5 30 Years of Democracy: Teacher Training Workshop The 30 Years of Democracy Teacher Training Workshop was held over two consecutive Saturdays, on 28 September and 5 October 2024. This initiative was a collaborative effort between the Department of Fashion and the Gauteng Department of Education’s DCES FET of Design and Visual Arts. The workshops targeted secondary school teachers specialising in design and art subjects, offering them valuable insights and skills to enhance their teaching. Hosted in the Department of Fashion, the workshops were structured as follows: Day 1: Introduction to Critical Design Approaches Day 2: Practical Sessions on Upcycling Techniques and French Knitting These workshops aligned with the celebration of 30 years of democracy, aiming to explore action-oriented and pragmatic democratisation. By facilitating training in fashion skills, the Department sought to foster knowledge sharing as a form of practising democracy. Recognising teachers as vital contributors to society, the training emphasised their role as knowledge sharers who shape future generations. The goal was to equip these educators with fashion skills that they could pass on to their learners, creating a ripple effect of knowledge and creativity. The workshops saw active participation from all academic staff members in the Department, along with students from both the Fashion and Fashion Production programmes, who collaborated in delivering engaging and informative sessions.
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