clients, and processing payments.