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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mackinley Love MSc, University of Calgary

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Materials Division (MATS)

targetperformances of understanding, and how well they lend themselves to evaluating individualstudent performances” [1, p. 356]. It is known that aspects of student identity have significanteffects on academic performance [11], but their absence from constructive alignment means thateducators have not been provided guidance on how to implement constructive alignment in away that equitably benefits all students and ensures inclusion of a diverse range of studentbackgrounds.Biggs [1] mentioned that teaching and learning activities do not need to be the sole domain oftraditional instructor-led lectures; peer groups and independent learning are also viable avenuesof activities in a constructively aligned course. However, both forms of learning carry their

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session (Track 1.A)

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hannah Oluwatosin Abedoh, Morgan State University; Blessing Isoyiza ADEIKA, Morgan State University; Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun, Morgan State University; Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E., Morgan State University; Abiola Olayinka Ajala, Morgan State University; OLUWATOYOSI OYEWANDE, Morgan State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

enables the creation of personalized learning content, automated feedback, and real-timeacademic support. A notable example is OpenAI’s ChatGPT, a large language model trained togenerate human-like text responses, assisting students and educators in various academic tasks,including writing, coding, and content summarization [4]. While several generative AI models,such as Google Bard and Anthropic's Claude, offer similar capabilities, ChatGPT is known for itswidespread adoption in educational contexts, its advanced natural language processingcapabilities, and its frequent integration into learning management systems and academicworkflows. These factors position ChatGPT as a leading AI tool in education, making it an idealcase for examining the

Conference Session

Faculty Development: Broad Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jay Mann, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ali Ansari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Wayne L Chang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Caroline Cvetkovic, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Holly M Golecki, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Ramez Hajj, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

).MethodologyCollaborative autoethnography (CAE) is a qualitative research method that combines personalnarratives with cultural analysis, enabling researchers to explore shared experiences within aspecific context. This work follows the CAE research framework of data collection, analysis, andoutcome writing presented in Chang et al. (2013). Prior to the CAE study, the research team wasinitially formed as part of a CoP supported by a National Science Foundation-funded center attheir home university. The primary objective of the CoP was to foster and disseminate effectivereflection practices in engineering classrooms, with an emphasis on equity-minded teaching.There are six instructors involved in this study. The demographics of each are provided in Table1. The

Conference Session

Aerospace Division (AERO) Technical Session 4 - Teaching Methodology

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew Kuester, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; Maria Smith, University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

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Aerospace Division (AERO)

mustconsider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societalcontexts“ [11], which needs to be consciously reinforced throughout an engineering curriculum[12].This paper describes the implementation of a book project into an upper-level aerospaceengineering course for general engineering students. The students were asked to select anarrative non-fiction book about aerospace history, write a short report, and present theirfindings to the class. The objectives of the project were to help students apply the course materialto a historical context, to promote students’ lifelong learning through reading, and to encouragestudents to explore the societal and historical context of aerospace engineering. The followingsections

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Seth Vuletich, Colorado School of Mines; Brianna B Buljung, Colorado School of Mines; Adeline Greene, Colorado School of Mines

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

DisabilitiesBackground – The transition into higher education from high school presents numerouschallenges for students with disabilities. In the United States, regulatory support changesdramatically in this transitional period; students who could previously rely on accommodationsguaranteed under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) now must rely solelyon the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, whichguarantee fewer educational accommodations.Purpose/Hypothesis - Unique challenges with accessibility in STEM disciplines contribute to adisparity in persistence between students with disabilities and their peers. Libraries are uniquelypositioned to provide resources and foster inclusive learning that

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Weihang Zhu, University of Houston - COE; Mariam Manuel, University of Houston - COE; Paige Evans, University of Houston; Peter Weber, University of Houston, College of Technology (MERGED MEMBERSHIP WITH COE)

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

), pp. 201–202). Research shows that the 3DP project interventionsignificantly decreased participants’ science teaching anxiety and improved their scienceteaching efficacy, science interest, and perceived competence in K-3 technological andengineering design science standards (Novak & Wisdom, 2018). 3DP has been used in various disciplines to visualize the science concepts (Papavlasopoulou,Giannakos, & Jaccheri, 2017), most notably in the maker movement. However, out of theselected 43 peer-reviewed articles on the maker movement, only two studies investigatededucational benefits of 3DP (Leduc-Mills & Eisenberg, 2011; Mellis & Buechley, 2012). Smithet al. (2015) conducted observational studies in the Danish school system and

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 4.E

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gabriella Marie Haire, University of Florida College of Education; Pavlo Antonenko; Christine Wusylko, University of Florida; STEPHANIE KILLINGSWORTH, University of Florida; Brian Abramowitz, University of Florida; Jeremy A. Magruder Waisome, University of Florida

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

participantsto have direct manipulation and feedback.The program encouraged participants to have an active role in their learning, which follows aconstructivist approach to teaching and facilitation. The summer program began with participantslearning about datasets through the use of iNaturalist when visiting a garden anda museum.They also completed teamwork and planning activities. After this, more scientific discussionsbegan with the use of a peanut butter and jelly recipe writing activity, which served as a segueinto a discussion about algorithms and the importance of data in training AI models. From there,GTM was introduced using the example of shark teeth and three classes: cutting teeth, graspingteeth, and crushing teeth. Computer vision was

Conference Session

Faculty Development: Centers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maria-Isabel Carnasciali, Merrimack College; Andrew L Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University; Heather Dillon, University of Washington; Joe Tranquillo, Bucknell University; Glenn R Gaudette, Boston College; Douglas E. Melton, The Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Family Foundation

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

experiencedfaculty with less seasoned colleagues to foster professional growth. Long-term initiatives, suchas learning communities or certificate programs, allow for deeper exploration of themes likepedagogical innovation, research development, and leadership skills. Online courses andwebinars have gained prominence, providing flexible, accessible opportunities for professionallearning. Faculty retreats create space for reflection, strategic planning, and collaboration, oftenaligning development efforts with institutional priorities. Additionally, peer observation andfeedback programs promote continuous improvement through constructive dialogue amongcolleagues [2]. These varied approaches ensure that faculty development can be adapted to meetthe unique

Conference Session

Faculty Development at Various Career Stages

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matthew W Liberatore, Trine University; Cheryl A Bodnar, The Ohio State University; Selen Cremaschi, Auburn University; Victor Breedveld, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

lies in the unique rheology measurements of complex fluids as well as engineering education research related to novel uses of technology and big data. He has authored several interactive textbooks with zyBooks and has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles. https://www.trine.edu/academics/colleges-schools/faculty/engineering/liberatore-matthew.aspxDr. Cheryl A Bodnar, Rowan University Dr. Bodnar is an Associate Professor in the Experiential Engineering Education Department at Rowan University. Her research interests relate to the incorporation of active learning techniques such as game-based learning in undergraduate classes as well as innovation and entrepreneurship.Dr. Selen Cremaschi, Auburn UniversityDr. Victor

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cameron Robert Rusnak, Lincoln University - Missouri; David Heise, Lincoln University

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

services that are crucial for their development and persistence in higher education [4]. These hurdles not only affect their confidence but can also lead to difficulties in managing coursework, ultimately influencing their overall academic performance. The challenges faced by first-generation college students are compounded by a lack of academic preparation. An underprepared student is generally defined as one who lacks the requisite academic skills, knowledge, or resources essential for success in postsecondary education. These deficiencies commonly manifest in foundational areas such as reading comprehension, technical writing, and mathematics, often stemming from prior educational experiences marked by academic

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Soto-Cabán, The Ohio State University; Ferdinand Avila-Medina, The Ohio State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

teamwork, and encouraging self-assessment of leadership abilities in groupenvironments.The mentorship program follows Kolb’s experiential learning theory, which emphasizes learningthrough concrete experiences and reflection, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge topractical, industry-related challenges. Additionally, Vygotsky’s social constructivism informs thestructure of the program, where students actively construct knowledge through social interactionswith their mentors and peers, providing a collaborative learning environment.Since its implementation, the program has engaged sixteen industry professionals as mentors.Students are required to meet with their mentors at least three times during the semester,participating in structured

Conference Session

Inclusive and Reflective Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sopheak Seng, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); William Samuel Walker

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

problems, they may write the problems in such a way that either the description ofthe problems is narrowly specific, or the constraints of the problems are overly restrictive.Engineering education researchers view engineering problems as ill-defined [30], and the abilityto gather information to make sense of the problems is a key engineering practice [5]. Therefore,narrow and restrictive problems may lead to straightforward solutions; thus, students employdesign fixation due to restrictions on given problems that discourage creativity and multiplepossibilities. Research in engineering education is needed to better understand the relationshipbetween features of engineering design challenges and students employing design fixation.Research has shown

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anne E Rauh, Syracuse University; Amy S. Van Epps, Harvard University; John J Meier, Pennsylvania State University

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

; ResearchLibraries 85, no. 7 (November 2024): 978–93.Mi, Misa. “Leveraging Research Synthesis for Promoting and Expanding Library Services andEducational Programs.” The Journal of Academic Librarianship 42, no. 2 (March 2016): 151–53.https://doi.org/10.1016/j.acalib.2015.12.012.Murphy, Jeannette. “Global Trends Health Science Libraries: Part 2.” Health Information and LibrariesJournal 39, no. 1 (March 2022): 82–90. https://doi.org/10.1111/hir.12415.Nachman, Sophie, Luke Barron, Terri Ottosen, Hannah Burrows, Emily P. Jones, and Elizabeth Moreton.“Translation of Systematic Review LibGuide Content Using Plain Language and Scientific Writing BestPractices.” Medical Reference Services Quarterly 43, no. 4 (2024): 279–91.https://doi.org/10.1080

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Enhancing Student Engagement and Support in ECE Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Juan Alvarez, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Jessica R Gladstone, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Jennifer Cromley, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Zhengyan Ye

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

to add to the repertoire of the study strategies they plan to use, but that they aresomewhat indiscriminate about what they plan to add, whereas those who did as expected or didbetter seem to focus their intended strategies on ‘close to course content’ strategies.Based on these findings, we are creating a peer-to-peer web based intervention for fall 2025. ECEstudents will be coached through naming the coping strategies they have used, and they willrecord a brief 2-5 minute testimonial for current students to watch and learn about effectivelycoping with perceived failure and perceived success. Participating fall 2025 students will write abrief reflection on each video they watch. Extent of engagement with videos will be used topredict

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Self-Efficacy & Mindset

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida; Idalis Villanueva Alarcón, University of Florida; Jeremy A. Magruder Waisome, University of Florida

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

, and independent practice were deemed helpful, they had not yetfully developed their skills. The earlier results were more generalized regarding skilldevelopment and did not specify how each activity contributed to learning. In the follow-up survey, the answers were more detailed, clearly articulating the formsassignments on isometric and orthographic views led to greater spatial awareness. The resultsfurther support the notion that students benefited from developing problem solving skills,learning from trial-and-error and collaborative learning. Discussions with peers and workingthrough challenges were essential to building confidence and developing personally, which wasabsent in the first survey results. This suggests that having

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ERM Technical Session: Methods in Graduate Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luis Delgado Jr., Pennsylvania State University; Catherine G. P. Berdanier, The Pennsylvania State University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

human talents contribute to our profession’s social and global relevance.Catherine G. P. Berdanier, The Pennsylvania State University Catherine G.P. Berdanier is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Pennsylvania State University. She earned her B.S. in Chemistry from The University of South Dakota, her M.S. in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering and her PhD in Engineering Education from Purdue University. Her research expertise lies in characterizing graduate-level attrition, persistence, and career trajectories; engineering writing and communication; and methodological development. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Stifling Dissent: Engineering PhD

Conference Session

Faculty Development: Broad Impact

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Atota Halkiyo, Florida International University; Stephen Secules, Florida International University

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

pedagogical techniques that enhance active learning, e.g.,implementing "think-pair-share" exercises. We observed a noticeable shift from teacher-orientedpedagogy to learner-oriented one, particularly through implementing ALM—"think-pair-share,"and encouraging students to stand up and share their reflections (see photo 1), walk to the frontof the classroom and write their answers on the board (see photo 2), and move around everycorner of the classroom (see photo 3). 8 This shift in pedagogy increased the participation of all students, including students ofcolor. In photo 1, an African American male student stood up in front of his peers and

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ERM Technical Session: Methods in Graduate Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tabe Ako Abane, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Matthew Bahnson, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

doctoral studentschanging research labs during their academic programs in engineering graduate education.Recent research has demonstrated over 70% of engineering doctoral students contemplateleaving their programs without a doctoral degree [1]. Depending on the discipline, 40-60% ofengineering doctoral students actually depart due to conflicts with advisors and peers, financialor academic difficulties, and personal or family concerns [2]. Some students remain in theirdoctoral programs by changing research labs, advisors, programs, or even universities [3], [4].While changing research labs can help retain partially trained and qualified students, theassociated individual costs, programmatic barriers, and advisor conflicts complicate the

Conference Session

Programmatic Design and Resiliency Among Women Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University; Ginger Scarbrough, WERC Environmental Design Contest, New Mexico State University

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

analysis revealed that student leaders used communication, decision-making, vision, andpassion to lead their teams. In particular, there were differences between women and men leaderswhen it came to leading others; while men leaders used a relaxed and fun way to lead, womenadopted a more serious and rigorous approach in their leadership roles. Furthermore, womenleaders found it more difficult to lead their peers and still have a positive relationship with them,and continue their friendship. Overall, women leaders took advantage of their leadership role inincreasing their sense of belonging to engineering, acquiring technical skills, and expanding theirknowledge of what the engineering profession can look like. Women leaders also reportedhaving

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Innovative Pedagogy annd Student Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Francisco Coronado; Blanca Esthela Moscoso; MiguelAndres Andres Guerra P.E., Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, including educational institutions [37]. The ability tocommunicate clearly and effectively is a skill that can greatly enhance the chances of success inany field. The rise of digital communication tools has also led to changes in how language isused and adapted, highlighting the importance of teaching communication skills that helpindividuals articulate their ideas clearly and tailor their messages to specific audiences. Theseskills not only help in transmitting knowledge but also enable deeper, more beneficialinteractions between teachers, students, and peers. As social networks continue to shape the wayswe communicate, understanding how to use these tools effectively is essential for maximizingthe potential of both personal and educational

Conference Session

Supporting Teacher Practices for Inclusive and Culturally Relevant Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pamela S. Lottero-Perdue Ph.D., Towson University; Jamie Mikeska

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

writing. It was up to the PST to get her attention and begin the discussion. Discussionsranged from 5 to 9 minutes (M = 7) in duration. Zoom sessions were video recorded and we usedthe auto-transcription service from Zoom to create transcripts, which we then reviewed andcorrected, as needed. Videos and transcripts were not used for research purposes until aftergrades were submitted at the end of each semester, as per the consent process approved by theIRB and given that the instructor was also one of the two researchers of record.Data AnalysisWe used conversational analysis of the 18 discussion transcripts [25], coding each PST turn inthe discussions. By turn, we mean the utterance (i.e., uninterrupted talk) by the PST that ispreceded and/or

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 3.E

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ella Kokinda, Clemson University; D. Matthew Boyer, Clemson University; Paige Rodeghero, Clemson University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

that enable participation from diverse andunderrepresented learners [10, 11]. Structural barriers to computing education include access,lack of engaging content, and shortage of role models and peer networking [11, 12, 13, 14, 15].Outside of structural barriers, social and societal barriers like misconceptions and perceptions ofthe field of computing, and stereotypes of the practitioners and working environments withincomputing [11, 16, 17, 18].Prior work has shown that formal engineering and science curricula alone cannot begin to closethe gaps and barriers seen in computing education [19]. In addition, learning outside of the formalclass has been shown to benefit those who are underrepresented in STEM [20]. Knowing this,there have been many

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 4.D

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leslie Bondaryk, The Concord Consortium; Aaron Kyle, Duke University; Ido Davidesco, University of Connecticut; Chad Dorsey; Bianca Montrosse-Moorhead, University of Connecticut

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

, University of ConnecticutChad DorseyBianca Montrosse-Moorhead, University of Connecticut Bianca Montrosse-Moorhead, Ph.D., is a Professor of Research Methods, Measurement, and Evaluation at the University of Connecticut, where she also directs the Partnership for Evaluation and Educational Research (PEER) lab. As Co-Editor-in-Chief of New Directions for Evaluation and internationally recognized evaluation scholar, Bianca has dedicated her career to bridging the space between evaluation theory, research, and practice. Her scholarship encompasses a broad spectrum of contributions, from evaluating various educational and social programs using diverse methodologies to enhancing the professional training of evaluators

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ECE-Career Development and Program Structures

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gregory Theodore Ling, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Jackson Hafele, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Nicholas D. Fila, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Henry Duwe, Iowa State University of Science and Technology

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

experience to develop the specific tooling infrastructure setup andmethodology described in this paper. As part of their fabrication runs, Efabless also provides awrapper template that includes a RISC-V microcontroller with an exposed memory bus,general-purpose input/output (GPIO) pin interface, and a core management area to interact withthe user’s design. This template allowed the senior design projects to begin writing design codequickly without worrying about the specifics of the fabrication technology node or becomingoverwhelmed by the complex tooling abstracted by the template project.Efabless ChipIgnite ShuttlesAs useful as the OpenMPW fabrication was to starting ChipForge, Efabless has not providedOpenMPW shuttle submissions since MPW-8 in

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Technical Session 6: Learning by Doing - Contextual and Community-Based Engineering

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Juan David Ortega Álvarez, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

batteries.After the in-class activity, teams are tasked with writing a report and creating a presentation thathighlights the contributions of four engineering disciplines to the creation of the object theydisassembled. Prompts guiding this analysis typically include revisiting the function or purposeof the various parts and describing a design choice informed by the expertise of each discipline.The hands-on nature of this activity makes it highly engaging, particularly when student teamshave multiple products to take apart and can choose one for their assignment. However, thelimited variety of items brought to class often leads to certain disciplines being consistentlyselected, which reduces the representation of the full diversity of engineering majors

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Computers in Education Division (COED) Track 2.A

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Trini Sofia Balart, Texas A&M University; Sidney Katherine Uy Tesy, Texas A&M University; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

andpedagogical issues that are present in using GenAI are dataset bias, generalization of largedatasets, explainability and potential trouble interpreting complex AI model decisions, andfactual accuracy in generative content that is not always accurate or reliable [2]. Engineering education faces specific AI-related challenges. In a study by Heimdal [18],engineering students who integrated AI into coursework reported improvements in taskefficiency and knowledge acquisition. However, concerns arose regarding the potential deskillingof students, particularly in manual problem-solving and creative writing abilities. Students alsoidentified risks associated with overtrusting AI-generated information, highlighting the need forAI literacy training in

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD) Technical Session 1

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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BURCU OZDEN, Pennsylvania State University; Sabahattin Gokhan Ozden, Penn State Abington

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Engineering Design Graphics Division (EDGD)

ofstudents created isometric shapes with snap cubes. Each partner drew the correspondingorthographic projection, fostering teamwork and spatial reasoning with immediate peer feedback.After Lesson 7, the final activity involved wooden geometric shapes (Figure 2b). Studentscombined pieces into composite structures, specified a rotation axis and angle, and their partnersvisualized and executed the transformation. This exercise deepened their understanding of spatialtransformations and rotations.These ungraded activities provided iterative learning opportunities, with feedback from peers andthe instructor, preparing students for more advanced assignments and projects later in the course. 4.5 Mini Design Project: Puzzle CubeThe mini-design project

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Innovative Approaches to Biomedical Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Katherine Zobus, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Caroline Cvetkovic, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Diversity

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

byhaving the students practice reading DNA sequences or performing a short demonstration ofmodel construction. Having students write the complementary sequence to the given sequenceprior to building the model could also rectify this problem. Nevertheless, one student stated thatafter the hands-on activity, “I understood [DNA] much better” (Table 3).As recognized from the students’ workshop preference responses, the Presenting Research:Bioengineering Research Today was difficult for students. Although they enjoyed learning aboutthe cloning of Dolly the Sheep and the breakthrough of AlphaFold, the activity afterward provedchallenging. This workshop was completed in groups where each student followed a documenton a laptop with an accompanying

Conference Session

Faculty Development and Change

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephanie Adams, Oregon State University; Shane A. Brown P.E., Oregon State University; Jeff Knowles, Oregon State University; Prateek Shekhar, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Maya Menon, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

mentorship insupporting EBIP adoption. Theoretical saturation was achieved when no new themes or insightsemerged from the data.Rigor and trustworthiness were supported through reflexive memo-writing, peer debriefing, andthe use of constant comparative analysis to enhance credibility [25]. Team members who werefamiliar with the project but not involved in the interviews or analysis reviewed the findings toprovide an addition check on accuracy and validity [27]. Ethical considerations includedobtaining informed consent, protecting participant confidentiality, and ensuring secure datastorage [28]. These measures upheld ethical integrity and strengthened the dependability of thestudy.By employing constructivist GT, this study provided a nuanced

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ERM Technical Session: Quantitative Instrument Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Trevion S Henderson, Tufts University; Avis Carrero, Tufts University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

professional practice [1].Indeed, team-based, project-based learning experiences are thought to support myriad social,technical, and sociotechnical learning outcomes for engineering students, such as learning tothink and communicate in the languages of engineering, technical writing and communication,prototyping and fabrication, and so on [1]–[3]. However, existing research has indicated that thebenefits of participating in team-based, project-based learning experiences are not always sharedby all students, and sociodemographic characteristics, such as race/ethnicity, sex/gender,socioeconomic status, and international student status, can inform the socioacademic dynamicsby which students come to participate (in)equitably in engineering teamwork.The