relationship between mathematics self-efficacy and achievement for Blackstudents [9]. Together, these studies point to a puzzling relationship between self-efficacy,choice goals, performance, and other core features of SCCT. The present research context is the Baltimore Online Algebra for Students in Technology(BOAST) program funded by the National Science Foundation (Grant No. DRL-2005790). Thealgebra-for-engineering program expands math learning time, opportunities to develop masteryand confidence in algebra, and exposure to engineering careers through a hybrid curriculum, rolemodel videos, and field trips. A quasi-experimental mixed methods study of urban, mostly Blackhigh school students in BOAST (n = 89) revealed significant effects on
Paper ID #47891Academic Service Projects Best Suited to Scrum: A Service Committee CaseStudyLynn Vonderhaar, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Lynn Vonderhaar is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, FL, USA. Lynn is conducting research with her peers on the use of Scrum to manage departmental committee projects.Alexandra Davidoff, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Alexandra Davidoff is a Master’s student in Software Engineering at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Alexandra’s research explores the
screening approach to identify small molecules that inhibit biofilm growth, a key virulence trait in C. albicans. This strategy allows the discovery of compounds with novel molecular structures and mechanisms of action, expanding the scope for antifungal drug development. His current research program includes screening compound libraries, elucidating mechanisms of action through molecular assays, and evaluating efficacy in both in vitro and in vivo infection models.Dr. Okan Caglayan, University of the Incarnate Word Okan Caglayan is an associate professor in the Department of Engineering at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW). He received his Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at
Florida International University. He has professional experience in Information Technology, Semiconductors, and Telecommunications in international companies such as Ecopetrol, Texas Instruments, and Ericsson. His research interests focus on inclusive STEM learning and teaching methodologies for students with physical disabilities.Mr. Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Florida International University Joseph Sturgess is a Ph.D. student in the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education majoring in Engineering Education at Florida International University, where he also serves as a graduate research assistant contributing to various projects supporting post-traditional students and transfer students. His
Paper ID #47978Collaborative Learning in Engineering: Analyzing the Effects of Group Formationon Student OutcomesMajor Brett Ryan Krueger, United States Military Academy MAJ Brett Krueger, Instructor of Environmental Engineering, USMA; brett.krueger@westpoint.edu MAJ Krueger is an Infantry Officer and Instructor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Engineering at West Point. Brett currently teaches courses in Environmental Engineering Technologies as well as Environmental Engineering in Developing Communities. He holds an MS in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Stanford University and a BS from the
Paper ID #46408Finding the Inner Researcher and Leader through an Engineering MentoredResearch Program at an HSIHilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre, New Mexico State University Hilda Cecilia Contreras Aguirre received an Ed.D. degree in Higher Education Leadership from Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (TAMU-CC), and an M.Sc. from the University of Technology of Compi`egne, France. She is now a researcher at New Mexico State University (NMSU). She focuses her research on qualitative studies addressing minority and underrepresented student college persistence, such as Latinas’ performance in STEM, mentoring, and
-institutions, graduate with an engineering baccalaureate degree,attend graduate school, and enter the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematicsworkforce. To remedy this situation at one four-year institution, the current project developed aNSF-funded scholarship program to specifically help academically talented low-income studentsfrom diverse backgrounds to successfully transfer to and persist in the engineering program andgraduate with an engineering baccalaureate degree. This program targets a population of oftenhistorically minoritized students who have the ambition to pursue engineering degrees, but oftenlack the resources or exposure to engineering opportunities. One of the aims of the program is toimprove the retention of transfer
Paper ID #49010WIP: Student Mentors and the Engineering Design Process Experience forFirst Year StudentsProf. Megann P Hedgecock, Pennsylvania State University Megann P. Hedgecock is a lecturer in Engineering at Penn State Brandywine in Media, Pennsylvania. She has a B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Lehigh University and an M.S. in Structural Engineering from Cornell University. She has more than twenty years of experience in the engineering and education industries. She teaches courses in engineering fundamentals, engineering mechanics, and computer science. Megann has research interests in mentoring
technological advancements, driving innovative research, and ensuring thatacademic programs remain aligned with industry demands [6].The field of biological engineering has the potential to make a significant global impact, yet itremains less widely recognized compared to more traditional engineering disciplines. Itsrelevance is steadily increasing as it addresses pressing global challenges related to renewableenergy which is driving innovation and economic growth [7]. Students who have a balance oftechnical skills as well as professional skills (e.g., problem solving, strong communication,teamwork and interpersonal skills) are often better equipped to navigate the competitive joblandscape and find fulfilling roles after graduation [8].One of the key
Paper ID #47674Work In Progress: Torque, Engineering Students, and the Conceptual Shiftfrom External to Internal ForcesMr. Joseph Patrick Coughlin, University of Colorado Denver J. Patrick Coughlin is a doctoral student at the University of Colorado Denver working on Engineering and Engineering Education topics. Patrick taught for nine years in a technology university as an adjunct teacher with interest in early student course work and how students adjust between classes. He is a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Colorado.Dr. Heather Lynn Johnson Heather Lynn Johnson is a mathematics educator who
room for improvement.There is also a projected significant drop in college-aged students beginning around 2033 whichis expected to disproportionately affect Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) fields. This decline stems from demographic shifts, particularly a decline in birth ratesfollowing the 2008 financial crisis, leading to fewer high school graduates and intensifiedcompetition among colleges for a shrinking applicant pool. This is following a 15% decline inhigher education enrollment between 2010 and 2021 [2]. STEM disciplines, already challengedby high attrition rates and barriers to entry such as rigorous prerequisites and perceived difficulty,may face even steeper declines in enrollment. This trend threatens to
developed in pre-collegehomeschoolers when they participate in an integrated STEM learning experience?Conceptual FrameworkIntegrated STEM EducationThe NASEM emphasizes that “a single discipline will not best prepare graduates for thechallenges and opportunities presented by work, life, and citizenship” [11, p. viii]. Therefore, anintegrated STEM education approach has facilitated a shift toward a more interdisciplinaryteaching perspective [12]. Integrated STEM encompasses more than the separate instruction ofthe disciplines of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics; its purpose is to enableall students to “learn to apply basic content and practices of the STEM disciplines to situationsthey encounter in life” [13, p. 5]. This approach
Paper ID #45730Celebrating the Skeptics: Funds of Knowledge as a Critique of EngineeringEpistemologiesDr. Jessica Mary Smith, Colorado School of Mines Jessica M. Smith is Professor in the Engineering, Design and Society Department at the Colorado School of Mines.Dr. Juan C. Lucena, Colorado School of Mines Juan Lucena is Professor and Director of Humanitarian Engineering Undergraduate Programs at the Colorado School of Mines (CSM). Juan obtained a Ph.D. in Science and Technology Studies (STS) from Virginia Tech and a MS in STS and BS in Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering froDr. Junko Munakata Marr, Colorado School of
-Based Framework for Introduction to EngineeringAbstract This paper is considered complete evidence-based practice. In Fall 2023, Robert MorrisUniversity piloted seven different semester-long projects in one section of an Introduction toEngineering course. Students were assigned in groups of four and given specific roles andresponsibilities. The projects were designed to complement the curriculum of the class and alloweach group to meet learning outcomes through an exploration and application of technology tosolve engineering problems. The projects were created with a framework that would allow otherfaculty who teach the course to select any number of the projects to offer (based on resourcesavailable and instructor
’s with Alan Turing and the “Turing Test”,officially coined as “Artificial Intelligence” by John McCarthy in 1956 (19). AI is a generalterm for technology that “enables computers and machines to stimulate human learning,comprehension, problem solving, decision making, creativity and autonomy” (19). Under theumbrella of AI are multiple AI-based tools (AI-T) that can assist in the engineering designprocess.The first of these is Machine Learning (ML). According to Radhika Jajkumar, “ML refers to theprocess of training a set of algorithms on large amounts of data to recognize patterns, whichhelps make predictions and decisions” (20). There are three categories that ML is divided into:supervised learning, unsupervised learning, and reinforced
valuable experience and confidence that may positively influence theirfuture success as engineers.INTRODUCTIONThe scientific community has increasingly prioritized efforts to diversify Science, Technology,Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, driving investigations into strategies to promoteequity. Despite minor progress, studies have consistently reported a significantunderrepresentation of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities in engineering,particularly among individuals earning graduate degrees [1, 2]. This disparity has been attributedto a perceived lack of connection to the engineering community and limited access to researchopportunities, both of which contribute to feelings of isolation [3]. Students experiencing
electrochemical, optical, and MEMS devices. A champion of diversity and equity in engineering education, Dr. Yung has designed innovative curricula that integrate project-based learning, hands-on activities, and peer collaboration. He is a strong advocate for incorporating disability perspectives in biomedical engineering, aiming to train a generation of engineers who are equipped to tackle accessibility challenges in healthcare technology. Dr. Yung’s commitment to STEM outreach is evidenced by his extensive work with underrepresented K-12 students in Central New York. Through various programs, including those at La Casita Cultural Center and local schools, he has fostered a love for science and engineering in young minds
generative artificial intelligence that excel atgenerating natural language responses to user queries/demands. LLMs have seen an explosion ofboth interest and applications in recent years. From writing fictional works to synthesizingfunctional code, LLMs have demonstrated versatility and effectiveness in written language-basedtasks [1, 2]. We are currently at a crossroads of sorts, akin to the release and popularization ofsearch engines, where we do not know the limits of this technology, but we believe it has greatpotential [3, 4, 5]. Students have begun to take advantage of this technology [6], with manyturning to popular LLMs if they are stuck on a homework problem or have a class-relatedquestion. Also, there has been interest in integrating LLM
Paper ID #46560BOARD # 360: EDU Core—Engineering Systems Change for Equity: AFocus on Change ProcessesSandra Laursen, University of Colorado Boulder Sandra Laursen is senior research associate and director of Ethnography & Evaluation Research (E&ER), where she leads research and evaluation studies focusing on education and career paths in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. She has studied ADVANCE projects for 25 years as an evaluator and researcher, and has published articles, books and online resources on strategies for institutional change to advance equity and inclusion for faculty
., & Wolters, C. A. (2022). “This weird time we’re in”: How a sudden change to remote education impacted college students’ self-regulated learning. Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 54(S1), S203–S218. https://doi.org/10.1080/15391523.2021.1916414John W. Creswell. (2013). Qualitative Inquiry And Research Design_ Choosing Among Five Approaches- SAGE Publications.Leshner, A., & Scherer, L. (2018). Graduate STEM Education for the 21st Century (A. Leshner & L. Scherer, Eds.). National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/25038Lewis, R., Fletcher, T., & Paul, A. (2023). Facing a Double Pandemic: Viewpoints of African American Engineering Students During COVID-19 and Racial Unrest in the United
pick them up over their educational and industry experiences. In herbook The Hard Truth About Soft Skills: Workplace Lessons Smart People Wish They’d LearnedSooner, Klaus (2009) states how professionals with advanced degrees in engineering and otherfields such as law or medicine find professional skills to be the most difficult to acquire in theworkforce. The blending of scientific and technological abilities, along with internationalcompetitiveness, is growing the need for more skills outside the core learning objectives to reacha mastery level. An employee’s capability to improvise and adapt to new conditions is seen as anadvantage in a rapidly changing work environment. With industry standards quickly evolving, ifan employee cannot adapt
also seeks to address key challenges in infrastructure sustainability while promoting long-term resilience in construction.Michael Oluwafemi Ige, Morgan State University Michael Ige is a Graduate Research Assistant in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Morgan State University, Maryland, where he is pursuing his M.Sc. in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a concentration in Construction Management and Transportation Engineering. He earned his B.Tech. in Building Structure from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. Michael has extensive professional experience managing large-scale heavy construction and fac¸ade projects, including high-rise and industrial developments across
Mines Brianna is the Teaching and Learning librarian at the Colorado School of Mines. She collaborates with faculty to design and implement information literacy throughout the curriculum. Prior to her work at the School of Mines, she was the Engineering and Computer Science Librarian at the US Naval Academy and a contract Reference Librarian assigned to the National Defense University. She earned her MLIS at the University of Denver in 2011 and is currently pursuing a PhD in Information Science at the University at Buffalo.Adeline Greene, Colorado School of Mines ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Enabling Successful Transitions to Higher Education for Students with
Paper ID #48549BOARD # 40: A Comparison of Three Teaching Methods in Junior ChemicalEngineering Required CoursesDr. Laura P Ford, The University of Tulsa Laura P. Ford is an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Tulsa. She teaches engineering science thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, separations/mass transfer, process control, and chemical engineering senior labs. She is an advisor for TU’s student chapter of Engineers Without Borders - USA.Dr. Hema Ramsurn, The University of Tulsa Hema Ramsurn is the A. Buthod Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Tulsa. Her
. The future goals include scaling the swarm to aerial and space vehicles, creating scientific collaboration projects and providing STEM outreach to new generation of engineering students. My personal goal is to apply systems engineering principles to space applications and space debris removal.Bryan Watson, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Bryan Watson, PE earned his Ph.D. at the Georgia Institute of Technology and his B.S. in Systems Engineering at the United States Naval Academy in 2009. After graduating, Bryan joined the nuclear Navy, serving as a submarine officer onboard the U.S.S Louisville and at the Naval Prototype Training Unit from 2009-2017. Significant milestones include earning the
in team-based engineering courses, and her research focuses on equity in communication and collaboration as well as in group design decision making (judgment) under uncertainty. She is especially interested in how power relationships and rhetorical strategies affect group judgment in engineering design; one goal of this work is to to understand factors that inhibit full participation of students who identify with historically marginalized groups and investigate evidence-based strategies for mitigating these inequities. In addition, she is interested in technology and how specific affordances can change the ways we collaborate, learn, read, and write. Teaching engineering communication allows her to apply this work
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Paper ID #46056BOARD # 187: Transforming Engineering Education: Evaluating the Impactof Integrated, System-Based Learning Studios on Student Engagement andLearning OutcomesMohammed A. Alrizqi, Cornell University Mohammed is a PhD Candidate in Mechanical Engineering at Cornell University.Dr. Allison Godwin, Cornell University Allison Godwin, Ph.D. is the Dr. G. Stephen Irwin ’67, ’68 Professor in Engineering Education Research (Associate Professor) in the Robert Frederick Smith School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Cornell University. She is also the Associate Director of the Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology
from Texas Christian University.Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University Julian is a graduate research assistant at Florida International University. He holds a BSc in Electronics Engineering from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana in Colombia and a MSc in Electrical and Computer Engineering from The University of Arizona. He is pursuing his PhD degree in Engineering and Computing Education at Florida International University. He has professional experience in Information Technology, Semiconductors, and Telecommunications in international companies such as Ecopetrol, Texas Instruments, and Ericsson. His research interests focus on inclusive STEM learning and teaching methodologies for students
Paper ID #48732BOARD # 365: Empowering Junior Faculty and Students within an EngineeringDepartment using an Agile ApproachMassood Towhidnejad, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Massood Towhidnejad is Professor of Software Engineering and Chair of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. His research is in the area of Software Engineering, and Quality Assurance.Sarah A Reynolds, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Sarah is a Ph.D. student in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, with a