Paper ID #46026BOARD # 270: Multiple Representations of Learning in Dynamics and Control:Exploring the Synergy of Low-Cost Portable Lab Equipment, Virtual Labs,and Artificial Intelligence within Student Learning Activities; NSF IUSE Level2, Award No: 2336998Dr. Ayse Tekes, Kennesaw State University Ayse Tekes is an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Kennesaw State University. She received her B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Istanbul Technical University, Turkey. Her research focuses on improving engineering education through developing novel and affordable educational tools
Paper ID #47300BOARD # 420: Persistence Framework to Retain Low-Income, AcademicallyTalented STEM StudentsDr. Sedig Salem Agili, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College Sedig S. Agili (Senior Member, IEEE) received the B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in electrical and computer engineering from Marquette University, Milwaukee, WI, USA, in 1986, 1989, and 1996, respectively. He joined the faculty with Marquette University, in 1996. In fall of 2001, he joined the electrical engineering and electrical engineering technology programs with Penn State University, Harrisburg, PA, USA, where he is currently a
was awarded several research grants from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) among others. He has published in several prestigious civil and electrical engineering journals and presented at numerous international civil engineering, electrical engineering, and geophysics conferences.Dr. Mojtaba Sadegh, Boise State UniversityRafael Leonardo da Silva, Boise State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 S-STEM: Challenges Stakeholders Face in Supporting Low-Income, First-Generation, and/or Rural Graduate StudentsLisa A. Giacumo, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Learning Design and Technology
Academyfor Research and Entrepreneurship at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) integratesengineering, science, and business disciplines to fast-track the number of STEM (science,technology, engineering, and mathematics) graduates who pursue one of two pathways: 1)attending graduate school or 2) entering STEM entrepreneurship. Through these two pathways,this project seeks to increase the number of people who engage in STEM entrepreneurialleadership, mainly graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).The UAPB STEM Academy is a comprehensive enrichment program designed to address local,state, and national workforce needs in STEM fields. As an HBCU with a land-grant mission, theUAPB has a longstanding commitment to
. Erdiaw-Kwasie and T. K. C. Stuppard, "Engineering and engineering technology by the numbers 2020," American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), Washington, D.C., 2021.[9] M. Reyes, M. Anderson-Rowland and M. McCartney, "Freshman introductory engineering seminar course: coupled with bridge program equals academic success and retention," Frontiers in Education Conference, vol. 1, pp. 505-510, 1998.[10] T. Murphy, M.Gaughan, R. Hume and S. Moore, "College graduation rates for minority students in a selective technical university: Will participation in a summer bridge program contribute to success?," Educational Evaluation and Policy Analysis, vol. 32, no. 1, pp. 70- 83, 2010.[11] D. Dickerson, F. Solis, V. B
and Social Impact Projects1Program OverviewThe University at Buffalo (UB) Scholars in Science Technology Engineering and Math (S-STEM)program, Engineering Design Innovation (EDI), supports 25 financially vulnerable students (20undergraduate students and 5 undergraduate students), all selected based on two key criteria: 1)academic excellence and 2) a commitment to understanding and improving the social impact ofcomputing and engineering. Our cohort (described below) receives last dollar scholarships andparticipates in a range of wrap around supports aimed at retaining and supporting these excellentstudents. The EDI scholars: • Have a faculty mentor and small 4-5 person mentoring cohorts, tasked with
Paper ID #49052BOARD # 290: Nurturing an Ecosystem for Transformation: Progress andInsights from the Transforming STEM Education using an Asset-Based EcosystemModel Project at Cal State LA (Year 4)Dr. Gustavo B Menezes, California State University, Los Angeles Gustavo Menezes is a professor of civil engineering in the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology. His technical research has focused on subsurface water quality and availability. He is interested in investigating the physicochemical processes related to water infiltration through the vadose zone using lab experiments and computer models. More
(less than 1 kg), inexpensive (about $1,000), myCobot 280 Jetson Nano by ElephantRobotics was introduced. While there are some limited applications in robotics research [10], therewere no publications in engineering education literature implementing myCobots.Curricular Context Colorado State University Pueblo (CSUP) is an accredited, regional comprehensive,Hispanic-serving institution (HSI) enrolling about 3500 students. The university is a part of theColorado State University System. The School of Engineering, a part of the College of Science,Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM) hosts five undergraduate BS programs:Mechatronics Engineering (BSME), Industrial Engineering (BSIE), Civil Engineering (BSCE),Civil Engineering
Paper ID #49340Integration of FPGA-Accelerated AI for Predictive Maintenance Educationin Industry 4.0Dr. Richard Y Chiou, Drexel University Dr. Richard Chiou is Professor within the Engineering Technology Department at Drexel University College of Engineering, Philadelphia, USA. He received his Ph.D. degree in the G.W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology.Arjuna Karthikeyan Senthilvel Kavitha, Drexel UniversityProf. Tzu-liang Bill Tseng, University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Bill Tseng is a Professor and Chair of Department of Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering at the UTEP
, Additive Manufacturing, Thermoelectric Devices for Energy Harvesting, Digital Twinning Technology, Nuclear Radiation Detectors, Nuclear Security and Safety, Small Nuclear Modular Reactors (SMR), Material Characterization (X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy & Infrared Microscopy), Nanotechnology, Data Analytics and Visualization, Biofuels Applications, Computational Fluid Dynamics analysis, Heat Transfer, Energy Conservation in building, and Multi Fuel Optimization. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 2025 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition Enhancing Data Science Education for Critical Infrastructure Security with Project-Based
Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Learners in Higher EducationIntroductionIn this work in progress, we share an analysis of interviews with faculty, staff, and administratorsin STEM-affiliated departments (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) andpositions at an R1 institution in the southeastern US related to their knowledge and experiencesof neurodiversity. This study is part of an ongoing look into neurodiversity in STEM majors via acourse-based undergraduate research project with the goal of better understanding the uniquechallenges that neurodivergent learners face in academic institutions.Neurodivergent individuals are classified as people with different strengths and weaknesses based on brain differences that affect the brain's
on scaling this model to other courses within the engineering curriculumand investigating long-term impacts on student retention and career pathways. By continuing toinnovate with AI tools, computational modeling, and project-based frameworks, this pedagogicalapproach has the potential to redefine engineering education and empower students to excel in anincreasingly complex and technology-driven world.References 1. Prince, M. J., & Felder, R. M., "Inductive Teaching and Learning Methods: Definitions, Comparisons, and Research Bases," Journal of Engineering Education, vol. 95, no. 2, pp. 123-138, 2006. 2. Mills, J. E., & Treagust, D. F., "Engineering Education—Is Problem-Based or Project- Based Learning the
others, particularly students from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM. He has served as an active member of the Lyle Thrive Scholars Program, a peer-mentorship program for first-year engineering students, as a peer-mentor and currently serves as a Student Coordinator of the Thrive Scholars Program.He is also proud to have served in SMU’s Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers (SHPE) chapter as President and Senior Advisor. Following his graduation in May, he will join Citibank as a full-time Technology Analyst while pursuing a Masters of Science in Operations Research under SMU’s Accelerated Pathways program.Zoe Mukendi, Southern Methodist University Zoe is an undergraduate student studying Civil Engineering
LinDr. Ivan T. Mosley Sr, Tennessee State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 1 NSF HBCU-UP Implementation Program: Enhancing STEM Education for 2 Underrepresented Students through Course-Based Undergraduate Research at 3 HBCUs 4 5 Abstract: This paper presents the development and implementation of a 6 transformative engineering curriculum at Tennessee State University (TSU), designed 7 to improve retention and graduation rates among underrepresented students in Science, 8 Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Central to this initiative are 9 Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs), which aim to enhance10
Paper ID #46361Integrating Sustainability Issues into a Materials Science Course using UniversalDesign for Learning PrinciplesDr. Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder Angela Bielefeldt is a professor at the University of Colorado Boulder in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) and Director for the Engineering Education PhD Program. Her engineering education research focuses on topics including social responsibility, ethics, sustainability, and community engagement. She is a Fellow of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) and a licensed P.E. in Colorado
historical examples by integratingfoundational principles of learning style models with modern discipline-based educationalpractices [6], [7]. For instance, the Felder-Silverman Learning Style Model, specifically tailoredfor Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields, introduced a systematicway to address diverse cognitive and sensory preferences, influencing how engineering curriculawere designed. Similarly, Dewey’s emphasis on experiential learning in science and engineeringresonates in contemporary project-based learning and adaptive platforms. However, as learningstyle models gained prominence in shaping individualized instruction, they also faced criticismsfrom researchers questioning their empirical validity [8], [9]. For
impact evaluation with quantitative and qualitative data analysis.Dr. Ekundayo Shittu, The George Washington University Ekundayo Shittu is a Professor of Engineering Management and Systems Engineering at George Washington University. Professor Shittu conducts basic and applied research that take a systems approach to address the different dimensions of decision making under multiple and sequential uncertainties. His focus is on the economics and management of energy technologies, the design and impacts of climate change response policies, sustainability efforts, corporate social responsibility, and patterns of consumer behavior in energy consumption in the emerging era of smart grid technologies. Currently, he is
sustaining STEM outreach assessment and evaluation. Micaha received her Master of Science in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education degree from the University of Kentucky College of Education, and her Bachelor of Science in Integrated Strategic Communication (Public Relations) from the University of Kentucky College of Communication and Information Studies. She worked as an undergraduate engineering recruiter and outreach director for five years prior to beginning her doctoral program. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 NSF-ITEST: Evaluating the Impact of a STEM-focused Advanced Manufacturing Program on Rural Middle School Students’ STEM Content Knowledge
Paper ID #48124The Impact of Achievement Goals and Resilience on Self-Efficacy for LearningPerformance Among Undergraduate StudentsVINCENT OLUWASETO FAKIYESI, University of Georgia Vincent Oluwaseto Fakiyesi received the B.Tech. degree in chemical engineering from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomosho, Oyo State, , Nigeria in 2015, and He is presently a Doctoral Students at Engineering Education Transformative Institute at the University of Georgia College of Engineering.Dr. Olanrewaju Paul Olaogun, Merrimack College Dr. Olanrewaju Paul Olaogun is an Assistant Instructional Professor of Electrical
Context for Children with motor-impairmentsbackgroundService-learning experiences provide a rich platform for students to refine their technical skillswhile addressing real-world challenges, particularly in the area of assistive technology forchildren with disabilities. Engineering students often seek practical, hands-on experiences thatnot only enhance their technical competencies but also connect them to impactful projects withintheir communities, thereby enriching the educational experience and fostering empathy amongfuture engineers [1-2]. Organizations such as Tikkun Olam Makers and Makers Making Changematch people with assistive technology needs with makers in the community. Student chaptersof these organizations have been established on
to Engineering” course at the two-yearcollege in service of the “2+2” engineering transfer program. The course is a required part of engineeringdegrees in the state of South Carolina and is a standard course for any student planning to transfer to aBachelor of Engineering program from the two-year Trident Technical College. It must be noted that the“2+2” program is separate from the two-year engineering technology degree programs at the institution.Students enrolling in the course discussed here do so with the intention of preparing for a bachelor’sprogram and thus employing learning practices aligning with a four-year program is encouraged by theinstitution. In this initial implementation of the Framework in a two-year college setting, we
Security, and Digital Imaging.Dr. Liyu Zhang, University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyDr. Jorge Castillo, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Jorge Castillo, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, specializing in Cybersecurity and Electrical Engineering. He earned his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Texas at San Antonio, with a focus on blockchain technology for secure applications. His research interests include blockchain systems, machine learning and privacy-preserving methodologies.Dr. Ala Qubbaj, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Dr. Ala Qubbaj is the Dean for the College of Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Texas Rio Grande
increasing autonomy in projects ifincluded in the third year. The methods utilized in this project need adjustment to better fit studentexpectations and engage a broader subset of students. Future research could build on this work to explorethe long-term effects on student outcomes and the broader impact on participation in the I&E ecosystem.1. IntroductionThe integration of entrepreneurial thinking into engineering education has long been employed as a meansof fostering innovation, enhancing career readiness, and equipping students with the interdisciplinaryskills needed to address complex industrial challenges (Yu et al., 2024). The Accreditation Board forEngineering and Technology (ABET) echoes the need for such skills by including teamwork
state collegesand their connections with the Florida State University System. I. INTRODUCTION America is at a critical juncture in terms of advancing science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM) education across the increasingly diverse student population inpostsecondary classrooms. The explosive research and development taking place in areas suchas Artificial Intelligence (AI), data analytics, cybersecurity, supply chain, alternative energy,Internet of Things(IoT) and biotechnology, to mention a few, are key to America advancing itspositional strength in world affairs, national defense and security, educational systems across thelife span, economic growth and development, and health and human welfare[1]-[4].Simultaneously
Paper ID #48061Personalized Learning Paths: LLM-Based Course Recommendations in ManufacturingEducationProf. Xiaoning Jin Prof. Xiaoning (Sarah) Jinˆa C™s research focus is in the area of modeling and analysis for intelligent and advanced manufacturing processes and systems, with a specialization in diagnostics and prognostics (D&P), control and predictive decision making.Dr. Sagar Kamarthi, Northeastern University Sagar Kamarthi is a Professor of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering and the Founding Director of the Data Analytics Engineering Program at Northeastern University, Boston. He received his MS and Ph.D
, Michigan. Former Chair of the ASEE Technological Literacy Division; Former Chair of the ASEE Liberal Education Division; Senior Fellow CASEE, National Academy of Engineering, 2008-2010; Program Officer, Nat ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Using Institutional Data in S-STEM Proposals: A Summary of Capacity-Building WorkshopsThe purpose of this paper and poster is to summarize the implementation and results of aworkshop grant funded by the NSF S-STEM program (award no. 2203148). During January2022 to February 2024, the project team developed, implemented, and refined capacity-buildingvirtual workshops for three cohorts of participants for proposal due dates
technologies that promote effective teaching and learning.Dr. Salvatore Enrico Paolo Indiogine Bachelor of Science in Engineering from New Mexico State University and Ph.D. in Curriculum & Instruction from Texas A&M University. I work as an instructional designer at the College of Engineering of Texas A&M University.Nasiha Lachaud, Texas A&M UniversityDr. Wei Lu, Texas A&M University Dr. Wei Lu is a Associate Director of Curriculum for the Master of Engineering Technical Management Program in the Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution, College of Engineering, at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on Higher Education in Agriculture; Adult Education, Engineering
Paper ID #46691An Experiential Learning Framework to Harvest Synergy from College andIndustry PartnershipDr. LEI YANG, University of Hong Kong Dr. Lei Yang is a lecturer of Innovation Academy of the Tam Wing Fan Innovation Wing under the Faculty of Engineering, The University of Hong Kong. Before that, he worked as a Research Officer at Centre of Transformative Garment Production from 2021 to 2023 and as a postdoctoral fellow at Department of Computer Science, The University of Hong Kong from 2018 to 2021. Dr. Yang received his Bachelor’s degree and Ph.D. degree from Dalian University of Technology in 2012 and 2018
Paper ID #49753Incorporating Hybrid Virtual Simulators and Physical Tools for Angle Measurementin High School GeometryDr. Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University Dr. Sheng-Jen (”Tony”) Hsieh is a Professor in the Department of Engineering Technology and Industrial Distribution and a member of the Graduate Faculty at Texas A&M University, College Station, TX. His research interests include automation, robotics, cyber-manufacturing and Industry 4.0; optical/infrared imaging and instrumentation; micro/nano manufacturing; and design of technology for engineering education. He is also the Director of the Rockwell Automation
Paper ID #46608Validating Scales to Measure Undergraduate Students’ Interest and CareerAspirations in Geoscience and SedimentologySyeda Fizza Ali, Texas A&M University Syeda Fizza Ali is currently pursuing her PhD in Interdisciplinary Engineering at Texas A&M University. She works as a graduate research assistant at the Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering, where her work focuses on educational technology tools and student engagement. Her research is shaped by a commitment to broadening participation in engineering and fostering learning environments that prioritize student well-being.Dr. Anna Stepanova