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FPD 10: Teamwork

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura K Alford, University of Michigan; Robin Fowler, University of Michigan; Stephanie Sheffield, University of Michigan

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First-Year Programs

ofteaming skills.We utilize design-build-test (DBT) projects to provide a framework for instruction on effectiveteaming skills. DBT projects mimic real-world team projects;12 they require student teams todesign a product, build it, test the product, and report on the results.13 A DBT project is intense,requiring much effort, communication, and time management. There is a significant learningcurve to this type of project; therefore, we have our students do two cycles of DBT projects asillustrated in Figure 1 on the next page. The first project is a blitz-type, two-week project aimedat familiarizing the students with the DBT method and our expectations for them regardingprofessional conduct, presentations, and reports. The second project is a five

Conference Session

K-12 Engineering Resources: Best Practices in Curriculum Design, Part 2 of 2

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aran W Glancy, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities; Tamara J Moore, Purdue University; Siddika Selcen Guzey, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities; Corey A Mathis, Purdue University; Kristina Maruyama Tank, Iowa State University; Emilie A. Siverling, Purdue University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

. These curricula focus onengineering while using the other disciplines as context, which may explain why they were notnecessarily successful in increasing mathematics and science learning. Content integration, onthe other hand, is when the curricular units explicitly contain learning objectives from multipleSTEM disciplines. To achieve true content integration, Moore et al.14 argue that curricula mustcontain five essential elements. According to this framework, curricula must (1) be based on amotivating and engaging context, (2) contain meaningful and important mathematics and sciencecontent, (3) employ student-centered pedagogies, (4) engage students in an engineering designtask, and (5) emphasize teamwork and communication. Curricula that

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Curriculum Development and Assessment in Chemical Engineering

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Debra M. Gilbuena, Oregon State University; Christina Smith, Oregon State University; Bill Jay Brooks, Oregon State University; Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University

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Chemical Engineering

, different students and a different culture.E.M. Rogers put forth a theory, Diffusion of Innovations, that offers one framework with whichto examine this process. In this context, Rogers describes diffusion as “the process in which aninnovation is communicated through certain channels over time among the members of a socialsystem.”1 Page 24.556.2Conceptual learning is critical to developing problem solving skills in chemical engineering.Many engineering educators and industry partners emphasize the need for students to apply theirknowledge to new and challenging problems.2 In order to do so, students must learn withunderstanding.3 A lack of

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Engineering Physics & Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Xaver Neumeyer, Western Michigan University; Kathleen Teressa Foote, North Carolina State University; Robert J. Beichner, North Carolina State University; Melissa H. Dancy, University of Colorado, Boulder; Charles Henderson, Western Michigan University

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Engineering Physics & Physics

attributes such as gender, teaching experience, SCALE-UP userstatus and disciplinary affiliation showed no effect on instructors‟ role or status in the network.Introduction and Literature review There has been significant criticism of college-level teaching, particularly in the science,technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines (REFS). Much time, money andeffort has been put into documenting the effectiveness of innovative teaching methods andcurriculum and in disseminating these results. Available evidence indicates that while theseefforts have had some influence on mainstream teaching, the majority of teaching is stillinconsistent with what research has shown to be best practices 1–4. Without a betterunderstanding of how

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FPD 8: Teaching Design in the First Year

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica E.S. Swenson, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Merredith D. Portsmore, Tufts University; Ethan E. Danahy, Tufts University

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First-Year Programs

artifact is being produced.Class Context“Simple Robotics” is one of eight introductory engineering courses offered at Tufts University.While still delivering traditional technical content, these courses differ from other engineering"overview" or "introduction" courses due to the simultaneous inclusion of several additional keyaspects: (1) emphasis on topical ideas, illustrating the creativity and excitement of engineering, Page 24.558.4incorporating cross disciplinary work; (2) opportunities for project-based, problem solving tasks,with students working in teams and ideas of leadership and collaboration explored; (3) inclusionof at least one

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Design, Creativity and Critical Thinking in the Chemical Engineering Curriculum

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kerry Michael Rogy; Cheryl A. Bodnar, University of Pittsburgh; Renee M. Clark, University of Pittsburgh

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Chemical Engineering

of Senior Chemical Engineering Students as a Result of Exposure to the Epistemic Game “Nephrotex”AbstractInnovation and entrepreneurship are critical to the development and growth of society.Entrepreneurs use innovation to develop novel technologies, while innovation is often supportedby the capital raised by entrepreneurs.1 Companies today are acutely aware of the benefitsafforded by employees with entrepreneurial mindsets and have started screening for thesecharacteristics as well as other 21st Century Skills, including problem solving, critical thinking,and communication skills. In a recent article in the TechCrunch, a leading technology mediaproperty stated, “In our research, we found that some

Conference Session

Capstone Design

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bob Rhoads, The Ohio State University; Clifford A Whitfield, Ohio State University; Jacob T Allenstein, The Ohio State University; Peter Rogers, The Ohio State University

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Design in Engineering Education

instructors continually solicit industry and departmental feedback to enrich the students’experience and better prepare them for their careers. We recently surveyed 370 graduates of themultidisciplinary program ranging in experience levels from one to five years.1 The surveycompared the key needs of industry with the success of the program in meeting these needs.This paper addresses the quantitative results of the survey and describes the current program’sstructure. The authors focus on learning outcomes that include “an ability to function onmultidisciplinary teams” (ABET Criteria 3d), “an ability to communicate effectively” (ABETCriteria 3g), and “the ability to manage an engineering project.” The authors also compare thesurvey results of

Conference Session

Summer and Cohort Programs for Minorities: Student Success

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Walter C. Lee, Virginia Tech; Christina Seimetz Wade, Virginia Tech; Catherine T. Amelink, Virginia Tech

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Minorities in Engineering

high school seniors to college freshmen, the first year of engineering iscritical. In an attempt to facilitate this transition and motivate students as they begin theiracademic careers, many colleges provide summer bridge programs [1]. Summer bridge programsaim to provide incoming students with early contact and enriching experiences believed tofacilitate the acquisition of the skills needed to be successful in college. However, students canhave varying experiences even if they participate in the same activities. Since studies focusing onsummer bridge programs are typically quantitative and primarily focus on academic performanceand retention [2, 3], we know little about how these experiences vary and the many different waysstudents may

Conference Session

Sustainability and Hands-on Engineering Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley A. Striebig, James Madison University; Stephen Keith Holland, James Madison University

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Environmental Engineering

science and energy resources is shown in Table1.Table 1: Sample participant schedule for Green Techfacturing three-day camp. Day Timing Activity1 Early morning Check-in Introductions Describe “green” manufacturing Late morning Tour facility with renewable biofuel power plant, solvent recovery and reuse, and wastewater treatment Early Afternoon Environmental Science Project at University Pond and Arboretum Late Afternoon Discussion of days learning activities Review

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Topics in Computing and Information Technologies

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abul K. M. Azad, Northern Illinois University; Namratha Siripragada, Northern Illinois University

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Computing & Information Technology

for administrative and student levels of access. When offering theremote laboratory, a large volume of data is collected for experience sampling method and weeklysurvey. An evaluation scheme was implemented to assess the effectiveness of the system as wellthe students’ learning outcomes. In-built capability to collect systems’ operational data and weeklysurvey are used to evaluate the effectiveness of the system, while pre- and post-tests are utilized tomeasure the student learning outcomes.1. IntroductionOne of the major limitations of distance-learning programs is their failure to deliver the laboratoryrelated courses.1, 2 For distance learning programs, students currently have to visit a campus toperform the laboratory sessions or

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ETAC, ABET, & STEM Programs

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University; Aleksandr Sergeyev, Michigan Technological University

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Engineering Technology

energyequipment to small, hand-held, medical devices and everyday household items. Without a doubt,tomorrow’s technicians must understand the nature of modern digital design.According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) the replacement rate in science, technology,engineering, and mathematics (STEM) occupations over the decade 2008-18 is projected to be Page 24.564.2very demanding [1]. For instance, the projected replacement rate in mathematical science is29.5%, in physics is 28.5%, in mechanical engineering is 26%, and in electrical engineering is23%. According to data from the Current Population Survey [2], the share of the population aged16 and over

Conference Session

Best of Computers in Education Division

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Urban-Lurain, Michigan State University; Melanie M. Cooper, Michigan State University; Kevin C. Haudek, Michigan State University; Jennifer Julia Kaplan, University of Georgia, Department of Statistics; Jennifer K. Knight, University of Colorado, Boulder; Paula P. Lemons, University of Georgia; Carl T. Lira, Michigan State University; John E. Merrill, Michigan State University, Biological Sciences Program; Ross Nehm, Stony Brook University; Luanna B. Prevost, University of South Florida; Michelle Kathleen Smith; Maryanne Sydlik, Western Michigan University

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Computers in Education

such as concept inventories (CIs). For example, as Nehm & Schonfeld demonstrate,the multiple-choice Concept Inventory of Natural Selection measures whether studentsunderstand “pieces” or elements of the theory of natural selection, but does not provide anymeasure of students’ abilities to assemble the pieces into a coherent and functional explanatorystructure 1, 2. Moreover, multiple-choice CIs introduce significant validity threats as they areconstrained to “either-or” forced-choice (“misconception” vs. scientific key concept) itempreference and do not typically allow the detection of students who harbor “mixed models” ofcorrect and incorrect conceptions 1, 3-8. Thus, constructed response (CR) assessments that capture students

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Capstone Design

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael P. Frank, FAMU-FSU College of Engineering; Kamal E. Amin, Florida A&M University/Florida State University; Okenwa I. Okoli, Florida A&M University/Florida State University; Sungmoon Jung Ph.D., FAMU-FSU College of Engineering; Robert A. Van Engelen, Florida State University; Chiang Shih, Florida A&M University/Florida State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

Engineering, Electrical and ComputerEngineering, and Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering at the FAMU-FSU College ofEngineering has continued to expand and improve, in terms of the number of multidisciplinary,interdepartmental project teams, the degree of coordination between different departments, therigor of the structured engineering design process, and the excellence of the project outcomes. Important features of our interdepartmental Senior Design program include: (1) a two-semester structured engineering design sequence, with regular design-review checkpoints atwhich students receive feedback on their written reports, oral presentations and demonstrationsfrom multidisciplinary groups of faculty reviewers; (2) the inclusion of many

Conference Session

Research Experience in Stormwater Management

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aimee S. Navickis-Brasch, Gonzaga University; Noel E. Bormann P.E., Gonzaga University; Sue L. Niezgoda P.E., Gonzaga University; Matt Zarecor, Spokane County Stormwater Utility

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Civil Engineering

on the applicability of theproject to meet required learning outcomes as well as survey responses from students and themunicipality. Plans for integrating the BMP monitoring into other university course are alsoconsidered based on related studies as well as survey responses from stormwater practitioners.This paper addresses the following research questions: 1. How can the capstone design course objectives simultaneously meet ABET requirements while also providing students with an increased opportunity to gain experience and skills Page 24.567.2 common to stormwater practitioners? 2. How can a partnership between a university

Conference Session

NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian J. Skromme, Arizona State University; Paul Rayes, Arizona State University; Bing Cheng; Brian McNamara; Aaron S. Gibson; Angela Barrus, Arizona State University; John M. Quick; Robert Kenneth Atkinson, Arizona State University; Yih-Fang Huang, University of Notre Dame; Daniel H. Robinson, Colorado State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

standarddeviations.1. IntroductionIntroductory linear circuit analysis is a very widely taught and important foundational class forbeginning electrical engineers, and is also taught to a large number of other engineering majorsas their primary introduction to electrical engineering. For example, at Arizona State University(ASU) we teach such a course (EEE 202) to over 600 students a year, typically in 11 sections.Many students struggle with this class, often due to a lack of detailed, rapid feedback andcorrection on their work, insufficient use of active learning strategies, and in our opinion, aninsufficient systematization of and emphasis on the numerous principles that are necessary tosolve a variety of problems successfully. One potentially very useful

Conference Session

Design in Engineering Education Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Martin William Weiser, Eastern Washington University; Hani Serhal Saad, Eastern Washington University; Robert E. Gerlick, Eastern Washington University

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Design in Engineering Education

enough time to perform research and execute the project. After consultingwith the ME/MET department’s IAC (Industrial Advisory Council), it was determined that thecapstone course is to be offered over a two quarter period (2 credits in the winter and 3 in thespring) as opposed to a single 4 credit one. The IAC, a committee made out of representativesfrom the local industries, meets semiannually with the ME and MET faculty to discuss anypertinent issue including curriculum development and project collaboration. This change wasimplemented in the 2013-2014 academic year.Literature ReviewEngineering capstone design experiences in US universities over the past couple of decades haveshifted gradually to multi-course durations. Figures 1 and 2 below

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gregg L. Fiegel, California Polytechnic State University; James L. Hanson, California Polytechnic State University; Nazli Yesiller

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

recent experiences in designing and implementing a ResearchExperiences for Undergraduates (REU) site sponsored by the National Science Foundation(NSF). Faculty at California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), San Luis Obispo recentlyestablished the Global Waste Research Institute (GWRI), which provides unique opportunitiesfor undergraduate students to participate in the advancement of fundamental engineering andscientific research. The GWRI provides the focal point of the REU program. The program,currently in its second year, supports ten students over a 10-week period during the summer.Faculty and graduate students serve as research mentors. The principal objectives of theprogram are: (1) to engage undergraduate participants on projects

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Research Experience in Stormwater Management

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vinod K. Lohani, Virginia Tech

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Civil Engineering

has published 70+ refereed publications. Page 24.571.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Experiences in Implementing an NSF/REU Site on Interdisciplinary Water Sciences and Engineering during 2007-13 AbstractThis paper summarizes the experiences of the author in implementing a successful NSF/REU Siteon Interdisciplinary Water Sciences and Engineering for 6 years at Virginia Tech. The goal of theSite is to train REU fellows in water research using interdisciplinary projects. Site activitiesincluded: 1) 10-week long research

Conference Session

International Division Technical Session 7

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Irene B Mena, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Thomas A. Litzinger, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Sarah E. Zappe, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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International

enrollment of international students and because of increasing numbersof first-year students, up by nearly 30% between 2007 and 2012, the College of Engineering wasinterested in answering the following research questions: (1) what are some differences ininternational and domestic students’ reported perceptions and attitudes at the beginning of theirfirst year of engineering?, and (2) what are some differences in international and domesticstudents’ reported perceptions and attitudes, specifically regarding their learning experiences, atthe end of their second year of engineering?MethodsData for this study was collected using two surveys: one sent to first-year students in the fall2011 semester, and one sent to second-year students in the spring 2013

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Curriculum & Student Enrollment II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Troy Harding, Kansas State University Salina

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Engineering Technology

to running on the Windows-based computers used duringclass, it has also been tested on MacBooks, Android phones and tablets, iPads, and a Blackberryphone. Small screens and touchscreens make interactions somewhat cumbersome, but theywork fine for following along and making small edits.Student Perspective Page 24.573.4The students were surveyed at the end of the semester. The survey used a Likert scale wherestudents rated their agreement with a series of statements as 1) Strongly Agree; 2) Agree; 3)Disagree; 4) Strongly Disagree; and 5) Not Applicable. Students also had the opportunity toanswer some open-ended questions. Twenty-two students out

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Computer-Based Learning Models

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael G. Morrow, University of Wisconsin, Madison

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Computers in Education

Appendix AAssessment of the Blended Learning ImplementationThe performance of the blended learning implementation of the electric circuit analysis coursewas analyzed along two dimensions. First, student performance in the course was compared tothe previous semester when it was taught as a traditional lecture course by the same instructor.The exams in both semesters were comparable in difficulty, and analysis of the studentpopulations showed no significant differences between them. Students demonstratedsignificantly better performance in the blended version of the course, as shown in Figure 1. Amarked change in the distribution of student grades was also observed, with the number ofmarginal and poorly performing students significantly reduced

Conference Session

NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hong Huang, Wright State University; Steven R. Higgins, Department of Chemistry, Wright State University; Aaron Joseph Blake, Wright State University, Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering; Jason Allen Deibel, Wright State University; Ioana Sizemore, Wright State University, Department of Chemistry

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Laboratory Course1. IntroductionNanomaterials, nanotechnology and nanoscience play a key role in the advancement of moderntechnologies in sensors, medicine, renewable energies, and more. Globally, governments andindustries have made significant investments in this field both intellectually and economically. Inthe United States, federal funding agencies have invested tens of billions of dollars on R&D andcommercialization of nano-products as well as understanding of the social environmentalimpacts.1 The National Science Foundation (NSF) projected that the nanotechnology sector willemploy 6 million workers by 2020 and over 80% of the jobs will require trained workforces innanoscience and nanotechnology.2 To meet the projected future demand, it

Conference Session

Trends in Engineering Education 2

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eden Fisher, Carnegie Mellon University; Indira Nair, Carnegie Mellon University; Mustafa A. Biviji, E2RG

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Educational Research and Methods

innovator skills and attributes, and processes and Page 24.576.2environments for innovation (Figure 1). Under each of these headings, each expert in theoriginal study identified both promoters and inhibitors of innovation.Figure 1: Framework for Organizing Mental Models of Contributors to Innovation1We integrated this framework for innovation into the curriculum of our Engineering &Technology Innovation Management masters program, specifically during a year-longseminar that includes expert innovators and innovation managers as guest lecturers.Students learn the framework as part of their introduction to their study of innovation,and refer to it as a

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Enhancing the Underrepresented Student Experience

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aaron S. Hunt, West Texas A&M University; Pamela Renee Lockwood, West Texas A&M University; Emily M. Hunt, West Texas A&M University

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Minorities in Engineering

predominantly from rural communities, and yet they have chosenSTEM in contradiction to the research.Table 1: Hispanic Enrollment by Gender at ##### Fall 2005 – Fall 2011 ##### Year Male Female Total Fall 2005 62 41 103 Fall 2006 85 61 146 Fall 2007 96 66 162 Fall 2008 109 72 181 Fall 2009 125 77 202 Fall 2010 141 89 232 Fall 2011 163 97 260By 2030, projections indicate the U.S. population to be 20.1% Hispanic. The percent ofHispanics in the 18-24 age group is expected to be even

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International Division Technical Session 9

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott C Streiner, University of Pittsburgh; Sydnie Cunningham Cunningham, University of Tulsa; Shaobo Huang, University of Southern California; Svetlana Levonisova, University of Southern California; Cheryl Matherly, The University of Tulsa; Mary E. Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Larry J. Shuman, University of Pittsburgh; Gisele Ragusa, University of Southern California; Daria A Kotys-Schwartz, University of Colorado, Boulder

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International

national boundaries and culturalbackgrounds, as well as across disciplines to successfully apply the results of basic research tolong-standing global challenges such as epidemics, natural disasters and the search foralternative energy sources.”1 Clearly, the global preparedness of engineering students isbecoming an important educational outcome and is a natural extension to recent concerns by anumber of national commissions as well as scholars, who have also noted the impact ofglobalization and the implication for continued U.S. economic leadership.2,3,4Given this concern, engineering educators have been rethinking the skills and tools that theirgraduates will need to function effectively with their international counterparts. To our researchteam

Conference Session

Student Beliefs, Motivation and Self Efficacy

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nora B. Honken, University of Louisville; Patricia A Ralston, University of Louisville; Kate E. Snyder, University of Louisville

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Educational Research and Methods

to help improve studentsuccess.Related Literature Research on individuals’ implicit beliefs about intelligence describes variation in howdifferent people conceptualize the nature of intelligence as either changeable or unchangeable.Broadly, individuals can be classified into two types. Incremental theorists believe thatintelligence is malleable and may be improved with effort. Entity theorists believe thatintelligence is fixed and cannot be improved with effort. Students with an entity belief ofintelligence are more likely to believe that poor performance is a result of low intelligence/abilityand that only those students with low intelligence/ability need to exert effort to perform well.1, 2 Across a range of ages

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Opening General Session 2

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Janna Rodriguez, Stanford University; Helen L. Chen, Stanford University; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University; Qu Jin, Stanford University; Samantha Ruth Brunhaver, Stanford University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

graduates have an interest and/or intention towardsentrepreneurship. Analyses related to the demographic characteristics, desired career outcomesand career satisfaction, and pre- and post-graduation undergraduate learning experiences, ofthese alumni were conducted. The research questions guiding this study are: 1) How might engineering alumni be characterized based on their levels of interest in and intention to pursue entrepreneurial activity? 2) What similarities and differences in desired career outcomes, career satisfaction, and undergraduate learning experiences exist among engineering alumni with varying levels of entrepreneurial interest and intention?IntroductionEntrepreneurially-minded alumni are in high demand

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Principles of K-12 Engineering Education and Practice

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michelle E. Jordan , Arizona State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

students’ peer interaction during collaborative work sessions.Understanding social processes through which young students learn to engage in collaborativeengineering design projects is critical as engineering standards become prevalent in K-12curriculums. The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) require that students not onlyunderstand core concepts and cross-cutting ideas associated with engineering, but also learn toparticipate in engineering practices.1-3 According to the NGSS, engineering practices are highlysocial, requiring collaboration and communication with diverse people for multiple purposes.Although it is well-known that communication plays critical roles in the design process4, 5,systematic studies of children’s peer-to-peer

Conference Session

Sustainability

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary Katherine Watson, The Citadel; Joshua Pelkey, AirWatch; Michael Owen Rodgers, Georgia Institute of Technology; Caroline R. Noyes, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Multidisciplinary Engineering

Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) was analyzed through the lens of the SOLOtaxonomy. The following research questions were addressed: (1) How structurally advanced isstudent sustainability knowledge? (2) Which sustainability dimensions do students mostassociate with sustainability? and (3) How appropriate is application of the SOLO taxonomy forsustainability knowledge assessments? Page 24.583.4Background Information: Sustainability Knowledge AssessmentsWith increasing interest in incorporating sustainability into engineering curricula, there havebeen a variety of assessment tools presented in the literature to help guide and evaluate thesereform efforts. Although indirect student

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Student Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kelly Patsavas; Barrett S. Caldwell, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Student

knowledge domainsremains a challenging task from both knowledge development and systems engineering processmodeling perspectives. However, the longitudinal examination (as well as my ongoingintrospection) regarding “Simulating Kelly” as an engineering process has helped to provide bothpersonal benefits and research outcomes. In addition, it is hoped that the student’s experienceprovides useful insights regarding the valuable role of research apprenticeships forundergraduate engineering students, regardless of their future industry, graduate education, orengineering domain career development plans. Page 24.584.6References 1. Caldwell, B. S. (2013