Lectra holds its first education congress

18 Jul '08

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To address key concerns of the fashion schools and universities in terms of teaching methods and of students' involvement in concrete projects, the Lectra Education Congress also hosted two value-added testimonials: a new e-learning teaching method and the “mini-company” ESIV project. These presentations were very exciting for all schools, showing their willingness to share their experience with their counterparts.

E-learning: a promising new teaching method
Luciana Scrutchen & James Mendolia, who have experience of the e-learning teaching method, explained the way e-learning is used at Parson's The New School for Design (United States) and showed why it should be considered a major teaching tool in the coming years in academics as well as in professional training courses.

To address key concerns of the fashion schools and universities in terms of teaching methods and of students' involvement in concrete projects, the Lectra Education Congress also presented specialised workshops and value-added testimonials. These workshops were very exciting for all schools, showing their willingness to share their experience with their counterparts.

ESIV mini-company project: a real-world business experience for the students
Catherine Prévôt, Executive Director, Ecole Supérieure des Industries du Vêtement — ESIV (France), presented the ESIV's “mini company” project and demonstrated that it was possible to teach through practical educational methods. She explained how the school offers students the chance to create a "mini company," covering all key “real-life” experiences and functions, such as the creation of a 300-piece collection. Many of the collection development steps used Lectra solutions: Kaledo for creation, Modaris for pattern-making, Diamino for marker-making, and Gallery for collaborative product development management.

Looking forward to meeting again next year
The Lectra Education Congress offered its participants in-depth discussions with famous Lectra customers, market leaders and Lectra specialists, and the opportunity to share precious experience and initiatives.

It also demonstrated that Lectra was able to build a value-added network between fashion schools and universities and the industry, and established the value of the new Lectra Education Program in supporting future fashion professionals.

“Having new technologies is how we can stay ahead of the game. This congress was a good opportunity to evaluate that. It was also a great opportunity to unite the schools in the industry. It's always good to interact with other schools to see what they're doing and what you're doing. You can really learn a lot from each other,” says Mario Federici, FIT, Chairperson & Professor, Production Management Department.

“This event was really rewarding as it allowed us to exchange skills, teaching content, and projects, all of which is very important for us,” explained Catherine Prévôt, Executive Director ESIV.

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