Conference Session

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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program structure and activities are designed to prepareundergraduates for research work with the ultimate goal of retaining students in science,technology, engineering, and math fields as well as preparing them for graduate school. Thisevidence-based paper demonstrates an effective hybrid-model (virtual and in-person) researchprogram for undergraduate students over a five-year period across a network of eleven (11) siteswithin the continental U.S. Through mixed methods research, a longitudinal case study showsevidence of 100% retention of the *105 REU alumni in the engineering and STEM field; 9% ofthe REU alumni are enrolled in an engineering PhD program; and diversity measures includeparticipation from 53% females, and 25% first-generation

Conference Session

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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studying college impact. 2005.[7] J.B. Main, B.N. Johnson, N. M. Ramirez, H. Ebrahiminejad, M.W. Ohland, and E.A. Groll,“A Case for Disaggregating Engineering Majors in Engineering Education Research: TheRelationship between Co-Op Participation and Student Academic Outcomes,” InternationalJournal of Engineering Education, 36(1A). 2020.[8] J. W. Creswell, Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches(4th ed.). SAGE Publications. 2014.[9] B. D. Jones, Motivating students by design: Practical strategies for professors (2nd ed.).Charleston, SC: CreateSpace. http://hdl.handle.net/10919/102728. 2018.

Conference Session

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

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

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Diversity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

experientiallearning experience on underrepresented minority engineering students, majority black. Thisstudy will focus on students who participate in experiential learning held at an HBCU todetermine the program's impact on their persistence from sophomore to senior year. It alsoprovides insight for Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs) and other institutions to learn andmodel best practices for retaining black students beyond their freshman year.B. OverviewAfter successfully retaining students from their freshman year to their sophomore year with anEngineering LLC, in 2017, Florida A&M University (FAMU) introduced an experientiallearning program titled Educating Engineering Students Innovatively (EESI, pronounced “easy”)that expanded on the freshman

Conference Session

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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, 2021 and 2022. In 2021 Dr. Al-Hamidi received the Dean’s Achievement Award to recognize his contribution to the campus within that year. In 2015 he received the Association of Former Students AFS Distinguished Achievement Award as a recognition for his commitment, performance and positive impact on Aggie students. And in 2010, he received the STAR award as a recognition for his outstanding service and achievement at Texas A&M at Qatar. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 Student Engineering Enrichment from Design to ExecutionAbstractIn today’s globalized and rapidly changing work environment, engineering graduates needtechnical and professional skills to improve their

Conference Session

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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Assistant Professor in Mathematics at Navajo Technical University (NTU) as well as the Program Advisor for the Mathematics Program at NTU. His current research focuses on technology-enhanced active learning in college mathematics for tribal students. He works developing lessons and curriculum to promote students’ interests in learning mathematics. He teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses about mathematics. He received his doctoral degree in the Science, Technol- ogy, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Strand of Teaching Learning and Culture Program at The University of Texas at El Paso in 2014 under the mentoring of Dr. Judith Munter.Alice Carron, Blue Marble Institute of Space Science Alice Carron is a Science

Conference Session

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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Diversity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

positions available [10]. A majority of companiesbelieve that this shortfall puts them at moderate or extreme risk [11].Paradoxically, some recent cybersecurity graduates report difficulties in obtaining an initialplacement, as entry-level positions often require significant practical experience and credentials.Experiential learning activities, especially those that involve active engagement with employers,can prove effective in breaking this “catch-22” for recent graduates.The low level of ethnic, racial, and gender diversity in the cyber workforce is both a seriousproblem and an area of opportunity: gains in inclusion and diversity would bring qualitative aswell as quantitative benefits. A more diverse workforce can improve a company’s or

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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