management.Ms. Jennifer Nichwitz, University of Dayton I am currently an Industrial Engineering Technology student at the University of Dayton. I have com- pleted coursework in topics such as project management, engineering analysis, and human factors in manufacturing. My past professional experiences have included a cooperative education at an automo- tive manufacturing facility and an internship at a sustainable technology start-up in South Africa. During my time at the University of Dayton, I’ve participated in collaborative online learning classes with inter- national universities and had the privilege of working with Professor Appiah-Kubi on his research into online collaborative learning techniques
. IntroductionThis evidence-based paper assesses strategies for Research Experience for Undergraduates(REU) social program success. REU programs typically bring together students from across thecountry – or even around the world – to a university campus for the summer. While at thisuniversity, the students learn how to conduct real research in their discipline by actually doing it,under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Giving students exposure to conducting bona fideresearch allows them to determine whether they may be interested in pursuing a research career(and, to support this, continuing on to graduate-level education).Many students who participate in REU programs remember these programs long after theprogram is complete. The initial experience
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creativity [18]. A positive impact on jobplacement has also been demonstrated [19].2.2. CybersecurityPBL’s job placement benefits may not be critical for students seeking employment incybersecurity – though job preparation benefits of PBL undoubtedly are – as, at present, there isa critical worldwide need for graduates with cybersecurity skills [20]. This need is only expectedto grow. Between late 2019 and late 2020, over 500,000 cybersecurity positions needed to befilled [21] and greater need is projected in the future. Many of these positions require keyresearch-related skills to understand and effectively respond to new and changing situations.In addition, cybersecurity research is acutely needed to develop new computing approaches thatavoid
Paper ID #27554Fostering Belonging through an Undergraduate Summer Internship: A Com-munity of Practice Model for Engineering Research EducationMs. Nicole Bowers, Arizona State UniversityDr. Michelle Jordan , Arizona State University Michelle Jordan is as associate professor in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State Uni- versity. She also serves as the Education Director for the QESST Engineering Research Center. Michelle’s program of research focuses on social interactions in collaborative learning contexts. She is particularly interested in how students navigate communication challenges as they negotiate
science to support the advancement of experiential learning for sustainability in higher education.Ms. Christine R. Starr, University of California, Santa Cruz Christine Starr is a doctoral student in graduate program in developmental psychology at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Christine’s research focuses on STEM motivation and achievement among girls/women and other underrepresented students; sexual objectification; stereotyping, prejudice, and dis- crimination.Mr. Scott Seagroves, The College of Saint Scholastica Scott Seagroves is a physics instructor at The College of Saint Scholastica and a long-time affiliate of the Institute for Scientist and Engineer Educators at UC Santa Cruz.Ms. Kauahi Perez
Paper ID #21789Using Experiential Learning in Course Curriculum: The Case of a Core En-gineering Graphics CourseDr. Martha M. Snyder, Nova Southeastern University Martha (Marti) Snyder, Ph.D., PMP, SPHR teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in learning design and technology, design thinking, project management, and computing privacy and ethics. She also chairs doctoral student dissertations. Marti researches effective designs for teaching and learning in face-to- face, blended, online, mobile, and virtual learning environments; and issues relating to technology use among older adults. Her work crosses multiple
whichraises student‟s motivational level to stimulate thinking and go beyond facts and details (Brody 2009). Withrespect to active learning, there are many interrelated vocabulary, e.g. collaborative learning, cooperativelearning, problem-based learning (PBL). Collaborative learning and peer tutoring in the university environmentcan positively influence students to maintain a constant motivation and affection towards their study (Concetta2018). Collaborative learning and cooperative learning are different, for they have distinct historicaldevelopments and different philosophical roots (Bruffee,1995). The most common model of cooperativelearning found in the engineering literature is that of the book: „Active Learning: Cooperation in the
provides a platform for students for experiential learning through practical application but also a space to connect with local industry, international interns and post graduate students as part of a diverse and dynamic team. She has been running such a program for the last 6 years and in 2020 took over the Vertically Integrated Projects in the Engineering, Built Environment and IT Faculty.Dr. Nadia Millis Trent P.E., University of Waikato Dr. Nadia M Trent is an industrial engineer in the supply chain management arena. Currently she is a senior lecturer in the Waikato Management School at the University of Waikato. Her research primarily focuses on quantitative modelling to support policy decision-making in the freight
, interacting with judges, or perhaps even the visual appeal ofthe robot). However, the graph in Figure 6 suggests that the perceived increase in presentationskills may be marginal. The increase in leadership skills may intuitively be increased for projectleaders or subgroup leaders, but the increase noted by participants in general is slightlyunexpected. It may be that having the different fields collaborating together creates a dynamicwhere participants can take the lead in their respective area of expertise. Although, this woulddepend on group size (among other factors), and further evaluation would be needed to draw anydefinite conclusions.Lastly, most robotics competitions also provide an opportunity for students to meet with studentswho share
Paper ID #26565Towards an Employability Model for STEM Majors: Engagement-Based,Service-Producing, and Experience-DrivenDr. Faye R. Jones, Florida State University Faye R. Jones is a Senior Research Associate at Florida State University’s College of Communication & Information. Her research interests include STEM student outcomes and the exploration of student pathways through institutional research.Dr. Marcia A. Mardis, Florida A&M University/Florida State University Marcia A. Mardis is a Professor and Associate Dean at Florida State University’s College of Communica- tion & Information and Associate Director of
their schoolterms. Also, different disciplines were asked to discuss which skills they found their specificprogram gave more or less focus to, to understand the underlying theme of the program.3. Results3.1 Mechanical engineering focus group This focus group consisted of 5 upper year students. 3 participants had completed theco-op program through the school and the other 2 did internships external to the school. Onlyone student applied and got their position through the co-op portal, while the other studentsusing their personal connections. The reasons for not participating are not explored in thisgroup. Regarding work fields, multiple students mentioned the heavy focus on research anddata analysis during their work term. There was also