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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 16

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Catherine G. P. Berdanier, Pennsylvania State University; Julio Urbina, Pennsylvania State University; Reginald F. Hamilton, Pennsylvania State University; Catherine L. Cohan, Pennsylvania State University; Tonya L. Peeples, Pennsylvania State University; Cynthia Howard Reed, Pennsylvania State University

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, particularly given tragic trends inunderrepresentation and attrition of students of color[1], [2]; graduate identity development[3], [4], [5], [6];graduate competencies[7], [8], [9], [10], [11], [12]; and graduate well-being to counteract common causesof attrition[13], [14]. To date, however, most literature considers “graduate students” holistically whileprioritizing the experiences of doctoral students, who have several years in which to acculturate into theacademic norms of their departments, match with an advisor, and learn to conduct research. Engineeringdisciplines are unique from other disciplines in higher education in that most doctoral students and evenmany master’s students are fully funded on research assistantships (RAs) or teaching

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 11

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Muhammad Ali Sajjad, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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levels of stigma of Mental HealthConditions (MHCs). Large scale interventions have shown the positive effect of campusinitiatives and the availability of resources for mental health in reducing stigma among collegestudents. However, research has shown that engineering students tend to have lower proclivity toseek help for their MHCs when needed. Stigma of MHCs is known to negatively influence helpseeking attitudes. Reducing stigma through exposure and contact has the potential to enhancehelp seeking. Through the use of established instruments we collected stigma, contact andawareness measures in a survey (n=1,151) and we explored the relationships between MHCsstigma and (1) Knowledge of MHCs, measured as the number and strength of relationships

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 20

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Eduardo Rodriguez Mejia M.Sc., Rowan University; Cheryl A. Bodnar, Rowan University

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Rowan University. Her research interests relate to the incorporation of active learning techniques such as game-based learning in undergraduate classes as well as innovation and entrepreneurship. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Work in Progress: Motivational Differences Between Civil and Environmental EngineeringDoctoral Students in the Pre-writing and Writing PhasesIntroduction & BackgroundThere is a common perception among students about the difficulties associated with the dissertationwriting process. Anticipation of isolation, time management issues, and not having the technical skills towrite in a structured manner are some of the challenges that students fear[1], [2], [3]. These

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 19

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Ann Strehl, University of Michigan; Sabrina Olson, University of Michigan; Corin L. Bowen, California State University, Los Angeles; Aaron W. Johnson, University of Michigan

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, refine future iterations of macroethics lesson content and survey instruments, andfurther incentivize the integration of macroethical content throughout aerospace engineeringcurricula.IntroductionAerospace engineering is a dynamic field often considered to be at the forefront of technologicalinnovation. While aerospace has played a pivotal role in shaping societal progress, theseadvancements have also raised ethical concerns that engineers must consider as they navigate thediscipline. These broader ethical dilemmas (e.g Environmental impact, weaponization of space,and unequal access to aerospace technology) are multifaceted issues that require critical thinkingskills to make informed decisions [1], [2]. Despite the growing need to address these

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 5

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sarah Johnston, Arizona State University; Cody D. Jenkins, Arizona State University; Thien Ngoc Y. Ta, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Ryan James Milcarek, Arizona State University; Gary Lichtenstein, Arizona State University; Samantha Ruth Brunhaver, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus; Karl A. Smith, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

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), with the same group being observed for multiple weeks. Sessionexcerpts were recorded, and exchanges were coded using Bloom's revised taxonomy.Keywords - Peer instruction, Bloom’s revised taxonomy, Cooperative learning, Study groups,Observation protocol INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUNDThe PLSG (Peer-Led, Study Group) model has been implemented at Arizona State University(ASU) both in part and entirely within an undergraduate thermodynamics course, along withparallel research regarding student pass rates and other factors [1]. In the PLSG model, studentswork together in small groups of four to five peers to solve challenging, course-related problemsduring weekly, 50-minute recitation sessions. While a facilitator observes

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 20

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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

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specific project team elements or requirements.IntroductionThe benefits of experiential education are documented throughout engineering education literature.Experiential learning is connected to building professional skills that students need post-graduation [1].Professional skills, which we are defining as the non-disciplinary specific skills that are needed to doengineering work such as communication and teamwork, are important for engineering studentspost-graduation according to industry [2], [3]. Professional skills complement engineers’ technicalexpertise and increase their ability to work effectively in the workforce. While experiential learning canbe integrated into traditional engineering courses through interventions such as project-based

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Reviewing Emergent Topics and Theory in Engineering Education

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rubaina Khan, University of Toronto; Adetoun Yeaman, Northeastern University; Diana Bairaktarova, Virginia Tech

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strategy to improve empathy in design. In thistheory/method paper, we present an extended review that explores the relationship between howempathy may be supported through mindfulness practice.Based on the content of the studies, we organized publications in terms of the research focus.While some reported on the relationship between empathy and mindfulness practice, otherpublications focused on specific effects on individuals. These specific effects clustered aroundthree major groups important to design education: (1) transition between analytical and affectivemindsets (2) subjective understanding of the profession by focusing the mind on how weconceptualize engineering expectations, and (3) increased behaviors to support sustainabilitymindsets

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 13

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rachel E. Durham, Notre Dame of Maryland University; Michael L. Falk, The Johns Hopkins University; Alexis Daniels, The Johns Hopkins University; Allison Reigel, The Johns Hopkins University; Alisha Nicole Sparks, The Johns Hopkins University; Margo K. Williams, The Johns Hopkins University; Emily J Yanisko, American University

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Social Cognitive Career ConstructsRachel E. Durham, 1 Michael L. Falk 2, Alexis Daniels2, Allison Riegel2, Alisha Sparks2, MargoWilliams2, Emily J. Yanisko 3This research is supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. DRL-2005790.Abstract (paper type: ERM) -- Performance in math, particularly algebra, is a major barrier tostudent success and participation in STEM among under-represented minoritized students,particularly Black U.S. high school students. This research applies Social Cognitive CareerTheory (SCCT) to measure impacts of an afterschool algebra-for-engineering program on mathself-efficacy and interest in STEM among high school students in a large urban district. To studythe program’s effects, a mixed methods research

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 28

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Berenice A. Cabrera, University of Michigan; Shannon M. Clancy, University of Michigan; Vibhavari Vempala, University of Michigan; Jingfeng Wu, University of Michigan; Erika Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan; Joi-lynn Mondisa, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan

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, andthe environment is also vitally important. There is increasing recognition among engineers,educators, and industry leaders of the importance of preparing engineers to account for thesesociocultural dimensions [1]-[4]. We use the term “sociotechnical dimensions” or “practices” torefer to social or contextual factors such as ethics, engagement with stakeholders, and therecognition of power and identity and their role in engineering broadly. Environmental factorssuch as sustainability and the potential future impacts of engineering work are also categorizedas sociotechnical dimensions as they draw attention to possible consequences to the naturalenvironment. A call for broader engineering skills is reflected in the Accreditation Board