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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 27

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Susan L. Amato-Henderson, Michigan Technological University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan Technological University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

criterion validity is whether academic motivation predicts GPA (whereacademic motivation FA results are compared to GPA). Content validity is a question of howrepresentative the individual items in an instrument reflect the whole construct of interest. Forexample, an instrument to assess motivation may include items regarding interest, success,and usefulness (i.e., motivation would likely increase if one is interested in, experiencessuccess with, and finds the learning helpful material). Suppose the instrument also containeditems unlikely to be associated with the construct of interest, such as including items inquiringabout socioeconomic status and intelligence on an instrument designed to assess motivation.In that case, we might find that those

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Student Success in ET

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gretchen Dietz, University of North Carolina at Charlotte; Jordan C Bullington-Miller

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Diversity

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

States. In total, we will invite 500 studentsto complete the survey from various colleges and universities. By extending the invitation toparticipate across institutions of varying sizes, we are effectively strengthening the breadth anddepth of our findings.The 28-question survey seeks to understand the decision-making process that led students topursue the engineering technology program of study and their intended plans for the future uponcompletion of the degree. Questions also ask students to consider their degree of preparedness toenter the engineering technology program and their confidence that they will ultimately succeedin completing the degree. Additional questions ask students to reflect on how they handleacademic challenges, and to

Conference Session

Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Eduardo Abril; Miguel Andres Guerra, Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

defining the problem, while employing a systematicapproach with diverse tactics and heuristics to navigate complexities. Constantly monitoring andreflecting on their progress, they prioritize accuracy over speed, valuing the right solution over ahasty one. They excel in jotting down ideas and creating visual aids like charts and figures,ensuring an organized problem-solving journey. Flexibility is another hallmark, allowing them toconsider various perspectives and keep options open for innovative solutions. Their systematic,reflective, and adaptable approach makes them invaluable assets in any problem-solving endeavor[28]. Which means every engineer has or develops that skill. In fact, during their studies it isfundamental for the students

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Charting Inclusivity: Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Technology in Engineering and Computing Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Clay Walker, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

playing field for the production of texts in standard English. The power of GenAIas a writing tool is based on its large training data set; however, that apparent diversity belies theprimacy of language practices from younger, white, more affluent users in the training data(Bender et al. 2022). GenAI programs like ChatGPT utilize machine learning, organizinglanguage into tokens, representing units of meaning, often phrases, each assigned vectors tocharacterize relationships between tokens. Trained on vast text data, initially supervised byhumans, then refined through a reward model, these systems predict the likelihood of tokens in atext stream. Despite their capabilities, they predominantly reflect white mainstream AmericanEnglish, with limited

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 5

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan Ball, University of Waterloo; Rachel Figueiredo, University of Waterloo; Kate Mercer, University of Waterloo

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

growth.The collaborations with the Engineering Wellness Coordinators reflect the value of saying yes tonon-traditional opportunities that arise. Liaison librarian work involves significant sustainedefforts to incrementally build in-roads with academic departments, with varying degrees ofsuccess dependent on the receptiveness and capacity of campus colleagues. When traditionalclassroom settings for Library instruction are not readily available, it can be very rewarding toexplore lateral pathways through alternative networks. It can be difficult to establish and build arelationship with instructors who may be reluctant towards integrating information literacy skillsinto their curriculum. In contrast, the campus colleagues working to support those

Conference Session

Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luciana Lisa Lao, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore; LAY POH TAN

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Diversity

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Materials Division (MATS)

Employers Students 0.0 20.0 40.0 60.0 80.0 100.0 Very well prepared Well prepared Fairly prepared Somewhat prepared Not at all prepared Don't know/unsureFigure 1. Overall sentiment about the preparedness of Materials Engineering graduates in theMaterials Science and Engineering industryThe stakeholders were further asked to reflect on the relevance of key knowledge and skillsobtained from Materials Engineering degree (i) when applying for jobs and (ii) in relation tothe actual duties performed in their roles. a. Relevance of key knowledge and skills obtained

Conference Session

Transformative Learning in STEM: Accessibility, Social Impact, and Inclusivity in Higher Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ingrid Scheel, Oregon State University; Rachael E Cate, Oregon State University; Natasha Mallette, Oregon State University; Ean H Ng, Oregon State University; Stella Collier, Oregon State University; Christina Bianca Southwick, Oregon State University; Carly Hudson

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

also experienced by students in the class. The authors found that a simple,extended pause after asking a question can be a wonderful place to start promoting studentengagement. Usually (eventually) someone spoke up to start a dialogue when the silence wasallowed to linger. Active learning strategies are the next step, shown to increase studentengagement and knowledge retention [28] active or cooperative learning strategies consist ofpauses and time for students to reflect on and further absorb course content. These methods arevaried by discipline and take many forms, but the result is a delineation from traditional lectures[29] to combat fatigue experienced by both students and educators [19].Building positive student-centered learning

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Student Division Technical Session 6: Belonging

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Brigid McCormack, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Jessica E S Swenson, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Diversity

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Student Division (STDT)

student groups receiving funding from the student activitiesbudget that they must take attendance at all events. This attendance is taken through a phone appclub leaders have to scan or check in attendees to events. The authors accessed this data from theuniversity repository for team meetings for the academic years of 2021-2022, 2022-2023, and thefall of 2023 in which the observations of the team took place.ResultsThe authors decided to break the results into three subcategories of belonging, identity andinteractions which impact the participation of women and minority students within theengineering design and build team. The subcategories reflect three key areas which wereobserved over the study during in person observation and review of field

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Transformative Learning in STEM: Accessibility, Social Impact, and Inclusivity in Higher Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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D. C. Beardmore, University of Colorado Boulder; Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

conducted theinterviews. The first author’s experience created a bias that undoubtedly informed their responseto the participants and motivated the probing questions they offered. The first author engaged inself reflection in the attempt to recognize their assumptions between interviews. They are stillworking to identify their implicit biases. The first author provides an in-depth consideration oftheir current and historical understanding of their positionality on their websitedcbeardmore.com.The second author (she/her/hers) has experienced dis/ability through close family members’challenges with depression, cancer, anxiety, ADHD, and hearing loss. She has also workedclosely with students facing an array of dis/abling conditions and non-normative

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Engineering Management Division (EMD) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chun Kit Chui, University of Hong Kong; Norman C. Tien, University of Hong Kong

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Diversity

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Engineering Management Division (EMD)

havegraduated and pursued distinct paths. Student A is now pursuing a Ph.D. in robotics, and StudentB is now the CEO of a tech startup in AI. The interviews aimed to explore the lasting impact ofthe Inno Wing on their development. When reflecting on the impact of the center during theirstudies, both students emphasized its role as a unique infrastructure supporting students'innovations and prototyping. Student A articulated, “It supports students' engineeringexplorations and crazy ideas. We put our theoretical innovations of robotic fish design intoimplementations here…,”.Regarding the perceived value of the Inno Wing, both students referred to it as a hub whereengineering enthusiasts, great ideas, and achievements converge, creating a stimulating

Conference Session

Women in Engineering Division (WIED) Technical Session 7 - Multi-URM Perspectives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Janne Mishanne Hall, Morgan State University; Temberlenn Donald Ashton Hall, Northwestern Oklahoma State University

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

bondswith the community at an early age.Role models and their representationsThe feeling of isolation, balancing an engineering career with family life, academicdissatisfaction, and lack of minority role models on campuses can reduce representation. Thereis a need for equitable access of students to role models of similar gender and race. Most femalesindicated that encouragement and validation from someone like them can help build theirengineering confidence and level of self-efficacy. College administrators should seek diversefaculty to reflect the student body and to encourage/motivate an increase in femalerepresentation.Quality Teachers with engineering knowledgeThe participating students emphasized the need for early exposure to engineering via

Conference Session

Mathematics Division (MATH) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zenaida Aguirre Munoz Ph.D., University of California, Merced; Melissa Almeida, University of California, Merced; Comlan de Souza, California State University, Fresno; Keith Collins Thompson, University of California Merced; Khang Tran, California State University, Fresno; Yue Lei, University of California, Merced; Erica M Rutter, University of California, Merced; Lalita G Oka, California State University, Fresno; Maribel Viveros, University of California Merced; Bianca Estella Salazar, University of California, Merced; Changho Kim, University of California, Merced

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Diversity

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Mathematics Division (MATH)

, synthesis, reflection, and evaluation of thematerial being taught [38]. This approach includes a range of teaching methods such as briefreflective writing assignments, think-pair-share activities, flipped classroom models, inquiry-based learning, and cooperative learning strategies. These methods not only enhance students'engagement and personal commitment to their studies but also improve motivation, enjoyment,depth of learning, critical thinking abilities, as well as retention rates and academic performancein classroom settings. Classrooms that offer students the chance to engage in mathematicalInterest & Engagement Tactics for Success 5exploration, communication, and collaborative

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DSA Technical Session 6

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristina A Manasil, The University of Arizona; Gregory L. Heileman, The University of Arizona; Bhavya Sharma, The University of Arizona; Ahmad Slim, The University of Arizona; Aryan Ajay Pathare, The University of Arizona; Husain Al Yusuf, The University of Arizona; Roxana Sharifi, The University of Arizona; Rohit Hemaraja, The University of Arizona; Melika Akbarsharifi, The University of Arizona

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Data Science & Analytics Constituent Committee (DSA)

Engineering from the University of Science and Culture in Tehran, Iran. Her research interests include software engineering, cloud computing, data visualization, and Machine learning.Mr. Rohit Hemaraja, The University of Arizona Rohit Hemaraja is a Master’s student in Data Science at the School of Information at the University of Arizona. He is a Graduate Research Assistant with the Analysis of Higher Education Research Group. He earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree in Computer Science. His research focuses on machine learning, large language models and data management. His academic and professional interests lie at the intersection of these disciplines, reflecting his commitment to advancing the capabilities and

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Faculty Development Division (FDD) Technical Session 8

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Natalia Villanueva Rosales, The University of Texas at El Paso; Ann C. Gates, The University of Texas at El Paso; Lani Nicole Godenzi, The University of Texas at El Paso; Francisco Osuna, The University of Texas at El Paso; Angel U. Ortega, The University of Texas at El Paso; Veronica A. Carrillo, The University of Texas at El Paso

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

Keating, Jessica Rivera, Louie Rodriguez, Deana Pennington, Elsa Villa,John Wiebe, Lucina Zarate. The authors would also like to thank the reviewers who contributedto improving the paper's quality.This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No.2122607 Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this materialare those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National ScienceFoundation.References[1] A. S. Bryk, “2014 AERA Distinguished Lecture: Accelerating How We Learn to Improve,” Educational Researcher, vol. 44, no. 9, pp. 467–477, 2015, doi: 10.3102/0013189X15621543.[2] A. Kezar, “Higher Education Change and Social Networks: A Review of

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rodrigo Cutri, Maua Institute of Techonology; Nair Stem prof., Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia; Octavio Mattasoglio Neto, Instituto Mauá de Tecnologia

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D)

analysis of the and reflectively expected results with the theoretical model and the experimental results obtained.In the laboratory classes, the students were divided into teams of three or four members.Each team was provided with a spring and one type of an elastic bands (each one can beassociated with a specific color): a) The minimum resistance – yellow one; b) Low-intermediate resistance - blue one; c) Upper-intermediate resistance - red one; and d) Themaximum resistance – black one. Both materials were characterized for an interval rangingfrom 0 to 40 cm with a 2.0 cm step. Then the characteristic curves (force as function ofelongation) were obtained and the data was analyzed using

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashley Habig, Purdue University ; Caroline K. Marete, Purdue University ; Debra Henneberry, Purdue University ; Cheng Wang, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Diversity

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

, also influential in this process is the presence of a mentor or rolemodel. Previous studies of undergraduate females suggest the greatest need for role models is forthose students pursuing a nontraditional career [16]. This outlook is reflected in several aviationstudies that address both recruitment and retention of female pilots. A lack of a visible femalerole model was cited as one of the top barriers to outreach [17] [18]. Females in aviation maintenance also experience this challenge. One study found that thetop three barriers preventing women from pursuing a career in aviation maintenance are theabsence of role models, mentors, and personal contacts [20]. Further, a study that investigated, inpart, the appropriateness of aviation

Conference Session

Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Technical Session - Professional Practice 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sydney Donohue Jobe, University of New Mexico; Madalyn Wilson-Fetrow, University of New Mexico; Ruben D. Lopez-Parra, Purdue University; Paris Eisenman, University of New Mexico; Ethan Kapp, University of New Mexico; Carl Lyle Abadam, University of New Mexico; Vanessa Svihla, University of Texas at Austin; Anjali Mulchandani, University of New Mexico

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Diversity

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

guest speakers from academia andindustry, individual homework assignments where students reflected on what they learned fromthe speakers, and a group project to design a sustainable human habitat on the planet Mars. InFall 2023, a new instructional team (1 lead professor, 2 undergraduate and 1 graduate courseassistants, and 1 education specialist) was mentored by an instructional team in the Chemical andBiological Engineering Department to redesign the course. The course redesign features twogroup socio-technical design challenges and weekly individual homework for students toresearch disciplinary sub-specialties and career opportunities. During the first month ofinstruction, students are oriented to campus, the major, resources within the

Conference Session

Transfer issues between 2-year colleges and 4-year Engineering and Engineering Technology programs 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Ifeoluwa Adeniranye, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Florida International University; Jingjing Liu, Florida International University

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Diversity

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

much-needed environments to foster success.AcknowledgmentsThis material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under AwardNumber #REDACTED. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions, or recommendations expressedin this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NationalScience Foundation.References[1] X. Wang, “Upward Transfer in STEM Fields of Study: A New Conceptual Framework and Survey Instrument for Institutional Research,” New Dir. Institutional Res., vol. 2016, no. 170, pp. 49–60, Dec. 2016, doi: 10.1002/ir.20184.[2] Sansing-Helton, Coover, and Benton Jr, “Increasing STEM Transfer Readiness Among Underrepresented Minoritized Two-Year College Students

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 11

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Paul Fernandez, Utah Valley University; Walker Eads, Utah Valley University; Israd Hakim Jaafar, Utah Valley University; Abolfazl Amin, Utah Valley University; Abdennour C. Seibi, Utah Valley University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

we learned about in theundergraduate mechanical engineering curriculum such as Materials Science and Engineering.An example is provided where we have attempted to reflect on the experimental data that iscollected based on fundamentals of mechanical property behavior that we learned about in thatcourse. This research work presents unique challenges we have faced in getting involved andperforming the assigned work. This paper can be used as a platform for other institutions withsimilar populations on practices and instruction that can get non-traditional students involved inimpactful research and in the process gain invaluable knowledge and a meaningfulundergraduate experience.IntroductionUVU is an open-admissions public teaching institution

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Best in DEED

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristin A. Bartlett, University of Kentucky; William Davis Ferriell, University of Kentucky; Jonathan Mills, University of Kentucky

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

work that they could include in their design portfolio, whichwas not a concern voiced during iteration 2. Of course, many of these differences in attitudescould be due to reasons unrelated to the course structure and delivery, such as the personalities ofthe students.The biomedical engineering students’ attitudes, captured only from iteration 2, were generallyvery positive, with most of the negative opinions isolated to the two groups who were pairedwith the weakest performers from the product design class. The results overall suggested that thecollaboration was a more positive experience for the biomedical engineering students than theproduct design students. This is reflected in the responses to the final question about whetherthey would

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NEE Technical Session 4 - Assessments: Grading and deadlines

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bridget M. Smyser, Northeastern University

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Diversity

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New Engineering Educators Division (NEE)

?”. European Journal of Special Needs Education. Vol.32, No. 1, pp. 71-88. 2017.[12] Brownson C, Drum DJ, Swanbrow Becker MA, Saathoff A, Hentschel E. “Distress andsuicidality in higher education: Implications for population-oriented prevention paradigms.”Journal of College Student Psychotherapy. Vol. 30, No. 2, pp. 98-113. 2016.[13] Condra M, Dineen M, Gills H, Jack-Davies A, Condra E. “Academic accommodations forpostsecondary students with mental health disabilities in Ontario, Canada: A review of theliterature and reflections on emerging issues”. Journal of Postsecondary Education andDisability. Vol. 28, No. 3, pp. 277-91. 2015[14] Peterson J, Digman MF. “A Comparison of Learning Outcomes and Learner Satisfaction ina CADD Course with Flexible and

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD) Technical Session 5: Skill Development in Graduate Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abdulrahman Alsharif, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maya Denton, University of Oklahoma; David B. Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Maura Borrego, University of Texas at Austin; Andrew Katz, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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Diversity

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Technical Session - Instructional Technology 1

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Kay Camarillo P.E., University of the Pacific; Luke S. Lee P.E., University of the Pacific; Ciara Swan MFA-W, University of the Pacific

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

among educators. Some faculty have completely banned AI use in theircourses, while others embrace AI as a new learning tool [6].The emergence of AI is prompting civil engineering faculty to reflect on whether we shouldadjust our educational approaches. For civil engineering faculty at accredited institutions, wemust look to ABET for guidance [9]. While the current guidelines do not address specific toolsand methodologies, it seems reasonable to expect that AI may become part of standard practiceused to solve engineering problems (addressing ABET Student Outcome 1). The application ofAI may also be useful in developing engineering designs that are holistic and meet a variety ofpublic needs (addressing ABET Student Outcome 2). Communication

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MECH - Technical Session 4: Innovation in Engineering Education Methods

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Diane L Peters P.E., Kettering University

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

own equation sheets inthe work cited in [30] and [31]. Advantages and disadvantages of student-produced versusinstructor-provided equation sheets are not well studied, although in [32] a student specificallymentioned that preparation of the sheet assisted in studying. However, in [33], the possibility of astudent forgetting to write down an equation needed on their equation sheet and thus not having iton the test was raised.Some research has addressed deeper questions of equation sheets, their advantages, and theirpossible down side, with [34] indicated that students trying to transfer knowledge from calculusto physics and later to engineering relying heavily, perhaps too heavily, on equation sheets. In[35], a student reflection mentioned

Conference Session

Empowering Diversity in Engineering Education: Strategies and Impacts

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie M. Smith, CSEdResearch.org

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

who are studying engineeringis needed. Future work might include comparative assessments of the perceptions, experiences,and outcomes of CSt who are studying engineering with those in other areas of study, whichwould lay a foundation for developing interventions needed to support CSt in engineering.AcknowledgementsThis work is supported by the National Science Foundation under award #2119930. Anyopinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those ofthe author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.References [1] Khan, K. S.; Kunz, R.; Kleijnen, J.; Antes, G. Five steps to conducting a systematic review. Journal of the Royal Society of Medicine 2003, 96, 118–121

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Diverse Pathways in Engineering Education: Exploring Experiences and Opportunities

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie M. Smith, CSEdResearch.org; Jordan Williamson

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

general, a broader research base on SBPs is likely to be useful inmeeting program goals.AcknowledgementsThis work is supported by the National Science Foundation under award #2119930. Anyopinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those ofthe author and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.References [1] What Works Clearinghouse Summer Bridge Programs. 2016; https://nces.ed.gov/pubsearch/pubsinfo.asp?pubid=WWCIRPS661, Publisher: National Center for Education Statistics. [2] Yoder, B. L. Going the distance: Best practices and strategies for retaining engineering, engineering technology and computing students. American Society for Engineering Education. 2012

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Reimagining Pathways: Nurturing Diversity and Identity in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yume Menghe Xu, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

problems to solve, defining the problem space, making design decisions toprioritize certain technical features over others, etc. - are always shaped by cultural norms. Theengineers' social and political beliefs are always reflected in their practices and their work [16],[17]. Engineering as a heterogeneous practice should be aware of its entangled social justiceissues and work with the communities when creating designs [11], [18], [19].Engineering education is moving towards perceiving engineering as a sociotechnical field notonly because of the shifting ideology described above but also because the movement can betterengage students’ identities, hence broadening participation in engineering [8], [20]. Becauseengineering has been heavily

Conference Session

Unique Pedagogies for Mechanics Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua Gargac, Ohio Northern University

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

dropin post-course evaluation scores (Tab. 1; ‘21). Post-course evaluations revealed significant issues withthe design of the new MBL approach. Reflecting on the student feedback led to the establishment of aset of best practices that could improve the development and delivery of future MBL assessments.Redesigning the MBL assessment following these principles resulted improved post-course evaluationsduring the 2022 and 2023 offerings of MD1 (Tab. 1; ’22-‘23).The best practices used to improve the MBL approach for MD1 are briefly summarized below:Best Practice 1: Each mastery skill should only evaluate one well-defined skillIt is recommended that skills requiring complex multistep solutions are broken into separate skills. Forexample, a vaguely

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Advancing Online and Hybrid Learning in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Yvonne Lanzerotti, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Scott Dunning, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; R. Michael Buehrer, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ahmad Safaai-Jazi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Nektaria Tryfona, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jianqiang Zhang; Luke Lester, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kenneth Reid, University of Indianapolis; Muhammad Dawood, New Mexico State University

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

large mid-Atlantic institution. As described at 2023 ASEE Annual Meeting, we spentthe past few years increasing the response rate to the end-of-course survey and aim in the longerterm to increase the proportion of students who self-report their attainment of the course learningobjectives as either “Good” or “Excellent.” After reflecting upon these results and learning lessonsfrom previous course offerings, we are now introducing strategies to increase student engagementfurther and attain department metrics for the course. Starting in Fall 2023, 13 activities wereintroduced to improve the course. The activities can be grouped into three categories: (A)Demonstrating the worth of the course to the students; (B) Making class fun; and (C

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD) Technical Session 1: Onboarding and Community Building in Graduate Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah A. Goodman, Stevens Institute of Technology ; Emily L. Atieh, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Graduate Studies Division (GSD)

paper is meant to provide adetailed account of the perceptions of five students in one course.Another limitation of this work is that terms such as “sense of community” and “trust” were notdefined for students, so their responses to the focus group questions reflect their ownunderstanding of what these terms mean. In future iterations of this work, we could ask studentsquestions such as: In your view, what does it look like to have a classroom community? Is havinga sense of community important to you in your graduate courses? Why or why not?It could also be helpful to explain to the students the purpose of the focus group beforehand.Students seemed to be expecting to give feedback in a manner similar to a course evaluation andanswer questions