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Research to Practice: STRAND 1 – Addressing the NGSS: Supporting K-12 Teachers in Engineering Pedagogy and Engineering Science Connections (Part 1)

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jennifer Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Krista Lynn Adams, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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Diversity

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

design process. In addition, thesketching and brainstorming process of developing a solution assists the students in developingsystems thinking[4]. Engineering design, particularly at lower grade levels, is essentially sciencedriven problem solving. The development of these skills is tied to their successes throughouttheir academic careers and in their everyday lives. In addition, these engineering concepts helpstudents discover the crosscutting themes between the traditional science disciplines.Research has found a direct correlation between student achievement and teacher preparedness toteach science[5]. Teacher’s subject matter knowledge influences the instruction implemented inthe classroom[6]. However, research on pre-service and in-service

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Systems Engineering Division Technical Session 4

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Raviv, Florida Atlantic University; Luis Fernando Cortes, Florida Atlantic University

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Systems Engineering

deficiency in generative thinking at the systemlevel in students. The lack of courses where students are challenged to integrate all the knowledge they Page 26.1271.6have acquired during their undergraduate engineering career, and the high volume of demand ofengineers with system integration knowledge has led some engineering schools to developgraduate programs that educate engineers on how to incorporate all their engineering backgroundknowledge, and experience in the practical development of engineering systems. For example,the Massachusetts Institute of Technology offers a graduate system engineering program thatemphasizes the importance of

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Assessing URM Programs Targeting the K-16 Continuum

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Walter C. Lee, Virginia Tech; Kelly J. Cross, Virginia Tech; Andrea M. Ogilvie P.E., Virginia Tech

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

after six years in industry, where she had a successful career as a structural engineer for Kellogg Brown & Root and HDR Engineering, Inc. As EOE Director, Andrea led Cockrell School of Engineering efforts to recruit and retain ethnically underrepresented students as well as students with backgrounds or experiences that contributed to the overall diversity of the School. During her term, Andrea raised more than $3.7 million in private and public grants to support the EOE program and its mission. While EOE was under her direction, UT Austin ranked as high as third in the nation in producing undergraduate engineering degrees for minority groups and the program was recognized with the 2011 NSBE ExxonMobil Impact

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ECCD Innovative Teaching Applications

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas E McDermott P.E., University of Pittsburgh; Renee M Clark, University of Pittsburgh

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Diversity

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

26.1345.16Although the results do not indicate significant improvements in achievement on exams and labassignments with the flipped classroom, the instructor nonetheless found some positives in thismethod of instruction for the course. It enabled students to spend more time in the hardware lab,and five of the ten general comments about beneficial aspects of the course on the evaluationsurvey mentioned laboratory work. The hardware lab has modern equipment, which the studentslikely felt would help them in their future careers. Also, the lab environment was very excitingand dynamic, with much activity occurring, as the instructor and TA circulated among the teamsto assist them with various obstacles. The instructor believes the flipped method of

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Information and Network Security

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ching-Kuang Shene, Michigan Technological University; Chaoli Wang, University of Notre Dame; Jun Tao, Michigan Technological University; Melissa Sue Keranen, Michigan Technological University; Jun Ma, Michigan Technological University; Jean Mayo, Michigan Technological University

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Diversity

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Computing & Information Technology

scientific visualization, in particular on the topics of time-varying multivariate data visualization, flow visualization, and information-theoretic algorithms and graph-based techniques for big data analytics. He received the NSF CAREER Award in 2014.Mr. Jun Tao, Michigan Technological UniversityDr. Melissa Sue Keranen, Michigan Technological UniversityMr. Jun Ma, Michigan Technological University Jun Ma is a PhD student of computer science at Michigan Technological University. His research interests include flow visualization, large-scale data analysis and visualization, and mesh processing. He received a BS degree in computer science from Xidian University, China, in 2006, and a MS degree in computer science from Michigan

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Simulation

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephanie L. Cutler, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; Wendi M. Kappers, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach

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Computers in Education

future careers. Students within this course are provided simulated experiencesworking within the program, then are challenged to apply the skills they learned in the simulationto solve a real-world application. This simulation experience allows students with limited priorexperience with using Microsoft Excel to become familiar with the software in a low-riskenvironment, while allowing students with more extensive experience to quickly move throughthe simulation refreshing their skills in the interactive simulation environment. The simulationalso allows each student to gain individualized hands-on training with Microsoft Excel thatwould not otherwise be practical in a class with over 300 students. The results of this study showthat students are

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Curricular and Non-curricular Models for Diverse Learners in Engineering

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gustavo B. Menezes, California State University, Los Angeles; Adel A. Sharif, California State University, Los Angeles; Arturo Pacheco-Vega, California State University, Los Angeles; Deborah Soonmee Won, California State University, Los Angeles; Tonatiuh Rodriguez-Nikl, California State University, Los Angeles; Gisele Ragusa, University of Southern California; Crist Simon Khachikian, California State University, Northridge

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering

engaged. As the essential connections among different topics areexplored, a holistic view is formed, which reflects the world as known by the students, instead ofthe one abstractly described by the theory.Substantial evidence on the effectiveness of integrated teaching exists in the literature. Forinstance, a discussion on the relevance of integration, including a detailed review of the mostsignificant accomplishments to date with further suggestions for future initiatives, was reportedby Froyd and Ohland15. An investigation about the long-term effects of adopting integratedcurriculum was conducted at the Colorado School of Mines, concluding that the program had avery positive effect on the college-careers of the group of students that were

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Multidisciplinary Approaches for Enhancing Non-technical Skills

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Reneta Davina Lansiquot, New York City College of Technology; Candido Cabo, New York City College of Technology

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Diversity

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Multidisciplinary Engineering

, using computer programming, as avideo game prototype. The LC approach incorporates and builds on many of the suggestions inthe literature on how to facilitate transfer. Moreover, it makes a statement early in the students’academic careers about the importance of connecting courses throughout the curriculum tofacilitate transfer. Other studies provide a detailed description of the LC, including selectioncriteria and an evaluation of its effectiveness.19The LC builds on previous research showing that introducing narrative elements into PS coursesimproves student performance in general as well as in computer programming-related problem-solving skills.6,7,16-19 Our experience shows teaching the PS course in the interdisciplinaryenvironment of a LC

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Communication in the Chemical Engineering Curriculum

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrienne Minerick, Michigan Technological University

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Chemical Engineering

Paper ID #13944Student Led Example Problems in a Graduate-Level Advanced TransportPhenomena CourseDr. Adrienne Minerick, Michigan Technological University Adrienne Minerick received her M.S. and Ph.D. from the University of Notre Dame and B.S. from Michi- gan Technological University. Adrienne’s research interests include electrokinetics, predominantly di- electrophoretic characterizations of cells, and the development of biomedical microdevices. She earned a NSF CAREER award and was nominated for Michigan Professor of the Year in 2014. Research within her Medical micro-Device Engineering Research Laboratory (M.D. – ERL

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Measuring the Impact of Community Engagement on Students

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Keilah Maria Tablante Bias, University of Prince Edward Island; Daniel Larsen, University of Prince Edward Island; Libby Osgood P. Eng, UPEI & Dalhousie University; Alex Gamble, University of Prince Edward Island; Spencer Paul Montgomery, University of New Brunswick

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Community Engagement Division

, tutor, and did several volunteer teaching jobs in the past, and one of her career goals is to become an educator, in addition to becoming a professional engineer.Mr. Daniel Larsen, University of Prince Edward Island Daniel Larsen is a third year engineering student at the University of New Brunswick. He transferred to the University of New Brunswick after completing a two years engineering diploma, in his home province, at the University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI). While at the UPEI, as part of a group design project, Daniel worked with the Mikinduri Children of Hope Foundation, and coordinated the design of a new charcoal press.Libby Osgood P. Eng, UPEI & Dalhousie University Libby Osgood is an Assistant

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Revitalization of Manufacturing Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shekar Viswanathan, National University

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Diversity

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Manufacturing

Paper ID #12556Anatomy of Assessment of Manufacturing Design Engineering Academic Pro-gram – Do’s and Don’tsDr. Shekar Viswanathan, National University Dr. Viswanathan is a Professor at the Department of Applied Engineering at National University, Cali- fornia. Dr. Viswanathan is an educator, researcher and administrator with more than twenty-five years of industrial and academic experience encompassing engineering and environmental consulting, research and development, and technology development. Career experience includes teaching at the University level, conducting fundamental research, and developing continuing educational

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Computer Tutors, Simulation, and Videos

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Moe Tajvidi P.E., Utah State University; Ning Fang, Utah State University

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Mechanics

Paper ID #11310Application of Computer Simulation and Animation (CSA) in Teaching andLearning Engineering MechanicsMr. Moe Tajvidi, Utah State University Moe Tajvidi is a PhD student in engineering education at Utah State University. His BSc and MS degrees are in civil and structural engineering and he has a sixteen year long career experience in structural engi- neering along with four years of college instruction of both basic and advanced civil engineering courses. In his teaching experience he has been committed to introducing real life engineering problems to the learning environment. The subjects he has taught

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 3: Diversity and Multicultural Influences in the First Year

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University; Ryan J Meuth, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

also teaches courses in Computer Engineering for the School of Computing, Informatics, and Decision Sys- tems Engineering at Arizona State University Page 26.259.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 Assessment of Communication, Teamwork, and Engineering Motivation in Inter-Disciplinary Projects Implemented in an Introduction to Engineering CourseIntroductionInter-disciplinary project teams are a fact of engineering careers. Inter-disciplinary thought andaction are required to solve many of today’s technological and social challenges

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Engineering Management Division Technical Session 5

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Browder, Bristol Tennessee Essential Services; Andrew J. Czuchry, East Tennessee State University; April Eads

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Engineering Management

professional organizations related to his field.April Eads April Eads is the Business Development Manager for Bristol Tennessee Essential Services (BTES). She has been with BTES since 1996. April has her Associate of Applied Science in Electrical Technology from Northeast State Community College, her Bachelor of Applied Science and Master of Science from East Tennessee State University. She began her career at BTES in the Customer Service Department, later moving to the Engineering Department. After working as an Engineering Assistant for several years, she was promoted to Business Development Manager, where she assists local industry by facilitating resources that assist in bringing new jobs and capital investment to

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Fundamental: K-12 Students' Beliefs, Motivation, and Self-efficacy

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joel Alejandro Mejia, West Virginia University; Dustin Drake, Utah State University; Amy Wilson-Lopez, Utah State University - Teacher Education and Leadership

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Diversity

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

real clients, hold the potential to attract Latino/a adolescents to STEM.IntroductionA major challenge for engineering education is the underrepresentation of minority students,particularly Latinos – one of the fastest growing ethnolinguistic groups in the United States.1Although the Latino school-age population is constantly increasing,2 the number of studentsobtaining engineering degrees is stagnant.3 Different scholars have offered reasons behind whyLatinos do not pursue STEM careers.4-6 Studies suggest that one particular powerful reason isthat the cultures of underrepresented students do not fit with the cultures of engineering.7For instance, research has emphasized how underrepresented students may find it difficult toidentify with

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Civic Engagement and Volunteerism in Engineering

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shoba Krishnan, Santa Clara University; Tonya Lynn Nilsson P.E., Santa Clara University

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Community Engagement Division

entitled Engineering Projects for the Community in the School of Engineering which brings experien- tial learning into the engineering curriculum through projects with partners in both the local and global community. She has also developed the course, ”STEM Outreach in the community” that provides oppor- tunities for engineering students to go out into the community and provide hand-son activities and lessons on engineering. She was named ”Woman of the Year” for 2013 for the 25th Assembly District of Cali- fornia for her dedication to students both inside and outside the classroom and for her role in motivating young women and other marginalized communities to pursue STEM careers. Shoba Krishnan received her B. Tech

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Sustainability and Hands-on Engineering Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Susan E. Powers, Clarkson University; Jan DeWaters, Clarkson University; Stefan J. Grimberg, Clarkson University; Daqing Hou, Clarkson University; Mary Margaret Monica Small, Clarkson University

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Environmental Engineering

evaluator on this project as well as several other NASA and NSF funded projects. Dr. Small joined Clarkson’s Office of Educational Partnerships in 2006 as Curriculum Coordinator. A career educator, she has been a public school teacher, building principal and central office administrator. Dr. Small has also taught organizational leadership and curriculum and assessment courses at the graduate level. Page 26.351.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 CLICS – Integrating Data from Campus Sustainability Projects across

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Engineering Physics & Physics Division Technical Session 2

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angeles Dominguez, Tecnologico de Monterrey & Universidad Andrés Bello; Jorge Eugenio de la Garza Becerra, Tecnologico de Monterrey (ITESM)

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Diversity

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Engineering Physics & Physics

reflects the physicist’s way ofunderstanding the world, so we should teach physics that way.The importance of nurturing a scientific curiosity and motivating young students’ understandingof science has been addressed for many years1 and that call invites everyone2. As Barak Obamarecently reinforced: “we want to make sure that those who historically have not participated inthe sciences as robustly -girls, members of minority groups here in this country- that they areencouraged as well”3. In this call, physics and mathematicians become the main filters of young Page 26.353.2students’ career decisions. We want them to select a program because it has

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Revitalization of Manufacturing Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Derek M. Yip-Hoi, Western Washington University; Jeffrey L. Newcomer, Western Washington University

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Diversity

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Manufacturing

engineering and technology graduates for manufacturing careers." Technology Interface International Journal 12.2 (2012): 79-86.3. Jack, Hugh, et al. "Curricula 2015: A Four Year Strategic Plan for Manufacturing Education." http://www.c2015.com/. Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME), 2011.4. Eng, Hugh Jack P., and Robert L. Mott. "AC 2012-3751: CURRICULA 2015: AN UPDATE FOR 2012." Paper #3751 in the Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, San Antonio, Texas, June 10-13, 2012.5. Mott, Robert, Hugh Jack, Venkitaswamy Raju, and Mark Stratton. "The Four Pillars of Manufacturing Engineering." In Proceedings of the 2011 SME Annual Meeting. 2011.6. Wells, David L. "AC 2012-3113: AN EXAMPLE MAPPING OF THE FOUR

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Broadening Participation in Engineering

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jacquelyn F. Sullivan Ph.D., University of Colorado, Boulder; Beth A Myers, University of Colorado Boulder; Kevin O'Connor, University of Colorado Boulder ; Frederick A. Peck; Tanya D Ennis, University of Colorado, Boulder; Nick A. Stites, Integrated Teaching and Learning Program, College of Engineering and Applied Science, University of Colorado at Boulder; Beverly Louie, University of Colorado, Boulder; Julie Cafarella, University of Colorado, Boulder; Daria A Kotys-Schwartz, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods

. Tanya D Ennis, University of Colorado, Boulder TANYA D. ENNIS is the current Engineering GoldShirt Program Director at the University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering and Applied Science. She received her M.S. in Computer Engineering from the University of Southern California in Los Angeles and her B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Southern University in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Her career in the telecommunications industry included positions in software and systems engineering and technical project management. Tanya most recently taught mathematics at the Denver School of Science and Technology, the highest performing high school in Denver Public Schools.Nick A. Stites, Integrated Teaching and Learning

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Mathematics Division Technical Session 1

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gunter Bischof, University of Applied Sciences Joanneum, Graz; Andreas Zwölfer, University of Applied Sciences Joanneum, Graz; Domagoj Rubeša, University of Applied Sciences Joanneum, Graz

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Diversity

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Mathematics

Paper ID #12476Correlation between engineering students’ performance in mathematics andacademic successDr. Gunter Bischof, Joanneum University of Applied SciencesAndreas Zw¨olfer, University of Applied Sciences Joanneum, Graz Andreas Zw¨olfer is currently studying Automotive Engineering at the University of Applied Sciences Joanneum Graz. Prior to this he gained some work experience as a technician, also in the automotive sector. On completion of his studies, he intends to pursue a career in research.Prof. Domagoj Rubeˇsa, University of Applied Sciences FH JOANNEUM, Graz Domagoj Rubeˇsa teaches Engineering Mechanics and

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First Year Programs Division Poster Session: The Best Place to Really Talk about First-Year Education

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary E. Goodwin, University of South Florida; John Pharo Morgan III, University of South Florida; Yan Wang, University of South Florida; Michelle King, University of South Florida College of Engineering; Blake A Burton, University of South Florida

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

earning1.” (p.34)Learning communities help students make the sometime difficult transition from high school tocollege. By the 1990’s, universities across the country were experimenting with various types oflearning communities. The learning communities including residential communities can all varywidely in structure and involvement with faculty and staff. Alexander Astin5 defined learningcommunities as: Such communities can be organized along curricular lines, common career interests, avocational interests, residential living areas, and so on. These can be used to build a sense of group identity, cohesiveness, and uniqueness; to encourage continuity and the integration of diverse curricular and co-curricular

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International Division Technical Session 3

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jane L. Lehr, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Dianne J DeTurris, California Polytechnic State University; Alana Christine Snelling; Nhu Y Tran; Lia Marie Applegarth

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International

emerged, what hasit meant to be an engineer, and what sorts of knowledge have engineers valued?; (3) What countsas a typical career trajectory, including education and worklife?; (4) What trends are emerging inresponse to the new emphasis on industrial competitiveness?14As may be clear from the above, the growing attention to the importance of global competencyfor engineers has not resulted in agreement regarding definitions, assessment criteria, and/orproposed mechanisms for achieving global competency (including what level of minimal globalcompetence is necessary prior to embarking on an international experience and the most cost-and time-effective mechanism to produce this level of global competency). At universities, thescaling of programs

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Reflective & Critical Pedagogies

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joe Tranquillo, Bucknell University

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

importance when a facultymember teaches some classes that are not squarely within their narrow research program. On theteaching side, there are rewards too. Simply dusting off notes and assigning the same (or verysimilar) projects from year to year is not a sustainable model for a career. Faculty will discovernew pedagogical tools because they will actively search out other instructors and tools that willaid them. In this regard they will become more capable of guiding future students, both in theclassroom and the research lab.The Ulysses Contract also can have a more profound impact on the mindset of the faculty member.All of our training is based on the idea that content comes first, and it is through content mindsetswill emerge. This is the basis

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 4: The Best of the All: FPD Best Papers

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John K. Estell, Ohio Northern University; David Reeping, Ohio Northern University

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First-Year Programs

impressionable: by paying attention only to the learningobjective and not considering students’ interest in relevancy, assignments such as a pie-throwingsimulation game or finding a set of prime numbers might have the negative side effect ofencouraging students to look elsewhere for a nobler career. However, the use of games as acontextual framework should not be necessarily dismissed out of hand. Games have been used toengage the beginning student who is learning how to program, as games often provide a knownframe of reference and can provide meaningful feedback just through its play.24 It is the authors’contention that such game-based assignments can be made more meaningful by having studentsdevelop such applications as an experiential learning

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Diffusion and Adoption of Teaching Practices

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa K Davids, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; James J. Pembridge, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Daytona Beach; Yosef S. Allam, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach

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Educational Research and Methods

, and management concerns (Table 2). Table 2. Influences of the implementation of innovations2 Consequence Personal Management Understanding how to use Career issues (P&T) Level of freedom & flexibility innovation in using innovation Self & work image Determining what Challenges inherent in using mediates an effective use Workload innovation of the innovation Managing perceptions of Identification of tasks expertise

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Student and Other Views on Engineering Leadership

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kim Graves Wolfinbarger, University of Oklahoma; Randa L. Shehab, University of Oklahoma

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

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Non-Canonical Canons of Engineering Ethics

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donna M Riley, Virginia Tech; Amy E. Slaton, Drexel University (Eng. & Eng. Tech.); Joseph R. Herkert, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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Engineering Ethics, Liberal Education/Engineering & Society, Technological and Engineering Literacy/Philosophy of Engineering

discussion of the events that led to the restriction on advice toindividuals, see Stephen Unger’s essay on the topic. 17)Ironically, in a Policy Statement adopted in 2004, IEEE appears to endorse EMCC support of Page 26.1723.8individuals in upholding the Code: The EMCC emphasizes that IEEE is committed to being supportive of any member who acts to uphold the IEEE Code of Ethics. It recognizes that voicing concern about ethical violations could jeopardize a member’s career opportunities. Nevertheless, the EMCC believes that by raising awareness of IEEE’s strong stance on ethical conduct through this Position Paper

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Broad Perspectives on the Chemical Engineering Curriculum

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

W. David Harding, University of New Haven; Brian Harding, Texas A&M University; Peter C. Montagna, University of New Haven

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering

capstone design course at UNH from 2001 through 2004. Peter holds degrees in Chemical Engineering from Michigan Technological University and Yale Univer- sity, and is a Certified Safety Professional, Certified Professional EHS Auditor and Certified EHS Trainer. He is a board member for the Auditing Roundtable, a professional organization dedicated to the develop- ment and professional practice of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) auditing. Throughout his career, Peter has focused on process safety and its principles. He has expertise in Process Safety Management and extensive knowledge of health and safety regulations, industry standards and practices pertaining to chemicals manufacturing

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Graduate Recruitment & Professional Development

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bolun Huang, Microsoft Corp.; Samantha Wang; Narasimha Reddy

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Graduate Studies

several issues with employing the university hiring graph. First, a very smallpercentage of graduates actually get hired by universities and hence this is a small sample of thetotal population. Second, a university professor’s tenure system biases the hiring graph towards a“survival bias”. Given that tenure decision is made within 5-7 years and a typical professor’scareer may span 30 years, most of the information in the hiring graph tends to reflect professorswho get through the tenure process.Third, the longevity of a typical professor’s career makes a hiring decision that reflects on thatprogram for a long period of time. Our analysis reflects this as explained later. Fourth, mostdepartments tend to be small with a faculty size between 20 and