Paper ID #18099Program Evaluation - STEAM Trunks: Enhancing K-8 Project-Based Learn-ing through Mobile MakerspacesDr. Jessica D. Gale, Georgia Institute of Technology, Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics,and Computing Dr. Jessica Gale is a Research Scientist II at Georgia Tech’s Center for education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC). Her research focuses on project-based learning, STEM inte- gration at the elementary and middle grades levels, design-based implementation research, and fidelity of implementation. Dr. Gale has a particular interest in project-based engineering in
Paper ID #18778Developing Teaching Internships for Science and Engineering Undergradu-ate Students and Project Team Reflection (Evaluation)Dr. Marian S. Kennedy, Clemson University M.S. Kennedy is an Associate Professor within the Department of Materials Science & Engineering at Clemson University. Her research group focused on the mechanical and tribological characterization of thin films, coatings and biological materials. She also contributes to the engineering education community through her research relating to student identity, motivation and undergraduate research programs.Dr. Lisa Benson, Clemson University
Paper ID #20084MakerGames: A Board Game to Help Facilitators Maximize the EducationalPotential of Project-based LearningMr. Matthew Mueller, Tufts University Matthew Mueller is a doctoral student in mechanical engineering at Tufts University and a research assis- tant at the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach (CEEO). While earning his B.S. in mechanical engineering and a minor in engineering education, Matt was a fellow in the Student Teacher Outreach Mentorship Program (STOMP) where he brought hands on engineering activities to a local 2-8 grade classrooms every week. His research so far has focused on how
skills ofcritical thinking, collaboration, and communication. The program provides students with theconfidence needed to enter the dynamic workforce of the future, which requires understanding ofbasic structure, materials and electrical design and computing. This program is guided byproject-based learning, an experiential learning pedagogy that focuses on excitement,engagement, applying the scientific method and engineering process, and making a presentationto demonstrate mastery of these principles. ASPIRE introduces students to the fields of computerscience and engineering. Students participate in hands-on group projects centered on theInternet-of-Things. The experiential learning experience provides students exposure to computerprogramming
. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Implementation and Evaluation of an Engineering-Focused Outreach Program to Improve STEM Literacy (Evaluation)AbstractThis paper presents implementation and evaluation of an engineering-focused outreach programgeared towards exposing the middle and high school student population, especiallyunderrepresented and underserved groups, to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics(STEM) fields and careers. The STEM Academy project is a partnership between NASA,Elizabeth City State University (ECSU), school districts, state agencies, and other STEMenrichment programs. The program adopted a well-established NASA STEM curriculum withproblem-based learning at its core and
in Teaching and Instruction and several years of experience as a public school edu- cator. Working in the Music and Entertainment Technology (MET-Lab) and Creativity Research Lab, his interdisciplinary research explores the underlying cognitive mechanisms and factors of creativity, expres- sion, insight, and flow, specifically within the domain of music performance and improvisation. He has also worked on several research projects which attempt to infuse, design, and evaluate various pedagogical methodologies to enhance creativity and creative problem solving in the classroom.Richard Vallett, Drexel University Richard Vallett received a B.S. degree and M.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Drexel University
; Science Authors and Contact: Project Website: Kerrie A. Douglas Tamara J. Moore http://engrteams.org Purdue University Purdue University douglask@purdue.edu tamara@purdue.edu Project Description The EngrTEAMS project has been developing a suite of 13 integrated STEM curricula for grades 4 – 8. The curricula are hands-on engineering design challenges that integrate mathematics and science grade-appropriate content, mapping to Next Generation Science Standards for engineering and discipline-specific standards. Each unit was inspired by a
and implementing professional development programs, curricula, and assessment of student learning for K-12 teachers in STEM. At the college level, he had collaborated on projects exploring teaching methodologies and assessment strategies in undergraduate courses in the sciences, engineering, and computer science. Dr. Kimmel has received numerous awards in recognition of his service, including: ASEE 1985 Vincent Bendix Minorities in Engi- neering Award, and ASEE CENTENNIAL MEDALION for ”Significant Lasting Impact on Engineering Education,” 1993. The NJIT Foundation Overseers Public and Institute Service Award, 1981 (First Re- cipient) and in 2005; and the Allan R. Cullimore Distinguished Service Award (NJIT) for
engineering as a rich context for integrated STEM learning. She is particularly interested in social justice and socially-conscious pedago- gies for teaching engineering to Pre-college students, especially those pedagogical strategies like project- based service-learning. Sneha holds her Masters in Education-Curriculum and Instruction from Cal Poly Pomona University, and her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies from Azusa Pacific University. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 A Framework to Guide the Implementation of Pre-College Service-Learning Engineering Curricula Sneha A. Tharayil, The University of Texas at AustinIntroduction
student learning via a project-based learningassignment on the corrosion of winter maintenance vehicles in the State of Ohio. The module’seducational objectives were to (1) increase knowledge among high school students about thefactors associated with corrosion, specifically vehicular corrosion, (2) increase studentunderstanding of engineering principles behind corrosion prevention and mitigation, and (3)engage students in multiple interactive, hands-on activities to reinforce their learning. Pre- andpost- assessments were administered to (1) determine if an engineering module would allowstudents to develop a more complex understanding of corrosion engineering problems and higherlevels of corrosion science knowledge, (2) assess whether students
Virginia University Institute of Technology offers an annual summer program for highschool and rising high school students interested in the Science, Technology, Engineering, andMath (STEM) fields. During this program, students spend a week on a college campus attendingSTEM classes taught by college professors, participate in engineering design projects andproblem solving challenges, and attend a STEM related field trip. Participants are mentored byand interact with both STEM professors and undergraduate STEM students throughout the weeknot only during classes and projects, but also during meals and free time. This less formalinteraction outside of classes is crucial in developing rapport with students so they feelcomfortable asking questions and
with customers as an overhead crane technician for KoneCranes. Working in hazardous environments such as chemical plants, steel mills, and mines cultivated a passion for excellence in occupational safety. I completed my Masters of Science at North Carolina State University in December 2016 and am pursuing a Doctorate in Philosophy in Electrical Engineering. My internships at Ford Motor Company in Detroit, Michigan, USA and ABB Corporate Research Center in D¨atwill, Aargau, Switzerland provided me with hands on testing and design experience in power electronics. I reciprocated my value to the projects through improving testing procedures, redesigning main testing facilities, and improving the schedule outlook of
lead an Innovative Curriculum Design Team and directed OSU faculty and students in the research component of the project. On the smART project, Kerry serves as the arts partner and K-12 education specialist.Dr. Deborah M. Grzybowski, Ohio State University Dr. Deborah Grzybowski is a Professor of Practice in the Department of Engineering Education and the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at The Ohio State University. She received her Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering and her B.S. and M.S. in Chemical Engineering from The Ohio State University. Her research focuses on making engineering accessible to all students, including students with visual impairments, through the use of art-infused curriculum
-LSMSAmakersclubrepresentsasuccessfulandatruemanifestationofSTEMeducationathighschoolincludingcollaborationwithhighereducationalinstitution.Introduction:Effortstoimprovescience,technology,engineering,andmathematics(STEM)educationingrades K–12 are not new. Since the 1960s there have been lots of efforts to developcurriculum projects for science and mathematics. As a matter of fact we currently evenhave national standards documents to implement such STEM education. Yet, despite theincreasedattentiontoSTEMinpolicyandfundingarenas,STEMeducationinsomestatesisstilllackingandrequiresaspecialattention.Enquiry-based learning and deeper understanding has gained significant attention lately[1,2].Duetoitsimportance,lotsofeffortsfocusedrecentlyontheK-12STEMeducation.Recentlymanyreformshaveappearedtoaddressthescientificreasoning,criticalthinking,andproblemsolvingapproaches.Oneofthewaystoaddresstheenquiry
data analysis (qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methodological) for studies in developmental, educational, and counseling contexts. E-mail: Reagan.Curtis@mail.wvu.eduJohnna Bolyard, West Virginia University Johnna Bolyard is an Associate Professor of elementary and middle grades mathematics education in the College of Education and Human Services at West Virginia University. Her research interests focus on the development of mathematics teachers, particularly how K-8 teachers develop into mathematics teacher leaders.Dr. Darran Cairns, West Virginia University Darran is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at West Virginia University. He is also the Project Director for Project
-of-school environments, including museums, science centers, afterschool programs, preschools, and everyday settings.Dr. Monae Verbeke, Institute for Learning Innovation Dr. Verbeke is an interdisciplinary researcher in the informal science learning. She has worked inter- nationally on projects incorporating a wide range of science learning institutions. As senior research associate for the Institute for Learning Innovation, she leads research and development of learning tools in the areas of science literacy. science interest and self-efficacy.Marcie Benne, Oregon Museum of Science and IndustryPam Greenough Corrie MS, Mt. Hood Community College Pam Greenough Corrie is the Head Start/Early Head Start Director for Mt
human condition. Engineering service learning and biomedicalprojects are presented to pique the interest of a broad population of students. ENGR 102 HSallows students to try hands-on, design and build projects while still in high school where therisk is low and teacher scaffolding and contact time is high. This broad approach to anintroduction to engineering course at the high school level is important to attracting the mostdiverse, brightest, and creative problem-solvers into the profession.This paper will briefly describe the ENGR 102 HS course curriculum. Five years of studentcourse evaluation survey data (2011-2012 to 2015-2016) for 1469 students both female (N= 289)and male (N=1180) were explored. Statistically significant differences were
- St. Louis Section. He has eight years of formal experience with K-12 engineering education.Dr. Shannon M. Sipes, Indiana University Shannon M. Sipes is an instructional consultant in the Center for Innovative Teaching and Learning at IU. In this role she provides professional development and individual consultation services for faculty with questions regarding their own teaching and student learning. Prior to her current role, she has served as the director of assessment helping faculty members with SOTL projects and classroom assessment. Shannon holds B.S. and M.A. degrees in psychology and a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction with a focus on higher education.Mr. Jacob W. Benton, Primoris Services Corporation
to teach specific relevant math and sciencecontent standards and objectives, and receive formative feedback and content knowledgecoaching as they implement, evaluate and refine those lessons.Project TESAL (Teachers Engaged in Science And Literacy) is a three-year professionaldevelopment program that includes annual two-week summer face-to-face intensive professionaldevelopment opportunities and four additional day-long experiences throughout the school year.In addition, project personnel observe participants’ classroom instruction, providing feedbackand support on implementation of Engineering Design-focused lessons. In this paper, wedescribe the program and evaluation findings from the first two years of implementation.Project TESAL
of researchers to create a program to improve learning STEM in elementary grades, and the team was awarded an NSF Math and Science partnership called Science Learning Through Engineering Design (SLED). Kelley is cur- rently the PI on an NSF I-Test project called Teachers and Researchers Advancing Integrated Lessons in STEM (TRAILS). TRAILS prepares science and technology education teachers to integrate STEM content through biomimicry inspired engineering design within the context of entomology. Dr. Kelley the program coordinator for the engineering/technology teacher education program at Purdue. Dr. Kelley is also leading the second year Design Thinking course for the Purdue Polytechnic Insti- tute. The course
applications, including surface enhanced Raman scattering and anti-fouling surfaces. He also develops nanotechnol- ogy based lessons that integrate the STEM disciplines and develops human centered design projects that engage students in engineering. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 The Effects of Design Thinking Methods on Pre-Service PK-12 Engineering and STEM Teacher Capabilities, Confidence and Motivation in Creativity (Work in Progress)Rationale and BackgroundCreativity is an essential habit of mind for engineers and inherent in the engineering designprocess.1 Creative thinking in design is a focus of engineering education and K-12 engineeringand technology
Essential Teamwork and Leadership skills The engineering design process Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical EngineeringEven though students were introduced to all types of engineering, they only did hands-on, minds-on activities on three major engineering disciplines: civil, mechanical, and electrical through acomprehensive project that combined the three.PreparationEngineering is quite a broad field so the instructor had to be very careful on how to introduce itto the students and how to make students interested in the subject as well as keep them engagedduring the program since they had to spend about 6.5 hrs every day from Monday to Friday inthe classroom. To achieve this, a balance among concepts, hands-on
techniques in design evaluation ofoffshore and subsea structures. He has strong background on the design, analysis and evaluation of off-shore platforms and subsea structures, equipment as per API, ASME, ABS, DNV and other standards. Dr.Alam has very strong proficiency in finite element analysis (static (linear, nonlinear), dynamic, Impact,Thermal, CFD) using ANSYS and ABAQUS. He did design and analysis of offshore and subsea productfor BP, Exxon, Total, Murphy, Statoil, etc. oil companies.SYNERGISTIC ACTIVITIES 1. Dr. Alam has received 2 research grants from two agencies to sup-port his research prior to join at TAMUK. 2. Dr. Alam applied for several grants to several agenciesprior to join at TAMUK: Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA
teachers and the curriculum provider Engineering byDesign (EbD). Our workpresents an integration of novel curriculum materials—soft robotics, in contrast to traditionalrobotics—and methods—design-based research—to shed light on high-school student STEMperceptions and how instructional design can be leveraged to affect those perceptions. We arenearing completion of year two of the project, and are able to share findings relevant to ASEE’sPrecollege Engineering Education Division including lessons learned from the application ofdesign-based research methods; the present state of our curriculum materials; and preliminaryfindings regarding changes in student STEM motivation, self-efficacy, and interest in the contextof the curriculum experience.Novel
to his graduate work in the United States, he obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Malaysia and has participated in research projects involving offshore structures in Malaysia. As a graduate part-time instructor at Texas Tech University, he teaches an intro- ductory course in engineering to freshmen undergraduate students. He has taught at Texas Tech University since the fall of 2013.Mr. Siddhartha Gupta, Texas Tech University Siddhartha Gupta is a third-year PhD student in the department of Chemical Engineering at Texas Tech. He received a bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology and subsequently worked as shift engineer for two years with a Fortune 500 chemical company
to disseminate the core of our research to the K-12 community and build thepipeline of young scientists and engineers who will be prepared to continue the important workof identifying and solving the grand global challenges of the future.Program DescriptionAt its core, the program teaches middle and high school teachers and students how to apply theEngineering Design Process (EDP) to solve real world problems through a project basedapproach. The prompt presented to participants is: Design a wearable device for a human,animal, or both, to address a “One Health” related issue. The One Health Initiative2 bringslight to issues at the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health. This promptencourages creativity in the brainstorming
School of Science and Technology, where she also created and taught a year-long, design-based engineering course for seniors. Forbes earned her PhD in civil engineering, with an engineering education research focus.Dr. Jacquelyn F. Sullivan, University of Colorado, Boulder Jacquelyn Sullivan has led the multi-university TeachEngineering digital library project, now serving over 3.3M unique users (mostly teachers) annually, since its inception. She is founding co-director of the design-focused Engineering Plus degree program and CU Teach Engineering initiative in the University of Colorado Boulder’s College of Engineering and Applied Science. With the intent of transforming en- gineering to broaden participation
. Currently, she is the Project Director of the Cincinnati Engineering Enhanced Math and Science Program.Dr. Anant R. Kukreti, University of Cincinnati ANANT R. KUKRETI, Ph.D., is Director for Engineering Outreach and Professor in the Department of Biomedical, Chemical and Environmental Engineering at the University of Cincinnati (UC), Cincinnati Ohio, USA. He joined UC on 8/15/00 and before that worked 22 years at University of Oklahoma. He teaches structural mechanics, with research in steel structures, seismic analysis and design, and engineer- ing education. He has won five major university teaching awards, two Professorships, two national ASEE teaching awards, and is internationally recognized in his primary research
Progress)Abstract The goal of this project is to address and contribute to the ever-growing demand todevelop innovative and interactive education modules, catered towards K-12 students, which willencourage them to pursue a career path in computer engineering, a STEM field area, upongraduating from high school. Even though kids are experienced in using consumer electronicgadgets, they rarely understand the basics of how these devices were built. Exposing them to thefoundations of computer hardware, may encourage them to think about how basic computeroperations are performed. In addition to developing multiple tools, to teach kids about theworking of logic gates, decimal-to-binary conversion, and representing positive and negativenumbers, in
@purdue.edu sguzey@purdue.edu Amanda C. Johnston1 Hillary E. Merzdorf2 Elizabeth Suazo-Flores2 Murat Akarsu2 johnst78@purdue.edu merzdor@purdue.edu esuazo@purdue.edu markarsu@purdue.edu 1 2 3 Riverside Intermediate School, Purdue University, University of Minnesota Project Description The EngrTEAMS project has been developing a suite of 13 integrated STEM curricula for grades 4 – 8. The curricula are hands-on engineering design challenges that integrate mathematics and science grade- appropriate content, mapping to Next Generation Science Standards for engineering and discipline-specific standards. Each unit was inspired by