variety of STEM environments ranging fromunderstanding how teaching resources and pedagogies are spread and utilized,9,25–27 perceptionsof other team member interactions,24 retention and persistence issues,28,29 and to understand thesocial process of ethical design.30 Given the body of literature demonstrating the importance ofsocial interactions we propose that diverse individuals should be dispersed throughout thenetwork to encourage meaningful interactions with a wide variety of people, thus warming theclimate of engineering. As engineering educators, we want to avoid groups with high homophilyand relatively few connections to the overall network (i.e., isolated homogenous groups).Homophily represents a bias that leads similar people to
reflection exercises and interactivetheatre sketches on the importance of diversity19,20.MethodologyCritical ethnography and IntersectionalityEthnography, a primary tool of anthropologists, is a common method used to understand culturefrom the perspective of insiders of that culture. Ethnographic methods include participantobservation, field memos, interviews, and focus groups interviews21,22. Our research is rooted incritical ethnography, which “begins with an ethical responsibility to address processes ofunfairness or injustice within a particular lived domain” (p. 5)23. Critical ethnographers take anactive social justice position in making visible oppressive power relations within a culture andapplying their findings to have positive impacts on
and behaviors that teamsfollowed regularly students consistently referred to the importance of psychological safety, clear communication, and work ethic. Some of the examples of these comments include: “We listen to one another and designate individual tasks” “We respect each other and come to meetings prepared” “We reinforce positive performance and attitudes” “We promote psychological safety” “We have been respectful to each other and have done everything that will enhance the experience of teamwork” Many of these responses represent language students used during classroom discussionabout
skills with various types of tools and equipment.13 They tendto have better time management skills than younger students14, greater ethical awareness12, and ahigher work ethic and motivation level.12,13They do face certain challenges, though, due to their non-traditional pathways. They may havechallenges in finding the appropriate graduate program, navigating the admission process, andsecuring funding, since they have been out of the university environment and immersed in adifferent environment.2,15 Once these students are admitted, they may find that they need torefresh their knowledge of higher-level mathematics and learn new computer programs.9Furthermore, they may need to deal with personal and family responsibilities that youngerstudents do
17 0 1 2 3 11 Developing ethical reasoning and/or ethical decision making 11.76% 5.88% 5.88% 17.65% 58.82% 4.06 1.39 0 17 2 1 1 3 10 Learning to analyze and critically evaluate ideas, arguments, and points of view 11.76% 0% 5.88% 23.53% 58.82% 4.18 1.29 0 17 2 0 1 4
thinker, she is now developing and disseminating empirically-grounded models and strategies for improved human competence, motivation, and learning as it relates to the civil engineering profession and the construction industry. She is a discipline-based education researcher who passionately pursues research to develop an agile, ethical, diverse construction workforce enabled to lead, design, and build sustainable, intelligent infrastructure. Her mission is to transform the construction workforce and sustain change. To this end, she undertakes research that enables her to influence postsecondary education and workplace learning pathways; instructional, diversity, recruitment, and retention strategies; and federal
investigation and capturestudent data at scale, while providing direction for future work in subsequent studies. We usedthe quantitative method to collect information from the large (~1200) class of first-yearengineering students. We used qualitative methods to have a better understanding of theworkload problem from multiple perspectives.An ethics board-approved online survey was sent to sample groups of students each week tocover the large class of engineering students. Since our data is not coming from the exact samestudents each week – in an effort to prevent survey fatigue -- our interpretations are based on thereasonable assumption that these pseudo-random sample groups of 20 first-year engineeringstudents are statistically similar samples
the United States. He is a licensed professional engineer in multiple states. Dr. Barry’s areas of research include assessment of professional ethics, teaching and learning in engineering education, nonverbal communication in the classroom, and learning through historical engineering accomplishments. He has authored and co-authored a significant number of journal articles and book chapters on these topics.Dr. James Ledlie Klosky, U.S. Military Academy Led Klosky is a Professor of Civil Engineering at the United States Military Academy at West Point and a past winner of ASEE’s National Teaching Medal. He is a licensed professional engineer and works primarily in the areas of infrastructure, subsurface engineering and
; alphabetical order6. Least contributors; alphabetical order ● *Bare minimum work to be an author is revising; everyone has option to opt-in; those who opt-out will be listed under acknowledgements ● Everyone gets opportunity to read everything before published and “Ok” anonymity ● If individuals (i.e., non-authors) could be identified, share article (or text segments) with them and work collaboratively to address any areas of concern prior to publication or presentation of the work. (ensures ethical validation as per Q3 framework)By initialing below, I acknowledge that I participated in formulating these operating procedures and rulesof conduct. If circumstances change and I feel that they need to be modified, I
Bio-inspired Design Using C-K TheoryIntroductionThe engineer of 2020 is expected to not only offer technical ingenuity but also adapt to acontinuously evolving environment. The ability to operate outside the narrow limits of onediscipline and be ethically grounded in solving the complex problems of the future will also beneeded. To address the competencies of the future engineer, undergraduate education must trainstudents to not only solve engineering challenges that transcend disciplinary boundaries, but alsocommunicate, transfer knowledge, and collaborate across technical and non-technical boundaries.One approach to train engineers in these competencies is teaching biomimicry or bio-inspireddesign in an engineering curriculum, which offers
specifically focused ondiversity), and their intentions to pursue engineering in the future.In addition to being asked parallel questions (to the student questionnaire) about their ownexperiences with diversity, faculty were also queried about curriculum design (both in terms ofexplicit focus on individuals from diverse backgrounds and in terms of the extent to which socialimpacts are considered in the presentation of theory, assessment of learning, and the applicationof technology); the extent to which non-technical professional skills are taught which wouldenable multidisciplinary and multicultural teams to function at a high level; the ethical andprofessional responsibilities of an engineer are communicated in a way which promotes social,global
a general email to thousands, or a brief presentation todozens, the student designers demonstrated an ethic of care by speaking individually with eachstudent.The new Pod members would be equally distributed, and each new Pod would include at leasttwo members of the student design team to serve as seeds of the desired community norms andpractices. During the first term the Pods were expected to meet a 2-5 times to agree on their ownmethods of achieving the four Pod goals. While the student designers developed materials andexamples of activities and practices that were likely to achieve the goals, none were specificallyrequired. This allowed the Pods the flexibility to develop individually, informed by the peopleparticipating.We have also
., Southerland, S.A., Gilmer, P.J., 2006, "Retaining undergraduate women in science, mathematics, and engineering", Journal of College Science Teaching, 36, 34. 11. Pei Cheng Ooi, Michelle T. T. Tan, “Effectiveness of Workshop to Improve Engineering Students’ Awareness on Engineering Ethics”, International Conference on New Horizons in Education, INTE 2014. 12. Micari, M., Drane, D., 2007, "Promoting success: possible factors behind achievement of underrepresented students in a peer-led small-group STEM workshop program", Journal of Women and Minorities in Science and Engineering. 13. Yost, E., Handley, D.M., Cotton, S., Winstead, V., Cater-Steel, A., Cater, E., 2010, "Understanding the links between mentoring
studies. Forward causal questions are about modelestimation (implicit), while reverse causal inference is about asking questions and searching fornew variables that aid in model checking and hypothesis generation (explicit).MATERIALS AND METHODSAn approach for integrating civic engagement and service learning into freshman level coursesand senior capstone classes within the CECM Department is presented below. The aim is to helpproduce an environment where students learn from each other while on internship. This will alsohelp to better understand engineering and ethical codes and standards. Moreover, it is anticipatedthat this approach will create a greater synergy between the university and community partners.Traditionally, a beginning freshman
threads in foundation (math and science), creativity (research, de-sign, and optimization tools), and professionalism (communications, cultural adaptability, ethics,leadership, and teamwork) throughout the curriculum. The reader is referred to 1,2,6 for a detaileddescription of the new pedagogical and organizational structure of our RED project, and to 7 forour preliminary work on the professionalism thread.This paper focuses on the foundation thread of the RED project and describes our team’s effortsto transform the educational experience for our ECE students by demonstrating the importance ofmathematics and the power of mathematical thinking. The foundation thread encompasses bothmath and science, but the focus of this paper is on mathematics
Engineering, MPH in Public Health Education, and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Virginia Tech. Her research interests include broadening participation in engineering, the integration of engineering education and international development, and building capacity in low and middle income countries through inclusive technical education.Dr. Christian Matheis, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University I serve as a Visiting Assistant Professor of Government and International Affairs in the School of Public and International Affairs at Virginia Tech. Concurrently, I serve as a Teaching and Research Associate for the Intercultural Engagement Center at Virginia Tech. My research specializations include ethics, political
their Power Pointlecture notes. The presented material was always linked to previous and future material in thecourse and to the students’ personal experiences. After the mini lecture, hands-on small groupproblem solving was employed to assist students with the engineering economy concepts. Thetime value of money concept was applied to both real-life engineering projects and student’spersonal finance decisions such as student loans, car loans, credit cards, etc. Daily individual andteam quizzes were administered on the assigned readings and the homework assignments andstudents were provided with quick feedback. On one occasion, students were asked to take aposition for or against ethically oriented challenges confronted during benefit cost
team and report progress to the School’s Advisor in private. 4. The existence of a secret project will probably be well known to other students taking the course. Students and faculty not covered by non-disclosures and who are not privy to the details will be naturally curious and in some cases resentful. The very real danger is inadvertent disclosure to colleagues who have no imposed restrictions and may even have their own industrial partners but with less restrictive agreements. Fortunately, after some instruction, the students only initiate some good natured ribbing. 5. A Super-Secret project provides the course instructor with a unique opportunity to discuss and demonstrate common professional ethical and
guided ideation processIt is important to note here, that by virtue of our focus being onwearables and health, participants are also challenged to explore the broader implications ofengineering design including: human factors, ethical considerations, issues related to privacy ofinformation, etc. These are all critical aspects of real-world engineering challenges.Professional SkillsThe need for ongoing professional skills development of students,particularly in engineering, is prevalent. Perhaps most notably, theNational Academy of Engineering publication, The Engineer of20208, outlines a number of desirable attributes among which wefind: communication, creativity, and leadership. It is easy to findthe consensus that technically–focused students
Associate Professor and Mechanics Group Director in the Department of Civil & Mechanical Engineering at the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York. Dr. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, a Master of Science degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and a PhD from Purdue University. Prior to pursuing a career in academics, Dr. Barry spent 10-years as a senior geotechnical engineer and project manager on projects throughout the United States. He is a licensed professional engineer in multiple states. Dr. Barry’s areas of research include assessment of professional ethics, teaching and learning in engineering education, nonverbal communication in the
., “Continuing and emerging issues in engineering ethics education”, TheBridge, 32(2), 8–1, 2002[10] Forster, M., “Higher order thinking skills”, Research Developments, Vol. 11, 2004, Art.1[11] ABET, Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs, 2015-2016 Accreditation Cycle,Engineering Accreditation Commission, 2014, http://www.abet.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/E001-15-16-EAC-Criteria-03-10-15.pdf[12] National Academy of Engineering, “The Engineer of 2020: Visions of Engineering inthe New Century”, The National Academies Press, https://www.nap.edu/catalog/10999/the-engineer-of-2020-visions-of-engineering-in-the-new, 2004[13] Hafkesbrink, J. & Schroll, M., ”INNOVATION 3.0: EMBEDDING INTOCOMMUNITY KNOWLEDGE - COLLABORATIVE ORGANIZATIONAL
work well on technology) teams. Problems and solutions will be examined from societal, cultural, and ethical perspectives. Quality control practices used in manufacturing industries; MET45100 management, statistical control charts, reliability, sampling (Manufacturing 11 plans, economics, computer methods, and test equipment quality control) are presented and applied. Methods to
meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic,environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability.”7This outcome refers to the student’s ability to incorporate design decisions into the context oflarger societal and engineering considerations and infers a larger understanding of real-worldtopics beyond what is taught strictly in engineering coursework. By focusing on the broaderrequirements and constraints of a design, ABET requires students to consider their work as “real-life” and the need of the student to know and apply their engineering knowledge. Outcome (e) refers to the student’s ability to not only solve, but identify engineeringproblems.7 This outcome also
during my abroad experience. B4. I was able to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems during my abroad experience. B5. I was able to acquire an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility during my abroad experience. The WCOE International Initiative: A bold requirement for engineering undergraduates.B6. I gained understanding on the impact of engineering solutions in a global context duringmy abroad experience.B7. I gained understanding on the impact of engineering solutions in an economic,environmental, and societal context during my abroad experience.B8. I was able to recognize the need for engaging in life-long learning during my abroadexperience.B9. I gained knowledge of
onlineplatform could assist with initiating conversations among potential team members and help makethe in-person class sessions more efficient. Thus this work corroborates the decision to implementtools to gauge student interest and list skill sets for better team formation.Faculty at the Franklin W. Olin College have determined that teamwork and team dynamics arecrucial for ensuring a satisfactory Capstone Design experience 7 . Their overall process of teambuilding and formation is very similar to the process followed in this work. They take intoaccount not just student preferences for projects on a 5 scale rating, but also use GPA as ameasure of work ethic, while the authors also use the students skill set. They determine that theinitial teaming
newsletter editor. Dr. Cooper’s research interests include effective teaching, conceptual and inductive learning, integrating writing and speaking into the curriculum and professional ethics. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017No More Death By PowerPoint! Using an Alternative Presentation Model in a ChE Unit Operations Laboratory Course1. IntroductionIt is well-known that effective oral communication skills are critical to the success of chemicalengineering (ChE) graduates in the modern workplace1–8. With this in mind it is important thatChE instructors provide their students with numerous opportunities to practice oralcommunication skills through in-class presentations. However
design, engineering ethics, leadership, service-learning, and accessibility and assistive-technology.Dr. Yung-Hsiang Lu, Purdue University Yung-Hsiang Lu is an associate professor in the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering and (by courtesy) the Department of Computer Science of Purdue University. He is an ACM distinguished scientist and ACM distinguished speaker. He is a member in the organizing committee of the IEEE Rebooting Computing Initiative. He is the lead organizer of the first Low-Power Image Recognition Challenge in 2015, the chair (2014-2016) of the Multimedia Communication Systems Interest Group in IEEE Multimedia Communications Technical Committee. He obtained the Ph.D. from the Department of
paymentare more vulnerable to ethical compromises. We hope and believe that these consequences wouldbe rare without more coverage of personal finance. However, we are sure that including personalfinance will make the consequences even more rare.ReferencesCanada, J.R. (1971), Intermediate Economic Analysis for Management and Engineering, McGraw-Hill.Cassimatis, P. (1988), A Concise Introduction to Engineering Economics, Unwin-Myman.Chi, M. T., M. Bassok, M. W. Lewis, P.W. Reimann, and R. Glaser, R. (1989), “Self‐explanations: How studentsstudy and use examples in learning to solve problems,” Cognitive science, 13(2), pp. 145-182.Collier, C.A. and W.B. Ledbetter (1982), Engineering Cost Analysis, Harper & Row.Creese, R.C., (June 2013), “Present
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, four require service hours, and two have arequired study. Seven GCSPs distinguish themselves by levels of engagement, eight supportstudents with some funding, two provide residence hall for scholars, one requires scholars attenda retreat and two institutions do not award title of scholar until competition of project. This largevariation warrants further research into scholars produced from each program.Future Work & RecommendationsIt is important that scholars are receiving adequate preparation to tackle modern global issueswhile simultaneously understanding the social, economic, environmental, ethical, and technicalissues underlying these challenges. Future research will examine factors that encourage ordissuade undergraduate students