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Analysis on Students’ Performance to Promote Gender Equality in Creative Fashion Design Amos, Emmanuel; Essel, Harry Barton; Fobiri, George K.; Ibrahim, Mohammed
Edukasiana: Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan Vol. 2 No. 4 (2023)
Publisher : Papanda Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/ejip.v2i4.445

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The fashion industry has prospects and it can help to project the economy to compete with the international market. However, the extent of gender imbalance emerging from the Fashion Department of Kumasi Technical University is becoming a threat to the future of the industry. This paper is aimed at creating awareness of the extent of gender imbalance and promoting the inclusion of more male fashion students in fashion institutions. This was achieved by conducting an analysis of gender performance in Creative fashion design processes. The study employed educational Design and Quantitative research methods with a descriptive style of analysis. With a sample size of n=191, a structured questionnaire was distributed to participants on different occasions during class hours to gather relevant data for the study. The results showed that, though the female students were more than the male students,  the male students performed better than the female students in terms of creative fashion design processes. Most of the students were of the opinion that the famous fashion designers in history and the present day are men. Also, most of the students responded that the best fashion designers in their locality are men. The study recommends that society needs to be educated and encourage more male students to take up fashion as a career.
A Comparative Study of Fashion Illustration Project Assessment among Teachers and Students Amos, Emmanuel; Fobiri, George Kwame; Crentsil, Timothy; Oppong, Diana; Timpabi, Ama Kour
Edukasiana: Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan Vol. 3 No. 4 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56916/ejip.v3i4.799

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This paper explores the assessment of student projects in fashion design by comparing the evaluations of teachers and students (peers). Peer assessment (PA) is increasingly recognized as a valuable tool for enhancing students' assessment skills and providing alternative perspectives on project quality. However, concerns persist regarding the reliability and validity of peer assessments compared to those of teachers. To address this gap, this study aims to  compare the assessments of teachers and students, focusing on variables such as Self, FIT, COLOUR, DRAWN, and BEAUTY in fashion design projects. The study used simple random sampling to sample 10 designs of Higher National Diploma (HND) two students enrolled in the fashion department of the Creative Arts Faculty. Teh descriptitve and correlation analysis methods were used to analyse the sample gathered.  The Descriptives analysis revealed differences in the mean scores and variability between the Student and Teaching Staff groups for the variables Self, COLOUR, FIT, DRAWP, and BEAUTY. Again, a correlation analysis revealed strong positive correlations between various self-perception categories. This results practically implies that peer assessment is a requisite assessment mehtod in higher education, especially for practical courses such as fashion design. Collaborative assessment, especially among peers is therefore recommended to help students build confidence and ensure a sense of ownership of their projects coupled with sharpening their practical skills.
Sustainable practices of fabric waste among small-scale garment enterprises in the Kumasi metropolis Ibrahim, Mohammed; Howard, Ebenezer Kofi; Amos, Emmanuel; Fobiri, George Kwame; Schall, Maud; Oppong, Diana
Sustinere: Journal of Environment and Sustainability Vol. 9 No. 1 (2025): pp. 1-127
Publisher : Center for Science and Technology, IAIN Surakarta

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In recent years, fabric waste has become an important sustainability issue that raises concerns and attracts attention from stakeholders in the fashion industries and the media. Over the past 15 years, the production and consumption of clothing have increased substantially, driven by the rise of demand for fashionable style and the proliferation of fast fashion. This study explores the fabric waste generated by the garment operators within the Kumasi metropolis. A qualitative research design, guided by a phenomenological approach was employed. Data were collected from six zones using purposive sampling technique to select respondents. Interviews and observations served as the primary data collection methods, and data were analysed thematically using NVIVO software. The findings reveal that the use of single-ply and bulk-ply cutting techniques in garments construction led to the generation of tons of fabric waste, particularly among small-scale garment producers. It is recommended that garment operators adopt effective strategies for reusing and responsibly disposing of fabric waste. Furthermore, the use of biodegradable fabrics is encouraged, as they have a lower environmental impact.