Knit 101: Knitting for Beginners

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1 Knit 101: Knitting for Beginners Jacky Moran & Krishna Thakar HST860NUU Ash Patel June 9, 2015

2 Table of Contents Welcome to Knitting 101 Introduction to Knitting for Beginners Topic 1: Knitting Needles a. Types of Needles b. Knitting Needle Styles c. Determining What Size of Needle You Need Topic 2: Yarns a. Different Types of Yarn Fiber b. Yarn Weight Topic 3: Stitching a. Casting On b. Knit Stitch c. Purl Stitch d. Stockinette Stitch e. Binding Off Topic 4: Assessment

3 Program Title: Knitting for Beginners Topic: Knitting Description: This is a beginner level lesson plan for those eagerly interested in learning about knitting. The course will focus on many aspects of knitting including different types of knitting needles and their uses. Additionally, it will cover the different type of yarns and include a chart that explains which needle size is appropriate for which project. The outcome of the course will be learning how to start a knitting project, which will include casting on, two basic stitches, and binding off, which are the foundation for many knitting patterns. Training Objectives: 1. To recognize the different types of needles and yarns (the material it s made out of and knitting needle styles) (Knowledge/understanding) 2. To differentiate between different types of yarn and yarn weight for their purpose (Analysis) 3. To select an appropriate size of needle, yarn and type of knitting needle for the project (application) 4. To identify the garter stitch and stockinette stitch and understand how they are produced (Knowledge) 5. Describe the difference between the knit and purl stitches (Comprehension) 6. Be able to produce the two main stitches, such as knit and purl (Application) 7. Demonstrate your learning and abilities by creating a small swatch that shows both garter and stockinette stitch (synthesis) Audience: Customers with no prior knitting experience. Open to all age group who are interested in learning about knitting

4 Knit 101: Knitting for Beginners Subject Title Knitting for Beginners Subject Description This course is an introductory course for those eagerly interested in learning about knitting. The main focus is to learn how to start a knitting project along with casting on, two basic stitches and binding off., which are the foundation for many knitting patterns. In the process will acquire the knowledge of different types of knitting needles and their uses. Additionally the different type of yarns and chart that explains which needle size is appropriate for which project. Learning objectives Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to: 1. Recognize the different types of needles and their uses (the material it s made out of and knitting needle styles) 2. Differentiate between different types of yarn and yarn weight for their purpose 3. Select an appropriate size of needle, yarn and type of knitting needle for the project 4. Identify the garter stitch and stockinette stitch and understand how they are produced 5. Describe the difference between the knit and purl stitches 6. Produce the two main stitches, such as knit and purl 7. Demonstrate your learning and abilities by creating a small swatch that shows both garter and stockinette stitch Prerequisite No prior knowledge is required. Students will need to have basic motor skills & the dexterity to work the knitting needles.

5 Topic Outline Welcome to Knitting 101 Introduction to Knitting for Beginners Knitting Needles Yarns Casting On Knit Stitch Purl Stitch Stockinette Stitch Binding Off Student Responsibilities Students are accountable for having all the resources at their disposable to take this online course. It is also their responsibility for going through the course material and learning on their own. Also, any material posted on discussion board should done in an orderly fashion manner. Consequences If students do not follow their responsibilities they will be taken out of the course and will not be allowed access back into the course. Mode of instruction Blackboard, discussion board, images and video Prescribed text The entire course is online Resources Knitting Needles, Yarn, computer, internet, Tests To be able to produce one of the stich pattern taught in the course

6 Group Contract Krishna Thakar & Jacky Moran June 4, 2015 This project is being undertaken to produce an e-learning program that will teach people with no prior experience how to knit. This project will include graphics and videos that will demonstrate how to achieve this. This contract outlines the duties and responsibilities for each team member and what is to be expected with each job title. Project Manager Jacky Moran Responsible for agreeing on the project objectives, organizing the people working on the project, and making sure that all the aims and a standard of quality are met on the project. The project manager will also be responsible for the team to meet any and all budgetary and time constraints, as well as communicating with key stakeholders regarding the project. Subject Matter Expert Jacky Moran Responsible for providing the knowledge and expertise for the project, as well as ensuring that all information used by the group members is accurate and reliable, making sure that the information flows in a way that makes sense. Designer Krishna Thakar Responsible for designing the layout of the learning plan, as well as compiling and documenting all graphics and videos used in the lesson plan. Developer Krishna Thakar Will be responsible for creating the final layout of the e-learning program. Will determine the best presentation of the information to support the audience in its learning. Will decide with learning platform and tools will be used to reach the learners. The team members agree that they are not limited to the tasks stated above, and will work together in a collaborative effort to achieve the project goals. Any members that do not complete their tasks stated above will face expulsion from the team. Date Krishna Thakar Designer, Developer Jacky Moran Project Manager, Subject Matter Expert

7 Below is the proposed timeline for this Project. The stated tasks will be done by the specified group members on or before the stated date. Task Responsibility Date Group member names Everyone 15/05/2015 Assign group roles Everyone 18/05/2015 Develop topic, describe audience Jacky 21/05/2015 Draft team contract Everyone 04/06/2015 Develop objectives Krishna 04/06/2015 Refine objectives Jacky 07/06/2015 Determine needs Jacky 08/06/2015 Project Plan Part I due Everyone 09/06/2015 Post to Wordpress Everyone 09/06/2015 Identify sources Krishna 11/06/2015 Decide which e-learning platform to use Krishna 11/06/2015 Collect data Everyone 12/06/2015 Develop storyboard Krishna 14/06/2015 Develop script Jacky 14/06/2015 Develop quiz for assessments Jacky 15/06/2015 Begin constructing course online Krishna 15/06/2015 Finish compiling all data and content into the Krishna 16/06/2015 e-learning course Test e-learning course on a 3rd party Everyone 17/06/2015 Gather feedback/make adjustments Everyone 17/06/2015 Finalize online course Everyone 18/06/2015 Present e-learning course to the class Everyone 23/06/2015