Content Development for Textiles (NTC)
Course Overview
This course covers essential textile competencies, focusing on practical skills, historical context, and entrepreneurial practices. Below is a detailed breakdown of the content areas, learning objectives, and cognitive levels assessed.
Content Areas & Competencies
1. Rationale for Studying Textiles
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Competencies:
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Recognize the reasons and cultural values for studying textiles.
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Demonstrate knowledge of careers in textiles.
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Identify renowned indigenous and contemporary textile artists.
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Learning Outcomes:
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Recall reasons for studying textiles.
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Explain cultural values gained from textile studies.
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List and categorize textile career paths.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 (Recall) | Level 2 (Skills) | Level 3 (Strategic Thinking) | Level 4 (Extended Thinking) | Total |
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| Questions | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
2. History of Textiles
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Competencies:
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Examine the history of textiles in Africa.
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Compare textile development in Ghana vs. other African countries.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
3. Fibres and Yarn
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Competencies:
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Classify fibres and understand their processing.
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Demonstrate knowledge of yarn production and uses.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
4. Fabric Construction Techniques
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Competencies:
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Identify tools and materials for fabric construction.
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Differentiate and apply various construction techniques.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 2 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 17 |
5. Fabric Decoration Techniques
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Competencies:
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Define and integrate fabric decoration techniques.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 13 |
6. Dyes and Mordants
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Competencies:
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Classify dyes and mordants.
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Demonstrate dye preparation and application.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 13 |
7. Exploration of Indigenous Textile Products in Ghana
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Competencies:
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Identify and critique indigenous woven fabrics.
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Innovate designs using traditional techniques.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
8. Ideation and Designing in Textiles (Manual & CAD)
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Competencies:
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Develop textile designs using manual and digital tools.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 |
9. Portfolio Building and Exhibition
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Competencies:
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Construct portfolios and organize exhibitions.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9 |
10. Sustainable Development and Entrepreneurial Practices
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Competencies:
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Understand textile enterprise management and marketing.
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| Cognitive Level | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Questions | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
Summary: Table of Specifications
| Content Area | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | Total |
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| Rationale for Studying Textiles | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| History of Textiles | 0 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 8 |
| Fibres and Yarn | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 14 |
| Fabric Construction Techniques | 3 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 26 |
| Fabric Decoration Techniques | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 13 |
| Dyes and Mordants | 2 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 13 |
| Ideation & Designing (Manual & CAD) | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7 |
| Portfolio Building & Exhibition | 1 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9 |
| Sustainable Development & Entrepreneurship | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5 |
| Total | 15% | 25% | 30% | 30% | 100% |
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