©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024The Role of University Research Libraries on Improving Education inScience, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics: A Focus onInstitutional Collaborative CultureJason M. Keith1 and Lis Pankl21 Bagley College of Engineering, Mississippi State University, Mississippi StateMS, 397622 Mississippi State University Libraries, Mississippi State University,Mississippi State MS, 39762The Role of University Research Libraries on Improving Education in Science,Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics: A Focus on Institutional CollaborativeCultureAbstractThe Mitchell Memorial Library is in the heart of the campus of Mississippi State University(MSU). As part of a new strategic plan to transform MSU
. 3.2. Walked through the parts of the sensor using example sensor that we (the virtual instructor) had. (*Note – At Pitt, we had the same monitor so we were able to talk about the monitor through both pictures on the slides and physically over Zoom.) 4. To prepare for the next module, we instructed the students to consider what places or areas they want to set up the monitor to collect data. Module Session 5 LO 5. Creating a Monitoring Program and Collecting Data 1. Reviewed major takeaways from previous modules 2. Creating a Monitoring Plan 2.1. Defined what a Monitoring Plan is for the students 2.2. Think-Pair-Share Exercise on brainstorming AQ monitoring locations 2.3. Finalized the Monitoring Plan
appreciation of informal lunch periods embedded within the session.Although the team questioned the time spent on lunch during the session, our participants felt ithelped them to discuss the content and build community. Participants also reported in both thein-person CoP and online SLG that they were more likely to make changes to their pedagogybecause we asked them to frame each session’s content within one course and to not consider alltheir courses, which could lead to being overwhelmed and reduce chances of pedagogicalchange. As we plan for our next iteration of programming, these lessons learned will reinforceelements that went well.We learned lessons from challenges the team encountered. Lessons learned regarding ourdisciplinary perspectives and
plan comprises a ResearchPlan to develop deeper understandings about how SVSM participate, persist, and produceprofessional identities in engineering education, and an Education Plan to place newunderstandings into practice through collaborative development, implementation, dissemination,and sustainment of targeted anti-deficit, assets-based educational and support resources forundergraduate SVSM in engineering.The research plan builds from existing cross-sectional, transition-focused research with studentveterans, documented in the engineering and higher education literature, using a longitudinal,narrative inquiry research approach [5] and an innovative, two-strand theoretical framework.The theoretical framework centers social theories of
maps and reflections will be used to assess student’sgrowth in EM connectedness. A description of each institution’s partnership development andimplementation is presented in this paper. We anticipate key results will include: 1) students’positive perception through engaged learning, 2) student growth in EM connectedness, 3)students’ increased appreciation of multiculturalism, 4) all modalities support growth in student’sEM and multiculturalism competencies, and 5) in-person international travel componentsdemonstrate a larger increase in multiculturalism competencies due to cultural immersion. Theteam is finalizing plans for these experiences in fall 2023 and will implement the experiencesand collect data in spring 2024
teacher PD”). In addition, theteachers gather as a cohort for activities such as Friday group lunches, lab and campus tours,speakers, an industry panel and networking session, and other special events. The summerculminates with a RET Poster Symposium and the RET program continues into the academic yearwith quarterly meetings to report on the implementation of their research-inspired lesson plan intheir classroom.Continued engagement with the research mentors can result in the WPI researchers visitingclassrooms or inviting the teachers back the following summer. The final deliverable for the RETparticipants is to finalize their lesson plan for posting on an online repository of teacher resourcesand to present their research experience and lesson
technology as a supplementary tool for freshmen and sophomoreConstruction Management (CM) students who often struggle with understanding 2D plans and visualizing3D projects. These skills are essential in the field of construction management. The study assessedLiDAR's effectiveness in enhancing students' learning outcomes in an "Estimating" course by comparingtraditional plan-based learning with LiDAR-assisted learning. Students were tasked with reviewing aconstruction plan and then given access to a LiDAR scan of the same project for virtual exploration andmeasurement. A survey was developed with multiple questions about students’ overall experience, theircomfort level with working with either mode of data delivery, and some basic
Education with a Mathematics minor from Ohio Northern University. His main research interests include transfer student information asymmetries, threshold concepts, curricular complexity, and advancing quantitative and fully integrated mixed methods.Nahal Rashedi , University of Cincinnati PhD Student of Engineering Education ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Analyzing Trends in Curricular Complexity and Extracting Common Curricular Design Patterns AbstractThis research paper explores how curricular design patterns can be extracted from plan of studydata systematically. Engineering is a notoriously sequential
promoted through reflection, orthought about one’s own actions. With reflection, students become more aware of their ownprocesses. Although reflection is essential for learning, there has tended to be limited systematicreflection and metacognitive instructional activity in engineering (Ambrose, 2013; Cunninghamet al., 2015; Marra et al., 2017).Our NSF-funded research aimed to address this gap. Our research was conducted in a flippedfluid mechanics classroom, in which step-by-step instruction in planning, monitoring, andevaluating (PME) of problem-solving was provided as part of in-class exercises (i.e., directinstruction “in context”) to support metacognitive skills development and problem-solving.Students also reflected weekly in writing about
engineering student, the first point the AIrecommended for consideration was “curriculum compatibility,” saying that “Engineeringcourses often have a strict sequence of prerequisites. Ensuring that the courses you take abroadwill be recognized by your home institution is crucial. This might require detailed planning anddiscussions with academic advisors” (OpenAI, 2024). In summary, both academic reports andbroader conversations suggest that curricular complexity can be a challenge for students studyingabroad in engineering. However, no studies have attempted to measure this relationship, whichwe wanted to explore in our own context at Purdue University.Characterizing the Complexity of the Curriculum With the aim of providing metrics to support
Paper ID #41624Preparing Future Generations for Executive Leadership Roles in TechnicalOrganizationsMr. Richard (Rick) Warren Blank, Johns Hopkins Engineering for Professionals Richard W (Rick) Blank, B.A., B.S., M.S. Mr. Blank is a Lecturer in the Engineering for Professionals Master of Engineering Management Program at the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering. In this program he teaches Planning & Managing Projects; Finance, Contracts, & Compliance for Technical Professionals; Strategic Communications in Technical Organizations; and Executive Technical Leadership. He also holds an appointment as the
environment and to improving the overall quality of life of the communities. Paula plans international research experience programs for undergraduate and graduate students in collaboration with international partners. She has helped organize and develop international workshops in the field of sustainability and smart cities. Paula has also developed outreach programs that educate the youth about the principles of sustainability. Paula received a Bachelors and Master’s of Science in Civil Engineering from UAB.Dr. Fouad H. Fouad, University of Alabama, Birmingham Dr. Fouad H. Fouad, Ph.D., P.E., is Professor and Chairman Emeritus of the Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering Department at the University of Alabama at
success outcomes. However, finding efficient and effectivetransfer pathways between institutions is challenging, particularly when accounting for programrequirements that are constantly changing, students changing their major plans, the creation of newcourses, etc. Crafting a suitable plan for transfer students demands expert knowledge, effort, andsometimes collaboration among multiple institutions. Managing all of this complexity manuallyis partly accountable for the credit loss issue mentioned above. In this paper we consider the rolethat data and analytics can play in addressing this problem.To gain a deeper understanding of this challenge, we first formally define the Optimal TransferPathway (OTP) problem, which involves finding a two-year to
: A METHODOLOGYAbstractThis paper introduces a methodology for teaching the Design of Experiments (DoE) MechanicalEngineering course. The concept centers on three principles: a multidisciplinary approach, studentempowerment, and real-life engineering challenges. The DoE course curriculum centers aroundtwo phases, Project 1, and Project 2, with critical problem-solving as the core focus. Project-basedlearning involves teams selecting real-life challenges and adopting a connection between students'missions and global issues. It progresses through establishing project needs, cultivating ownershipthrough role-playing, and developing technical knowledge. Work Plan Development encompassesdrafting experimental plans, data collection strategies, and
specific, its aid in instructional and course design. The METM program curriculum offers courses that focus on Project Management,Strategic Planning and Management, Financial Resource Management, etc., that are included inthe Engineering Management Body of Knowledge (EMBOK)[3]. At the conclusion of theMETM program, students must research, design, and showcase a real-world project that requirescomprehensive application of the knowledge they have learned throughout the program, in orderto bring significant impact to the stakeholders of their chosen organizations. The Capstone course spans over two semesters, Fall (Capstone I) and Spring (CapstoneII); it was first offered in 2019, and in 2023, the fifth student cohort started their
have experience in managing a grant-funded project using industry-standard techniques.Guiding new grantees in applying Project Management skills as they implement NSF ATE-funded grants for the first time holds promise for improving project outcomes, reducing thefrustration of a steep learning curve for new PIs, and encouraging follow-on grant proposals tothe ATE Program.The first two principles of project management, (1) set clear objectives from the start and (2)create a project plan, are required to receive a first grant from NSF. When a grant award isreceived, two-year college faculty are invariably faced with working grant-funded activities intotheir already heavily-scheduled work weeks. Knowing about and employing project managementskills
student engagement and motivation within conventional educational settings. By shiftingto a PBL paradigm, the course directly tackles these challenges by actively involving studentsin meaningful and applicable learning experiences. The research employed an experimentalmethodology, using a validated survey to assess students' sense of belonging and self-efficacy. Participants were twenty-one students enrolled in the “Building Processes I” class.The project-based activity was structured into three phases: planning, execution, and closure.Students engaged in an ongoing project, applying classroom knowledge to plan and executeconstruction tasks, and concluded by evaluating the project outcomes to identify lessonslearned and areas for improvement. The
of strong learning communities and the use of active learning methods to engage and challenge his students. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Student Opinions on Example Problem “Solution Walkthroughs" for Civil Engineering TopicsAbstractThis paper presents the results of a nationwide survey conducted across several universities,specifically examining student perceptions and opinions regarding an innovative problemsolution presentation style called a “solution walkthrough.” The walkthrough format offersfeatures like a game plan, initially concealed answers and detailed explanations at each step, andinsightful solution summaries. This can be
personalized learningmodel (PLM) for graduate education within the Department of Chemical and Petroleum Engineering. Thismodel aims to transform and modernize graduate STEM education through a personalized, inclusive, andstudent-centered approach, which will, in turn, advance existing knowledge on the relationship betweenpersonalized learning and student outcomes.The principles of personalized learning guide the PLM. It is comprised of five components. The first threecomponents provide an intentional approach to learning: Instructional Goals developed for each studentbased on a learner profile and individual development plans (IDP), a purposeful Task Environment thatbreaks the traditional three-credit coursework into modules and co-curricular
"Desirable Characteristics of DataRepositories for Federally Funded Research" [1], outlining a set of recommended features andqualities that are considered desirable for data repositories handling research data resulting fromfederally funded research. The document establishes a set of standards and guidelines to ensurethat data resulting from federally funded projects is preserved in repositories that effectivelymanage and disseminate it.On August 25, 2022, Dr. Alondra Nelson, then Acting Director of OSTP, issued a Memorandum[2] recommending that all federal agencies formulate new plans or update existing ones,outlining their approach to ensuring public access to peer-reviewed publications and the researchdata associated with federally funded
work with the assignment grading rubric and instructor materials toidentify areas for potential improvement. The instructor, using the materials prepared for the WATTStutor-training, provides feedback on areas of concern. Students then visit the writing center to getindividual peer feedback. Finally, students create a plan that combines the varied feedback sources forrevising their writing. This allows students to engage at multiple stages and take ownership of theirrevision process. This work-in-progress paper discusses an interdisciplinary approach to fostering student engagementin the iterative revision process. We used Kang et al.’s Design-Based Change Model (DBCM) [2] as aframework to envision, plan, implement, and sustain practices in
assessment, LCA), several guestspeakers on the topic of DEI, pedagogical methods (such as socio-technicalapproaches and the use of artifacts as examples), and discussion of meaningfulassessment approaches. The event was held away from the Engineering buildings in avenue with transformable seating and discussion formats tailored for each activity,facilitating full focus and involvement. Particular attention was paid to the daily lunchesas an opportunity to build community and demonstrate sustainability behaviors. Theworkshop culminated with planned course modifications that were to be implementedduring the following Spring and Fall semesters.The participants found the immersive experience powerful and motivating. However, thefour-day time commitment
(STEM) education in order to remain aglobal leader in discovery and innovation. For this reason, the National Science and TechnologyCouncil’s (NSTC) Committee on STEM Education (CoSTEM) released a five-year strategic planin 2018 describing nation-wide goals surrounding STEM education and the strategic pathwaysthrough which these goals could be achieved. It is this strategic plan that recognizes that eventhough increased financial support is helpful, collaboration, purposeful program development,and investment transparency are also key to achieving the goals set forth in the plan. Through ananalysis of the Federal STEM ecosystem, the work reported by interagency working groupswithin CoSTEM, and the Federal STEM Investments Inventory data, which
follow with the students through PFE 3, where theindustry scenario is simulated and implemented. These courses also integrate different methodsto incentivize students to improve professional competencies on their own through the help ofqualification plans and peer feedback. For example, the courses provide opportunities forstudents to engage with local companies, encouraging connections and facilitating visits to theirpremises for face-to-face interaction with employers. Additionally, research lab visits areplanned for students to gain insight into the academic side and provide potential opportunities forthem to participate as undergraduate research students.The Qualification Plan (QP; a key activity and assignment) in PFE courses is integral
elementarygrades, many elementary teachers report a lack of time, teaching self-efficacy, and disciplinaryknowledge for planning and enacting engineering learning experiences in their classrooms [4].To address these challenges, professional development workshops and graduate courses havebeen developed to support elementary teachers’ pedagogical content knowledge and teachingengineering self-efficacy. Indeed, recent studies have shown that these standalone professionaldevelopment experiences can result in significant gains for in-service elementary teachers’teaching self-efficacy and reduce their perceived barriers to teaching engineering in theirclassrooms [5], [6]. However, this raises the question about how elementary preservice teachers(PSTs), those
focus on planning and administration. Itidentifies and lays out common considerations one must make when delivering an MCI course,including maintaining equity across cohorts, contextual differences across cohorts, contentdelivery and student activity planning, communication, IT resources, human resources (teacher’sassistant, TA), and scheduling. Preferred presentation style: Traditional lecture1 IntroductionMulti-campus instruction (MCI), also known as distributed learning or cross-campus instruction,is an instructional format that involves a single, main instructor in a classroom at one location(the “local” cohort) synchronously teaching “local” and “remote” cohorts of students that aresituated at other campuses. Students in the “remote
Engineering Education include team learning, virtual teams, and team decision-making.Mr. Francisco Cima Francisco Cima is a PhD student of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering at Old Dominion University. He obtained his Masters in Business Planning and Regional Development from the Technological Institute of Merida. His areas of interest are innovDanielle Marie Rhemer, Old Dominion University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Reflections of Undergraduate Engineering Students Completing a Cross-Disciplinary Robotics Project with Pre-Service Teachers and Fifth Graders in an Electromechanical Systems CourseAbstract. Engineering is becoming increasingly cross
wanted to ensure that students develop skills in not only project management but alsoworking in teams. The literature shows that Project Management Education needs to include apractical, hands-on project where students can use the theory they are learning to plan, manage,and execute a project with real stakeholders. Van der Horn and Killen found in their research inproject management education that courses in project management require more than justknowing the theory but rather having “lived experiences” and challenges for effective learning[1]. In addition, input from the university’s and department’s advisory boards demand thatstudents have project management skills that they can employ straight out of school.As part of redefining the course
planning committee.Bennington J Willardson, Utah Valley UniversityJanis P Raje, Janis Raje is a free-lance technical writer for higher education programs. She received her B.A. from Brigham Young University and her M.A. from University of Maine in English. She has a particular interest in STEM programs at the baccalaureate and pre- baccalaureate levels. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Enhancing STEM Degree Completion: A Framework for the Work in Progress Civil and Mechanical Engineering (CAM) Scholarship ProjectAbstractThis paper presents the practical framework for implementing the Civil and MechanicalEngineering (CAM) Scholarship project, funded by a recently received grant
components of an S-STEM proposal; 2) recruit diverse S-STEM teams who plan to submit an S-STEM proposal to two offerings/ cohorts of the workshop series; 3) increase participants’ knowledge of and confidence in using institutional student data to inform strategies to recruit and support academically talented, low-income students with unmet financial need; and 4) evaluate the overall project to identify the needs of the participants in using institutional data and to inform improvements in faculty development workshops.For the workshop participants, the outcomes include a) articulating awareness of howinstitutional data can be used to inform their project plans and S-STEM program goals; b)developing a plan for