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Duff's Dynamic Duo: Harnessing the Power of Teamwork for STEM Excellence!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cristina Diordieva, Nanyang Technological University; Adeel Khalid, Kennesaw State University; Sohini Gupta, Wheeler High School; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University

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Paper ID #43697Cultivating a Budding Engineer: A Marginalized Female High Schooler’sJourney Towards an Engineering Career (Fundamental)Dr. Cristina Diordieva, Nanyang Technological University Cristina Diordieva is the Project Coordinator for the World MOON Project. Previously, she served as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Imperial College London (LKCMedicine) and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. Cristina is a co-author of a report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) in Switzerland. Her research focuses on inclusivity in STEM, educational technology, massive open online courses (MOOCs), and

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Lisa's Legacy: Guiding Students Toward Engineering Careers, Excellent!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Benjamin Goldschneider, University of Virginia

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perceptions are what will eventuallyinform a student’s decision on where to enroll, making sure that the students have as muchinformation as possible is paramount so that they can make an informed decision of theenvironment that will best suit them. Whether students were able to set foot on campus prior toenrolling or not and the accompanying pre-college experiences inform the degree to whichstudents feel like they belong on campus, setting the starting point for their collegiate career. Thepurpose of this qualitative investigation is to compare the anticipatory socialization experiencesof eight students and understand how the experiences differed between those who were able tomake it to campus prior to enrolling and those who were not, to better

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Lisa's Legacy: Guiding Students Toward Engineering Careers, Excellent!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jialing Wu, Vanderbilt University; Medha Dalal, Arizona State University

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Research (EER).Dr. Medha Dalal, Arizona State University Medha Dalal’s career as an engineering education researcher focuses on addressing complex engineering education challenges by building capacity for stakeholders at the grassroots, while also informing policy. She is an assistant research professor and associate director of scholarly initiatives at the learning and teaching hub in the Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University. She has a Ph.D. in Engineering Education, a master’s in computer science, and a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Her research at the cross-roads of engineering, education, and technology seeks to transform and democratize engineering education by exploring ways of

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Lisa's Legacy: Guiding Students Toward Engineering Careers, Excellent!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Britta Solheim, Wartburg College; Jack Saylor Priske, Wartburg College; Murad Musa Mahmoud, Wartburg College; Cristian Gerardo Allen, Wartburg College; Kurt Henry Becker, Utah State University

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, and Math (STEM) careers are vital to the success of anadvanced economy [1]. People in STEM jobs represent roughly 1 in 18 workers in the UnitedStates [2]. In addition, workers in STEM earn on average 26% more than those who are notemployed in STEM fields [2]. Despite the large benefits of a STEM career, growth of STEMemployment has plateaued, and many individuals leave those fields after joining [3]. In addition,there is a significant gap between men and women working in STEM-related fields, with menoutpacing women. One potential factor in this gap can be attributed to self-efficacy.A student’s self-efficacy refers to a “Judgement about one’s ability to organize and execute thecourses of action necessary to attain a specific goal” [4, p. 1

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Lisa's Legacy: Guiding Students Toward Engineering Careers, Excellent!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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V. Sanchez Padilla, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Universidad ECOTEC, Ecuador; Lisa Schibelius, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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assuming that allstudents of color are underprepared or ”disadvantaged”. The risk lies in the possibility that thisterminology will be coupled with racial minorities long after corrective and financial actions havebeen taken and leaving these groups vulnerable to a continuous questioning of their qualificationsas they pursue their professional careers [7]. Thus, we are mindful of the use of our language andgeneralizations of populations in this study and highlight the critical challenge and importance ofcontext in understanding marginalized identity and the influence on student college choice andacademic pursuits.For students of low economic status, which can sometimes intersect with minority status, a factorto consider for the pursuit of higher

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Baishakhi Bose, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory; Lydia Rachbauer, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory; Elina Dluger Rios; Faith Marie Dukes, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

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Education and Human Resources Directorate. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Empowerment in STEM Day: Introducing High School Girls to Careers at National Laboratories (Work in Progress)Baishakhi Bosea, Lydia Rachbauera, Elina D. Riosa, Faith M. Dukesaa Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Berkeley, CA.AbstractIn the US, women are still vastly underrepresented in STEM (science, technology, engineering,and mathematics) careers, and various studies have shown that girls’ interest in STEM careerswane as high school progresses. With this challenge in mind, Empowerment in STEM Day wasorganized by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), hosting 47 high school studentsfrom 6

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Bart's Big Plan: Engaging High Schoolers in Engineering Adventures ... Ay Caramba!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Allison Antink-Meyer, Illinois State University; Jeritt Williams, Illinois State University; Matthew Aldeman, Illinois State University; Jin Ho Jo, Illinois State University

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Paper ID #41519The Roles of Curriculum Designers and After School STEM Teachers asEnvironmental Features for High School Students’ STEM Career Access (Fundamental)Allison Antink-Meyer, Illinois State University Allison Antink-Meyer is a pre-college science and engineering educator at Illinois State University.Jeritt Williams, Illinois State University Jeritt Williams is an assistant professor of Engineering Technology at Illinois State University, where he teaches applied industrial automation and robotics.Dr. Matthew Aldeman, Illinois State University Matthew Aldeman is an Associate Professor of Technology at Illinois

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Milhouse's Moment: Engineering Inclusivity, Everything's Coming Up Milhouse!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tristan Robert Straight, Wartburg College; Jennah Meyer, Wartburg College; Murad Musa Mahmoud, Wartburg College; Cristian Gerardo Allen, Wartburg College; Kurt Henry Becker, Utah State University

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preparing students for the jobs needed in the twenty-first century [1]. Accordingto one study, students with positive experiences in primary education STEM subjects are morelikely to pursue STEM at a different level [2]. In addition, females have a much lowerrepresentation than males do across typical STEM subjects. Learning STEM subjects is apathway to good jobs, and those jobs are important to the American economy [4].Achievement gaps in STEM among gender groups and the underrepresentation of females inthese fields should be addressed if the United States is to meet its educational goals [3]. Over thepast thirty years, women have made substantial educational gains in male-dominated STEMfields and careers. However, a gender imbalance still remains

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Milhouse's Moment: Engineering Inclusivity, Everything's Coming Up Milhouse!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica Nhu Tran, University of British Columbia; Jessica Wolf, University of British Columbia; Shouka Farrokh, University of British Columbia; Katherine Lyon, University of British Columbia; Robyn Newell, University of British Columbia; Jenna Felice Usprech, University of British Columbia; Karen C. Cheung, University of British Columbia; Agnes Germaine d'Entremont P.Eng., University of British Columbia

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barriers to STEMeducation opportunities are produced through intersecting axes of oppression, such as due togender, race, disability, and socioeconomic status, and can be tied to experiences ofdiscrimination and prejudice [4], [5], [6].STEM outreach programs specifically designed for identified underserved youth often aim toaddress underrepresentation within STEM, particularly within post-secondary programs orSTEM careers. We note that the framing of underrepresentation in STEM may suggest a merelack of knowledge about or opportunity to engage in STEM as the primary barrier to equity inSTEM. This framing does not acknowledge the structural exclusion inherent in STEM; manymarginalized individuals may already have opportunities to engage in STEM

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Dylan E. Higgins, Tufts University; Milo Koretsky, Tufts University

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Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering and in the Department of Education at Tufts University. He is also co-Director of the Institute for Research on Learning and Instruction (IRLI). He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from UC San Diego and his Ph.D. from UC Berkeley, all in chemical engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Hands-on High School Education Alumni’s Perception of Preparation for an Engineering Career (Work in Progress)Engineering university students come from a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds whichinfluence their engagement with engineering. While these diverse backgrounds have been thefocus of engineering education research, such as

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Perkins Coppola, Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Beomjin Kim; Guoping Wang, Purdue University, Fort Wayne; Michelle Rene Parker; Thomas John Bolinger, Purdue University, Fort Wayne

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the conclusion that, by the end of the program, campers could better articulate thedifferences between each of the three fields, the anticipated career trajectories for each degreepath, and increased students’ interest in specific computing majors.TheorySince the mid-1960s, the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) [1] and the Institute ofElectrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) [2] have worked to identify trends in computing anddisseminate curriculum guidelines to the computing community. CC2020, the most recent jointpublication of the two [3] identified six distinct computing disciplines: (1) computer science; (2)computer engineering; (3) information systems; (4) software engineering; (5) informationtechnology; and (6) cybersecurity

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Krusty's Creations: Robotics and Electronics in Springfield STEAM, Hey Hey!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shauna Adams, Purdue University; Cristian Eduardo Vargas P.E., Purdue University; Morgan M Hynes, Purdue University; Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University; Peter Bermel, Purdue University; David R. Ely, Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis; Hayley Joy Grisez

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photovoltaic, thermophotovoltaic, and nonlinear systems using the principles of nanophotonics. KeyDr. David R. Ely, Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis Dr. David R. Ely is the Engineering Program Chair at Ivy Tech Community College Lafayette since 2013. He enjoys teaching engineering students at Ivy Tech and advising them on the different engineering career paths that best match their interests and skillHayley Joy Grisez ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Evaluation of High School Semiconductor and Microelectronics Summer Program (Evaluation)AbstractThis paper presents an overall evaluation of the READI High School Semiconductor SummerProgram, which

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeanette Chipps, Montana State University ; Suzanne G Taylor, Montana State University; Nicholas Lux Lux, Montana State University; Elizabeth Nelson, Montana State University

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. Geospatial skills represent an excellent opportunity for high school students to connect totheir local place and address local issues from a multidisciplinary lens1. Past camps andcurriculum show that introducing students to these skills increases students understanding ofclimate change, spatial and relational thinking2-4. We also aim to address geospatial careers sothat students can see the variety of careers that utilize geospatial skills across the state and thenation, particularly those connected to the US Air Force Office of Scientific Research and NSFEPSCoR as the funding agencies. We will highlight careers such as geospatial intelligence,geospatial engineering, forestry, and health geography.Theoretical and Curriculum Design Frameworks

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Latanya Robinson, Florida International University; Alexandra Coso Strong, Florida International University

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intersection of engineering education, faculty development, and complex systems design. Alexandra completed her graduate degrees in Aerospace Engineering from Georgia Tech (PhD) and Systems Engineering from the University of Virginia (UVa). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Preliminary Design of an Engineering Case Study for Elementary Students (Work in Progress)AbstractThe dominant stories about engineering in the media illustrate a field with a chronic shortage ofengineers and where “doing engineering” is about math, science, and building. Recent literaturereviews examining engineering practice and engineering careers provide a broader picture ofwhat engineers do

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel E. Gehr, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Tamara J Moore, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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].While the workforce continues to expand, teenagers still show disinterest in entering themicroelectronics industry [6]. According to Social Cognitive Career Theory (SCCT), students’awareness and motivation of working in a certain field will only increase if multiple exposureopportunities are provided [7]. Without an increase in the upcoming generation’s motivation topursue careers in the microelectronics workforce, the plan to continue expanding ourinvolvement in this industry will suffer.We propose that embedding engaging microelectronics content into existing middle and highschool curriculum will increase student awareness of and interest in the field. This work inprogress will evaluate 11 units that are implemented during the 2023 – 24

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Krusty's Creations: Robotics and Electronics in Springfield STEAM, Hey Hey!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua E. Katz, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Robin Jephthah Rajarathinam, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Yang Victoria Shao, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Yuting W. Chen, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Understanding the Influence of a Week-Long Electrical and ComputerEngineering Summer Camp on Middle School Students’ Interests in STEM(RTP)AbstractStudent interest in engineering at the K-12 level has been shown to predict whether students ofall backgrounds pursue engineering as a college major and career [1],[2]. Middle school is acritical time when student interest, identity, and career choices begin to solidify. Scientists havedeveloped a framework based on social cognitive theory for understanding three factors that arecritical in career pathway development in late adolescence and early adulthood, namely, "(1)Formation and elaboration of career-relevant interests, (2) Selection of academic and

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Milhouse's Moment: Engineering Inclusivity, Everything's Coming Up Milhouse!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Meagan C Pollock, Engineer Inclusion; Lara Hebert, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Lynford Goddard, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Luisa-Maria Rosu, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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the key question here, aimed atattracting and motivating student agency[9]. This component measures the extent to whichpositive career messaging[10] and multiple work[11] and cultural values[12], as well as funds ofknowledge[13] are integrated into STEM education. It encourages educators to use aspirationaland relatable messages to inspire students, highlighting the creative and collaborative nature ofSTEM professionals. The rubric's stages range from a lack of positive messaging to fullyintegrated messaging that conveys the meaningful impact and opportunities within STEM fields.Hands (Active Participation): Finally, "Let me try it?" encapsulates the essence of this section.It promotes student-centered learning and active participation

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Principal Skinner's Secrets: Cultivating STEM in Remote Locations, Steamed Hams!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Taryn Melkus Bayles, University of Pittsburgh; Claudia J. Morrell, STEM Equity Initiative, LLC; Sandra Staklis, RTI International; Kevin A Jordan, RTI International

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Paper ID #42431Professional Development for STEM Teachers in Rural Counties to BroadenParticipation in EngineeringDr. Taryn Melkus Bayles, University of Pittsburgh Taryn Melkus Bayles is a Professor, Teaching Track, in the Chemical & Petroleum Engineering Department at the University of Pittsburgh, and serves as the Undergraduate Program Director. She has spent part of her career working in industry with Exxon, Westinghouse, Phillips Petroleum and Pittsburgh Energy Technology Center (now NETL). Her industrial experience has included process engineering, computer modeling and control, process design and testing, and

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Springfield's STEM Spectacle: Evaluating Engineering Excellence, D'oh!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edward Collins, Non-profit; Rochelle L Williams, Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity

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,opportunities for economic mobility. However, there is a pressing need to attractunderrepresented minority and first-generation college students to STEM disciplines, as currentrepresentation from these groups remains low [1]. An obstacle to the production of STEMgraduates in the United States is the challenge to develop students' interest in math and science[2]. In many K–12 systems, there is a disconnect between math, science, and other disciplines, tothe real world and students often fail to recognize the links between their studies and potentialSTEM careers [2].One way to foster students' interest in math and science is to use informal learning to connectthese subjects to real-world contexts and careers [2]. By engaging students and teachers

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Instructional Showcase

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tamara J Moore, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Siddika Selcen Guzey, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Greg J Strimel, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Morgan M Hynes, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Kerrie A Douglas, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Molly H Goldstein, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Rachel E. Gehr, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Emily M. Haluschak, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Azizi Penn, Purdue Engineering Education; Breejha Sene Quezada, Purdue Engineering Education; Deana Lucas, Purdue University, West Lafayette; JaKobi Burton, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mary K. Pilotte, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Rena Ann Sterrett, Purdue Engineering Education

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the QR code Curricular Units Overview: One of the main goals of SCALE K-12above or the following link: is to integrate engineering design and microelectronics-relatedhttps://www.scalek12.org (ME) content, contexts, and career awareness into the pre-college classroom. Curriculum units were codeveloped with participating teachers and were tested in their classrooms. There are 11 units for secondary students that have been created to meet a call for integration of ME across the curriculum. The core content areas for the created units include science, mathematics, English

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Instructional Showcase

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Lynn Orton P.E., University of Missouri, Columbia

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Business Concepts Purpose: Positively impact students' STEM Solution for the Classroom: attitudes toward STEM 13 independent lessons and activities on bridge design and concepts, classes, and construction using photos and interviews from a current career choices construction of the new I-70 bridge over the Missouri River Each lesson includes: PowerPoint Slide decksAnimated slides with notes that gives Embedded videos to explain Interviews with real engineers and photostheory, background, and examples concepts from an active construction siteRecorded Videos of presentations Hands

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Lee Kouo, The Johns Hopkins University; Jeanette Chipps, The Johns Hopkins University; Rachel Figard, Arizona State University

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integrated with the 12th grade science course. The high school program isdivided into two tracks: a.) High School Diploma Track and b) Career Readiness Certificate Track. Thestudents in the Diploma Track are working towards earning a High School Diploma. The CareerReadiness Track consists of students aged 14-21 who are working toward earning a High SchoolCertificate of Program Completion. There are three students enrolled in 12th-grade science. Consideringtheir primary disabilities, two of the students have autism while one student has multiple disabilities.Additional information about the students is presented in Table 1.Table 1. Learners’ Profile Student Age High School Track Profile Ava 18 Diploma Track

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Homer's Handy Homework: STEM Adventures from Sofa to School, Mmm... STEM

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Turhan K. Carroll, University of Georgia; Jessica R Hoehn, University of Colorado Boulder; Noah D Finkelstein, University of Colorado Boulder

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pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) careers as early as middle school, suggesting that nurturing STEM interest inelementary and middle (primary) school is a key factor in attracting youth to engineering. Goalsof racial equity and attracting youth into engineering have birthed the proliferation of manyinformal STEM education (ISE) programs (e.g., out-of-school programs, summer camps, etc.).Though research suggests that ISE increases participants’ STEM interest, it is unclear whetherISE is successful in sparking STEM interest in previously uninterested youth. This gap existspartly because little is known about the initial STEM interest of ISE participants.Using a survey research design, we addressed this gap by studying

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Krusty's Creations: Robotics and Electronics in Springfield STEAM, Hey Hey!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Justin Jin, TechnoWizards; Parker Olkowski; James Chengda Lu, BASIS Shavano; Vincent Liu, Brandeis High School; Ilias M Bakri; Aditya Rao; Yu-Fang Jin, The University of Texas, San Antonio; Isabel Xu

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of the US economy and its job sectors. To equip thenext generation of STEM professionals with the skills needed for innovation andto tackle the challenges of globalization, K-12 education plays a key role in layingthe groundwork for STEM education. In addition to the significant efforts madeby the US government, collaborative community initiatives such as internationalrobotics competitions have emerged as valuable platforms for K-12 students toapply STEM and soft skills within the context of robot competitions. Thesecompetitions foster an environment of gracious professionalism, inspiring morestudents to pursue careers in STEM fields while also ensuring a positivelychallenging and enjoyable experience. With kids’ continuous endeavor to

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Springfield's STEM Spectacle: Evaluating Engineering Excellence, D'oh!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Meintel, University of Cincinnati; Samieh Askarian Khanamani, University of Cincinnati; Blaire MH Bartish M.Ed., University of Cincinnati; Whitney Gaskins, University of Cincinnati; Kyle Turner, University of Cincinnati

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, a third year of Ph.D. student in Engineering Education from the University of Cincinnati. I have 10 years of experience as a vice principal and STEM teacher in STEM-based elementary schools and host of several workshops for kids and parents about engineering and hands-on activities in STEM. My research area is in PreK-12 and diversity. Have an engineering background in my Master’s and Undergraduate.Blaire MH Bartish M.Ed., University of Cincinnati Blaire MH Bartish M.Ed. is a STEM Educator from the Cincinnati area. She specializes in community engagement, informal learning, early career exploration, DEI initiatives, and early childhood development. She holds a BA in Early Childhood Education from Ohio Wesleyan

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Milhouse's Moment: Engineering Inclusivity, Everything's Coming Up Milhouse!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nina Kamath Telang, University of Texas at Austin; Anjali Maguie Raghavan, University of Texas at Austin

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the University of Texas’ engineering program, the different engineeringfields and careers, a thorough overview of the application process, and financial aid. This projectwas evaluated with an anonymous survey administered to the high school students after thecompletion of the program to gauge engagement, whether they felt the program was beneficial,and interest levels in engineering, all of which helped determine the program's effectiveness.Motivation for Study:In the Austin regional area, there are significant disparities in pursuing higher education betweenhigh schools. A Texas report containing the number of high school graduates and those whowent to an in-state public four-year university demonstrates these differences. For example,around

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Duff's Dynamic Duo: Harnessing the Power of Teamwork for STEM Excellence!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rafic Bachnak, Penn State University, Harrisburg; Brittany Anderson, Penn State University, Harrisburg

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(Evaluation, Diversity)AbstractThis paper describes a summer enrichment program focused on improving student preparednessfor college, while promoting STEM education through active learning experiences and activities.The program is a partnership with industry and designed to introduce participants to variousengineering disciplines through two field trips and hands-on activities that include sessions inchemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, computer science, electrical engineering, civilengineering, and mechanical engineering. These activities provide participants with importantknowledge and skills to gain a better understanding of science and engineering careers. A majorbenefit of the program is ensuring a strong pipeline of STEM talent while

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Flanders' Fellowship: Building STEM Community Impact, Hi-Diddly-Ho!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Olivia Ryan, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maija A Benitz, Roger Williams University

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‭understanding and interest in engineering in order to pursue it as a career option. However,‬ ‭literature has shown that children hold misconceptions about the engineering profession, which‬ ‭can deter potential future engineers from the field. This underscores the importance of‬ ‭introducing engineering concepts at a young age. Over the past ten years, the Next Generation‬ ‭Science Standards (NGSS) have been integrated into state school curricula, increasing the‬ ‭emphasis on engineering in K-12. Although the NGSS helps introduce engineering at a young‬ ‭age, it can be difficult for teachers to incorporate engineering into their lessons without the‬ ‭required background knowledge. To help mitigate this challenge, a

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Meet at Springfield Middle: Where Engineering Meets Education, Woozle Wuzzle!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Krista Dulany Chisholm, University of Florida; Olivia Lancaster, University of Florida; Areesha Razi, University of Florida; Nancy Ruzycki, University of Florida

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needed to identify and solve problemswhile constructing an understanding of how STEM impacts the world [3], [5], [6]. Informalprograms provide opportunities for targeted enrichment, especially in the areas of computerscience (CS), artificial intelligence (AI), and engineering design. Continuous learning is ensuredby allowing students to engage with new technology resources supportive of coding andengineering [7], [8].Summer programs complement traditional K-12 education by exposing students to STEMconcepts through engagement in various activities and applications that provide the time, means,and resources for authentic STEM learning [6]. These opportunities have shown impacts onstudents’ interest in STEM content, future careers, and grades

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Principal Skinner's Secrets: Cultivating STEM in Remote Locations, Steamed Hams!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monsuru O Ramoni, Navajo Technical University; Calsey T Nez, Navajo Technical University

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, Arizona. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Dual-Credit Engineering Program in Native American Serving School District: Best Practices and Findings (RTP, Diversity)ABSTRACTEarly exposure to engineering is a valuable strategy to ignite interest, curiosity, and enthusiasm amongstudents from a young age. Early exposure to engineering programs - such as after-school activities,career exploration events, guest speakers, and industry visits - can provide engineering concepts andhands-on experiences to help students develop a strong foundation and inspire the next generation ofminority engineers, fostering a diverse and innovative workforce.However, implementing most early exposure to engineering