Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology: Part I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ali Mehrabian, University of Central Florida; Walter Buchanan, Texas A&M University; Alireza Rahrooh, University of Central Florida

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

help of resourceful technologies such as Blackboard™ software, main types of freelyavailable virtual meetings software (Yahoo Messenger™ and Windows Live Messenger™),web-based cameras, microphones and other devices, the course transition is made from a livecourse into a distance learning course. We also use Camtesia Studios™ and Tegrity™ as screenrecorder for recording and editing high-quality lectures and communication videos, presentations(including Microsoft PowerPoint™) and screen casts to share lectures online, as Flash™, on CD-ROM, and on portable media devices, including iPod™. During the transition process, weaddressed and resolved many challenges and issues some of which are discussed below.A) Conformation to Proposed Standards and

Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology: Part I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

B. Sridhara, Middle Tennessee State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

reorder them on D2L. There arenumerous tools available under the navigation toolbar which can be loaded as necessary andavoid overcrowding of the course site. Assignments, tests and other course-related materialsposted on the D2L can be edited online if they are saved in the html format. This featureprovides a greater flexibility for the instructor by eliminating the dependency on a particular PCor any portable media device. D2L’s better file management system allows students to resubmitfiles without the need for retrieving the old files. The system downloads student submissionswith the student’s full name along with assignment information and this feature is very helpful tothe instructor while grading. D2L allows the instructors to easily change

Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology: Part I

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sherion Jackson, East Carolina University; Andrew Jackson, East Carolina University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

respondentsnoted that Other intervals were preferred. Those selecting Other often commented that “It is bestto be consistent” and that “every two weeks for lengthier assignments” would be helpful. Threeof the 10 participants simply stated one of the following, “every two weeks,” “biweekly,” and“week to 10 days” for assignment intervals. One participant “prefer[red] a syllabus at start of thesemester listing all assignments and due dates.”FindingsOverall, students taking online courses seem to prefer assignments that are interactive, as long asall members interact and assignments that are due directly following a full weekend.Research Question 1 – “What assignment due dates better meet the scheduling needs of adultstudents?”As noted by responses in this

Conference Session

Innovative and Nontraditional Curriculum in IT/IET

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chad Laux, Purdue University; Edem Tetteh, Virginia State University; Carmen Caldwell, Virginia State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

leadingsociety for manufacturing professionals, SME reference is appropriate for external industryrecognition18. The enduring understandings were incorporated into a course syllabus forassessment of the research study. Page 14.1031.4AssessmentUtilization of a syllabus for assessment of student perceptions is appropriate. As the primarywritten communication between the instructor and students, utilizing the syllabus as a mediumfor student assessment is suitable19. It is also suitable for describing the online, Lean course sincea course syllabus has been previously been utilized for student assessment of courseunderstandings19,20. Utilizing a syllabus

Conference Session

Assessment and Continuous Improvement in Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Irwin, Michigan Technological University; Nasser Alaraje, Michigan Technological University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

The mapping between curriculum and program outcomes Outcomes (Criterion 2, a-k) illustrated in Table 2 of this report is Associated with repeated here, but restricted to just the course at hand. A Page 14.149.5 this Course brief narrative explains how the course supports outcomes.2 Syllabus The most current syllabus for the course is kept on file here. Course objectives are contained in the syllabus. The course objectives are written such that achievement of the course objectives contributes to achievement of the associated

Conference Session

Distance and Web-Based Learning in Engineering Technology: Part II

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Hackworth, Old Dominion University; Carol Considine, Old Dominion University; Vernon Lewis, Old Dominion University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

INSTRUCTOR ARRIVED ON TIME FOR CLASS AND USED THE FULL CLASS PERIOD ALLOTED. 7. IN ORDER TO GET GOOD GRADES ON TESTS AND ASSIGNMENTS, I HAD TO KNOW THE Page 14.14.3 COURSE MATERIALS OUTLINED IN THE SYLLABUS AND DISCUSSED IN CLASS. 8. THE INSTRUCTOR'S PRESENTATIONS WERE INFORMATIVE. 9. OVERALL, I HAVE LEARNED OR BENEFITED FROM THIS CLASS 10. OVERALL, THE INSTRUCTOR IS AN EFFECTIVE TEACHER. 11. RATE THE PUNCTUALITY OF THE INSTRUCTOR IN RETURNING STUDENT ASSIGNMENTS & EXAMS. 12. RATE THE ACCESSIBILITY OF THE INSTRUCTOR & TA'S OUTSIDE OF CLASS HOURS. 13. RATE THE QUALITY OF EXERCISES, LABS, & WRITTEN