the course.This will be a mixed-methods study that collects data over the course of three semesters fromfive different institutions: two small private universities in the Pacific northwest, two smallprivate midwestern universities, and one mid-sized private midwestern university. Studentsenrolled in the CAD courses at these universities will be asked to complete a questionnaire at thebeginning of the semester measuring their interest in learning CAD, anticipated motivation tolearn CAD, and prior exposure to CAD. A similar questionnaire will be administered at the endof the semester that will also ask them to reflect on how the course goals affected theirengagement with the course. It is anticipated that industry-based certification will lead
, and reevaluating whichassets are valued and necessary. Third, they advocated for ensuring equity in high-stakesreviews, strengthening collaborations within the university, providing direct support forunderrepresented students, and committing to cultural humility and departmental reflection ondiversity, equity, and inclusion [4]. In contrast, the scoring process has relied heavily on GREscores to determine program fit [3]. However, research over the past 25 years has examined thehistoric use of the GRE and considered potential metrics to replace it, given its correlations withrace, gender, and socioeconomic status [3, 5]. Alternatives proposed include using a compositescore that combines the GRE with factors such as undergraduate GPA, research
role demands as communicated bythe Black faculty mentor participants in the focus group. The themes generated to date only focuseson the role demands expressed and does not reflect the entirety of the group discussion. The surveyand additional analysis are still underway. However, the sub-theme findings around the main themeof mentoring role demands, was deemed important to share for this exploration.Sub-Theme 1: Modelling Awareness Role Demands This sub-theme came across from most of the participants where they shared that modellingdid not just occur professionally or technically but also personally. To role model, Black facultymentors expressed having a self-awareness of what they choose to model and the reasons for themodelling in the
learningopportunities surrounding GenAI in academics is in alignment with the researchwithin the field [1], [10], [20].LimitationsThis study was conducted at one institution following a unique in-class integrationof GenAI, limiting the generalizability of the findings. The sample size was alsosmall, but reflective of the class size. Additional studies, with increased interviewdata is needed to expand upon these findings. However, as this is one of the firststudies investigating the information search process with GenAI at theundergraduate level, the findings are relevant and can be impactful and lead tofuture research.ConclusionThis initial study revealed early findings on several points of intersection betweenthe ISP and GenAI. Key factors at play within the
both projects, we see how the students leverage engineeringpractices to show care for their community. Figure 3 shows a picture of both design prototypes.Figure 3: Fun Box and Folder HolderII. Amplifying parental voice and seeding new power dynamics at RPP mtgs From the RPP meetings, we were able to explore interactions between the students andtheir family. In one particular meeting, parents reviewed the results of the EfSC schoolcommunity survey and their child’s engineering design prototype. Families also reflected on theirexperiences collaborating as co-designer of an engineering curriculum for their middle schooler. When asked to characterize the affordances of this partnership from a parent’s point ofview, parents noted how
determine internal consistency. Detailsof the analyses are included in the sections that follow.RESULTSPost-Graduation PlansRoughly 83% (50/60) of first semester EESI students indicated intentions to enter the STEMworkforce within six months after graduation (Figure 2). Just over half of the respondents(~52%, 31/60) indicated they intended to enter a STEM master’s or doctoral program; ~43%(26/60) of first semester students indicated they planned to do both – enter the STEM workforceand a STEM graduate program.As shown in Figure 3, the data reflects that self-reported Pell Grant recipients were roughly 1.2times more likely to express the intention to enter the STEM workforce after graduation thantheir peers who did not receive Pell Grants (89%, 23
researchstudy was granted exempt status by Georgia Institute of Technology’s Institutional Review Board(IRB).The conference workshops spanned two days. On the first day, participants completed surveyquestions and engaged in discussions focused on diagnosing workforce challenges andidentifying opportunities. Topics covered included examining the current state of skills shortagesacross industry sectors, reflecting on existing strategies to cultivate the next generation of skilledworkers, evaluating their effectiveness, and discussing potential risks associated with the skillsgap, as well as identifying opportunities for improvement.The second day focused on building actionable strategies. Discussions explored the potentialconsequences of not addressing
between raters, which reflects excellent agreement [27]. The average score of thetwo raters were used for all total rubric score analysis.Once IRR is achieved, an independent sample t-test was conducted to compare the performanceof participants in Condition 1 versus those in Condition 2, based on their rubric scores.Additionally, the study assessed learning outcomes by comparing post-assessment survey resultsfor each participant, along with a comparative analysis of these outcomes between the twoparticipant groups.2.4 Ethical ConsiderationsAll participants were briefed on the study's purpose and provided with informed consent forms.Participants were also assigned a random 5-digit participant ID number to keep their personal dataconfidential. The
greatest effect on participants perceived learning andconnectedness to their cohort community and the broader organization.IntroductionBackgroundRecognizing that supervisors are instrumental in shaping organizational climate and moredirectly the employee experience, an organizational development team at a military researchinstitution committed to the design and delivery of programming that would grow oursupervisors into people focused managers [1]. Traditionally, supervisor training is focused oncompetency and skill development, both critical to success on the job, but this content is oftendelivered unidirectionally, in an asynchronous model, not allowing for group reflection,feedback, collaboration nor community building. This military research
amiliarity with the elements of safe F Yes 4 Safety sheet (SDS), determine safety conduct of engineering design work, requirements for their project, reflect on including SDS, PPE and training what an effective Culture of Safety looks like and how they might implement one for their project and team 5 D5 - P problem set with 10 questions in A
depending on time and thecourse of the conversation.)Q5: You have been asked to bring a photograph that reflects your experience on engineeringstudent teams. - What do we see here? - What is really happening here? - How does this relate to your life? - Why does this situation, concern, or strength exist? - What can we do about it?Closing questions:Are there other areas of your project teamwork experience since we last spoke that you wouldlike to discuss?ConclusionsWe believe our work has the potential to make several important contributions to the retentionand academic success of Black men in undergraduate engineering programs. First, this workwill contribute to the corpus of knowledge interrogating the experiences of Black men
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available. They reflect significantimprovement over the existing process and seem to be feasible to achieve.A SIPOC analysis was conducted to map and better understand the current scheduling process,helping to identify pain points and areas for improvement. SIPOC Suppliers Inputs Process Outputs Customers Office of Registrar available classrooms/lab rooms classroom/lab room schedule students College of Engineering courses offered available seats for registration faculty Program coordinators lecture time
data transfer between theflight system and the ground station. This will ensure reliable transmission of real-time teleme-try during ascent and descent. Additionally, we plan to integrate three supplementary payloads:(1) a 5.7k resolution 360° camera for flight documentation, (2) a SPOT Trace GPS tracker forredundancy in tracking and recovery, and (3) a venting system to regulate internal pressure andtemperature of the balloon. These components were core elements of the University’s contribu-tions to the Nationwide Eclipse Ballooning Project from 2022 to 2024 [5].Result & Discussion The preliminary findings from this research reflect not only strong technical progress toward asuccessful flight in June 2025, but also highlight the
in the summer with the facultymember that they were paired with during the spring ISR course. Students also have anopportunity to find a new faculty advisor on their own. Participants receive a $3000 stipend fromDouglass to conduct research for 10 weeks (a minimum of 200 hours of research). Funding forthe program is provided by generous university alumnae and corporate donors.As part of the program during the summer, students also: 1. Attend weekly mentor sessions with their assigned near-peer mentor 2. Complete weekly reflections based on various prompts 3. Attend virtual check-in sessions hosted by the program director and the near-peer mentors 4. Attend two program sponsored events with other university research programs 5
Sky Texture within in Blender. To explain, the computer graphics modelproposed by Wikkie and Hosek [48, 49] was adopted to simulate the sky background. To achievethe desired result, we first tuned the turbidity parameter, denoted as t, which influences theatmospheric conditions. According to [49], t = 2 yields a very clear, arctic-like sky; t = 6represents a sky on a warm moist day; and t = 10 leads to a slightly hazy day. The results of thesky background under different t values are shown in Figure 6a to c. Next, we tuned the groundalbedo parameter, denoted as g, which measures the reflective properties of the Earth's surface.Lower values of g produce a darker sky background; higher values create a brighter or whitetexture in the sky [49
reflect on the first semester’s performance, both as a team and an individual. Semester One’s assignment grades, peer review, advisor feedback, and overall grade can all be considered. Students will update their Group Contract accordingly to promote continuous improvement. • Solution Design Value – Students take the role of a consultant who will pitch their project. They will devise and present a sales brochure that promotes project clarity, risk, and financial impact. • Data Analysis/Methodology – The method of analyzing the data collected is demonstrated. The application of statistics, formulae, and artificial intelligence are all encouraged. • Solution Prototype – Beta testing to ensure robustness and
course topics course materials in the course in a better practical way Figure 20: illustrates the average scores from a surveyThis data represents feedback ratings about a project, with four different aspects of the project beingevaluated. Each statement reflects a specific characteristic of the project, and the correspondingnumerical values represent average ratings, likely on a scale from 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest).Overall, the feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with high ratings across all aspects. The highest-ratedaspect (5.0) is the project’s ability to allow practical application of course principles, showing that thiswas its standout feature. The lowest-rated
. 69~77. (4)Barrows, H. S., Tamblyn, R. M. and Others, 1980, Problem-Based Learning: An Approach toMedical Education. (5)Brown, T., 2015, "Strategy by Design - Fast Company". (6)Brundiers, K., Wiek, A. and Redman, C. L., 2010, "Real-World Learning Opportunities inSustainability: From Classroom Into the Real World", International Journal of Sustainability in HigherEducation, 11(4), pp. 308~324. (7)Entwistle, N., 2017, Teaching for Understanding at University: Deep Approaches andDistinctive Ways of Thinking. (8)Foley, G., 2016, "Reflections On Interdisciplinarity and Teaching Chemical Engineering On anInterdisciplinary Degree Programme in Biotechnology", Education for Chemical Engineers, 14, pp.35~42. (9)Holley, K. A., 2017
students have been considered non-traditional.Prior to summer departure, students built foundational research skills through lab bootcamps,culminating in their intensive two-week research experience over the summer. This flexibilitycontrasts with other summer research or study-abroad programs, which often require full-timecommitments that preclude outside jobs, course enrollment, or family obligations. Engagedmentorship also stands out as an important aspect of this project. Post-program reflections andstructured follow-ups are recommended to help students integrate their experiences into futurecareer goals.The findings highlight the importance of pre-program preparation, hands-on research, effectivementoring, and fostering group cohesion in
graduation requirement can be fulfilled. Most simply it can becalculated by identifying the number of teachers needed to meet a graduation requirement (TN),subtracting the number of teachers available to offer CS (TA) to calculate the Teacher gap (TG): TG = TN − TALeveraging an iterative refinement interview approach [8] the study team explored five states’approaches to calculating this gap. These five states have different perspectives and approaches,giving a breadth of historical and anticipatory reflection on CSEd policy. They were activeparticipants in the ECEP-wide conversations. The team also utilized information collectedthrough monthly ECEP Alliance calls in which states discussed these challenges.Position Statement: The impetus for
underwater research.Development of Safety Protocols: The comprehensive safety protocols such as emergencybuoyancy triggers, tether strain sensors, redundant power shutoffs, developed during the projectaddress potential risks associated with ROV operation, particularly during testing phases. Thisaspect of the project reflects a forward-thinking attitude toward ensuring safe practices inengineering projects . By prioritizing safety and establishing effective communication withtechnical divers, students learn to navigate the complexities of operating technology in sensitiveenvironments, integrating safety into their engineering practices .Future Prospects and Continuous Improvement: The project's design not only focuses onimmediate outcomes but also
theliterature may indicate. By keeping a focus on both post-traditional status as an overarchingcategory and the potential for divergence between individual factors, we contrast with the field1 Only part of the results for student groups with 2 or 3 post-traditional PTS characteristics is presented here due tospace limitations. All categories with repetitive information or with a small sample size are not presented.that has tended to collapse post-traditional analysis into minimally, moderately, and highly post-traditional.Our focus on cumulative GPA is worthy of consideration and problematization. First, we notethat GPA is one of the only outcome variables that we can ascertain through institutional datathat could reflect a meaningful and tangible
important to me. --EmmaDiscussion and conclusion So far, based upon the preliminary findings, we identified STEM teachers’ evolving roleswithin complex educational ecosystems. Erdogan’s Learning Ecosystem Theory posits thatteachers act as mediators across formal and informal learning layers[10], a perspective echoed inparticipants’ narratives. For instance, Michael’s iterative guidance on project feasibility alignswith the observation of Han et al. that teachers in project-based learning environments shouldbalance student autonomy and technical scaffolding[11]. Similarly, Olivia’s adaptation of 3Dmodeling tasks reflects the pedagogical flexibility emphasized by Margot and Kettler (2019) ascritical for integrating emerging technologies[14
a need for stronger programming skills to write code for each project; and 4) Teamwork: Effective collaboration can help transfer lecture knowledge into hands-on applications. Question 8: Students suggested incorporating more advanced topics and tools into the course, including: PCB schematic and layout design as well as advanced computer programming topics for embedded systems design. Question 9: Students shared positive reflections on the impact of hands-on learning. They reported that it solidified their understanding of key topics. Graduates highlighted how the skills gained in class and lab were directly applicable in the industry. One student specifically mentioned that the hands-on
SME in courses.Request the arrangement of Smart lab field trips for statewide students. 1Request access to the remote courses on Smart labs application offered to 2statewide students.I want to examine if 3D printing could be integrated to my course. 2ConclusionsThe survey results reveal a positive shift in faculty engagement with smart manufacturingcontent following the seminars. While the initial survey reflected strong interest withsome uncertainty, the follow-up survey showed a clear reduction in uncertainty and anincrease in active planning to incorporate smart manufacturing elements into lectures,labs, and projects. Faculty comments also highlighted the importance of practicalexamples and peer
algorithms and/orprivacy restrictions that lead to user customized content feeds (e.g., LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.). We used several factors to determine the relevance of the videos, including age of thevideo, comment reviews, and inclusion of key project-related words. Table 1 details how thesecriteria were used to assess the relevance of the search results. As outlined, preference was givento more recent videos, with anything posted 6 or more years before the date of the search beingexcluded (age of video). Videos older than 6 years were excluded to ensure that the contentbeing analyzed reflects the current landscape of electrical engineering. One of the contributorsreviewed the comments left on videos to assess the quality and accuracy of the
, corroborating, and validating diverse sources of information during the design process?The ideas presented in this paper are not intended to be exhaustive; rather, they reflect anemerging and diverse area of inquiry shaping the development of information literacy practicesin engineering education and engineering design education. Our intention with this work is tostart a crucial conversation on how research can critically examine how, for what purposes, forwhom and with whom are engineering students drawing on a wide range of sources ofinformation to inform engineering judgements and decision making during the engineeringdesign process and how we may be able to support them in navigating the perils ofmisinformation and disinformation in the
Reflect on learning experiences to arrive at a deeper understanding of who they are as scholars and citizens. Objective 8 Evaluate the ways in which new knowledge illuminates routes towards future action, and identify possible actions one might take in the service of humanity. Objective 9 Identify, evaluate, and utilize a variety of SLU library source materials to complete a course assignment.MethodsThe Mechatronic ArmThe mechatronic arm is comprised of a 3D printed mechanical frame of PLA secured with M4,M3, and M2.5 screws. All components were custom modeled in SolidWorks. Movement isperformed by four integrated MG996R 55g servo motors and a NEMA17 stepper motorcontrolling five degrees of
was offered for attempting thesurveys. Additionally, the surveys were introduced towards the end of the semester whenstudents have several project and homework deadlines and are also encouraged to complete othercourse evaluation surveys. In the future, students will be exposed to these surveys earlier in thesemester and will be allotted in-class time to respond, if they wish to. Secondly, the number ofattempts that each student had to resubmit their assignment based on autograder feedback wasnot restricted. Thus, it is unclear whether some students critically reflected on the autograderfeedback and modified their submissions or kept using trial and error till they got full points.Finally, the current autograder is unable to accept slight