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International Initiatives, Partnerships,Teaching Strategies, and Collaborative Networks

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fanyu Zeng, Indiana Wesleyan University

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AC 2010-1106: INTEGRATING COMMUNICATION AS A NEW LEARNINGCOMPONENT INTO CHINESE SOFTWARE ENGINEERING PROGRAMFanyu Zeng, Indiana Wesleyan University Page 15.758.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Integrating Communication as a New Learning Component into Chinese Software Engineering ProgramAbstractEngineering programs in China generally focus on development of student’s ability in learningmathematics and engineering theories with limited exposures to their practical skill development.Recent research finds that lack of soft skill training on human communication may severelyaffect student’s ability in conveying their thoughts and

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Global Engineering Education: Intercultural Awareness and International Experience

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Juila Thompson, Purdue University; Brent Jesiek, Purdue University

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Student Learning: Strengthening the Global Competence and Research Experiences of Undergraduate Students. Atlanta, Georgia: Georgia Institute of Technology. Available at http://www.assessment.gatech.edu/legacy/SACS/QEP/QEP%20(SACS)%20Annual%20Impact%20Report%202 007-2008%20FINAL%20WEB.pdf (Accessed January 8, 2010).6 Vande Berg, M. Intervening in in Student Learning Abroad: A Research-Based Inquiry. Available at https://en.afs60.de/webcontent/files/MbM_Vande_Berg.pdf (Accessed January 8, 2010).7 Del Vitto, C. Cross-Cultural ‘Soft Skills’ and the Global Engineer: Corporate Best Practices and Trainer Methodologies. Global Journal of Engineering Education, 2008. 3(1): 1-9.8 Bielefeldt, A. Cultural Competency

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International Study Abroad Programs & Student Engagements

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Khanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University; Mary Lynn Brannon, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University; Thomas Colledge, Pennsylvania State University; Yu Zhao, Pennsylvania State University

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-solversThe National Academy of Engineering envisions engineers being leaders in the movementtowards wise, informed, and economically sustainable development and has asked engineeringeducators to prepare students with a strong foundation and new knowledge of innovativetechnologies that advance society.8 In response, engineering education has seen a significantincrease in emphasis on experiential education and on the development of “soft skills” that Page 15.522.3engineering students will need when they enter the workplace. This evolving vision ofengineering education emphasizes the development of students as emerging professionals andeducated citizens

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Scholar Program Proposal/Develop Courses and Materials/Collaborations and Accredatation Systems for Global Engineering Education / Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace and Successful Graduates for a Flat World: What Does It Take?

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lueny Morell, Hewlett-Packard; Jennifer DeBoer, SPEED

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geography, the profile of engineering graduate attributes appear to follow the samepattern, i.e., engineering graduates should be knowledgeable in science and technologyfundamentals and be problem solvers, but should also possess a number of professional skills(i.e., “soft skills”) important for the profession such as effective communication andunderstanding the world where engineering is practiced (business constraints,flexibility/adaptability, societal and ethical issues, global sensitivity, etc). Numerous student-focused events on a variety of curriculum, policy, and pedagogical issues conducted by one ofthe authors have yielded similar conclusions.Some authors and reports have comprehensively outlined the elusive set of “soft skills” that

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Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace and Successful Graduates for a Flat World: What Does It Take?

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lueny Morell, Hewlett-Packard; Martina Trucco, Hewlett-Packard; Rich Friedrich, Hewlett Packard

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required to develop a comprehensive work plan and training program for each of the research fellows under their guidance. Work plans must address the research goals and expected outcomes of the proposed research, and address how the research fellows will be provided with on-the-job hard and soft skills training to be prepared for the shifting industry mix in science and innovation. Semi-annual progress reports will be required of both the research fellow and the corporate mentors. Mentor reports are to be submitted to ASEE and should include a report on the interactions with the research fellows, address their assessment of the progress of the research plan, list the publications and presentations in process, and address how they

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Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace and Successful Graduates for a Flat World: What Does It Take?

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University; Thomas Litzinger, Pennsylvania State University; Hien Nguyen, Pennsylvania State University

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, learning communities, online discussions, instructional design for online learning, and innovative technology for learning. She can be reached at htn126@psu.edu. Page 15.169.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 An Investigation of First Year Students’ Perceptions of Global AwarenessAbstractMost engineering educators recognize the importance of emphasizing the so-called “soft-skills”in the undergraduate curriculum in order for graduates to be competitive in the global workforce.Of increasing interest for many engineering programs is engaging students in

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Case Studies, Engineering Education and Outcome Assessment Around the Globe

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dan Baker, The University of Vermont; John Merrill, The Ohio State University; David Munoz, Colorado School of Mines

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summarizes the experience of three university service-learning programsengaging in community development in rural and peri-urban Honduras from differentdisciplinary starting points and who have shared information along the way. The program at theUniversity of Vermont started as a series of community development and added engineeringcomponents and expertise over time. The Ohio State University and Colorado School of Minesbegan their respective work through the College of Engineering and encountered challengesrequiring the “soft-skills” of community development disciplines. The latter developed a minorcalled humanitarian engineering to help prepare interested students for the practicum to follow.Over time the programs have sought to learn from each