avoiding redundancies and in identifying other groups that have alreadyfound solutions to problems they might be facing. Doing so would speed up implementation ofprojects and reduce overall research-related expenses. Discovering the linkages among thesevarious frameworks and systems could aid in discovering unique pathways to complex problemsthat would go otherwise unnoticed. Reverse-engineering of the brain, for instance, could greatlyreduce the cost of computational power by greatly enhancing processing speeds of computersystems. This in turn enables developing countries access to cheaper and more efficientinformation and communication technology (ICT). Likewise, giving better access to the internetcould provide people in developing countries a
and of immediate value to the industry. Engineering education is the process of training engineers for the purposes of initiating, facilitating, and implementing technological development in society. Preparing students who are very knowledgeable of the technical fundamentals as well as the professional skills of engineering is considered the main objective of engineering education (p. 2).”2.3 Other Post-Conflict and Developing Countries ExperienceUNESCO (1998) describes that without a sufficient number of higher education and researchinstitutions that can provide “a critical mass of skilled and educated people, no country canensure genuine endogenous and sustainable development and, in particular, developing
learning experiences to support teachers’ ability to promote mathematical reasoning in middle and high school classrooms. Dr. Lesseig served as principal investigator on an NSF MSP grant designed to support middle grades teachers in implementing STEM Design Challenges. WIP: Infusing Empathy into Engineering Design: Supporting Under- Represented Student Interest and Sense of BelongingnessIntroduction to the Work-in-Progress StudyHow can we utilize our research knowledge to impact our methodology as educators and changethe perceptions of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) and who belongsin STEM careers? Some states have adopted the New Generation Science Standards (NGSS) fork-12 public schools
implications andfuture work.Literature ReviewThe Normality of Failure within Engineering Engineers design and analyze technologies via an engineering design process (EDP).EDPs typically include: defining the engineering problem via a problem statement or goal,constraints, and criteria; conducting background research about the problem and how others havetried to solve it; brainstorming multiple possible design ideas; selecting an idea to implement (adesign) and creating a plan for that design; testing the design against criteria; analyzing testresults to see where the design failed and succeeded against design criteria; planningimprovements for the next design; and iterating, i.e., repeating parts of the design process todevelop subsequent, and
Paper ID #18567Evaluating the Potential of fNIRS Neuroimaging to Study Engineering Prob-lem Solving and DesignDr. Jacob R. Grohs, Virginia Tech Jacob Grohs is an Assistant Professor in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech with Affiliate Faculty status in Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics and the Learning Sciences and Technologies at Virginia Tech. He holds degrees in Engineering Mechanics (BS, MS) and in Educational Psychology (MAEd, PhD).Dr. Tripp Shealy, Virginia Tech Tripp Shealy is an Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Virginia Tech and prin- cipal faculty in the Myers-Lawson School
process to their work. He is interested in the intersection of designerly epistemic identities and vocational pathways. Dr. Lande is the PI/co-PI on NSF-funded projects focused on engineering doing and making, citizen science and engineering outreach, and ”revolutionizing” engineering education. He has also been an instructor and participant in the NSF Innovation Corps for Learning program. He re- ceived his B.S in Engineering (Product Design), M.A. in Education (Learning, Design and Technology) and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering (Design Education) from Stanford University. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 What Does Career and Personal Success Look Like
. There she provided leadership in the development of a new integrated university science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) center and was Di- rector of the Science and Engineering Fair of Houston. She also directed the SICSA Space Architecture and Aerospace graduate programs. She has devoted her life to furthering engineering, engineering educa- tion, and the pursuit of human space exploration. Dunbar worked for The Rockwell International Space Division Company building Space Shuttle Columbia and worked for 27 years at NASA, first as a flight controller; then as a mission specialist astronaut, where she flew five space shuttle flights, logging more than 50 days in space; and then served for 7 years as a
only 13% of the engineering workforce are women. Also,underrepresented minorities earn a small proportion of the science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM) degrees, and represent an even smaller proportion of the workforce. Forexample, while approximately 11% of the total workforce is Black, only 6% of the STEMworkforce is Black (U.S. Department of Education, 2016). Often cited issues for leavingengineering are uncomfortable and unsupportive work climates (Singh, Fouad, Fitzpatrick, &Chang, 2014). Women who have earned bachelors degrees in engineering left engineering atmuch higher rates than men, and these women cite issues of poor workplace climates, bosses, orculture (Singh et al. 2014). Women who stayed in engineering cite
15 gives engineering and technology a greater focus. In our approach, Common CoreState Standards for Mathematics 16 content domains (e.g., ratios and proportional relationships,statistics and probability), and standards for mathematical practice (e.g., making sense ofproblems and persevering in solving them, modeling mathematics, choosing appropriate tools)are integrated with science and engineering practices from next generation standards (e.g.,“asking questions/defining problems”, “using mathematics/computational thinking”), as well ascrosscutting concepts focused on “systems/system models” 17. Engineering design projectsprovide extensive opportunities for engaging in practices common to both the CSSM andFramework: defining problems
Paper ID #19659Are Better Teaching Methods the Answer to Improved Math Proficiency orAre We Simply Barking Up the Wrong Tree?Mr. Guo Zheng Yew, Texas Tech University Guo Zheng Yew is doctoral candidate in civil engineering at Texas Tech University with a focus on finite element analysis and glass mechanics. Prior 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 introductory course in engineering to freshmen undergraduate
/ 4. Carlson & Berry (2008) Using Computer-Mediated Peer Review in an Engineering Design Course. IEEE Transactions of the Professional Communication Society 51 (3): 264-279.board for engineering and technology (ABET) requires that, among other professional
University of Virginia. Her primary research focus is on engineering pedagogy at the undergraduate level. She is particularly interested in active, collaborative, and problem-based learning, and how these can be applied to improve conceptual learning. She is also interested in the ways hands-on activities and technology in general and games in particular can be used to improve student engagement.Dr. Jeffrey C. Evans P.E., Bucknell University Jeffrey C. Evans, Ph.D., P.E., F. ASCE is Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering and Chair, Department of Mechanical Engineering at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, PA. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Twelve Years of
currently collaborating with the School of Engineering at the University Andres Bello at Santiago, Chile. Angeles holds a bachelor degree in Physics Engineering from Tecnologico de Monterrey and a doctoral degree in Mathematics Education from Syracuse Univer- sity, NY. Dr. Dominguez is a member of the Researchers’ National System in Mexico (SNI-1) and has been a visiting researcher at Syracuse University, at UT-Austin and at Universidad Andres Bello. She teaches undergraduate courses in Mathematics, graduate courses in Education, and is a thesis advisor on the master and doctoral programs on education at the Tecnologico de Monterrey. Her main research areas are: models and modeling, use of technology to improve learning
50 18Decision-making 46 14Collecting information 41 20Seeing the big picture 35 16Feasibility analysis 31 14 Most engineers talked about the necessity to understand customers’ needs beforeproceeding with a project. To understand customers’ needs can include understandingtheir goals, specific requirements, their criteria for a project, and problems that need tobe solved. In terms of understanding customers’ needs, Ishmael, having worked ininformation technology for ten years, pointed out that
their comments asthe basis for follow-up questions. Fourth, teachers can ask questions with a high cognitive level,or questions that move beyond basic recall and enable students to engage in bigger questionssuch as why and how something has occurred. Fifth, and most importantly, teachers canencourage students to contribute their own questions to the conversation. Student-generatedquestions had the greatest impact on whether or not a conversation would become dialogic orwould stay monologic. In Nystrand’s research, the presence of just one student question raisedthe rate of a dialogic spell by 200%.Although Nystrand’s study has broad application to Science, Technology, Engineering,Mathematics (STEM) disciplines, it was conducted in history and
smart phones and cloud-basedsoftware to help develop new course materials while the students in the class were exposed to 3Dscanning with 123D Catch. This reverse engineering technology content is in addition to thereverse engineering project student teams have to complete by usually studying a commercial toythrough the reverse engineering methodology.3D Scanning with Conventional Equipment and Smart PhonesTypical commercial 3D scanners involve either the use of a mobile laser source, camera and asoftware program in the case of a FARO arm or a still camera, turntable, and a software programin the case of Konica Minolta Vivid 910. Software programs make use of multiple scans fromdifferent angles to put together a 3D object. The Konica Minolta
experience reminded me why I wanted to be an engineer in the first place, to help people and solve the world’s problems.”4. Over the past four years, how has your participation as an Engineering Pathways fellow changed your perception of how you can impact your profession or community in the future (local, national or global).All mentioned that this program brought them some aspect of enlightened understanding thatengineering is more than just a technological profession, but also a humanitarian contribution tothe world. Several mentioned learning that it was possible to contribute now without waiting forcompletion of the the degree or years in the profession to contribute to the global community.Some of these were not the answers expected
, and with current trends inengineering technology and manufacturing (e.g., the “maker movement,” the proliferation ofdata-gathering sensors on consumer products, etc.), this trend is likely to accelerate even more inthe coming future. In addition, computer programing has become an essential part of dataanalysis2-4 and simulation5,6 in biomedical research. As interacting with computing-enabledevices becomes easier and more prevalent, it is possible that engineers will graduate with theability to quickly navigate user interfaces but without a detailed, theoretical knowledge ofcomputing fundamentals. Especially in the rapidly-evolving, multidisciplinary field ofbiomedical engineering (BME), there is constant pressure to add new subjects to the
,but at larger scale. Possible causes and recommendations are provided as part of this work.IntroductionThere is an increasing need to prepare future engineers with technical and professional skills tobe competitive in the global market. Technical knowledge has been traditionally taught in aneffective way but the professional skills had been placed in a second tier. This has been the trenduntil the new global economy and information technology developments started calling forengineers with traits and abilities beyond the technical knowledge. Teamwork, communication,and global awareness skills are now essential topics in the engineering curriculum. As a result,students are exposed to educational experiences where such competencies can be
confidence in STEM and impacts on retention.Dr. Kimberly Catton P.E., Colorado State University Professor of Practice Mechanical EngineeringMr. Bert Vermeulen, Colorado State University Bert Vermeulen earned bachelors and masters degrees in mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a masters degree in business from Stanford University. He has been teaching engineering design classes and introductory engineering classes at Colorado State University since 2009. Prior to teaching, Bert had over 20 years of practical industry experience in engineering, management, and entrepreneurship. His courses are focused on providing practical hands-on engineering experience. In addition to teaching
Interpersonal Cooperation in Organizations.” Academy of Management Journal 38(1): 24–59.59. Pinjani, Praveen, and Prashant Palvia. 2013. “Trust and Knowledge Sharing in Diverse Global Virtual Teams.” Information & Management 50(4): 144–53. http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.im.2012.10.002.60. Santoro, Michael D., and Patrick A. Saparito. 2003. “The Firm’s Trust in Its University Partner as a Key Mediator in Advancing Knowledge and New Technologies.” IEEE Transactions on Engineering Management 50(3): 362–73.61. Spector, Michele D., and Gwen E. Jones. 2004. “Trust in the Workplace: Factors Affecting Trust Formation between Team Members.” The Journal of Social Psychology 144(3): 311–21.62. Tsai, Wei-Chi, Nai-Wen Chi, Alicia A. Grandey, and Sy
functions in an academic setting (specifically in the STEM fields).Coleen Carrigan, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Professor Coleen Carrigan is a feminist anthropologist and an Assistant Professor of Science, Technology and Society (STS) at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. She investigates the historical and cultural dimensions of underrepresented groups’ participation in science, technology and engineering and the reasons why white males still dominate these fields. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Engaging engineers in inclusive cultural change through a new method, Articulating a Succinct DescriptionAbstractIn this paper, we
Paper ID #18224On Student Collaboration and Competition in an Inquiry-based Multi-userCommunications and Jamming ExerciseKirsten R. Basinet, Western Washington University Kirsten R. Basinet is pursuing a master’s degree in computer science at Western Washington University, where she graduated in 2016 with a B.S. in electrical engineering. She is passionate about communications systems, broadcast technologies, STEM education, accessibility, and sustainable engineering.Prof. Andrew G. Klein, Western Washington University Andrew G. Klein joined Western Washington University (WWU) in 2014 and is currently an associate professor
division and it is consistent with the divisionobjectives. Consistent with the objective above, the subject matter of global warming ismultidisciplinary and directly related to engineering education. Engineering educators andengineering students must be aware of the impacts of global warming and the causes such astransportation, electricity generation, industrial waste, nuclear waste, and many other relevantexisting technologies that contribute to global warming. It is essential for future generations to beeducated in this field. Awareness that our research paper related to the mentioned topic willdefinitely direct it towards this aim. Specifically, creating a carbon free environment that issustainable and cost effective should reduce global
to get student feedback on your performance as a GTA independent from the instructor(s) for future job applications • Pay attention to how courses are structured, material is presented, and students are assessed in order to assess pros and cons of different strategiesCo-instructionAn initiative of one of the Deans of Engineeringat our university was to create a teaching Professor Perspectivefellowship funded by the Engineering School.The development of this internship was inspired “I implemented the teaching internship programby the Woodruff School Doctoral Teaching at UVA because in my own experience, myIntern Program in place at the Georgia Institute participation in a similar program at Georgiaof Technology
Paper ID #18205Developing a Robust Teaching Portfolio as a Doctoral Student in a Research-Intensive Engineering ProgramDr. Anahid Behrouzi, California Polytechnic State University - San Luis Obispo Anahid Behrouzi is a new assistant professor at Cal Poly - San Luis Obispo and recently completed her doctoral degree in civil engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She has been involved with STEM education beginning in 2003 as a volunteer and summer instructor with the North Carolina Museum of Life and Science. She has been engaged with undergraduate/ graduate course deliv- ery in the topic areas of
teachers to engage as a cohort over the thirteen month period. However, thetarget of 24 teachers was not met although more than 300 teachers were invited to this program.Table 1. K-12 Teacher Participation 1st PD Session 2nd PD Session 3rd PD Session 18 teachers 18 teachers 17 teachersA total of three teachers attended all three full day professional development sessions. Anadditional ten teachers attended two of the three face-to-face sessions.To qualify for participation in this program, teachers had to teach one of the STEM subjects(science, technology, engineering, or mathematics) or had to make a strong proposal why theircontent area supported STEM education. Of the 37
given the growingscope of the challenges ahead and the complexity and diversity of the technologies of the 21 stcentury, creativity will grow in importance” (p. 55).1 However, creativity is not typicallyemphasized in the traditional engineering curriculum and, rather, is relegated to design coursesor entrepreneurship minors. Few core technical courses incorporate elements that requirestudents to demonstrate aspects of the creative process in their assigned work. In fact, researchhas shown that both faculty and students feel that creativity, “is not valued in contemporaryengineering education” (p. 762).2This lack of focus on the creative process in the engineering curriculum has been hypothesized tobe a factor in the retention of engineering
Paper ID #19712When to Provide Feedback? Exploring Human-Co-Robot Interactions in En-gineering EnviromentsChristian Enmanuel Lopez, The Pennsylvania State University Christian Lopez Bencosme, is currently a Ph.D. student at Harold and Inge Marcus Department of Indus- trial and Manufacturing Engineering at the Pennsylvania State University. He has worked as an Industrial Engineer in both the Service and Manufacturing sectors before pursuing his Ph.D. His current research focused on the design and optimization of systems and intelligent assistive technologies through the ac- quisition, integration, and mining of large
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