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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eli Patten, University of Washington

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was used to create a module on concept evaluation and selection foran engineering design course.The method provided a unique way to engage the learners using customizable and immediatepost-processing of information they submit and could be useful for a wide variety of topics.However, the learning curve for both the instructor and the learners may not always justify theinvestment, learner responses may vary enough that they don’t provide the evidence expected tosupport the learning objective, and no formal assessment has been completed yet on itseffectiveness.IntroductionActive learning techniques are an important method to keep students engaged during class andimprove learning outcomes, such as in undergraduate engineering education [1], [2

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip Appiah-Kubi, University of Dayton; Phil Doepker; James Brothers, University of Dayton

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learning.1. IntroductionThe Stitt Scholars Program at the University of Dayton was started to create an opportunity fortransdisciplinary teams of Arts, Business, and Engineering students to collaborate withentrepreneurs and startup companies in the Dayton area. With a generous donation from Jim andCarrol Stitt (of Cutco Corporation), the first cohort was recruited to start in the fall of 2021semester. The program requires students to commit to one academic year (fall and springsemesters) of experiential learning, where they work in transdisciplinary teams with startupcompanies and entrepreneurs. The students, who are sophomores, juniors, and seniors maintaintheir regular semester schedule while engaging in the program. Each student puts in ten

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Luiz A. DaSilva, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Liza Wilson Durant, George Mason University; Jordan Mason; Sarah Hayes, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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activities. In this paper, we describe the structure of these programs and associatedmetrics. Early results indicate very high interest by students and employers, high retention ratesin cybersecurity careers, and gains in participation by underrepresented groups. 1. IntroductionThe cybersecurity workforce gap is large, with an estimated 1.1 million employed workers and770 thousand job openings across the country. From the employers’ perspective, the curriculumin some cybersecurity degrees should be more closely aligned with requirements of the jobmarket, enabling new employees to be productive from day one. Meanwhile, new graduatessometimes express frustration with the expectations of job descriptions for entry-level positions,which often include

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip Jackson, University of Florida; Emily Hope Ford; Allison Kathleen Porras; Andrew John MacIntosh

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stakeholders. The program comprises four parties: (1) the design team ofsenior engineering students who are responsible for all design decisions, analysis, andmanufacturing; (2) a faculty coach to mentor and guide the team in best practices; (3) thesponsor, who provides the scope of the design need and funding, (4) and program administrationwho coordinate course matter, grades, and events.In this project, students were hired by researchers in the field of food science to build a vacuumevaporator for a pilot plant that can also be used as a learning platform for students. Vacuumevaporators are used in the food industry to produce concentrated products of liquid foods thatare free of volatile contents, such as tomato paste, condensed milk, or

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 1

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Martell Bell, The University of Iowa; Rachel Vitali, The University of Iowa; Jae-eun Russell

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project-basedlearning (PBL) and hands-on exploration have on student learning across a variety of disciplinesincluding engineering. Recently, the Mechanical Engineering Department at The University ofIowa introduced undergraduate and graduate certificate programs in artificial intelligence,modeling, and simulations (AIMS) that aim to teach students: (1) the importance of uncertaintyquantification, (2) the various types of combinations (e.g., modeling and simulation-assistedmachine learning) and hybrid approaches, and (3) using hybrid models toward the design ofintelligent complex machines. This work-in-progress seeks to understand how extra/co-curricularactivities, as an extension of semester course content, can benefit student learning outcomes

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Experiential Learning : Global Models and Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa Romkey, University of Toronto; Daniel Munro, University of Toronto; Virginia Hall; Tracy L. Ross, Actua

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nationa ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Evaluation of a Work-Integrated Learning Program for Undergraduate STEM Outreach InstructorsThis paper describes and evaluates a comprehensive work-integrated learning program,developed and delivered by Actua, a Canadian National STEM organization. The programprovides instructors with a variety of opportunities to improve their skills, career readiness, andtheir employer connections and networks. The program consisted of four sets of activities: (1) Aset of skills-focused training modules to prepare participants for their more immediate STEMoutreach work and longer-term work readiness; (2) Industry-Led Activities andMicro

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Experiential Learning : Global Models and Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lana El Ladki, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Saira Anwar, Department of Multidisciplinary Engineering, Texas A&M University; Bilal Mansoor, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Yasser M. Al-Hamidi, Texas A&M University at Qatar

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, specifically how this programprovides a rich experience and help students to overcome knowledge gaps. We also exhibit howthis initiative fosters a comprehensive interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary context, diversity,and distinctive student engagement practices.IntroductionHigher education, especially engineering institutions are facing unprecedented challenges due tofast and rapidly changing societies and the growing gap between industry needs and curriculum[1]. To better equip the students, it is inevitable for engineering institutions to innovate andimprove their curricula and provide them with the necessary trainings that help in their career[2]. Among many changes, the focus is on adding new courses and introducing co and extra-curricular

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Experiential Learning and Professional Skills and Competencies: Attainment, Assessment, and Evaluation.

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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John H. Callewaert, University of Michigan; Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison, University of Michigan

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focus on understanding and improving the learning that occurs in experiential, out-of-class activities for engineering students. Cassie previously received a B.A. in Engineering Sciences at Wartburg College (Waverly, IA) and her M.S. and Ph.D. de- grees in BME from the University of Michigan (Ann Arbor, MI). ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Supporting the Development of Professional Competencies and Engineering Identity at ScaleWork in Progress PaperIntroductionExperiential learning opportunities have long been known to be important in higher education [1]as they have been linked to more successful recruitment and retention efforts and better

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Experiential Learning : Global Models and Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fangqing Yi, Tsinghua University; Xiaofeng Tang, Tsinghua University

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rights and obligations, and monitoring andregulating risk factors. The paper also assesses the respective strengths and limitations of each ofthe two approaches of partnerships. This paper also studies the applicable situations of the twocooperation modes. Based on the comparative case study, this paper summarizes the key success factors foreffective partnerships between Chinese universities and companies in preparing professionalmaster’s students for the workplace: (1) shared understanding of the educational functions ofpractice studies; (2) clear deliverables; (3) stability of practice duration; and (4) flexibility inconnecting students to projects.1. Introduction With the development of science and technology, the demand for high-end

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Improving Retention & Self-Efficacy through Experiential Learning and Research Programs

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel A. Tillman, University of Texas at El Paso; Thomas Joseph Soto, University of Texas at El Paso; Song An, University of Texas at El Paso; Carlos Paez, Navajo Technical University; Alice Carron, Blue Marble Institute of Space Science

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modeling tools. Advances in the learning scienceshave improved our understanding of how students learn and have clarified how personal andcontextual factors can most impact student success [1]. This project is designed to help to closethe digital divide by providing Hispanic students STEM achievement opportunities usingclassroom-friendly health-data tools that can be seamlessly allied with more advancedtechnologies such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). Additionally, health-themed modeling and simulation is appropriate for inclusion in designated Makerspaces, whereininnovative maker-themed instruction is the ambition. Through student-parent collaborativelearning experiences focused on students’ individual and their familial

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Improving Retention & Self-Efficacy through Experiential Learning and Research Programs

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sophia Vicente, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Wayne Gersie

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and sens ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Intern Perceptions and Learning Experiences: Assessment Insights from a Research Internship Program1. IntroductionThe SOAR internship program is an excellent example of what the National Academy ofEngineering defines as a “high-impact practice” [1]. The purpose of the program is to supportunderrepresented minorities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)majors and serve as an opportunity to intern with the ARL at Penn State (ARL) to develop theskills needed to succeed in the workforce. Through a cohort and mentorship structure, theprogram provides interns with hands-on and relevant internship experience. The

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Experiential Learning and Professional Skills and Competencies: Attainment, Assessment, and Evaluation.

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Philip Warren Plugge, Central Washington University

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identify whether the chosen career path is “the rightchoice.” For students, the internship has its purpose, employers have found the internshipexperience to be a place where they can test and review future employees who may wish to jointheir companies. Many employers will put the student in multiple situations to test the studentwithin their company to identify if the student would be “the right fit” for their company culture[9]. This requires the employer to expose the student to many different people and job scenariosthat occur within the construction company [1].Literature ReviewHistorically the idea of an internship stemmed from the trades people of Europe in the 11th and12th centuries where the master craftsman and tradesman would take young

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Improving Retention & Self-Efficacy through Experiential Learning and Research Programs

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Charmane Caldwell, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Reginald J. Perry, Florida A&M University - Florida State University

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design, and engineering education. He is currently on the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc, a senior member of the IEEE, and a member of ASEE. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Educating Engineering Students Innovatively: A Model for Improving Retention and Academic Performance of Black Upper-Level StudentsA. IntroductionIn a study of the Florida A&M University-Florida State University College of Engineering pre-engineering program, almost 700 engineering students were analyzed that were enrolled throughthe HBCU (FAMU) partner of the joint college [1]. Of the students who completed the pre-engineering program, 72% eventually graduated from the university with a

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Improving Retention & Self-Efficacy through Experiential Learning and Research Programs

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robin Lynn Nelson, University of Texas at San Antonio; Karina Ivette Vielma, The University of Texas at San Antonio; JoAnn Browning, The University of Texas at San Antonio

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, continue on pathways toacademia. This is especially important due to the challenging societal issues requiring diverseperspectives [1]. Special groups that continue to be disproportionately included in engineeringpathways include women and members of underrepresented racial and ethnic minority groups.Undergraduate research experiences increase the likelihood of engineering students attendinggraduate school. Through critical funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), researchopportunities can be offered to students, which can target engineering undergraduates fromunderrepresented backgrounds as well as those from universities with few research offerings.The Research Experiences for Undergraduate (REU) is a mechanism to provide

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Experiential Learning : Global Models and Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alicia Shih, School of Chemical Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia; Sarah Grundy, School of Chemical Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia; Peter Neal, School of Chemical Engineering, The University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia

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disagreedthat it helped to improve problem solving, teamwork, and communication skills, with significantdifferences observed between pre- and post-survey responses (p < 0.05).Recommendations for future study are to assess improvement objectively by incorporating DSTs intostudent assessments, and to observe the impact of the DST on improving student professional skillsover a longer period.Keywords: virtual work integrated learning, professional development, virtual field trips, desktop sitetoursIntroductionIn recognition of the importance of interpersonal and professional skills, Engineers Australia(EA) have made it an accreditation requirement for all tertiary engineering students to gainexposure to industrial practice prior to graduation [1

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Experiential Learning and Professional Skills and Competencies: Attainment, Assessment, and Evaluation.

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Emily Buten, University of Michigan; Jack Boomer Perry, University of Michigan; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan

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Perceptions of Engineering Service Experiences as a Source of Learning Technical and Professional Skills. International Journal for Service Learning in Engineering, Humanitarian Engineering and Social Entrepreneurship, 8(1), 1–17. https://doi.org/10.24908/ijsle.v8i1.4545Chaibate, H., Hadek, A., Ajana, S., Bakkali, S., & Faraj, K. (2019). A Comparative Study of the Engineering Soft Skills Required by Moroccan Job Market. International Journal of Higher Education, 9(1), 142. https://doi.org/10.5430/ijhe.v9n1p142Fisher, D. R., Bagiati, A., & Sarma, S. (2017). Developing Professional Skills in Undergraduate Engineering Students Through Cocurricular Involvement. Journal of Student Affairs Research

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Experiential Learning and Professional Skills and Competencies: Attainment, Assessment, and Evaluation.

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Adrian Nat Gentry, Purdue University; Eric Holloway, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Kerrie A. Douglas, Cornell University

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students' career social capitalIntroductionWhile there have been many policy level calls for increasing the diversity of the engineeringworkforce, there is little known about the work experiences of engineering students of identitiestraditionally excluded from engineering (e.g., women, LGBTQ+, Black, and Hispanic/Latinx)engineering students [1]–[7]. As Co-ops and internships are many students first industryexperience, it is important to understand how these experiences shape their career development. Work-integrated learning (WIL) programs, such as Co-op programs, internships, andworkforce development programs, are valuable for engineering students’ career development.WIL programs provide opportunities for students to access valuable

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Isaac Heizelman, University of North Dakota; McKenna Rose Matt

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discussion will follow the Innovation-Based Learning course calledBiomedical Engineering Innovation-Based Learning 1, or BME 180. This is the first semester,freshman level course for biomedical engineering students. Innovation-based learning takes acombination of engineering education styles and uses them to fuel learning [1]. The core of theclass is centered around fundamental principles. These principles are class topics based onphysiology and biomedical engineering concepts. For example, action potentials, cardiacvasculature, and equilibrium potentials are all fundamental principles discussed in the course. Inour university’s classroom structure, one principle is assigned each week. These principles are tobe researched, investigated, and

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Poster Session

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company they did not complete a co-op with.BackgroundCooperative work experience, also commonly referred to as co-op, is not a novel program foracademic and industry partners. Co-ops have been integral parts of engineering programs for thepast 100 years. The first formally documented cooperative program started at the University ofCincinnati in 1906 [1]. As the word implies, co-ops are a partnership between academia andindustry. Academia relies on industry for graduate employment and feedback for accreditationand industry requires students for future employees [2]. Today, a co-op is not just consideredsummer employment. Many programs allow students to participate in a co-op during a springand\or fall semester in addition to summer break. At York

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Poster Session

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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P.K. Imbrie, University of Cincinnati; Fazel Ranjbar, University of Cincinnati; Jutshi Agarwal, University of Cincinnati

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include adiscussion of retention and GPA patterns over the five years. Future work will involve the investigation ofstudent’s COOP experiences and its impact on the change in attitude toward their major and career goals.IntroductionThere is currently a dearth of skilled engineering graduates due to fewer students enrolling in andcontinuing in engineering schools, endangering the stability of the American economy andnational security [1], [2]. And also, an international issue of concern has been the retention ofengineering students. Significant research has been conducted to address this issue. Researcherslook at this topic from a variety of lenses, demonstrating its importance. US academicinstitutions are currently reporting engineering student

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Improving Retention & Self-Efficacy through Experiential Learning and Research Programs

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sydney Donohue Jobe, University of New Mexico; Kamryn G. Zachek; Alex Webster, University of New Mexico; Timothy L. Schroeder; Anjali Mulchandani, University of New Mexico

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engagement in undergraduate research opportunities promotes improved criticalthinking and scientific reasoning, increased academic performance, enhanced retention bothwithin STEM majors and in college overall, and improved satisfaction with college. [1] However, there are several structural barriers to participation in research, including lackof information, time, and income. [2] Undergraduates may not participate due to lack ofawareness about opportunities, uncertainty about the recruitment process, uneven access tofaculty mentors, and personal responsibilities and living situations (e.g., living off campus). [3]First-year undergraduate students in particular may express interest in participating inundergraduate research experiences but may

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Experiential Learning : Global Models and Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Venkataraman PB, Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani; G. Sundar

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equivalence, instruction and assessment.Table 1: Literature dealing with WIL models and assessmentResearch MethodBased on our literature review, we identified two possible instances, where WIL is aimed atrelevance and career growth namely, Exeter and BITS Pilani. Out of these two, we selected 3A descriptive study of an innovative and sustainable model of work integrated learningfor industry professionals – An Indian casethe latter considering the access to the data. Post 199210 no structured study has beenpublished on this institute model hence we undertook to study the developments during thepast two decades.We adopted