Collection of requirements for teaching in the area of Smart Textiles
Manuela Bräuning · IOP Conference Series Materials Science and Engineering · 2020
Abstract The textile and clothing industries are facing new challenges. Smart Textiles are a huge topic with a high market potential, however there are only few approaches in teaching this interdisciplinary field. Moreover, individuals are expected to continuously adapt to the new requirements by following the concept of lifelong learning. We propose a new concept that will integrate a smart textiles kit. This application-oriented construction kit should help to extend the frontiers of knowledge, stimulate creativity, and give students the ability to solve real-world problems. As added benefit it will accelerate the understanding of innovation and interdisciplinary challenges. The blended learning concept aims to prepare students to think interdisciplinary, broadly, deeply, and last but not least critically. Students will be ready to contribute to the development of new products and face the challenges of structural change along their working life.