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Harnessing AI and Collaborative Platforms to Personalize and Innovate K-12 STEM Curriculum

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julie M. Smith, Institute for Advancing Computing Education; Monica McGill, Institute for Advanced Engineering; Jacob Koressel; Bryan Twarek

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

asking them togenerate a high-level description of learning activities that met standards for both disciplines.Four humans rated the LLM output – using an aggregate rating approach – in terms of (1) whetherit met the CS learning standard, (2) whether it met the language arts learning standard, (3)whether it was equitable, and (4) its overall quality.Results: For Claude AI, 52% of the activities met language arts standards, 64% met CS standards,and the average quality rating was middling. For ChatGPT, 75% of the activities met languagearts standards, 63% met CS standards, and the average quality rating was low. Virtually allactivities from both LLMs were rated as neither actively promoting nor inhibiting equitableinstruction.Discussion: Our

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Design Cognition and Self-Perception in Design

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Caleb Z. Smith, Florida Polytechnic University; Elisabeth Kames Ph.D., Florida Polytechnic University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

work has realized the impact of industry-sponsored projects on the students' self-efficacy,in which students on industry-sponsored teams showed larger increases in self-efficacy comparedto university-sponsored [1]. This work aims to closely examine students' self-efficacy by utilizingthe EDSE survey to understand trends amongst cohorts, and understand influencing factors forsuccess.1.1. Capstone Design Capstone Design is a course that students commonly take during their final year ofundergraduate studies in engineering disciplines. This course is typically structured to bridge theworld of education and real-world application [2]. Overall, this course serves as the culminatingexperience for students at the end of their college career

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Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Md Fashiar Rahman, University of Texas at El Paso; Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso; Richard Y Chiou, Drexel University; Jakia Sultana, University of Texas at El Paso; S M Atikur Rahman, University of Texas at El Paso; Selim Molla, University of Texas at El Paso

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for Industrial Applications. Previously, he had Job experience in the field of Sourcing & Procurement, Production, and Supply chain in different companies in Bangladesh for more than seven years. His GitHub account is https://github.com/Atik1219. and email is atik.kuet.09@gmail.com.Selim Molla, University of Texas at El Paso ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Development of Digital Laboratory Modules Using Computer Simulation for Enhanced Learning Experience in Manufacturing Education 1 AbstractThe complexity of modern manufacturing

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Laura P Ford, The University of Tulsa; Hema Ramsurn, The University of Tulsa; Javen Scott Weston, The University of Tulsa

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

solved a graded activity. • Reactor Design was taught with video lectures before class, and class time was used for instructor-led example problems along with occasional, multiple-choice conceptual questions. • Process Control was taught with video lectures before class, and the professor worked an example in class before the students worked a graded problem in groups during class.All three courses had traditional homework, exams, and design projects. We surveyed the entireSpring 2024 class of 17 students in Fall 2024 to assess two items: 1) the student preferences forthe various teaching methods, and 2) the differences between faculty intentions and studentperceptions regarding the teaching methods used in each class

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Undergraduate College Industry Partnerships

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bridget Ogwezi, ANSYS, Inc.; Kaitlin Tyler, ANSYS, Inc.

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

performance andengaging in field-related extracurricular activities influencing the final metric. One detail thatis often cited as a key factor is post-graduation or career success[1], [2]. But research lookinginto the preparedness of early post-grads has raised some concerns, with the Institute ofEngineering and Technology reporting that up to half of engineering students graduatewithout enough of the technical or interpersonal skills required by potential employers[3].This leaves three groups in a tough situation: companies looking to hire who need to quicklyupskill new employees[4], Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) who have to rapidly adjustcurriculums to meet the ever changing demands[5], and, most importantly, new graduateswho must take on

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 3

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kwansun Cho, University of Florida; Umer Farooq, Texas A&M University; Minje Bang, Texas A&M University; Saira Anwar, Texas A&M University

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

outcomes.Among various methods for conveying this material, recorded videos by instructors are often apreferred resource for students. However, not all videos can be designed similarly; some areintended for topic descriptions, while others instruct techniques using practical examples. Giventhe crucial role these videos play in student learning and outcomes, it is important to understandstudents' perceptions of the benefits of video materials in a flipped classroom setting.In this paper, we present a case study of a flipped programming course where students wereintroduced to two types of videos: 1) concept videos in which the instructor explainsprogramming concepts and 2) coding videos that feature the instructor demonstrating theseconcepts through live

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 5

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mitra Varun Anand, Worcester Polytechnic Institute; Ahmet Can Sabuncu, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

and engineering, thermo-fluids engineering, and microfluidic technology. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Assessing the Impact of Makerspace Workshops on Breaking Academic SilosThrough Cross-Disciplinary CollaborationI. IntroductionAs the world confronts increasingly complex global challenges from climate change and publichealth crises to rapid technological advancements, academic institutions worldwide arerecognizing that preparing future engineers requires more than traditional, siloed curricula [1],[2]. Contemporary engineers must possess an expanded skill set that combines deep technicalexpertise with strong communication, ethical reasoning, and collaboration skills, enabling themto address

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 4

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jason M. Keith, Iowa State University of Science and Technology; Amin Amirlatifi, Mississippi State University; Sudip Mittal, Mississippi State University; Subash Neupane, Mississippi State University; HIMANSHU TRIPATHI, Mississippi State University

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

for the professor or teaching assistant to be able torespond to in a timely manner.One of the initial uses of AI for supporting teaching expanded the use of the Piazza Q&Aplatform by Georgia Tech [1] (named Jill Watson) and then Stanford University [2]. In this latterwork an AI tool was trained to address student inquiries in a core computer science course using1500 questions and answers archived from Piazza. The questions were categorized as beingrelated to a course policy, related to homework or some other assignment, or about a conceptualquestion. The results showed that the bot did very well at answering policy questions, faredrelatively well on assignment questions, but struggled with addressing conceptual queries, eventhough a

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ERM Technical Session: Quantitative Instrument Development

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Harly Ramsey, University of Southern California

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

known for many years [1], [2], [3]. This gap has persisteddespite pedagogical and curricular changes, such as PBL, CDIO, capstone courses, and thebroader integration of professional skills into engineering education [4], [5], [6] [7], [8].Additionally, research documents the dissatisfaction of many early career engineers with theircareers [1], [9], [10], and their frustrations mirror those of their employers: they did notanticipate the integrated nature of professional skills in modern engineering work. Much of thisdissatisfaction, then, can be attributed to not just a “readiness gap” but also to an “expectationgap,” meaning that many engineering students have an unclear or mistaken vision of their futurework [1], [9], [11], [12]. Despite the

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Leveraging AI and Computational Tools for Enhanced Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carlo Bato Galicia, Cebu Institute of Technology - University

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

learners, canfoster a more personalized learning experience. A key aspect of this is targetedfeedback, which plays a vital role in student development. This study presents astrategy that enables instructors in chemical engineering courses to create bespokeproblem sets and solutions tailored for their students. Ethical AI use and intellectualproperty contributions are discussed extensively in the text. The issues consideredwere (1) bias in AI-generated problem statements; (2) academic integrity andplagiarism; (3) data privacy and student information; (4) openness and explanation;(5) intellectual property and copyright; and most importantly, (6) the general frameworkfor ethical use of AI in engineering education.This approach leverages Python

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Construction Engineering Division: AI & Automation

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anh D. Chau P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Cade M. Cratsley, Florida Gulf Coast University; Long Duy Nguyen P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

-chatbot),offer a scalable model for integrating emerging technologies into CEM curricula. These findingshighlight the potential of structured AI education in preparing future construction professionalsfor a technology-driven industry.IntroductionThe construction industry is experiencing a rapid digital transformation, with AI emerging as apivotal technology for enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and decision-making processes [1]. As theindustry evolves, there is a growing need to prepare future construction professionals with theskills necessary to leverage AI technologies effectively. While AI adoption in constructioncontinues to accelerate, there remains a significant gap in CEM education regarding practical,hands-on experience with AI

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 4: Sociotechnical Integration

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeffrey John Hatala, West Texas A&M University; Celeste Arden Riley, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; James K. Nelson Jr. P.E., Texas A&M University System RELLIS Campus; Andrew Steven Crawford, Tarleton State University; Victoria June Vinzant, Texas A&M University - Kingsville; London Knight, West Texas A&M University

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, and from psychology. The overarching goal of the course was to develop aninterdisciplinary understanding of the necessary balance between the needs of society andengineering design. It explicitly addresses four societal impact outcomes in ABET Criterion 3:public health and safety impacts of design, ethical decision-making, collaborative productivity,and effective communication with diverse audiences [1]. This course is supportive of theEngineering One Planet (EOP) program of the American Society for Engineering Education(ASEE) [2]. In addition, the importance of making design decisions in economic, environmental,and societal contexts is emphasized from the perspectives of engineering and physical andmental health.IntroductionA new technical

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Preparing Future Chemical Engineers

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Heather Walker, University of Arkansas; Seyram Wisdom Kwame, University of Arkansas; Jay McAllister, University of Arkansas; Edgar C Clausen, University of Arkansas

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

3.9 million in 2025 andfall to 3.5 million by 2037 due to declining birth rates [1]. Perhaps more importantly, fewer highschool students are choosing to attend college, with the rate of college-bound high schoolgraduates falling from 70% in 2016 to 61.4% in 2023, the lowest level in three decades [2].While overall retention and graduation rates are important, a deeper dive into the factorsaffecting graduation and retention is important if colleges and universities are to help studentswho are retained and graduate at lower rates than their peers. Many factors have been examinedfor their effects on retention and graduation rates including gender, ethnicity, high schoolpreparation, performance in engineering preparatory classes, especially math

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD) Work-in-Progress 5: Academic Support, Retention, and Success Strategies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Roni Barak Ventura, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Lucie Tchouassi, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Jaskirat Sodhi, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Yusuf Ozkan, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Ashish D Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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First-Year Programs Division (FPD)

high schools increasingly integrate engineering into their curricula [1], introductoryengineering courses are often where students first become acquainted with the foundationalprinciples of engineering. As such, these courses aim to shape students’ initial impression ofengineering and excite them about it [2], [3]. Beyond exposing students to engineering,introductory engineering courses are typically structured to establish an academic environment,develop critical study skills, instill the engineering culture, and promote camaraderie among peerstoward success in subsequent coursework [4], [5], [6], [7].Introductory engineering courses have been demonstrated to boost students’ retention rates withintheir academic track [8], yet attrition

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 7: Interdisciplinarity

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Munirah Almutairi, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Tamecia R. Jones, North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

engagement [1]. Yet,civic education is increasingly enhanced through the integration of technology and design-thinking methodologies, fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Project RISEconsiders civic education the process of enabling students to have civic knowledge, civic skills,and civic dispositions and actions [2]. Civics education, within the context of Project RISE, is theactive, informed, and justice-oriented participation of individuals in their communities anddemocratic institutions. It encompasses the development of civic knowledge, skills, anddispositions that enable individuals to critically analyze societal challenges, collaborate acrossdisciplines, and employ problem-solving frameworks—such as engineering design thinking

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES) Technical Session 8: Communication and Liberal Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shazib Z Vijlee, University of Portland; Stephanie Anne Salomone, University of Portland; Andrew Guest, University of Portland

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division (LEES)

, we performed a systematic, mixed-methods analysis offirst-year engineering students’ perceptions of their curiosity before and after their first-yearintroduction to college and the value of the University of Portland’s liberal arts core curriculum.Through surveys that allowed for both quantitative and qualitative analysis, along with case studyinterviews, we explore engineering students’ interests, what experiences they found engaging, andhow their first semester of college may have impacted the breadth of their intellectual curiosity.Ultimately, we hope to use these insights to help engineering students see themselves as wholehumans with lifelong aspirations of curiosity.MotivationOne way to frame our effort is to start with Detweiler’s [1

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD) Technical Session 10

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fatemah Shehab, The Ohio State University

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Engineering Technology Division (ETD)

1IntroductionObservations in engineering education (EE) play a fundamental role in assessing teaching ped-agogies, student engagement and effectiveness of learning environments. Protocols, such as theClassroom Observation Protocol for Undergraduate STEM (COPUS), are widely employed to cate-gorize classroom activities systematically, document interactions between instructors and students,and evaluate the adoption of evidence-based teaching methods [1]. These tools enable educatorsand researchers to analyze behaviors and instructional strategies, providing valuable insights intoclassroom dynamics.In active learning environments, which emphasize student engagement through hands-on andcollaborative tasks, observational protocols serve to measure participation in group

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ERM Technical Session: A Focus on Faculty Experiences & Perceptions

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ibukunoluwa Eunice Salami, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Kasey Moomau, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Tareq Daher, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Jessica Deters, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Yusong Li, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Ursula Nguyen, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lance C. Pérez, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Logan Andrew Perry, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Markeya Peteranetz, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Trish Wonch Hill, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

studyingengineering culture, which is shaped by traditionally masculine values, norms, and assumptions[1], [2], [3]. These values, norms, and assumptions contribute to conditions, including negativeinterpersonal relationships, favoritism toward majority students, and subtle and overt denigrationof skills, that result in a phenomenon known as a “chilly climate” [4], [5], [6] This chilly climatehas been shown to negatively impact women and students from underrepresented groups,resulting in experiences of isolation and self-doubt [6] Ultimately, the chilly climate has beenlinked to lower rates of retention and persistence among women and students fromunderrepresented groups [6]. Experiencing an unwelcoming or “chilly” environment duringundergraduate studies has

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Farzam S. Maleki P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology ; Hariharan Naganathan, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, How, When? Wentworth Institute of TechnologyAbstractAs the construction industry increasingly adopts advanced sensing and mapping technologies,such as GPS, LiDAR, and 3D scanning, there is a growing imperative to integrate these toolsinto undergraduate Construction Management curricula. This study explores three key questions:(1) What are the justifications for incorporating these technologies? (2) What are the mosteffective methods for teaching them through experiential and virtual learning approaches? and(3) At what stage in undergraduate education is it optimal to introduce these technologies?A survey conducted among 121 undergraduate students enrolled in Estimating and Plan Readingcourses and insights gathered

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica Swenson, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Mary McVee; Duncan H Mullins, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

results from our National Science Foundation (NSF) grantentitled Elementary Teacher Professional Learning in Equitable Engineering Pedagogies forMultilingual Students. This project works with third grade teachers of emerging multilingualstudents to integrate translanguaging practices into their classrooms as well as engineeringlessons. Preliminary results of our teachers' learning and growth as teachers of engineering canbe found in other papers [1], [2], [3]; this paper focuses on a major goal of our project, asustained professional learning experience model for elementary school teachers.IntroductionThe United States has and will continue to have an increase of English language learners, oremerging multilingual students, in elementary school

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Curriculum Development and Pedagogical Innovations

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sonia Bansal, Duke University; Kat M Lazar, Duke University; Jaron Shoemaker, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Elizabeth Feeney, Duke University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

Lab- Based Biomaterials CourseIntroduction and MotivationTechnical communication focuses on conveying scientific information in a clear and conciseway. It is therefore a learning goal in high-level engineering courses as a preparatory skill for thework force. Accordingly, instructors use a myriad of communication tools such as final projects,lab reports, and poster pitches as deliverables in their courses [1]. These approaches not only testrecall, understanding, and application of course material, but also help students analyze andevaluate data and/or primary literature [2]. Indeed, ABET guidelines require that BiomedicalEngineering curricula must include “Making measurements on and interpreting data from

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED): Identity, Motivation & Belonging in Experiential Learning

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenya Crosson, University of Dayton; Elizabeth Generas, Wright State University; Leanne Petry, Central State University; Melissa Karlin, St. Mary's University; Margaret Pinnell, University of Dayton; Camryn Lanise Justice, University of Dayton

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

group had a higherpercentage of students that earned a PhD. A REU site established in 2017 with the goal of broadeningparticipation of URM groups in engineering had a target of 60% of students coming from limited research 1 [Work in Progress] Broadening Participation and Building Students’ Self-Efficacy Through Experiential Learning Undergraduate Research Experiences focused on STEM Research for Social Changeopportunity institutions, 50% coming from URM groups in engineering (based on gender, ethnicity andrace), and at least 40% first-generation students. During the first 5 years of the program, 67% ofparticipants were female, 38% were a

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sara Ellen Wilson, The University of Kansas; Emma Grob-French, The University of Kansas

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

(ABET) is “anability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create acollaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.”Teamwork skills are valued by future employers as an important skill set. However, teamwork isnot always well defined. Perusich et al [1] has defined teamwork as 1.) the ability to beinterdependent in tasks, 2.) to share responsibility for outcomes, and 3.) to work together as anintact social entity. Shuman et al [2] defined teamwork skills to include the ability to solicitinput from the team, the ability to build consensus and resolve conflicts, and leadership skills.Chowdhury and Murzi [3] defined teamwork by a set of attributes including: shared

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristin Spangler Chisholm, University of Delaware

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

, 2025Leveraging Photolithography and Integrated Circuits to Foster Electrical Engineering Identity and Values in K-12 LearnersIntroduction: The engineering field has made significant strides in promoting diversity andinclusion. However, electrical engineering (EE) continues to face notable challenges inthis area. While other engineering disciplines have seen a narrowing gender gap, womenremain significantly underrepresented in EE, with a male-to-female ratio of 8:1 [1].Despite its critical importance, EE is often overlooked in K-12 education, where STEMprograms tend to focus on mechanical engineering or general science. As a result, EEconcepts frequently remain unexplored until college [2]. This lack of early exposure,among other factors

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Long, Rice University

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Biomedical Engineering Division (BED)

Paper ID #47785BOARD # 27: Work in progress: Multiple submissions for technical writingassignments improve students’ self-efficacy and reduce anxietyDr. James Long, Rice University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work in progress: Multiple submissions for technical writing assignments improve students’ self-efficacy and reduce anxietyIntroductionThe engineering education community has long understood that one of the core engineeringskills is technical writing, as shown in several works [1], [2], [3] and highlighted in the mostrecent version of the ABET Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs [4

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Reimagining STEM Transitions: Bridging Gaps and Building Resilience in Post-Pandemic Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alexis Daniels, The Johns Hopkins University; Michael L Falk, The Johns Hopkins University; Rachel E Durham, Notre Dame of Maryland University; Alisha Nicole Sparks, The Johns Hopkins University; Allison Reigel, The Johns Hopkins University; Margo K Williams, The Johns Hopkins University; Karen Watkins-Lewis, Morgan State University; Emily J Yanisko, American University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

program implementation and identifiedaccomplishments and lessons learned by interviewing Program Leadership and key members ofthe Operations and Content Development Teams.This program was designed to be fully online; following the pandemic and responding tostudents’ needs, the curriculum evolved from fully online (i.e., online instructor with individualtake-home kits) in Year 1, to hybrid (i.e., in-person instructor weekly at school) in Years 2 and 3,to a hybrid for-credit elective class during the school day (i.e., in-person instructor twice a week,teacher of record guiding online learning three days) in Year 4. Iteratively, the curriculum wasrevised through data review, student feedback in participatory design sessions, and input

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Innovative Assessment Strategies in Design

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Duncan Davis-Hall, Colorado School of Mines; Carter Moulton, Colorado School of Mines

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

Paper ID #46248Impact of Ungrading on Student Confidence in Capstone Engineering DesignDuncan Davis-Hall, Colorado School of MinesCarter Moulton, Colorado School of Mines ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Impact of Ungrading on Student Confidence in Capstone Engineering DesignIntroductionThis study investigates the hypothesis that ungrading a capstone engineering design course willfoster student confidence. Ungrading is an emergent approach to assessment that seeks to addressthe ineffectiveness of and potential harm caused by traditional grading practices [1]. Ungradingcan

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ERM Technical Session: Equity & Accessibility in Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kaitlyn Anne Thomas, University of Nevada, Reno; Adam Kirn, University of Nevada, Reno; Kelly J Cross, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

collection that captureswomen undergraduate students’ experiences of EIJ and their conceptualizations of personalepistemology. The impact of the piloting phase on the larger study includes instrumentrefinement and skill development to collect rich data through effective narrative interviewingtechniques. Future work will leverage this instrument to generate narratives of epistemicinjustice and educate engineers on how injustice manifests and can be countered to foster betterexperiences for women.IntroductionWomen are underrepresented in engineering [1], [2]. Women’s underrepresentation perpetuatesthe male domination of the engineering field and the subsequent oppression hegemony inflicts[3], including stereotypes against women [4], [5] and gender

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NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katerina Goseva-Popstojanova, West Virginia University; Daniel Mackin Freeman, University of Washington; Robin A.M. Hensel, West Virginia University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

million job openings for cybersecurity experts [1]. And, based on the Bureauof Labor Statistics, the employment of information security analysts, which is one of manycybersecurity career pathways, is expected to grow 33% from 2023 to 2033, at a much faster ratethan the projected average growth of 4% for all occupations [2].To contribute towards addressing the enormous unmet need for cybersecurity professionals, anew B.S. in Cybersecurity degree [3] and an Area of Emphasis (AoE) in Cybersecurity [4] weredeveloped at the West Virginia University (WVU), Morgantown, WV. These programs startedenrolling students in fall 2018. The B.S. in Cybersecurity program was accredited by ABET in2022, for a period of six years. The program is also designated by

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Faculty Development Division (FDD) Poster Session

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gadhaun Aslam, University of Florida; Idalis Villanueva Alarcón, University of Florida

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

bepresented as a lightning talk.Keywords—Faculty Professional Development, Mentor, Mentee, Faculty, EngineeringIntroductionThere is a growing discourse on faculty professional development within the field of engineeringto improve pedagogical practices within engineering and to enhance students’ learning [1], [2],[3], [4]. With a major shift in technological advancements within education due to large languagemodels (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.), the focus of teaching should not only be on lecture content butalso on effective didactic approaches [5], [6]. It has been found that the classroom environmenthas a profound impact on student success and learning [7]. Additionally, there is limited literatureon transparent communication of engineering faculty with