Abstract
Subtraction cutting is an innovative patternmaking technique involving the removal of fabric to create unique shapes and passages within garments, allowing multiple ways to wear the same piece. In the fall 2024 semester, a two-day masterclass introducing this method was conducted at a U.S.-based university as part of a visiting artist program. The workshop engaged 24 fashion design students across all academic years, who were organized into pairs based on their sewing proficiency to support balanced collaboration. Student designs produced during the masterclass were exhibited in the university’s gallery. The purpose of this research is to identify and analyze factors influencing the effectiveness of collaborative learning within the context of the subtraction cutting masterclass, with the goal of enhancing future pedagogical approaches. Data was collected through an online assessment administered one week after the workshop’s conclusion. The study explored multiple dimensions influencing collaborative learning, including group composition and dynamics, task complexity and structure, instructional strategies, institutional support mechanisms, individual learner characteristics, social interaction patterns, feedback and assessment practices, and considerations of diversity and inclusivity. Findings from this research provide critical insight into how collaborative learning environments can be optimized in design-based education. By identifying the factors that most significantly impact student collaboration and engagement, the study contributes to a growing body of evidence supporting intentional, inclusive, and well-structured collaborative practices. These results can inform the development of educational strategies that not only promote creative problem-solving and peer learning but also align with broader institutional goals of academic excellence and innovation.
Presenters
Angela UriyoAssistant Professor, Fashion Design and Merchandising, West Virginia University, West Virginia, United States
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PEDAGOGY, FASHION DESIGN, MASTERCLASS, COLLABORATIVE LEARNING
