E-LEARNING IN TEXTILES&APPAREL

The objective of the paper is to present the e-learning modules in textiles and apparel for education and training in Europe, developed in the framework of eLiTA (e-Learning in Textiles & Apparel) Leonardo do Vinci project. The e-learning modules support improvements in quality and innovation in vocational education and training systems, institutions and practices. The project aims to support the development of innovative ICT-based content, services, pedagogies and practice for lifelong learning, by updating interactive ICT-based learning tools developed in two previous European projects. Four modules, Apparel Technology, Carpet Technology, Dyeing, Printing and Finishing and Hosiery Technology were updated, converted for internet delivery and translated into Greek, Latvian, Portuguese, Romanian and Slovenian to provide the interactive learning tools within the eLiTA project. These IT solutions have a significant contribution to the extension of range and consistency of training provisions in Textile&Apparel field, throughout Europe. The system is interactive and provides the learner the opportunity to work within their own exclusive learning environment, in terms of learning time and personal rhythm. The features of the system through the structure of each module, format of the learning tools, functionality, reference sources, assessment options, interactivity, are presented in the paper.