podcast project was able to address thesechallenges. The preliminary results in this study indicate that the podcast project was able toaddress these challenges.5.2 Analytics A benefit of most podcast hosting platforms is the collection of detailed analytics on thepodcast’s performance and listenership. It is standard practice for podcast services to providecontent creators with detailed summaries of their listeners’ geographic location, platform,gender, and age. Also, episode-specific data such as date and total count of plays is available.These items are beneficial to educators and students as a means of quantifying impact andinvestigating the reach of these projects.5.3 Limitations and Future Research This exploratory study must
additional facultymentors by adding more compensated personnel roles.4. Outcomes and ConclusionThis collaborative program involves three large universities; each institution benefits from theother regarding best practices, feedback, and program improvement needs. In its third year, thisfive-year grant program is still in progress. However, it has significantly impacted studentgraduation and the number of students pursuing graduate studies, which is considered a successat the University level and according to the State University System (SUS) Strategic Plan [3].Since it started in Fall 2021, the program has provided funds and support to 63 students. Thescholarship average is $4000, ranging from $1000 to $ 5000 per semester without exceeding$10000 per
Paper ID #42739Work-In-Progress (WIP): Exploring STEM Undergraduate Research SkillsDevelopment in Interdisciplinary ProjectsAbdulrahman Alsharif, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Abdulrahman Alsharif is a research assistant for the Engineering Education Department and a PhD candidate at Virginia Tech.Dr. David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Gray receieved his B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2000. He then earned a M.S. and a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Virginia Tech in 2002 and 2010, respectively. Much of his graduate
State University - Abington Campus, and will be graduating with Bachelor of Computer Science in Fall of 2024. He has been active as a member of the AR Warehouse project under Dr. Sabahattin Gokhan Ozden since Summer of 2022. In this role, he has served as the application’s graphic designer and has been a major contributor for the project’s research.Dr. Ashkan Negahban, Pennsylvania State University Dr. Ashkan Negahban is an Associate Professor of Engineering Management at The Pennsylvania State University, School of Graduate Professional Studies. He received his Ph.D. and master’s degrees from Auburn University (USA) and his BS from University of Tehran (all in Industrial and Systems Engineering). His research
Paper ID #43173Comparing the Impact of Individual v. Cooperative Bloom’s Taxonomy-basedIn-class Assignments on Student Learning and Metacognition in an UndergraduateFluid Mechanics CourseDr. Phapanin Charoenphol, Texas A&M University Phapanin Charoenphol is an Assistant Professor of Instruction in the J. Mike Walker ’66 Department of Mechanical Engineering at Texas A&M University. She earned her M.S., and Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. She teaches thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, engineering laboratory, and senior design studio courses. Her research interests include engineering education and targeted
opportunities forfaculty members in other best practices, such as universal design for learning (UDL) and project-based learning [16]. PLTL leaders interact with diverse students and adapt different approachesto learning [17], relearning the subject matter more deeply. Teaching is a leadership skill of anyprofessional and requires training to ensure effectiveness [18]. The OL courses were redesignedto provide NEIL scholars extended leadership training as they worked in PLTL or other peermentoring roles, as well as taking leadership roles in research projects.PLTL and Peer MentoringPLTL is an instructional approach that provides an environment for students to work in teams toengage in problem-solving under the guidance of a 'peer leader'. A 'peer leader
% Graduate Studies 58.2% Scholar Satisfaction* Research Experience 100% Faculty Mentor Guidance and Direction 100% *Limited participation in the survey may have impacted these data.Implementation Characteristics at UTEP RecruitmentProgram staff acquired the funds and began the process of recruiting scholars. However, therecruitment fell short of initial expectations. Due to the constraints of a tight timeline, theprogram staff faced challenges in adhering to all selection criteria. For example, though thetarget population was former students who had not participated in undergraduate research, asignificant percentage (35%) of
one standard error increase for thegroup after the Fellowship ended. These results suggest that multidisciplinary undergraduatescience communication fellowships with a cohort model may increase students’ confidence andself-efficacy in research. Other qualitative successes included students continuing theirextracurricular involvement in career-focused work after the program ended. The next step forthis research study is to conduct interviews with the students from prior cohorts to gainadditional insight into the potential broader impact of the program on student’s confidencewithin academia and in preparation for their future profession. We will continue to collect surveydata on future cohorts to grow our data set and get a more comprehensive
enriching, fostering pridein learning diverse cultures and languages. The experience boosted their confidence in applyingand succeeding in STEM graduate programs, with some students reporting intentions of applyingto STEM graduate programs abroad. This program prepares underrepresented minority studentsfor the growing globalization in the STEM workforce. It builds confidence in research skills andnurtures culturally sensitive individuals capable of collaborating effectively with diverse teams.This program exemplifies a transformative approach to student engagement, offering valuableinsights for those seeking to replicate its success. Through this paper, we aim to shareperspectives on best practices, providing a roadmap for others interested in
students to learn, from reading and listening to creating their ownstudy tools and applying their knowledge to other methods merging these and/or including otherways to learn, and for a given student to learn best depends partially on how compatible thestudent’s preferred study methods interact with the instructor’s teaching methods [6-7].Also, how a course is designed and delivered may impact how a student can learn. A flipped classis a type of blended online-offline course which involves teaching students through requiringstudents to view some type of material, such as a video or an excerpt from a book, before a lectureto encourage active participation for the students in lectures [8]. Designing a flipped class requiresconsiderations which may
family member at both sessions, andsecond session hosted around 40 people, illustrating the size of the community created by theprograms. An important outcome of the post-program mentoring sessions was for the students topresent their research at a regional or national conference. Students worked with their mentorsshortly after the summer program ended to determine the best fitting conference for their workamong the potential opportunities. These opportunities included the ERN conference, ArkansasIDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (Arkansas INBRE), the 2023 Membranes forViral Purification (MVP) Center annual meeting, and the 2023 MAST center annual meeting.Poster development and presentation practice sessions were held leading
Paper ID #43851Planning a Trucking Research Consortium using Industry Customer Discoveryand Innovation Ecosystem MappingProf. Mohamed Razi Nalim, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis Dr. Razi Nalim is Chancellor’s Professor of Mechanical Engineering at IUPUI, where he directs the Combustion and Propulsion Research Laboratory and helps lead the Transportation and Autonomous Systems Institute. He has extensive experience in higher education and professional practice – in industry, academia, and government. He has administered research, sponsored work, graduate programs, international initiatives, accreditation
Research Professor and the Director of Assessment and Instructional Support in the Leonhard Center at Penn State. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Lessons Learned: Mental Health Initiatives for Engineering Faculty This “Lessons Learned” paper seeks to share insights gained over the last year at anengineering-focused faculty development teaching and learning center (TLC) for the Collegeof Engineering (COE) at a large, historically White, R-1 institution located in the EasternUnited States. Specifically, the TLC sought to go beyond the traditional role of a TLC ofincreasing skills related to teaching practices of faculty, and intentionally focused on alsoincreasing skills and resources
Paper ID #43899Stories of Appalachian Engineers: A Phenomenographical Study of AppalachianStudents’ Quest for Success in Undergraduate Engineering ProgramsMr. Matthew Sheppard, Clemson University I earned my B.S. in Industrial Engineering and my M.S. in Mechanical Engineering; both at Clemson University. I have several years’ experience as a Manufacturing Engineer supporting process improvements, machine design, and capital project management. Now, I have entered into the Engineering and Science Education PhD program at Clemson University in tandem with teaching hands-on engineering principles in an undergraduate
Paper ID #42007Validity Evidence for the Sophomore Engineering Experiences SurveyMiss Fanyi Zhang, Purdue University Fanyi is a third-year Ph.D. student at Purdue University. She majors in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and works as a Graduate Research Assistant for the Women in Engineering program. Her area of interest focuses on conceptualizing and promoting flourishing and understanding the dynamics of positive relationships. Her current research agenda includes developing a mentor support framework and promoting the effective design of mentor training.Dr. Beth M. Holloway, Purdue University Beth Holloway is
graduate in less time than non-research active students.” Graduating in less time equates to a lower cost of obtaining a degree,and when combined with added benefit of higher retention rates, undergraduate researchprograms offer research universities the double impact of helping recruit and retain students.Of the almost 4,000 degree granting institutions, only 146 are classified as R1 universities [13]according to the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education [14], and only 131are designated as R2 universities [15]. For research universities, leveraging the researchknowledge, practices, and culture already prominent on their campus will help them retainstudents, reduce the amount of time it takes students to graduate, and also
-doctoral researcher, and (6) an African Americanpost-baccalaureate psychology student. MethodsResearch DesignThis research was drawn from a larger multiple embedded case study that sought to understandthe nature and quality of STEM doctoral mentorships. However, this work focuses on anextracted case: women STEM doctoral students. Data was drawn from a National ScienceFoundation Alliances for Graduate Education and the Professoriate (NSF AGEP) grant-fundedresearch study, which included three institutional types: (a) Historically White Insitution (HWI)-Flagship/R1, (b) Historically Black College and University (HBCU)/R2, and (c) HWI-Regional/R2. These institutions were located in the Southeastern part of
Topology Optimized Design of Heat Exchanger Fins for Additive Manufacturing Effects of Metal Additive Manufacturing Print Directions on Component’s Thermal Conductivity Sensing and Instrumentation Impact of 5-Hole-Probe Head Design on Flow Measurement QualityEducational Research:While most engineering education research seeks to understand undergraduate preparation for industrycareers, few engineering education researchers (notable exceptions being the work of Crede and Borrego[6-8] and Berdanier [9]) rigorously seek to understand the pathways by which undergraduate studentschoose to pursue a graduate degree. To date, none have
New South Wales (UNSW), Sydney. Her teaching and research interests include power system modelling, analysis and control, renewable energy integration, smart grids and micro grids. Jayashri has a deep interest in learning and teaching, and consistently implements strategies using technology innovations and industry partnerships to improve students’ active learning. She is institutionally and internationally recognized for the impact of her innovative, research-led and highly effective teaching and leadership. She leads best practice advanced teaching in electrical engineering through imaginative initiatives, including blended industry lectures, teamwork and flipped mode strategies. Esteem indicators include Senior
a hurdle for many test takers. Since the tests are administered in English, studentsfrom other linguistic backgrounds may not perform up to their ability, particularly on the verbalportion [13]. One recent study [14], though, challenges this assumption. Moreover, the tests arenot designed to measure soft skills and leadership, which are important factors affecting successin graduate school [15]. It should be noted that the Educational Testing Service, whichadministers the GRE, is aware of this limitation and is working on another test to assess theseattributes [16]. But it is not part of the current GRE.Test anxiety [17] is another reason why standardized tests might not provide an objectivecomparison of candidates. Many students experience
Paper ID #41094Understanding Students in Times of Transition: The Impact of the COVID-19Pandemic on Engineering Students’ Math Readiness and Transition into EngineeringOlivia Ryan, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Olivia Ryan is a Ph.D. student in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. She holds a B.S. in engineering with a specialization in electrical engineering from Roger Williams University. Her research interests include developing professional skills for engineering students and understanding mathematics barriers that exist within engineering.Susan Sajadi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State
educating and developing engineers, teachers (future faculty), and the community at all levels (k12, undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate and internationally). A few of these key areas include engineering identity and mindsets, global competencies, failure culture, first year experiences in engineering, capstone design thinking, integrating service and authentic learning into the engineering classroom, implementing new instructional methodologies, and design optimization using traditional and non-traditional manufacturing. She seeks to identify best practices and develop assessments methods that assist in optimizing computing and engineering learning. Dr. Gurganus was one the inaugural award winners of the Diane M. Lee
engineers face when trying to earn their professional engineering license. Her MASc research focuses on understanding how Canadian engineers reflect on the impact that their social location has had on their career.Sasha-Ann Eleanor Nixon, University of Toronto ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Are Hardhats Required for Engineering Identity Construction? Gendered and Racialized Patterns in Canadian Engineering Graduates’ Professional IdentitiesAbstractDespite ongoing efforts to increase diversity in engineering, women continue to beunderrepresented in the field, making up only 15% of licensed professional engineers in Canada[1]. This persistent
Institute and State University Dr. Ben Chambers is an Assistant Collegiate Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, and Director of the Frith First Year Makers program. His research focuses include the interactions of non-humans with the built environment, the built environment as a tool for teaching at the nexus of biology and engineering, and creativity-based pedagogy. He earned his graduate degrees from Virginia Tech, including an M.S. Civil Infrastructure Engineering, M.S. LFS Entomology, and a Ph.D. in Environmental Design and Planning.Matthew James P.E., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Matthew James is an Associate Professor of Practice in Engineering Education at
interface design, many of which are visual concepts. In order to adapt the curriculum, weused a high-resolution tactile display capable of mirroring imagery from a video display into adepth map that could be felt. This enabled the dual presentation of visual content as tactilesurface maps. Through this process, we learned several best practices in terms of how to createcontent that transfers well from one modality to another, and we also developed a number ofguidelines for creation of teaching materials like notes and assignments in a way that is morescreen-reader friendly.This paper shares key takeaways while also communicating student and teacher perspectives ondeveloping, teaching, and using more accessible materials. Our goal is to encourage
, andproject development of the participants. This paper will also focus on the continued use of remote internshipsand experiential opportunities as a High Impact Practice to engage students at an urban commuter universityacross all majors.BackgroundHigh Impact Practices (HIPs) have been shown to be effective in retention, persistence, and overall studentsuccess [1-5]. These practices include activities such as undergraduate research, service learning, experientiallearning opportunities, internships, study abroad, collaborative projects and writing intensive courses. Theseactivities have been found to be very beneficial for underrepresented students. Institutional resources,curriculums and student body demographics limit the effectiveness of the
, Engineering, and Medicine urged agreater focus on experimental learning to bridge core course silos. ABET also requires studentsto design and conduct experiments, analyze data, and draw conclusions by graduation. However,the packed engineering curriculum challenges additional hands-on lab courses. To address this,we explored an idea to extend learning beyond traditional settings. Inspired by the AmericanChemical Society's guidelines, we aimed to study at-home experiments for connectingexperiments to theories and investigated if students could independently design experiments athome, aligning with the senior chemical engineering laboratory course's objectives. Studentsspent four weeks conducting at-home experiments and self-evaluated their learning
advanced degrees in science andengineering from prestigious American universities, and they trained me for academic successfrom a young age. I went to regular school during the day, but nights and weekends were dedi-cated to family school, a school in which my parents pushed me beyond any public curriculum.They tutored me personally, never outsourcing my education to teachers or private tutors, and Ireaped the fruit of their labor. I graduated from one of the best public high schools in the countryat the time and from the best engineering undergraduate program in the world. I also completedmultiple research projects during my undergraduate program, and I had stellar letters of recom-mendation from both course instructors and research advisors. I
University, IN, USA. She also holds an M.S. in Astronomy and Astrophysics and a B.S. in Astronomy and Meteorology from Kyungpook National University, South Korea. Her work centers on elementary, secondary, and postsecondary engineering education research as a psychometrician, data analyst, and program evaluator with research interests in spatial ability, STEAM education, workplace climate, and research synthesis with a particular focus on meta-analysis. She has developed, validated, revised, and copyrighted several instruments beneficial for STEM education research and practice. Dr. Yoon has authored more than 80 peer-reviewed journal articles and conference proceedings and served as a journal reviewer in engineering
University of Oklahoma. He is a graduate of Chemical Engineering from the University of Lagos. He was awarded the 2022/2023 Bilsland Dissertation Fellowship by Purdue’s School of Engineering Education and he has a Ph.D. in Engineering Education from the same university. For his dissertation, he employed an embedded sequential explanatory mixed methods design to understand culturally relevant engineering education in multiple settings, focusing on the Federal Republic of Nigeria as the Case Study. For his work, his paper, ”Telling half a story: A mixed methods approach to understanding culturally relevant engineering education in Nigeria” was awarded the best DEI paper in the International Division of ASEE at the 2023