Research and Inquiry Skills<\/b><\/p>\n
Exploring: explore topics related to clothing, and formulate questions to guide their research<\/span><\/p>\n Investigating: create research plans, and locate and select information relevant to their chosen topics, using appropriate social science research and inquiry methods<\/span><\/p>\n Processing Information: assess, record, analyze, and synthesize information gathered through research<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0Communicating and Reflecting: communicate the results of their research and inquiry clearly and effectively, and reflect on and evaluate their research, inquiry, and communication skills.<\/span><\/p>\n Influences on Clothing Choices\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n The Functions and Social Impact of Clothing: demonstrate an understanding of the functions clothing serves, the kinds of messages it conveys, and the impact it can have on social interactions<\/span><\/p>\n Wardrobe Planning and Clothing Selection: demonstrate an understanding of various factors affecting personal wardrobe planning and clothes selection.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Making Knowledgeable Decisions<\/b><\/p>\n Evaluating Clothing: demonstrate an understanding of how to evaluate the quality, value, and suitability of clothing and accessories<\/span><\/p>\n Retail Approaches: demonstrate an understanding of the effects that retail formats and promotions can have on individuals\u2019 decisions about clothing purchases<\/span><\/p>\n Fibres and Fabric Care: demonstrate an understanding of natural and synthetic fibres and fabrics, and of how their characteristics affect clothing choices and care<\/span><\/p>\n Design Clothing and Construction Skills<\/b><\/p>\n Elements of Design: describe the elements of design related to clothing and accessories, and explain how an awareness of these elements can affect personal clothing choices<\/span><\/p>\n Tools and Technologies: identify a variety of tools and technologies associated with the creation of clothing and accessories, and use tools and technologies safely and correctly when creating and\/or repairing clothing and accessories<\/span><\/p>\n \u00a0Procedures, Skills, and Techniques: demonstrate the ability to use appropriate procedures, skills, and techniques to create and repair clothing or accessories.<\/span><\/p>\n\n
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