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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sara Hooshangi, George Washington University

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5259: THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY BACH-ELOR’S DEGREE COMPLETION PROGRAM IN THE STEM FIELDSDr. Sara Hooshangi, George Washington University Page 25.1288.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 The Development of an Interdisciplinary Bachelor’s Degree Completion Program in the STEM FieldsIntroduction:Much of the economic growth of the twentieth century has been driven by the advancements inthe scientific arena, the applications of engineering principles, and the spirit of entrepreneurshipand innovation.1 As we move forward in the twenty-first century, every aspect of our lives

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Engineering Education for Modern Needs Part II: Novel Curriculum Development and Project-based Courses

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pil-Won On, University of Missouri, Columbia; Robert O'Connell, University of Missouri, Columbia

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5163: TRAINING ENGINEERING TEACHERS ONLINE FORPRACTICE AND APPLICATION OF TEAM-BASED LEARNING (TBL)Ms. Pil-Won On, University of Missouri, Columbia Pil-Won On, Instructional Designer/E-learning Specialist, College of Engineering, University of Missouri, Columbia, has a M.S. in instructional systems technology, Indiana University, Bloomington.Dr. Robert O’Connell, University of Missouri, Columbia Robert O’Connell received the B.E. degree in electrical engineering from Manhattan College, N.Y., and the M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois, Urbana. He is cur- rently professor and Associate Department Head of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of

Conference Session

Engineering Education for Modern Needs Part II: Novel Curriculum Development and Project-based Courses

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Catherine M. Polito, University of Texas, Austin; Leslie P. Martinich, Competitive Focus

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5515: WHAT DO ENGINEERING LEADERS WANT?Ms. Catherine M. Polito, University of Texas, Austin Cath Polito has been in leadership positions for more than 30 years in the capacity of Manager, Director, Executive Director, and Owner. As Director of marketing for start-ups Globeset and iBooks, she managed geographically dispersed teams (nationally and internationally). She was the Founder/Owner of Manage- ment by Design, an Austin-based advertising, design, and marketing firm. Throughout her career, she has taught courses on leadership, ethics, teamwork, marketing, and streamlining processes while improving quality and cutting costs. In Oct. of 2010, while in Singapore, Polito was elected to the International

Conference Session

Future Directions of Continuing Professional Development

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gonca Altuger-Genc, University of Massachusetts, Lowell

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5105: SELF-DIRECTED LIFELONG LEARNING THROUGH FACE-BOOK: A PILOT IMPLEMENTATION ASSESSMENTDr. Gonca Altuger-Genc, University of Massachusetts, Lowell Page 25.1149.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 SELF DIRECTED LIFELONG LEARNING THROUGH FACEBOOK: A PILOT IMPLEMENTATION ASSESSMENTAbstractSocial networking tools have reshaped the way we communicate; it is now much easier to reachout to targeted groups or even masses. Social networking has been broadly applied in media,marketing or in more specific contexts such as emergency response systems; however, itspotential in information transfer hasn’t been

Conference Session

Engineering Professional Development and Distance Learning Programs

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Craig G. Downing, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-3008: RESPONDING TO THE CALL: EXTENDING THE UNI-VERSITY RELATIONSHIP VIA CONTINUING EDUCATIONDr. Craig G. Downing, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Craig G. Downing is the Interim Department Head of Engineering Management with responsibility for Continuing and Professional studies at Rose-Hulman of Institute of Technology. Prior to that, his teach- ings assignments focused on delivering graduate-level instruction in the operational and quality aspects of engineering management. Downing has more than 15 years of experience providing instruction in the areas of manufacturing, management, and mathematics at the post-secondary level. Additionally, he has amassed 13 years of industrial experience, four years

Conference Session

Future Directions of Continuing Professional Development

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kim A. Scalzo, State University of New York; Edward G. Borbely, University of Michigan; Nelson C. Baker, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5363: QUALITY STANDARDS FOR CONTINUING PROFESSIONALDEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT THROUGHSELF-ASSESSMENT AND BENCHMARKINGMs. Kim A. Scalzo, State University of New York Kim Scalzo is the Director of the Center for Professional Development (CPD) for the State University of New York (SUNY). The SUNY CPD provides professional development and training programs for faculty and staff throughout the 64 campus SUNY system, and Scalzo is responsible for overall leader- ship of the Center, new program development, managing relationships with the campuses, and working with other university-wide programs to ensure alliance with the SUNY Strategic Plan. Prior to joining SUNY, Scalzo spent 18 years in a

Conference Session

Engineering Education for Modern Needs Part I: Non-traditional Learning Methods and Expanding Student Markets

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary L. Fletcher, Johns Hopkins University; Allan W. Bjerkaas, Johns Hopkins University

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-3750: STRUCTURED DESIGN APPROACH FOR CONVERTINGCLASSROOM COURSES FOR ONLINE DELIVERYMs. Mary L. Fletcher, Johns Hopkins University Mary Laurette (Laurie) Fletcher received her B.S. degree in software data management from the Uni- versity of Maryland and her M.S. in technical management from the Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering. She has more than 25 years of experience in software data management, technical publications and communications, and proposal management. Her particular areas of expertise include her understanding of the business relationship and contracting between private industry and the U.S. gov- ernment, and the acquisition and management of Small Business Innovative

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Engineering Professional Development and Distance Learning Programs

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anthony P. Dalessio, Erie Community College; Elena V. Brewer, Erie Community College

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-3314: RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL DEPARTMENT LEVEL PRO-FESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM AT A COMMUNITY COLLEGEWITH LITTLE ACCESS TO COLLEGE FUNDINGAnthony P. Dalessio, Erie Community College Anthony P. Dalessio is an Assistant Professor of electrical engineering technology at Erie Community College. He earned a B.S. and M.S. in electrical engineering from the State University of New York, Buffalo. His teaching interests include analog and digital electronics, wireless communications, and renewable energy.Dr. Elena V. Brewer, Erie Community College Elena V. Brewer is an instructor of electrical engineering technology at Erie Community College. She received her Ph.D. in physics from the State University of New York at

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Future Directions of Continuing Professional Development

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mitchell L. Springer PMP, SPHR, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mark T. Schuver, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-2986: A FORCE MULTIPLIER FOR PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMGROWTH: SYNERGISTIC EFFECTS OF HIRING SENIOR RETIRED WORK-ERSDr. Mitchell L. Springer PMP, SPHR, Purdue University, West Lafayette Mitchell Springer is an Associate Professor in technology leadership and innovation and currently serves as the Director of the Purdue University College of Technology, Academic Center for Professional Stud- ies in Technology and Applied Research (ProSTAR) located in West Lafayette, Ind. He possesses more than 30 years of theoretical and industry-based practical experience from four disciplines: software en- gineering, systems engineering, program management, and human resources. He sits on many university and community boards and

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Future Directions of Continuing Professional Development

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen W. Crown, University of Texas, Pan American; Arturo A. Fuentes, University of Texas, Pan American; Robert A. Freeman, University of Texas, Pan American

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5328: PEDAGOGY FOR PEDAGOGY: USING A WIKI TO PRO-MOTE THE ADOPTION, DEVELOPMENT, AND IMPLEMENTATION OFCHALLENGE-BASED INSTRUCTION IN STEM EDUCATIONDr. Stephen W. Crown, University of Texas, Pan American Stephen Crown is a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of Texas, Pan American. He has been actively involved in a number of grants supporting innovative and effective teaching methods for engineering education. Crown directed the faculty development component of a large Department of Education grant that supports Challenge Based Instruction and is the director of the Texas Pre-freshman Engineering program in Edinburg.Dr. Arturo A. Fuentes, University of Texas, Pan American Arturo Alejandro

Conference Session

Engineering Education for Modern Needs Part I: Non-traditional Learning Methods and Expanding Student Markets

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mitchell L. Springer PMP, SPHR, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mark T. Schuver, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-2985: EMPLOYING A PROGRAM/PROJECT MANAGEMENTMETHODOLOGY TO DEFINE AND DIFFERENTIATE UNIVERSITY-WIDEROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN PROFESSIONAL STUDIESDr. Mitchell L. Springer PMP, SPHR, Purdue University, West Lafayette Mitchell Springer is an Associate Professor in technology leadership and innovation and currently serves as the Director of the Purdue University College of Technology, Academic Center for Professional Stud- ies in Technology and Applied Research (ProSTAR) located in West Lafayette, Ind. He possesses more than 30 years of theoretical and industry-based practical experience from four disciplines: software en- gineering, systems engineering, program management, and human resources. He sits on many

Conference Session

Engineering Professional Development and Distance Learning Programs

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Soma Chakrabarti, University of Kansas; Kimberly Anne Hunsinger, University of Kansas

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-4452: DEVELOPING A SUCCESSFUL FRAMEWORK FOR ON-LINE DELIVERY OF NON-CREDIT ENGINEERING SHORT COURSESTO GLOBAL AEROSPACE PROFESSIONALSDr. Soma Chakrabarti, University of Kansas Soma Chakrabarti is the Director of Center for Engineering and Interdisciplinary Professional Education at the University of Kansas Continuing Education. In this capacity, she is responsible for providing lead- ership and direction for future growth of Aerospace Short Course program, online engineering technology short courses, interdisciplinary bioengineering short courses, and engineering conferences. Prior to her present appointment, she served as the Director of Aerospace Short Course program within the same unit; developed both

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Engineering Education for Modern Needs Part II: Novel Curriculum Development and Project-based Courses

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Susan Shadle, Boise State University; Louis Nadelson, Boise State University; Janet Callahan, Boise State University

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Continuing Professional Development

AC 2012-5516: PROMOTING STEM FACULTY MEMBERS’ REFLECTIONON THEIR LEARNING PERCEPTIONS AND TEACHING PRACTICESSusan ShadleDr. Louis Nadelson, Boise State University Louis S. Nadelson is an Associate Professor in the College of Education at Boise State University. His research interests include STEM teaching and learning, faculty development, in-service and pre-service teacher professional development, program evaluation, and multidisciplinary research. He has published research ranging from faculty professional development to the impact of inquiry on STEM learning. Nadelson earned a B.S. degree in biological and physics science from Colorado State University, a B.A. with concentrations in computing, mathematics, and