Engineering. She has worked for companies such as the Air Force Research Laboratory in conjunction with Oak Ridge National Labs and as an R & D Computer Science Inter for Sandia National Labs conducting Natural Language Processing and AI research and was inducted into the Bagley College of Engineering Hall of Fame in 2021.Dr. Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University Jean Mohammadi-Aragh is the Director of Bagley College of Engineering Office of Inclusive Excellence and Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Mississippi State University. Through her interdependent roles in research, teaching, and service, Jean is actively breaking down academic and social
. Kravchenko, H. Alekseeva, and L. Gorbatyuk, “Curriculum Optimization by the Criteria of Max- imizing Professional Value and the Connection Coefficient of Educational Elements, Using Software Tools,” in ICT in Education, Research, and Industrial Applications, vol. 1, pp. 365–378, May 2018.[12] M. Bussemaker, N. Trokanas, and F. Cecelja, “An ontological approach to chemical engineering cur- riculum development,” Computers & Chemical Engineering, vol. 106, pp. 927–941, Nov. 2017.[13] S. Muryanto, “Concept Mapping: An Interesting and Useful Learning Tool for Chemical Engineering Laboratories,” International Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 22, pp. 979–985, May 2006.[14] R. S. Voronov, S. Basuray, G. Obuskovic, L. Simon, R. B
given as extra-credit problems in homework assignments. Students could use the conceptmap to visually organize and reinforce their understanding of key concepts.Concept maps were also introduced to sophomore-year students in the ”Analog Signal processing- ECE 210” course for the first time. This course was required for Electrical Engineering andComputer Engineering majors, while students from other majors were only required to completethe first half. The full course comprises 14 homework assignments, 5 laboratory assignments, 3midterm exams, and 1 final exam. On the other hand, the first half course comprises 8 homeworkassignments, 1 midterm exam, and 1 final exam. During the spring 2023 semester, 334 studentswere enrolled in the full course
University Dr. Maija Benitz is an Associate Professor of Engineering at Roger Williams University, where she has taught since 2017. Prior to joining RWU, she taught at the Evergreen State College in Olympia, WA, after completing her doctoral work jointly in the Multiphase Flow Laboratory and the Wind Energy Center at UMass Amherst. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Evaluating Fourth-Grader’s Perception of Engineering Through a Community-Engaged Project bstractATo meet the complex challenges of the future, there needs to be an increase in the number of students pursuing STEM and engineering. To grow those numbers, students must have an
23-315, National Science Foundation, 2023. Available: https://ncses.nsf.gov/wmpd[2] M. Beck, J. Cadwell, A. Kern, K. Wu, M. Dickerson, and M. Howard, “Critical feministanalysis of STEM mentoring programs: A meta‐synthesis of the existing literature. Gender,Work & Organization,” vol. 29, no. 1, pp. 167-187, 2022.[3] Cole, M. W, “Turning the STEM tide: An approach for mentoring young women on how tothrive in STEM careers”, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD: Army Research Laboratory, 2014.[4] B. Ülkü-Steiner, B. Kurtz-Costes, and C. R. Kinlaw, “Doctoral student experiences ingender-balanced and male-dominated graduate programs”, Journal of Educational Psychology,vol. 92, no. 2, pp. 296 - 307, 2000. Available: https://doi.org/10.1037/0022
,the ABET program criteria for environmental engineering and similarly named programs statesthat, “the curriculum must include … calculus-based physics, chemistry (includingstoichiometry, equilibrium, and kinetics), earth sciences, biological sciences, and fluid mechanics… hands-on laboratory experiments, and analysis and interpretation of the resulting data in morethan one major environmental engineering focus area, e.g., air, water, land, environmentalhealth…” [45]. These criteria – focused on foundational math and science, engineeringapplications of math and science, and experimentation are areas where environmental engineershistorically have tremendous strength in teaching using a variety of pedagogies. The ABETprogram criteria also
obstacles is the existence of unconscious and conscious biases in faculty searchprocedures, which put candidates from minoritized identities at a disadvantage (Roper, 2019;Sackett et al., 1991; Steinpreis et al., 1999; Wapman et al., 2022; Wenneras & Wold, 1997; Wu etal., 2023). Such biases may also exist when considering prospective faculty members’qualifications as to their day-to-day responsibilities – teaching, research, and service – which, inmost institutions, involves engaging with people from a wide range of identities in the classroom,in laboratories, and beyond. Thus, DEI-related qualifications such as the ability to employinclusive teaching practices is an important measure of merit for faculty members.Purpose and Research QuestionIt
types of workspaces available may vary between cohorts.Differences in workspace layouts can affect their suitability for group work and collaborativeprojects. An enjoyable place to work with others may encourage students to spend more timeworking together on a project compared to students with less enjoyable workspaces that simplywant to ‘get it done’ so they can go elsewhere. It is important for instructors to be aware of howthis could influence student interaction and collaboration. In courses featuring laboratorycomponents, discrepancies in equipment availability and functionality can lead to differentlearning outcomes and/or inequitable hands-on experiences. Equity across cohorts should be keptin mind when designing laboratory activities
seems to bring the vague notion around whatis an inclusive culture down to concepts that resonate with individuals and reinforce the norms forhow we want everyone to be treated in order to maximize our satisfaction with the workplace andcollegiality with our work colleagues, all of which helps to improve productivity and creativity inlarge teams [15, 17].For example, when talking to some of our Centers’ summer research participants, we showed thepictorial representation to help communicate our expectations for how they would treat others,and how they should be treated. We made it clear to Center graduate mentors, too, and had themthink about how they could make their laboratory and research groups be more inclusive.Moreover, when talking to our
are interested inpursuing higher education in the United States. Several unique factors contribute to theattractiveness of U.S. colleges and universities for students from India: • Research Opportunities: U.S. universities provide extensive opportunities for research and innovation. Students can access cutting-edge laboratories, libraries, and resources to engage in meaningful research projects. • International Reputation: A degree from a U.S. university is widely recognized and respected globally. Many employers value the skills and knowledge gained through a U.S. education. • English as the Medium of Instruction: Studying in the U.S. offers the chance to improve English language proficiency, an
. Patel, B. Yalvac, D. E. Kanter, and N. Goel. Developing a standards-based K-12 engineering curricula through partnerships with university students and industry. In 2004 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. [18] B. Yalvac, D. Smith, P. L. Hirsch, and G. Birol. "Teaching writing in a laboratory-based engineering course with a “How People Learn” framework." New Directions for Teaching and Learning, no.108, pp. 59-73, 2006. [19] B. Yalvac, H. D. Smith, J. B. Troy, and P. Hirsch, “Promoting advanced writing skills in an upper-level engineering class,” Journal of Engineering Education, vol.96, no.2, pp. 117-128, 2007. [20] M. C. Ayar and B. Yalvac
tutors seems to be negative, except in General Chemistry1. The implementation of ETs in chemistry, especially within the laboratory, appears tosignificantly improve outcomes. The lab allows the ETs and students to interact in anunstructured environment, building stronger ET-student connections. Chemistry is typically thefirst college lab experience students have, so in-lab assistance can be extremely helpful.In fact, one Chemistry faculty member found that employing an ET has increased the successrate in their General Chemistry 1 classes as follows: 49% in Spring 2022 (first semesterimplementing ET) to 63% in Fall 2022 and to 66% in Fall 2023. The ET is actively involved inthe lecture and lab experiences and holds regular tutoring/help hours
stakeholders, assisting with data collection, and data analysis procedures. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Cross-cultural Studies from Palm Beach Atlantic University.Prof. David C. Mays, University of Colorado Denver David Mays is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Colorado Denver. He earned his B.S. from the University of Pennsylvania in 1995, then taught high school through Teach for America and worked as a contractor at Los Alamos National Laboratory before earning his M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of California Berkeley in 1999 and 2005, respectively. He has been at CU Denver since 2005, where he applies ideas from complex systems science to study flow in
of STEM majorsfrom community colleges through relevant initiatives. Such initiatives offer advanced scientificknowledge, and laboratory experiences, and inspire aspirations for graduate school, therebyenabling these graduates to pursue a comprehensive education that opens up numerous careeroptions. However, the review also highlighted the challenges faced by community collegestudents and faculty in participating in these initiatives[1].It was reported that effective transfer strategies were developed to customize researchexperiences for community colleges and establish long-term partnerships with four-yearinstitutions, to improve accessibility and tackle obstacles [2]. These initiatives aim to expandopportunities for community college
], which introducessome active programming teaching methods. Portela employed four approaches to develop theinstructional plan, namely: BYOD, flipped classroom, gamification, and using the skills ofindividual students to solve posed problems. Tewolde presented a method for improving studentmotivation in a microcontroller-based embedded systems course to enhance students’ role inactive learning [10]. The method consists of three tools, namely: laboratory assignments forpractical hands-on activities, “peer teaching” techniques, and self-proposal, which enablesindividual creativity. For some complex and difficult to understand courses such as programmingalgorithms-related subjects, Garcia et al. [11] proposed a method in the form of
only one semester. A goal is to expand to fall and springwith the same cohort of university students, but that seems to be a constraint as some studentscan only take the class one semester. Another challenge is when to start the engagement in theelementary school. The local school district has teaching time and materials requirements andaligning the best day for the outreach engagement can be a challenge. Working with the schoolson designated outreach days has been successful; however, the schedule may not always alignwith the university students’ schedules. Some of the more positive opportunities are to bringmore elementary students to campus to participate in hands-on learning at the design studio laband to visit research laboratories. This
Paper ID #41205Developing Research Identity: Experiences and Influences Leading to UndergraduateStudents’ Growth as ResearchersSamantha Splendido, Pennsylvania State University Sam Splendido is a Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. She is currently a graduate research assistant under Dr. Catherine Berdanier in the Engineering Cognitive Research Laboratory (ECRL). She earned her B.S. in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering from Pennsylvania State University.Catherine G. P. Berdanier, Pennsylvania State University Catherine G.P. Berdanier is an Associate Professor of Mechanical
program on GPA and retention," JEng Educ, vol. 93, (4), pp. 293-301, 2004.[25] Hasso Plattner Institute of Design, Stanford University, "The Wallet Project," Available:https://dschool.stanford.edu/resources/the-gift-giving-project.[26] K. Bieryla, "Design Sprint – Dorm Life Edition," 2024. Available:https://engineeringunleashed.com/card/4032.[27] NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, "Water Filtration Challenge," Available:https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/edu/teach/activity/water-filtration-challenge/.[28] J. Thomas, L. E. Boucheron and J. P. Houston, "Measuring self-efficacy in diverse first-yearengineering students exposed to entrepreneurial minded learning," in 2018 IEEE Frontiers inEducation Conference (FIE), 2018.[29] D. Dickey and C. Pearson, "Recency
to students to visit the laboratory (Figure 3). Two effectivemodifications emerged. When provided by advisors, college associate deans and faculty, therewere no students who responded to the invitation. Both individual emails or group emailsprovided no distinction, Subsequently 4 under-represented students were employed to reachstudents. They sent group and follow up individual e-mails. A higher interest resulted. Of 44students who were contacted individually, 12 signed up to visit faculty. The student mentorprovided the questions that students raised as did the faculty. Questions to the faculty centered onthe technical and research field while questions to the student were personal/financial/communication based.Figure 3: Faculty invitations
Center for Leadership Education within Johns Hopkins University’s Whiting School of Engineering. He obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical engineering and his PhD in history of science from Johns Hopkins University. As an engineer at JHU’s Applied Physics Laboratory, Hearty built radio communications hardware for NASA’s Parker Solar Probe. As an historian, he has studied collaborations across disciplines of engineering and applied science since the 1930s. His doctoral dissertation analyzed the rise and development of water quality management, a multidisciplinary field of applied science, from the New Deal to the Clean Water Act. ©American Society for Engineering Education
engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. Scott’s research relates to accessible and inexpensive engineering equipment for laboratory education.Wendy Cagle, Western Carolina UniversityDr. Andrew Ritenour, Western Carolina University Andrew Ritenour is currently an Assistant Professor in the School of Engineering + Technology at Western Carolina University (WCU). In addition to teaching in the field of electrical engineering, he coordinates the senior engineering capstone program which is a multidisciplinary, two-semester course sequence with projects sponsored by industrial partners. Within this role, he focuses on industrial outreach and the teaching and assessment of professional skills. Prior to joining WCU in 2018
. - Visiting facilities and and surveys laboratories related to the REU - Research results Introduce scientific methods - Weekly seminars - REU evaluations, interviews, while developing confidence and - Completion of individual and surveys skills in the communication of research projects - Research results scientific research. - Final project and poster - presentation Increase the ability of all - Feedback on research memos - REU evaluations, interviews, students to develop solutions and final
fully absorbed in the simulatedexperience. Pointing with motion sensing gloves, remotes, or eye detection gave a more realisticexperience than using a mouse and keyboard commands. Imagination or belief that the user is in thevirtual environment is impacted by immersion and interactivity of the virtual experience. VR laboratories,testing, and demonstrations can provide students with a better intuitive understanding of the content. Study ContextMachine Design at Penn StateOver the past eight years, Dr. Daniel Cortes (an author on this paper) has been the instructor for sixsections of a machine design course, which has been offered in-person through traditional instruction. Theinstructional approach
in Engineering, Special Edition(Fall), 2013, pp. 1-28.8. K. Litchfield, A. Javernick‐Will, and A. Maul. "Technical and professional skills of engineers involved and not involved in engineering service." Journal of Engineering Education 105.1, 2016, pp. 70-99. J. Eyler, “Reflection: Linking Service and Learning—Linking Students and Communities”, Journal of Social Issues, Vol. 58 Issue 3, 2000, Pages 517 – 53410. D. E. Giles, & J. Eyler, The impact of a college community service laboratory on students’ personal, social, and cognitive outcomes. Journal of Adolescence, 17, 1994, pp. 327–339.11. Eyler, J., & Giles, D.E. Where’s the learning in service-learning? San Francisco: Jossey- Bass, 1999.12
University of Louisville, Kentucky in 2008 and joined Tennessee Tech University in 2009 to pursue his Ph.D. in Electrical (Power) Engineering. He completed his graduate study in August 2013. He served as the WVU Tech IEEE student branch advisor between 2014 and 2018. He has been the IEEE West Virginia section chair/vice-chair since 2018. He served as Technical Committee Program Chair of the 49th North American Power Symposium (NAPS 2017) held in Morgantown, WV. He was a WVU IDEA (Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship, Applied) Fellow and WVU TLC Faculty Associate for Assessment. He is currently a WVU Faculty Senator. He was a DoE visiting faculty member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in the Summer of 2018 and 2019. He is
culture of engineering, which has been characterized as masculine,competitive, individualistic, and meritocratic [16],[17]. A number of these attributes areproblematic with regards to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) and could detractfrom the appropriate valuation of research conducted by URMWF. Further, it should not beassumed that white women will be supporters and allies of URMWF [18],[19],[20]; e.g., “thereis a long history of white women not being trustworthy allies” [21]. Thus, change withinengineering broadly, and EnvE more specifically, is critically needed. EnvE and Community Engaged ResearchEnvE faculty traditionally conduct laboratory or field-based research that may be experimental ormonitoring oriented, and
the engineering power industry and education sectors and is known for his thought leadership in capacity building and engineering education.Bolaji Ruth Bamidele, Utah State UniversityAbasiafak Ndifreke Udosen, Purdue University, West Lafayette Abasiafak Udosen is a professional Mechanical Engineer in Nigeria and a doctoral research scholar at ROCkETEd laboratory, Purdue University, United States. He earned a B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering and an M.Eng in Energy and Power Engineering both in Nigeria. Over the years he has had the privilege of teaching courses such as Thermodynamics, Measurement and Instrumentation, Engineering Metallurgy, System Design, and Quantitative research methods at the University of Nigeria
: An international interdisciplinary exploration. Biomimetics, 8(1), 125. https://doi.org/10.3390/biomimetics8010125Youngblood, T. D., Yeter, I. H., Williams, C. M., & Burley, H. (2016, June). STEMChoice: An examination of program evaluation data in a STEM-centered, inquiry-based program. In 2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. https://peer.asee.org/25875Zorzano, M. P. (2020). Gender balance in Mars exploration: Lessons learned from the Mars Science Laboratory. Sustainability, 12(24), 10658.
the fact that throughout thecourse, student attendance was excellent. During the class, students consistently maintained eyecontact with the instructor because they were engaged in the presentation of the material.Students very much liked the course content and the way in which it was presented, but probablyvery few students could put into words why they liked the pedagogy used in Aero TWC. Theanswer as to why the course content was well received is that the teaching of the course wasdone in such a manner that every class had features of the presentation style that appealed totheir various learning styles.Also, during the academic year 2022-2023, the Aero TWC instructor was a Teaching Assistant(TA) for an Aerospace laboratory course (which
in curriculum & instruction from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her research focuses on promoting teamwork in complex engineering problem solving through collaborative task design. She currently co-leads the integration of human-centered design principles within select courses across the Grainger College of Engineering.Mr. Saadeddine Shehab, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign I am currently the Associate Director of Assessment and Research team at the Siebel Center for Design (SCD) at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. I work with a group of wonderful and talented people at SCD’s Assessment and Research Laboratory to conduct research that informs and evaluates our practice