Sustainable Fashion Ecologies: Sustainable Practices Online Course – FutureLearn
Explore the fashion industrys global ecosystems and how your interactions can help promote sustainable growth Expand your understanding of sustainable practices Fashion ecology examines the interconnectedness of garments people and the environment It explores how different components of the fashion industry are linked together in often complex relationships and we must look at each part to fully understand their impacts on a global scale On this three-week course youll broaden your understanding of sustainable practices and how they impact the fashion industry Youll also start to think about steps to take as a fashion wearer to create more sustainable fashion ecologies Explore fashions impact on environmental and social justice Throughout the course youll consider your relationship with fashion and your personal mindsets and practices within fashion ecology Youll learn to define a fashion ecosystem on a personal and local level before examining ecosystems on a global scale to explore social and environmental justice Discover how personal actions affect global fashion The final week will tie in how personal mindsets interact with the global fashion ecosystem as youll be encouraged to create a value-driven action plan Youll understand how personal actions intersect with different types of fashion ecosystems before discussing the future of fashion Learn from an industry expert at Parsons School of Design Youll be guided by industry specialists from Parsons School of Design the number one design school in the US Youll finish the course with a deep understanding of fashion ecosystems and the role you can play in developing a sustainable industry
