space, the teams were able to use them efficiently and createand test multiple prototypes in a short period of time and make the necessary adjustment to theirdesign such that it better meets the identified requirements. As shown in Figure 3, theperformance of the final prototypes for both teams was tested using press test method and it wasobserved that both designs increase the weight-bearing limit of the patient as much as 12-15pounds. Figure 2: Prototyping in the maker space Figure 3: The final prototype was tested using press test methodSurvey InstrumentThe Engineering Design Self-Efficacy tool (Carberry et al, 2010) was used to measure anychanges in the students
engineering technology for elementary students Abstract Mentoring is being prevalently used in higher education. Traditionally, these programsare unidirectional that includes forward knowledge transfer. The internal mechanism of howto form an effective mentoring relationship between mentors and mentees is unclear. This pilotstudy focused on Person-Environment (P-E) fit perspective and zeroed in on how the mentor-mentee relationship affect mentees’ self-efficacy. We conducted semi-structured interviews withthree mentees to explore how P-E fit affected their self-efficacy. This qualitative study is a pilotstudy, future data collection and analysis will continue
, extrinsic goal orientation, task value, control of learning beliefs, self-efficacy forlearning and performance, critical thinking, and metacognitive self-regulation; 2) the Change-Readiness Assessment [10] which assess 7 subscales, including adventurousness, confidence,adaptability, drive, optimism, resourcefulness, and tolerance for ambiguity; 3) PersistenceMeasures [11] which measures 3 responses including graduate study, career, and intent to changemajor; and 4) the Longitudinal Assessment in Engineering Self-Efficacy [12] which providesresults in six subscales, including self-efficacy, sense of belonging, and career expectations. Allof the questions are related to the course and/or learning environment. These questionnairesemploy 7-point Likert
were also investigated based on high school preparedness, path to CM as amajor, self-efficacy, institutional and curriculum satisfaction, and future career plans. Parentaleducational level (i.e., completed a bachelor’s) is used as a measure of first-generation college student.The measure of high school preparedness evaluates students’ math and science experience. For instance,students respond to semester of math in high school, math/science course completed, whether advancedplacement courses were offered, and perceived college math preparedness. Students indicated their pathstudents followed to CM major, institutional and curriculum, and future plans. Most of the measuresused multiple choice survey options while others, such as self-efficacy
://teilab.tamu.edu c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Motivating STEM Participation through a “Making as Micro- Manufacture (M3)” ModelAbstractThe objective of this paper is to outline a new model for motivating STEM participation anddeveloping self-efficacy among high-schoolers, and to detail the major implementation activitiesinvolved, preliminary impressions/results, and lessons learned.In this model titled, “Making as Micro-Manufacture (M3),” high-variability low-volumeproducts were manufactured in real-world settings and for a real-life purpose. The modelcombined “Making” with engineering concerns attendant to manufacturing at micro scales (tensto hundreds of parts) along with
accessing therequired technical information either through the library or online platforms; and, Questionnaire#2 (Fig. 2) which focused on the students’ communication and collaboration self-efficacy(adapted from one author’s previous work). Cronbach’s Alphas for Questionnaire #1 was 0.832,N=30, and for Questionnaire #2 was 0.794, N=29, respectively.Questionnaire #1 aligns with ABET Criterion 3, Outcome (1) “an ability to apply knowledge,techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology tosolve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline”. Questionnaire #2aligns with Criterion 3 Outcome (5) “an ability to function effectively as a member as well as aleader on technical teams”. The
importance of lessening thebarrier of location and socioeconomics is important to continue to provide equal opportunity inSTEM.Educational System:Informal learning environments serve as supplemental classrooms for students across the globe.The types of supplemental programs have a diversity in focus interest and demographics. Thecontent is generally more applied and practically focused. The types of program directlyinfluence interest in STEM careers and boost self-efficacy in STEM based content. [4]The classroom education system has a curriculum dictated by state and federal educationalstandards such as Common Core. This leaves less time and flexibility to teach subjects outside ofthe planned semester. While students learn STEM in the classroom
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Paper ID #29358Enhancing Workforce Readiness of Engineering TechniciansProf. Christine Michelle Delahanty, Bucks County Community College I am the Area Coordinator of Science and Engineering, the Program Coordinator for Engineering and Engineering Technology, and Associate Professor of Engineering and Physics at Bucks County Commu- nity College (Bucks). I hold an Ed. D degree from Drexel University in Educational Leadership and Management, with a concentration in creativity and innovation. My dissertation is entitled: Creative Self- Efficacy of Undergraduate Women Engineering Majors: A Mixed Methods Study. I hold B.S
can increase students’ interest in engineering and their self-efficacy insolving engineering problems.“Engineering Design and Management” course is the focus of this article. It introducesfundamental concepts and principles used in the implementation and management of engineeringdesign projects or processes. Topics include an introduction to engineering design, problemdefinition/formulation, information and communication, professional/social context, conceptgeneration, project planning, engineering economics, and design decision-making.2. Methodologya. Teaching methodology for the instructors:All instructors follow the same textbooks and have the same list of topics. Each instructor haslisted his/her course evaluation methods shown below
thescholarship. In addition, many of the activities develop to enhance the learning experience of thescholars has been opened up to all ET students to participate. Such exposure and experienceimproved the self-efficacy of the selected scholars and their friends enrolled in the program. Theretention and timely graduation rate of these selected scholars are phenomenal. Their leadershipquality also influenced the mindsets of their friends, many of them are from non-traditional students’population, just like them. In summary, we feel our SETS project achieved its goal and positivelyenhanced scholars’ learning experience on campus and transformed our targeted programs. In thispaper, the project team shares the hurdles they have to handle when external