Conference Session

Student Learning and Success

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catelyn A. Evans, Texas A&M University; Ezekiel Joseph McReynolds, Texas A&M University ; Hamidreza Sharifan, Texas A & M University; Janie M. Moore, Texas A&M University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Biological and Agricultural Engineering

Engineering Department. Understanding and classifying the knowledge gapsin the progression of BAE courses can lead to applying the proper integrating techniques in orderto balance and equilibrate the prospective teaching modules.Therefore, in this work we examined specific knowledge concepts considered essential withinthe curriculum at a large southwestern University’s Bio-based engineering program. Theresearch aimed to understand the level of students’ exposure to essential knowledge and suggestrecommendations for an improved comprehensive degree plan. The study used a survey in orderto evaluate knowledge areas required for discipline specific core courses by a program basedassessment of faculty who have taught through at least one academic year

Conference Session

Student Learning and Success

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Deepak R. Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Jennifer Keshwani, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

Tagged Divisions

Biological and Agricultural Engineering

instead of right before it is due. I try to plan ahead more often also so I can do things I want instead of writing a paper or something while my friends are out having fun.’ ‘One thing I have done differently is try to limit my procrastination. A couple years ago I probably would have tried to cram this assignment in last minute, but now I’m completing it on Monday! Another improvement I have made is using a planner, so I make sure I have time to complete all assignments and study for tests.The idea of relationships and connections shows up as a distinct difference between ASMTstudents and their engineering counterparts, which needs further investigation. Students werepassionate about connecting with

Conference Session

Incorporating the Community into the Classroom

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ann D. Christy P.E., Ohio State University; Tara Gupte Wilson, Ohio State University; Owen J. Meehl, Ohio State University

Tagged Divisions

Biological and Agricultural Engineering

accountable and providemotivation to equally share the work.Assigning the final deliverable earlier would also be useful, so students could begin planning thefinal product before in-class work days. That way time in class, with the professor to help withmath or verification of ideas, is not spent brainstorming and designing more general parts of thefinal refrigeration device.Another way to improve the project would be to offer two project ideas, addressing more studentinterests. Students in BAE have such varied interests including food, agricultural, biological, andecological engineering. There are students who want to go to medical school, do research, workin industry, or work on family farms. Thus, for the context of the project to act as a

Conference Session

Incorporating the Community into the Classroom

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hallie E. Supak, Texas A&M University; Victoria Baltazar; Janie M. Moore, Texas A&M University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Biological and Agricultural Engineering

module will focus on best practices and available technology for those steps. Trainingmodules for farmers on different topics, such as fertilizer, already exist. We are using theseresources to help outline what information should be addressed and in what order. We also wantto implement a mixture of tactile, visual, and auditory components to reach all types of learnersacross the language barrier.The medium to present the modules would be best through video and interactive session withtrained volunteers. From interviews with volunteers who have previously working with farmersin Sub-Saharan Africa, movies are impactful because they are uncommon within these ruralcommunities. We plan to use resources such as Camtasia to create videos for the