Fashion Designer Assignment Chapter 7

French 1

Ms. Stück.

Fashion designer project.

This activity is intended to increase your knowledge and appreciation of the art of fashion design. You are to research the background of a specific designer and her/his influence on the fashion industry. You are to prepare a written report in French as well as a brief powerpoint in French.

1.     Select a designer to study. The names of some notable designers are listed on the back of this sheet to help you with your selection.

2.     Answer the following questions in your two-page report.

a.     Where is the designer from? (Birthdate and place)

b.     What is their family and educational background?

                                               i.     Do they have an education in design?

c.      How did they get started in the design business?

                                               i.     Who did they originally work for before becoming famous?

d.     What nationality are they?

e.     What are they most famous for? (Sportswear, formal wear..)

f.      Do they have multiple clothing lines?

g.     Are they still alive and designing?

h.     Did they win any awards? Which ones?

i.       Is their company still in business?

j.       Where can you buy their clothes?

k.     What are your reactions/feelings about their designs?

3.     In addition, include

a.     Title page: designer’s name, your name, teacher’s name, and course name.

b.     A works-cited page (MLA)

c.      Text is in French

4.     Your powerpoint presentation should include the same information but with images for everything.

a.     Text is in French and you will Frenchfrench when discussing the artist.

b.     Presentation should last no more than 7 minutes

Country project

Mon Pays Francophone

My Francophone Country Project

Overview:  

You will research one French speaking country or region, and will share your findings with the class in the form of a brochure presentation. You will teach your classmates about the country you researched.  Since you are only beginning your studies of the French language this project may be presented in English.  Remember to use your best writing skills, and to use your own words when writing.

Research:

You will be given a research form that will guide you in your research.  You can use information from your textbooks, the library (open before and after school) or public library, and the Internet to research facts and details.

Artifact:  

The artefact will be a brochure about your country or region.  The brochure should be visually appealing and informative.  The brochure will be used during your presentation.  You need a copy for every student in class.

Requirements for the brochure:

• The name of your country or region in French (if the spelling is different)
• Pictures and/or drawings and captions of a map that shows your country's location and capital city
• Pictures and/or drawings and captions of your country or region’s flag
• Pictures and/or drawings and captions of two famous francophone people from your country, or who lived in your country
• Pictures and/or drawings and captions of two famous attractions in your country
• Pictures and/or drawings and captions of one famous food or drink from your country

Presentation: 

When presenting to the class, you should talk about all the information from your research.  Feel free to add more details to make your presentation more informative and interesting to your audience.  You should practice your presentation at home and in front of your family or a friend so that you are well prepared.

Schedule:

Wednesday, August 30th
Annie: 1) Algérie
Chris: 1) Canada
Sebastien: 1) Togo
Sebastian: 1) Guadalupe
J-Dizzle: 1) Haiti
Ange: 1) La Republique du Congo

Thursday, September 7th

Annie:  2) Les Étas Unis
Chris:  2) Maroc
Sebastien:  2) Madagascar
Sebastian: 2) Tunesia
J-Dizzle:  2) Djibouti
Ange: 2) La France