Conference Session

Rethinking Traditional Pedagogical Strategies

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Frankie Santos Laanan, Iowa State University; Dimitra Jackson, Iowa State University; Soko Starobin, Iowa State University; Mary Darrow, Iowa State University

Tagged Divisions

Two Year College Division

students is another theme that emerged in this study. Many opportunities forstudents to connect and immerse in different activities are made available by the faculty and staffinvolved in NW-ETEP. Students are provided with written assignments that allow them to reflecton their interests and goals. Students are also presented with hands on activities and field tripsand conferences to further expand their knowledge of Engineering. Additionally, speed datingsessions are organized so the students can engage in conversations about academic careers aswell and careers in business and industry. Students are also encouraged to form study groups inorder to stay connected and engaged in academic activities.Students are engaged through the exploration of