V-module Competency #3: Critical Decision Making

                                     

Learning Goals:

Critical decision-making is one of the five core virtual technology competencies. Critical thinking was identified in the literature as the act of deliberately analyzing information so that students can make better judgements and decisions. Critical thinking involves logic, reasoning, and creativity to draw conclusions and generally understand things better. The learning objective for this module is to help students to enhance their critical thinking to make a decision using virtual technology in the fashion/retail industry.

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Learning Outcomes:

• Students will be able to identify key issues relevant to using virtual technology in the fashion/retail industry.

• Students will be able to find accurate information and structure it appropriately.

• Students will be able to systematically analyze information to make informed decisions.

• Students will be able to think through the options to determine the optimal choice given the circumstances.

 

Delivery Method: 

This module is organized into five main sections, where each section addresses a key topic in teaching 3D/virtual technology. The resources include educational materials, such as in-class presentation, academic reading, informational videos, individual and group assignments, and case studies, which can be used to encourage students to critically think and ultimately improve their decision-making skills.

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Topics and Related Activities:
           •  Topic 1: Textiles

• Activity 1: Understanding Virtual Prototyping to Assess Fabric Performance

•  Topic 2: Design & Product Development

• Activity 1: Inclusivity in the Product Development Supply Chain 

• Activity 2: Standardizing Body Models in the 3D Workflow

• Activity 3: Sustainable Marker-Making Practices

• Activity 4: Zero-Waste Collection

• Activity 5: Introducing 3D Product Development

• Activity 6: Fixing the Errors on 3D Design 

• Activity 7: Creating 3D Clothing Design and Trend Analysis

•  Topic 3: Retail Management

• Activity 1: Augmented Reality Shopping Apps

• Activity 2: Increasing Customer Engagement in Physical Stores 
                  through 3D Technology

• Activity 3: Introducing eXtended Reality(XR)

• Activity 4: Introducing Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG)

• Activity 5: Try Virtual Reality Connected to Environmental, Social, and                              Governance (ESG)

• Activity 6: Introducing fMRI

• Activity 7: Diversity in the Fashion Industry

• Activity 8: Diversity in the Future Fashion

•  Topic 4: Merchandising & Promotion        ​

• Activity 1: The New Store Experience: Personal Store Revisions & Critiques

• Activity 2: Introducing 3D/Virtual Fashion

• Activity 3: Virtual Fashion Show and Visual Merchandising

• Activity 4: Diversity and Virtual Fashion

• Activity 5: Introducing Virtual Reality

• Activity 6: Try Virtual Reality

• Activity 7: VR Technology and Related Applications

• Activity 8: Introducing Virtual Showrooms

• Activity 9: Analyzing Currently Available Virtual Showrooms

• Activity 10: Building the Virtual Buying Plan

• Activity 11: Types and Applications of 3D/Virtual Technology

• Activity 12: Should On-line Retailers Offer Virtual Try-on Technology?

•  Topic 5: Supply Chain Management & Sourcing

• Activity 1: Achieving an Inclusive Supply Chain

• Activity 2: 3D Technology in Production/Distribution

• Activity 3: Increasing Supply Chain Efficiency and Effectiveness through the                      Use of 3D Technology

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