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Design in Engineering Education Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charles Kim, Bucknell University; Joe Tranquillo, Bucknell University

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Design in Engineering Education

Characteristic Roles Page 24.837.4Throughout K-WIDE students were encouraged to be mindful of several different archetypal roles.The idea of an archetype was popularized by Carl Jung, but has been co-opted by several others.For example, De Bono created the Six Hats brainstorming technique 32 to balance convergent anddivergent thinking. Likewise IDEO has published the Ten Faces of Innovation that describes thekey personnel of a creative and productive team 33 .Six idealized roles emerged from K-WIDE. Some are more associated with engineering, whileothers are associated more with the entrepreneurial mindset. The goal for the student, however, isto be

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Impacts on K-12 Student Identity, Career Choice, and Perceptions of Engineers

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cheryl Carrico P.E., Virginia Tech; Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech; Marie C. Paretti, Virginia Tech; Matthew Arnold Boynton PE P.E., Virginia Tech

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

came during college, I had that uh, a really intense car project… I pretty much built the car and so I’ve done all of the electrical work and mechanical work and so that that definitely sparked my interest like figuring things out was something that I wanted to keep doing you know. And it was just, it wasn’t a whole, I, I wasn’t around a lot of people who, who were like mechanically minded I guess in high school. It was me and [friend] and you know people who were car fanatics. - Dave, College Senior in EngineeringAdditionally, within Dave’s interview he comments on having some exposure to engineering viaa high school calculus class and a robotics class

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jay Patrick McCormack, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Steven W. Beyerlein, University of Idaho, Moscow; Ashley Ater Kranov, Washington State University; Patrick D. Pedrow P.E., Washington State University; Edwin R. Schmeckpeper, Norwich University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

, Microethics, and Macroethics:Product Liability as an Ethical Issue in Engineering Design, International Journal of Engineering Education, 19(1), 2003, pp. 163–167. 9. Herkert J., “Future Directions in Engineering Ethics Research: Microethics, Macroethics, and the Role of Professional Societies,” Science and Engineering Ethics, 7, no. 3, pp. 403-414, 2001. 10. Gentile, M., Giving Voice to Values: How to Speak Your Mind When You Know What’s Right. Yale University Press, 2010. 11. Kelvin Thompson, Aimee DeNoyelles, Baiyun Chen and Linda Futch (2013). Discussion Prompts. In K. Thompson and B. Chen (Eds.), Teaching Online Pedagogical Repository. Orlando, FL: University of Central Florida Center for

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Engineering & Our Global Society

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

Paper ID #10251Study Abroad as a Means to Achieving ABET Criterion 3 Outcomes: A CaseStudy in Course Design and AssessmentDr. Kathryn A. Neeley, University of Virginia Kathryn Neeley is Associate Professor of Science, Technology, and Society in the Department of Engi- neering and Society. She is a past chair of the Liberal Education Division of ASEE. Page 24.1136.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Study Abroad as a Means to Achieving ABET Criterion 3 Outcomes: A

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Trends in Engineering Education 2

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Conrad Tucker, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Kathy Schmidt Jackson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Linda C. Schmidt, University of Maryland, College Park; Gül E. Okudan Kremer, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Peifeng Yin

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Educational Research and Methods

Paper ID #10242The Evolution of Tactile and Digital Learning Preferences in UndergraduateEngineering EducationDr. Conrad Tucker, Pennsylvania State University, University ParkDr. Kathy Schmidt Jackson, Pennsylvania State University, University Park Dr. Kathy Jackson is a senior research associate at Pennsylvania State University’s Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence. In this position, she promotes Penn State’s commitment to enriching teaching and learning. Dr. Jackson works in all aspects of education including faculty development, instructional design, engineering education, learner support, and evaluation.Dr. Linda C

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Innovations in Electrical Engineering Courses

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Raviv, Florida Atlantic University; George Jonathan Roskovich, Florida Atlantic University

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Electrical and Computer

Paper ID #9179An intuitive approach to teaching key concepts in Control SystemsDr. Daniel Raviv, Florida Atlantic UniversityMr. George Jonathan Roskovich, Florida Atlantic University Page 24.173.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 An Intuitive Approach to Teaching Key Concepts in Control SystemsAbstract As technology advances, newer generations are developing with quicker access to greaterquantities of information than each one that precedes it. Congruently, research has shown areduction in patience, while

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The Interdisciplinary Nature of Engineering

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mehmet Vurkaç, Oregon Institute of Technology

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Multidisciplinary Engineering

who received humanities education tend to have better performance” in the workplace,based on pre-and-post surveys given to employers of graduates.In a recent blog post for Science [11] on the reasons to include the Humanities in careerpreparation, and even though writing about science careers, not engineering, Albert brings forthten enumerated reasons, many of which are relevant to engineering practice as well. Reason 2 isthat “[s]tudying the humanities allows you to become familiar with and use the creative ideasfrom great minds outside of science. As a poignant example in support of this argument, considerthe application of art-inspired mathematics to the applied chemistry of an oil-spill clean-up,presented at the Bridges 2012: Mathematics

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Biomedical Division Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marcia A. Pool, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Jennifer L. Groh, Purdue University Women in Engineering Program, West Lafayette; Allison L. Sieving, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Biomedical

to 4.6 from pre- to post-event) and gain more confidence to chooseengineering as a career (3.1 to 3.8 from pre- to post-event) when using a Likert scale (1 – 5 with1 being completely disagree and 5 being complete agree).Additionally, anecdotal data from all programs support that hands-on design activities engagestudent interest. Many participants stay in contact with activity mentors they meet during theseprograms and are further influenced to keep engineering on the forefront of their choices forcollege. Specifically, many parents and participants comment about a new interest in BME.Summary and conclusionsIncorporating the design process into outreach activities increases participant’s self-explorationof the problem and stimulates minds

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Engineering & Our Global Society

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bhavna Hariharan, Stanford University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

technologically mediated social networks, it has become difficult to remainignorant of the realities experienced by people across the globe3. This social connectivityhas also made it easier for like-minded people to act on problems that they findcompelling simultaneously making the need and the motivation to act more apparent andurgent.The engineering community has responded to this call as evidenced in the emergence ofgroups such as Engineers for a Sustainable World (ESW)a, Engineers Without Borders(EWB)b and Engineers Against Povertyc. At the heart of these organizations is a desire tocreate an equitable, sustainable future by mobilizing engineers around the world to makemeaningful contributions to complex, global problems.Evidence from a number of

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Integrating Engineering & Liberal Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donna M. Riley, Smith College

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

Paper ID #9995What’s wrong with Evidence? Epistemological Roots and Pedagogical Impli-cations of ”Evidence-based Practice” in STEM educationDr. Donna M Riley, Smith College Donna Riley is Associate Professor and founding faculty member in the Picker Engineering Program at Smith College Page 24.1373.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 What’s wrong with Evidence? Epistemological Roots and Pedagogical Implications of “Evidence-based

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Innovations in Electrical Engineering Courses

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nicole P. Pitterson, Purdue University; Ruth A. Streveler, Purdue University

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Electrical and Computer

Paper ID #9657”Increasing students’ conceptual understanding of AC circuits: An applica-tion of Licht’s model”Miss Nicole P Pitterson, Purdue University, West Lafayette I am currently a second year PhD student in the Engineering Education Department at Purdue University. My highest level of education so far is a MSc in Manufacturing Engineering which I attained at Western Illinois University. My research interest is eliciting conceptual understanding of AC circuit concepts using active learning strategies.Dr. Ruth A. Streveler, Purdue University, West Lafayette Ruth A. Streveler is an Associate Professor in the School

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Innovations in Electrical Engineering Courses

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Theresa Mae Swift, Missouri University of Science & Technology; Barbara Jean Wilkins, Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Electrical and Computer

Paper ID #8816A Partial Flip, A Whole Transformation: Redesigning Sophomore CircuitsDr. Theresa Mae Swift, Missouri University of Science & Technology Theresa M. Swift is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer En- gineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. She teaches the sophomore circuits and introduction to electronic devices courses for ECE majors as well as a service course in circuits for other engineering disciplines on campus. She is a member of both the ECE curriculum committee and the cur- riculum committee for all engineering disciplines on the

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Engineering & Our Global Society

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

wenjuan wang, Beihang University ; Ming Li, Beihang University; Brent K Jesiek, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Qin Zhu, Purdue University; Jian Yuan, Beihang University; Qing Lei, Beihang University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

independent discipline status. For example, engineering learningcould only occur after “xin shu yi gui yu chun zheng” (one’s heart is pure and rectified) and “yizhongguo jingshi zhi xue weiji” (training in Chinese Confucian classics as fundamental). Toachieve this kind of foundational moral and intellectual development, it was assumed that theConfucian classics were covered in all levels of schooling, from the small xuetang (elementaryschools) to preparatory colleges and universities. In fact, the policy documents indicated thattreatment of Confucian teachings in elementary schools and universities should be well-aligned,especially in order to rectify human mind and human nature.10 Engineering was more specificallytreated as “yineng” (“artistic

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Trends in Engineering Education 1

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Khairiyah Mohd-Yusof, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Fatin Aliah Phang, Faculty of Education, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Aziatul Niza Sadikin, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Syed Ahmad Helmi, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Mohd Johari Kamaruddin, Centre of Lipids Engineering & Applied Research (CLEAR), Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, 81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia.

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Educational Research and Methods

closer to them, but also can make them realize their own mistake. (Student F)Engineering Technical Engineering is not solely Mathematics and Sciences, but a highly mind-knowledge knowledge challenging job. An engineer is often challenged by complex technical problems and it is a must for them to be critical and analytical all the time to solve the problems (Student L) Sustainable Through my assignment there were many things that I had learnt about engineers Development especially in maintaining sustainable development .Sustainable development is the development that meets the needs of the present

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K-12 Outreach and Out-of-School Time Engineering Programming and Research

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anca L. Sala, Baker College, Flint; Pattabhi Sitaram, Baker College, Flint; Tom Spendlove, Baker College, Flint

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

in mind (86%). A large percentage of the students, 71%,expressed their interest in engineering either at agree or strongly agree level.Fig.2 Student responses to pre-camp survey questions Page 24.1104.7The post-camp survey questions were as follows:1) The summer camp stimulated my interest in engineering.2) The summer camp enhanced my interest in engineering.3) The camp taught me teamwork and be a team player.4) The camp helped me in improving my presentation skills.5) Did you think that the number of activities was appropriate?6) Did you think that the amount of material covered was appropriate?7) I feel more confident now in pursuing a career

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General Technical Session 1

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Michael Morse, Texas Tech University; Audra N. Morse, Texas Tech University; Venkatesh Uddameri; Elma Annette Hernandez, Texas Tech University; David L. Ernst, Texas Tech University - Construction Engineering

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Computers in Education

Paper ID #10140The Impact of Reducing Numerical Methods and Programming Courses onUndergraduate PerformanceDr. Stephen Michael Morse, Texas Tech UniversityDr. Audra N. Morse, Texas Tech University Dr. Audra Morse, P.E., is the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies in the Whitacre College of Engineering and a Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Texas Tech University. She leads the Engineering Opportunities Center which provides retention, placement and academic support services to WCOE students.Dr. Venkatesh UddameriDr. Elma Annette Hernandez, Texas Tech UniversityMr. David L Ernst, Texas Tech

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cary David Troy, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Rebecca R Essig, Purdue University; Brent K. Jesiek, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Josh Boyd, Purdue University; Natascha Trellinger Buswell, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

comprehensivewriting-across-the-curriculum program): (1) large lecture format required “core” courses and (2)traditional technical electives. Our initial focus is large sophomore- and junior-level lectureformat courses, while subsequent work will broaden and adapt our approach to technicalelectives. The types of courses that we have in mind cover topics such as statics, dynamics andmechanics, fluid mechanics, materials, surveying, linear circuit analysis, and thermodynamics.These courses are typically required for undergraduate engineers and taught in a traditional largelecture format. Unless mandated by the individual department or school, instructors are unlikelyto implement writing in these types of courses because of the large numbers and

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The Nature of Innovation and Entrepreneurship Session 4

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James L. Barnes, James Madison University; Susan Kubic Barnes, James Madison University; Michael J. Dyrenfurth, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

., Kruschwitz, N., Laur, J., & Schley, S. (2008). The necessary revolution: How individuals and organizations are working together to create a sustainable world. New York: Doubleday14. Ramsey, J. (n.d.). An integrated science and technology undergraduate curriculum. Unpublished manuscript. College of Integrated Science and Technology, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA.15. Fluellen, Jr., J. (2011, November 18-20). Preparing 21st Century minds: Using brain research to enhance cognitive skills for the future. Creating a nation of innovators: A brief report of the Learning & Brain Conference, Boston.16. Daly, S., Yilmaz, S., Christian, J., Seifert, C. & Gonzalez. (2012). Design heuristics in engineering concept

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Spatial Ability & Visualization Training II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yingjie Victor Chen, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Zhenyu Cheryl Qian, Purdue University

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Engineering Design Graphics

overbearing; however, it is very true thathumanity’s future relies on the creative mind. As educators, we look forward to inspiring,motivating, and fostering students’ creativity. Most technology and engineering students tend toquickly focus on the technical aspects of a project, and design students tend to focus on usability,quality, innovation, and the aesthetics of products [2]. In this paper, we discuss our collaborativepractice to integrate these two tendency directions and inspire creativity in the practice. As a category of the IEEE VIS conferences, the VAST (Visual Analytics Science andTechnology) challenges aim to push the forefront of visual analytics tools using benchmark datasets and establish a forum to advance visual analytics

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Tricks of the Trade

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margret Hjalmarson, George Mason University; Jill K. Nelson, George Mason University

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New Engineering Educators

other institutions, itmay be more helpful for graduate students to have their own teaching developmentgroups, as they may feel more comfortable sharing challenges and pitfalls in a student-only environment.References1. Jamieson, L. & Lohmann, J. Creating a culture for scholarly and systematic innovation in engineering education: Ensuring U.S. engineering has the right people with the right talent for a global society. (American Society for Engineering Education, 2009). at 2. Bransford, J. D., Brown, A. L. & Cocking, R. R. How People Learn: Brain, Mind, Experience, and School: Expanded Edition. (The National Academies Press, 2000). at 3. Chen, H. L., Lattuca, L. R. & Hamilton, E. R. Conceptualizing Engagement

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Preparing Minority Students for Undergraduate and Graduate Research

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mary R. Anderson-Rowland, Arizona State University

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Minorities in Engineering

, interviewing, working a career fair, academic success tips, portfolios, how to access on-line data bases, how to write a research paper, the 4+1 program, how to apply to graduate school,and graduate school. A favorite program is to have a panel of graduate students who have gonethrough the program address and answer the questions of the students in the ASAP class to “tellit as it really is”. In addition, engineers with advanced degrees are brought to the class to talk tothe students about engineers in industry, what the company is looking for in a hire, and howengineers with advanced degrees are used in their company. An additional topic that usuallystretches the mind of the students is to have them write a minimum 5 page paper on their careerand life

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division Technical Session 6

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kurt A. Thoroughman, Washington University; Alessandra Hruschka, Washington University in St.Louis; Patricia Widder, Washington University in St. Louis

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

Paper ID #10961Engineering Virtual Studio: KEEN Modules to Foster Entrepreneurial Mind-set in an Integrative, First/Second Year Online CourseDr. Kurt A. Thoroughman, Washington University Dr. Thoroughman is the Director of Undergraduate Studies in the School of Engineering and Applied Science at Washington University in St. Louis. He is also an Associate Professor and the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. Dr. Thoroughman received a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Johns Hopkins University and postdoctoral training in Biology from Brandeis University.Ms. Alessandra

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Tricks of the Trade

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Marshall, University of Southern Maine; Carl Nelson Blue, University of Southern Maine

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New Engineering Educators

Paper ID #10303Pedagogy Including Differentiated Instruction That Enables Student Learn-ingDr. John Marshall, University of Southern Maine John Marshall received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University and is the Departmental Internship Co- ordinator at the University of Southern Maine. His areas of specialization include Power and Energy Processing, Applied Process Control Engineering, Applied Automation Engineering, Fluid Power, and Facility Planning.Dr. Carl Nelson Blue, University of Southern Maine Associate Professor of Technology, in the Department of Technology - Technology Management Program / Information and

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Beyond Students: Issues of Underrepresentation among Parents and Professionals

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Araceli Martinez Ortiz, Texas State University, San Marcos

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Minorities in Engineering

Technology). (2010). Prepare and inspire: K-12 education in STEM for America’s future. Washington, DC: Executive Office of the President, 2010.6) Goldenberg, C., Reese, L., & Gallimore, R. (1992). Effects of literacy materials from school on Latino children’s home experiences and early reading achievement. American Journal of Education, 100, 497-536.7) Vygotsky, L. S. (1978). Mind in society. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.8) Martinez Ortiz, A. (2011) “Students Learning Rate and Proportion Using Engineering LEGO Robotics”. American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference. Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.9) NGSS Lead States. 2013. Next Generation Science Standards: For States, By States. Washington, DC

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Engineering Physics & Physics Division Technical Session 3

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Teresa L. Larkin, American University; Victoria "Tori" Vogel, American University

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Engineering Physics & Physics

Paper ID #9598A Phenomenological Study of Factors Influencing the Gender Gap in Physicsand other STEM-Related FieldsDr. Teresa L. Larkin, American University Teresa L. Larkin is an Associate Professor of Physics Education and Faculty Liaison to the Pre-engineering Program at American University. She received her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction with emphasis in Physics and Science Education from Kansas State University. Dr. Larkin is involved with Physics Education Research (PER) and has published widely on topics related to the assessment of student learn- ing in introductory physics and engineering courses

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Interactive Panel on Advocacy Tips: an Initiative to Provide Individuals the Tools to Advocate for Women and Underrepresented Minorities

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adrienne Robyn Minerick, Michigan Technological University; Roger A. Green, North Dakota State University; Canan Bilen-Green, North Dakota State University; Kristen P. Constant, Iowa State University; Beth M Holloway, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Sandra D. Eksioglu, Mississippi State University; Debra M. Gilbuena, Oregon State University

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Women in Engineering

c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 Interactive  Panel     on   Advocacy  Tips:  an  Initiative  to  Provide  Individuals  the  Tools  to  Advocate  for  Women   and  Underrepresented  Minorities    Abstract:    Research  and  recommendations  have  shown  that  advancements  within  a  minority  group  benefit  greatly  from  majority  group  involvement.    With  this  philosophy  in  mind,  the  Women  in  Engineering  Division  (WIED)  has  facilitated  and  sponsored  the  development  of  a  website  (http://wied.asee.org/AdvTips.html)  with  the  content

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Classroom Management

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Waddah Akili, Iowa State University

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New Engineering Educators

Paper ID #8601On the Role of the Professor in Creating a Positive Learning EnvironmentDr. Waddah Akili, Iowa State University Page 24.951.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 On the Role of the Professor in Creating a Positive Learning EnvironmentAbstract: The paper focuses on the role of a “caring” faculty who believes that being adedicated, thoughtful, and passionate is as important as being professionally competent. Itis argued that faculty members can improve the quality of

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Education Session 3

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Joseph, Pace University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

level engineering capstone design courses that were cross-listed as a single course, which was open to MBA students24, 25. The purpose of this cross-listed course was to produce business minded future engineers who through the experience of producing marketable products would develop better teamwork skills, adaptable communication skills, be comfortable with business plan development, and be knowledgeable of patents and intellectual property. Student team projects were either assigned or self-generated. The final product of the project was a functional product prototype supported by a written report describing its business and engineering aspects. The project evaluation was based on the intended business and engineering

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Spatial Ability & Visualization Training II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deborah M. Grzybowski, Ohio State University; Olga Stavridis, Ohio State University; Lisa A. Barclay M.S., The Ohio State University ; Lisa Abrams, The Ohio State University; Sheryl A. Sorby, Ohio State University; Jessica Thomas, Ohio State University; John A. Merrill, The Ohio State University

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Engineering Design Graphics

First-Year Engineering StudentsAbstractThe impact of spatial visualization skills on retention and performance in undergraduateengineering schools has been studied extensively. The National Science Foundation funded afive-year program called “Engaging Students in Engineering” or ENGAGE. One strategy inENGAGE is to improve students’ spatial visualization skills. With this goal in mind, we havedeveloped an optional one-credit hour non-graded spatial visualization skills intervention courseat The Ohio State University which is offered to incoming first-year engineering students basedon their performance on the Purdue Spatial Visualization Test: Rotations (PSVT:R). All enteringengineering students have taken this

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Women in Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Angela R. Bielefeldt, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Women in Engineering

this as mymajor when I was in Cambodia and Thailand junior year of high school. It became so clear tome that I want to help these kinds of people and their communities rather than anything else.[The guest speaker] really inspired me and made my dream more realistic in my mind. He reallyhas done wonderful things with his degree and that’s what I strive to do. My other courses havemade me change my mind throughout the semester just by frustration. My Calculus 2 exam twokilled me and really had me down on myself but my last midterm was spectacular so I believethis semester has taught me to just stay strong and not let one grade get me down and thateventually I will have the privilege of calling myself an Environmental Engineer. There are