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NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Toluwalase Opanuga, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Logan Andrew Perry, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Grace Panther, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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irrespective of their ages. Byacquiring SDL skills, students can demonstrate a better handle or ownership of their learningprocess. Knowles described SDL as "a process in which individuals take the initiative, with orwithout the help of others, in diagnosing their learning needs, formulating learning goals,identifying human and material resources for learning, choosing, and implementing appropriatelearning strategies, and evaluating learning outcomes” [1, p. 18]. SDL skills are essentialcognitive skills for workplace [2] and society [3] that can be consciously cultivated over time.Self-Directed Learning entails autonomy and taking responsibility, many students may find thesecapabilities challenging to cultivate as instructors often bear significant

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NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Quamrul H. Mazumder, University of Michigan, Flint; Sunzia Sultana, University of Michigan, Flint

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, newacademic professionals, and experienced researchers to manage scholarly work like papers,proposals, and other similar documents. To produce high-quality scholarly work, it is essential tofollow best practices that are designed to ensure that the research is rigorous, the writing is clearand concise, and the work is presented in a format that is appropriate for the intended audience.University education is anticipated to incorporate both a foundation in research and a focus onfostering a research-oriented mindset. In this approach, educators actively involve students inongoing knowledge-generation processes while simultaneously equipping them to tackle theevolving challenges they will encounter beyond the realm of academia [1]. Additionally

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NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura Savage, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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with their grades on the final exam. The average score on thatquestion was higher than last year, but the difference was not statistically significant. However,the initial results are promising, and more administrations of the course should yield more dataabout the value of Markopoly, and board games in general.Introduction Game-based learning (GBL), a learning strategy that involves embedding games intolessons to enhance learning, has been widely studied for years and shown to improve studentengagement and retention of material in many contexts [1]. This field, however, has beendominated by digital games – videogames and computer simulations. These digital games areundoubtedly useful for learning. They can provide everything from a

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NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Timothy A Wood, The Citadel; Stephanie Laughton, The Citadel

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. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 There's a Textbook for this Class? Scaffolding Reading and Notetaking in a Digital AgeAbstractInnovative engineers depend on technical reading as a primary means of lifelong learning.Several scaffolded course activities encourage the practice of reading and notetaking in acollaborative learning environment. In lower-level courses, students receive brief instruction inHow to Read a Book[1], Cornell notes[2], and Sketchnoting[3]. Student Note assignmentsrequire students to take hand-written notes while reading the textbook and post a picture of theirreading and class notes to an online discussion board. In later courses, students, well trained inthe Student Notes

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NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Mott, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Steffen Peuker, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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underscores thesignificance of case-based learning in instilling ethical principles and critical thinking skills infuture engineers, ultimately contributing to the cultivation of responsible professionals in thefield.IntroductionIncorporating ethics into engineering education, particularly in senior design courses, has been atopic of interest and research, for example [1]-[6]. The Accreditation Board for Engineering andTechnology (ABET) requires that all accredited engineering programs must ensure theirgraduates possess the capacity to identify ethical and professional obligations in engineeringscenarios and make well-informed decisions. These decisions must consider the consequences ofengineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and

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NEE Technical Session 3 - Courses: development, logistics, and impact

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Mott, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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empirical comparison of undergraduate online courses and equivalent face-to-facemechanical engineering courses indicated that the overall learning effectiveness and studentsatisfaction were equivalent between online and traditional classroom education. The authorsconclude “that the overall learning effectiveness of online learning is equivalent to traditionalclassroom education, and it is not degraded due to the online format of instruction which is themajor concern of many educators”. Online students even rated their acquisition of knowledgeand the quality of the course marginally better [1]. Furthermore, a study at South Dakota StateUniversity based on the development of an Active Learning Cloud Program found thatblended/hybrid learning in

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NEE Technical Session 2 - Educator's experience and perspective

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yuliana Flores, University of Washington; Cynthia J. Atman, University of Washington; Soraya Grace Barar; Jennifer A Turns, University of Washington

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studentsexplored multiple elements of the design process and had the opportunity to discover their idealdesign signature. During the delivery of the seminar, the education team wrote weekly reflectionsto capture their adaptation experiences. Using qualitative methods, we analyzed the educationteam’s structured reflections. The thematic analysis resulted in three emergent themes: 1) Ithought this would be easier, 2) acting on values, and 3) teaching as an educational journey. Wediscuss these themes in light of positioning theory and the norms that early career instructorsmay find themselves working within.IntroductionStephanie Cutler and Alexandra Coso Strong (2023) bring awareness to the lack of discussionabout faculty as people in engineering education

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NEE Technical Session 2 - Educator's experience and perspective

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gokce Akcayir, University of Alberta; Marnie V Jamieson, University of Alberta; Kristian Basaraba, University of Alberta; Duncan Buchanan, University of Alberta; Qingna Jin; Mijung Kim, University of Alberta; Janelle McFeetors, University of Alberta; Kerry Rose, University of Alberta

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Basaraba1, 1 University of Alberta, Canada, 2 Cape Breton University, CanadaAbstractA discipline-specific pedagogical professional development (PD) program was created for Graduateteaching assistants (GTAs) in the Faculty of Engineering at a Canadian university to support and enhanceGTAs pedagogical knowledge and competencies. As GTAs are employed to assist with course and labdelivery supporting their development as instructors and mentors may enhance undergraduate learningexperiences. Situated learning theory informed the development of the community of practice based PDprogram. This case study explores the perspectives of GTAs who participated in the pilot PD program,including what they learned, how they

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NEE Technical Session 2 - Educator's experience and perspective

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yuzhang Zang, Western Washington University

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members to navigate the complexities of academia confidently, fostering personal andprofessional growth while enhancing the educational and research experiences of their students andcolleagues.1 IntroductionThe transition into academia as a new faculty member marks the beginning of a challenging yetrewarding journey[1]. For many individuals, this period represents a significant shift from therole of a student or postdoctoral researcher to that of an educator, scholar, and contributor tothe academic community. As new faculty members navigate the complexities of their roles, theyencounter various responsibilities and expectations, ranging from teaching and research to serviceand mentorship. Effectively managing these demands while striving for

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NEE Technical Session 3 - Courses: development, logistics, and impact

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Meghana Parameswarappa Jayalakshmamma, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Ashish D Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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industrial practices.Addressing this, our study advocates integrating such emerging research conceptscoupled with active learning strategies, such as special topics or projects, intotraditional engineering courses through simple enhancements to the syllabi. Thispaper outlines three case studies we implemented to integrate the topic of “GreenInfrastructure for Stormwater Mitigation and Pollution Control” intoundergraduate courses and summer research experiences. This paper discusseshow these three activities were designed and implemented. The feedback andperformance metrics from these interventions demonstrated the potential of ourapproach to enrich engineering education and bridge the gap between researchand classroom learning.1

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NEE Technical Session 4 - Assessments: Grading and deadlines

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bob Schaffer, Mission College

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on Formative Assessments in anIntroduction Programming CourseAbstractFor some faculty, it is an ongoing challenge to design assignments and course policies thatmotivate students to focus on the learning that can come from overcoming challenges. For manystudents, when the stakes are too high or their time is too strained, productive activities arebypassed for strategies that more quickly get to an answer without necessarily exercising criticalthinking skills. A variety of approaches have been taken to encourage students to productivelystruggle on formative assessments and then reflect on their results to further enhance learning [1],[2], [3]. These strategies often come with a tradeoff.The purpose of this work is to share additional

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NEE Technical Session 4 - Assessments: Grading and deadlines

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bridget M. Smyser, Northeastern University

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other dereliction of duty. Given this background, it is not surprising that manyfaculty members run their courses similarly. Evidence-based teaching has changed some of theseviews, but strict deadlines are still seen as necessary for rigor in many cases. However, there isincreasing evidence in the literature that these two concepts – strict deadlines and rigor – are notstrongly linked and that these deadlines may disadvantage certain groups of students.Deadlines and rigorAcademic rigor was defined by the 1947 Truman Commission as promoting critical thinking,having high expectations, and providing scaffolding to allow all students to achieve high levels[1]. Professors seeking rigorous policies may equate high expectations with detailed

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NEE Technical Session 2 - Educator's experience and perspective

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rebecca Marie Reck, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Jessica R TerBush, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Caroline Cvetkovic, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Christopher D. Schmitz, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Katie Ansell, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; David Mussulman, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Chandrasekhar Radhakrishnan; Ilalee Harrison James, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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education community, especially for instructors who have recently started teaching acourse with a laboratory or large design project.IntroductionLaboratory experiences are a form of experiential learning and a common component ofundergraduate STEM education. They provide valuable experiences for students, who benefit byconnecting the theories learned in class to practice in the laboratory. In the laboratory, studentsalso have opportunities for design, problem solving, and exposure to real-world issues that arenot usually present in traditional hand-written homework assignments [1]. However, to operateeffective laboratories, engineering departments and colleges must address challenges such asbudget constraints, space limitations, class size, and

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NEE Technical Session 4 - Assessments: Grading and deadlines

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Mott, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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examples of how they are used in classroomenvironments.Introduction and MotivationIn the ever-evolving landscape of engineering education, the quest for fair and effectivegrading practices has become a topic of interest. The idea of "Grading for Equity," as JoeFeldman defines it in his book of the same name from 2019, lies at the core of thisauthor’s endeavor to change their grading practices. This approach transcends traditionalgrading norms, advocating for practices that are not only mathematically accurate butalso bias-resistant and motivational, ultimately geared toward fostering meaningfullearning experiences for students. [1]Traditional grading systems have several positive features that contribute to effectivecommunication within the

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NEE Technical Session 3 - Courses: development, logistics, and impact

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida

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Paper ID #43960The Impact of In-person Instruction on Student Performance Using a STEMTechnical Design CourseDr. Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida Instructional assistant professor ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 The impact of in-person instruction on student performance using a STEM Technical Design CourseIntroductionSince the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Spring of 2020, there has been a completeshift in instructional modalities[1]. The pandemic prompted widespread closures and a rapid shiftto remote learning, compelling instructors to adapt their course

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NEE Technical Session 3 - Courses: development, logistics, and impact

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sanaz Motamedi, University of Florida; Viktoria Medvedeva Marcus, University of Florida

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,behavioral intention to use, perceived usefulness, and perceived ease of use. GPA andvoluntariness had significant relationships with actual use and perceived usefulness. Housing hadno effect on any of the TAM factors. This study provides valuable insights into how students'unique backgrounds shape their educational journeys, insights which program managers and neweducators can utilize to inform the design of new programs.Introduction. In early March 2020, the World Health Organization declared an outbreak of a novelcoronavirus a global pandemic [1]. As COVID-19 guidelines were rapidly put in place, requiringsocial distancing and closure of many public places, including most schools and universities,who had to quickly pivot to distance

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NEE Technical Session 4 - Assessments: Grading and deadlines

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cassie Wallwey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Michelle Soledad, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Carol Geary, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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; BackgroundAssigning grades as a practice in educational systems has been used commonly since the early1900’s [1]. Grades are globally ubiquitous to students’ academic success. Whether representedalphabetically (A, B, C, D, & F) or numerically (through percentages or grade-point averages)grades can be considered a universal language taught to nearly everyone as early as primary andelementary school.Grades are a practice tool and serve dual function in educational systems. Formative assessmentsare ideally low stakes assignments that happen multiple times in a way that scaffolds studentlearning and development and deliver frequent real-time feedback to students [2], [3], so anygrades that are a result of a formative assessments (e.g., homework, quizzes