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Innovations in Curriculum, Projects, and Pedagogy in Aerospace Engineering Education

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chadia A. Aji, Tuskegee University; M. Javed Khan, Tuskegee University

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3 © American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 2019 ASEE 126th National Conferencethought processes on the white board, working out problems, using “Jeopardy” style games forreviewing the concepts, etc. The post-class work included graded homework problems tostrengthen the concepts.The Motivation Strategies for Learning Questionnaire (MSLQ) [55] was administered to thestudents of the intervention and control groups to measure the five dimensions (a) Self efficacy,(b) Intrinsic value, (c) Test anxiety, (d) Cognitive strategy use, and (e) Self-regulation. Students’perceptions of the flipped classroom were determined with a Flipped Classroom survey. Theseinstruments had a 5-point

Conference Session

Aerospace Teaching and Learning II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Praveen Shankar, Arizona State University; Jenefer Husman, Arizona State University; Valana L. Wells, Arizona State University; Wen-Ting Chung, Arizona State University

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. Example items from this subscale are, “I am confident I can do an excellent job on theassignments and tests in XXX course”. “I’m confident I can understand the basic concepts taughtin XXX class,” and “I expect to do well in XXX class.” The students responded on a Likert-typescale ranging from 1 (not at all true of me) to 7 (very true of me).Engineering Self-Efficacy survey (ENGSE)Developed by Senay Yasar [15] and adapted for use in this study, this scale follows therecommendations of Bandura [16] for constructing task-specific measures of self-efficacy. Itemsexamined students’ confidence for being able to perform the specific course objectives, andproblem solving tasks within the aerodynamics course. There are a total of eleven items.Example

Conference Session

STEM Education Tied to Aerospace Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rachel Jannette McFalls-Brown, Mississippi State University; Mahnas Jean Mohammadi-Aragh, Mississippi State University; Rani W. Sullivan, Mississippi State University; Danielle Grimes, Mississippi State University

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aerospace engineering students and analyzed the students’ self-reported background factors, engineering identity, and engineering self-efficacy. Studentinformation such as GPA, retention information, demographics, SAT/ACT scores, and initialmajor of study were acquired from the university and analyzed with the self-reported data todetermine significant measures of success. The results of our investigation can inform the designand implementation of pre-college engineering programs.Introduction The workforce demand for engineers is increasing, but student retention and graduationrates are staying constant which means that soon the need for engineers in the United States willsurpass the engineering population. Only 57% of engineering

Conference Session

Aerospace Engineering Education

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chadia A. Aji, Tuskegee University; M. Javed Khan, Tuskegee University

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Diversity

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Aerospace

)they are interested, and 5) they feel cared about by the instructor and/or other students” [13].Marzano, Pickering and Heflebowen [14] noted that a pedagogical environment that elicits positiveresponses to questions: “a) How do I feel? b) Am I interested? c) Is it important? and d) Can I dothis?” may indicate an engaged student. Such an environment leads to self-efficacy which has beendefined by Bandura [15] as "how well one can execute courses of action required to deal withprospective situations". Academic achievement and self-efficacy have been empirically shown tobe related [16]-[20]. Successful learning enhances an individual’s self-efficacy [21]-[23].The objective of this work is to assess an innovative active learning environment. In

Conference Session

Student Success, Learning Strategies, and Retention in the Aerospace Industry

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Chadia A. Aji, Tuskegee University; M. Javed Khan, Tuskegee University; Ana M. Tameru, Tuskegee University

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research. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2020 Innovative Learning Strategies to Engage Students CognitivelyAbstractThe role of cognitive engagement in promoting deep learning is well established. This deeplearning fosters attributes of success such as self-efficacy, motivation and persistence. However,the traditional chalk-and-talk teaching and learning environment is not conducive to engagestudents cognitively. The biggest impediment to implementing an environment for deep learningsuch as active-learning is the limited duration of a typical class period most of which isconsumed by lecturing. In this paper, best practices and strategies for cognitive engagement ofstudents in the classroom are

Conference Session

Aerospace Curriculum and Collaborations

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Valana L. Wells, Arizona State University; Jenefer Husman, Arizona State University; Praveen Shankar, Arizona State University; Wen-Ting Chung, Arizona State University

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Aerospace

Bandura11 for constructing task-specific measures of self-efficacy. Items examined students’ confidence in their ability to perform the specific course outcomes and to solve problems within the aerodynamics course. There are a total of eleven items. Example items from this scale are, “I am confident in my ability to Page 22.1256.10 apply lifting-line solutions to solve for pressure, lift, and drag on wings,” “I am confident in my ability to describe how airfoil characteristics affect the aerodynamic performance of the airfoil,” and “I am confident in my ability use post-processing software (Fieldview) to analyze airfoils and wings

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STEM Education Tied to Aerospace Engineering

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hansel Burley, Texas Tech University; Terrance Denard Youngblood, Texas Tech University; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Texas Tech University; Casey Michael Williams, Texas Tech University

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, observation b) Significantly more positive self-efficacy when faced with a STEM-related problem. i) Pre/post attitudinal survey; key interviews, observation c) Significantly improved intentions to take STEM-related courses after the program. i) Pre/post attitudinal survey; key interviews, observation d) Significantly improved self-efficacy in regard to 21st century skills 62) SystemsGo’s participants will finish the program with significantly improved 21st century skills, including teamwork and collaboration, communication, leadership, and problem solving. (reaching some pre-determined criterion) a) Exhibit significantly more positive

Conference Session

Aerospace Technical Session

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Edward Crawley, MIT; Robert Niewoehner, United States Naval Academy; Jean Koster, University of Colorado, Boulder

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Aerospace

development skills necessary to translate technicalknowledge into competitive products; and self confidence in learning (self-efficacy). We’ve introduced the innovative adaptation of new tools for student learning assessment toaeronautics education. Assessment of self-confidence in learning will be used both as animportant educational outcome and as a means to better understand the dynamics of careerdevelopment. There is a rich literature that has addressed the importance of having self-confidence that one can successfully perform the tasks necessary to achieve larger goals. Thisform of self-confidence, called self-efficacy,22 is not a general personality trait like self-esteem,but instead varies from one domain to another as individuals gain

Conference Session

Aerospace Division Technical Session

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chadia A. Aji, Tuskegee University; M. Javed Khan, Tuskegee University

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analyses provided additional information about the effectiveness of the intervention.A comparison of the pre-intervention responses of male and female participants (Table 2) showedthat there were some differences in attitudes. Of the four dimensions on which the difference wasstatistically significant, males ascribed higher importance to math for getting a good job (D1).However, females exhibited higher self-efficacy in math (D2) and good aptitude for science (D3).Females also indicated that the use of flight simulator in learning math and science can be helpful(D5).A comparison of the post-intervention responses of males and females showed a higher impact ofthe intervention on females (Table 2). Females had a higher recognition of the usefulness

Conference Session

Aerospace Engineering Education

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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M. Javed Khan, Tuskegee University; Chadia A. Aji, Tuskegee University

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Aerospace

the self-efficacy to function in a complex solutionspace. Research literature suggests that a continuum of intellectual understanding of the worldviewexists. This continuum varies from a dualistic worldview on one end of the spectrum to a more 1 © American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 2019 ASEE 126th National Conferenceflexible pluralistic worldview on the other end. It is expected that students develop a more nuancedunderstanding of the problem spaces through their progression in college. However, movementalong this spectrum is usually far from expectations. The problems to

Conference Session

Aerospace First-Year Project-Based Learning

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alok K. Verma, Old Dominion University

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Aerospace

of Chief State Offices, 2005, vol. 10 issue 3. 4. T. Boe, The next step for educators and the technology industry: Investing in teachers. Educational Technology, 1989, 29(3), 39-44. 5. Bureau of Labor Statistics http://www.bls.gov/oco/ocos027.htm 6. C. Czerniak, .& M. Schriver, An examination of preservice science teachers' beliefs and behaviors as related to self-efficacy. Journal of Science Teacher Education, 1994, Volume 5, Number 3, 77-86. 7. N. Fisher, K. Gerdes., T. Logue, L. Smith & I Zimmerman, Improving students' knowledge and attitudes of science through use of hands-on activities. (ERIC Document Reproduction Service No. ED 436 352).1998 8. J. Harvey, & S. Purnell, S

Conference Session

Aerospace Student Projects, Engineering Design and Research

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Michael C. Hatfield, University of Alaska Fairbanks; Catherine F. Cahill, University of Alaska Fairbanks; Peter W. Webley, University of Alaska Fairbanks

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, 2013 [3]) sums up the status of K-12education in the US. Several programs have been launched aimed at remedying this situation.Project-based active learning opportunities have been empirically determined to be effective in studentengagement and learning (Prince 2004 [4]; Thomas, 2000 [5]). Project-based learning environmentscan be designed to enhance teamwork, communication skills, understanding of application of STEM inreal life, and self-efficacy. Unfortunately, schools that primarily serve under-represented groups oftendo not have the resources to provide such learning environments. Simply stated, there is a longer-termneed to have more students target STEM related careers, and the best way to do this is via engaginghands-on project-based

Conference Session

Aerospace Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kuldeep S Rawat, Elizabeth City State University; Ellis Eugene Lawrence, Elizabeth City State University; Robin Renee Mangham, Elizabeth City State University; Orestes Devino Gooden, Elizabeth City State University

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and science. The program must aim to foster students’ interest in coresubjects, engagement in learning activities, and improved self-efficacy, which is central to thedevelopment of students’ academic motivation [10].Studies have shown that rural students are less likely to attend colleges, have greater gapsbetween high school graduation and entering college, and are less likely to be continuouslyenrolled in college [11]. In addition, many rural students don’t see the connection between theirhigh school education and careers. Math and science focused programs can help rural studentsaim high while providing real-world, experiential learning opportunities. These experiences canmotivate students to engage in more rigorous coursework, envision

Conference Session

Personnel Development & Retention

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2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Devayan D. Bir, Loras College

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Aerospace

) influencing students’ decision to drop out of STEM majors. Students withweaker academic backgrounds were at higher risk of leaving STEM majors. This directlypoints to a student’s schooling, and skills and abilities prior to joining the institution.Intentions, goals, and commitments were identified as attitudinal factors (motivation,confidence, and self -efficacy to STEM) in the report. Formal academic experiences such aslow academic performance and rigor involved with introductory STEM courses lead studentsto drop out while informal academic experiences such inadequate advising, negativeexperiences with faculty were cited as reasons for the same. The report did not highlight anyexperiences in the social system as defined by the framework.Figure 4

Conference Session

Aerospace Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tian Tian, University of Central Florida; Ronald F. DeMara P.E., University of Central Florida

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constructive influences on attitudes and beliefs associatedwith academic integrity, self-efficacy for course material. Using this multi-faceted perspective,previously untapped gains for learning outcomes, participation, and retention can be harvestedand parameterized into best practices for digitally-enabled STEM learning.3.0 Selected Related WorksTrends of increasing enrollment, reduction in costs of PCs, and the success of CBA in otherdisciplines have been motivating recent research in CBA within Engineering [4-6]. For example,the authors’ Engineering-specific 120-seat Engineering-specific testing center, called Evaluationand Proficiency Center (EPC), supports assessment and enhanced remediation [7]. Conversely,the 80-seat Computer-Based Testing

Conference Session

Aerospace Design and Manufacturing (Student Papers)

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Braden K. Oh, Olin College of Engineering; Justin Haruaki Kunimune, Olin College of Engineering; Jonah Spicher, Olin College of Engineering; Lauren Anfenson, Olin College of Engineering; Rebecca Christianson, Draper Labs

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: 10.1119/1.2909742. URL https://doi.org/10.1119/1.2909742.[2] Jay S. Huebner, Alice S. Fletcher, Julia A. Cato, and Jennifer A. Barrett. Micro-rockets for the classroom. American Journal of Physics, 67(11):1031–1033, 1999. doi: 10.1119/1.19167. URL https://doi.org/10.1119/1.19167.[3] Dita Nur Syarafina, Jailani, and Ririn Winarni. The application of problem based learning to improve students’ self-efficacy. AIP Conference Proceedings, 2014(1):020024, 2018. doi: 10.1063/1.5054428. URL https://aip.scitation.org/doi/abs/10.1063/1.5054428.[4] M. P. Silverman. Self-directed learning: A heretical experiment in teaching physics. American Journal of Physics, 63(6):495–508, 1995. doi: 10.1119/1.18080. URL https://doi.org/10.1119