innovative pedagogies that can help enhancethe employability of students. In response to this need, an exploratory study was conducted at asatellite campus of a large, Midwestern research-focused university. The intervention includedthe implementation of an entrepreneurially minded and communication-focused project,developed by the instructor of an upper-level undergraduate manufacturing course. Post-completion of the project, a metacognitive reflection assignment was administered to theparticipants and subsequently, data was collected. Participant responses were qualitativelyanalyzed using thematic analysis which led to the discovery of three themes: (1) identifyingvalue in nature-inspired design, (2) confidence in communication and self-expression
impacted theircollaboration skills, and whether their involvement affected their interest in participating inengineering outreach activities. To determine how their perceived impact of the project on theirprofessional preparation has changed from when they took the class to now when they areworking professionals, we compare their recent responses to the responses in reflections theycompleted while taking the course. The information gathered in the survey also provides a meansto evaluate the effectiveness of the project and identify areas for improvement, which hasimplications for how similar projects might be designed and enacted in the future. Introduction The Accrediting Board for Engineering and Technology, commonly known as ABET
,foliage), and navigation processes (i.e. changing user viewpoint and maneuvering around site);and bringing all of these elements together into a working system prototype. The students wereprovided with mentorship from two faculty members of the San Francisco State University, onefrom Computer Science department and the other one from Civil/Structural Engineeringdepartment), along with feedback from the SEAONC DES committee to advance their work.This support system provided them the necessary technical support while providing expertise inthe context of the application.3. ResultsNote: The following reflects the experience of the student participants reported as co-authors tothis paper.Pre-Assessment: Reflecting on the computer science curriculum
] focuses on assessing student learning and experience to ascertainwhether students have acquired the skills, knowledge, and competencies related to their programof study. The ET department faculty use a combination of direct and indirect methods forassessment and evaluation of the SOs. The results and findings of these evaluations aresystematically utilized as input for the program’s CI actions[1], [13]. Direct methods requirestudents to exhibit their knowledge and skills as they respond to the instrument itself. Objectivetests, projects, laboratory work, presentations, and classroom assignments all meet this criterion[14]. Indirect methods such as surveys and interviews require students to reflect on their learningrather than to display it [12
provided throughout thesemester to prepare for upcoming interventions. Mentors are trained to mentor kids in theexperience of Making, which means teaching them how to complete tasks such as connectingsimple circuits, using a 3D printer, and performing other simple Maker tasks to enhance theirSTEM learning.In addition to recruiting and mentoring practices, we report the reflections and suggestions fromstudent mentors to illustrate how they learn and progress. We also utilize descriptive data andconduct t-tests regarding training and mentoring outcomes to determine whether student mentorsmaster the knowledge and pedagogy, therefore, are confident to teach the 5th and 6th-grade kids.RecruitingOur mentors are mostly recruited from engineering and
curriculum. This proactive approach allowsfaculty to align the content with students' existing knowledge, making it more accessible andrelatable. Recognizing the importance of building on prior understanding, instructors can bridgegaps and create connections between new concepts and what students already know. Thisfacilitates a smoother learning process and fosters a sense of relevance and engagement.Adapting course materials to reflect students' beliefs ensures that the educational contentresonates with their experiences, promoting a more inclusive and effective learning environment.In essence, the thoughtful curriculum adjustment based on student's prior knowledge and beliefscontributes to a more personalized and meaningful educational journey [16
situation of manageable complexity. This can enhance the students’ ability toidentify and solve real-world problems, experiment with new ideas, and reflect on theresults of their work.References 1. DeGarmo’s Materials and Processes in Manufacturing. Black and Kohser.2020. 2. The Technology of Metallurgy. Dalton. 1994 3. Engineering Materials 2 – An introduction to Microstructures, Processing and Design. by Ashby & Jones. 3rd Edition.2012 4. ASTM E8-E8M Standard Test Method for Tension Testing of Metallic Materials. 5. ASTM E18 Standard Test Methods for Rockwell Hardness of Metallic Materials. 6. Effect of cold rolling on microstructure and material properties of 5052 alloy sheet produced by continuous casting. Zhu, et
, makingthem to see themselves as entrepreneurially minded individuals [7, 8]. Storytelling, throughwhich students share specific work or school situations that might represent a wide variety ofethical concerns [9] also constitutes ways to enhance and to extend the ethics learning outside atypical classroom setting.The integration of informal peer assessments provides additional opportunities for students toengage with academic content vicariously and to learn from their peers’ stories. The informalassessment process lowers the stakes, focuses on students’ learning as reflected in each story’snarrative, and encourages participation and creativity. Moreover, the processes of generating andsharing stories and the peer assessment process connect to
environments, though experiences varied among students.Question 7: Many students agreed on the importance of engaging critically with AI content,stressing the need for discernment in using AI tools.The survey results reflect students’ opinions of the role of AI in EE education. While there is anacknowledgment of the benefits AI can bring in understanding complex concepts and creating adynamic learning environment, there is also a clear emphasis on the need for critical engagementwith AI-generated content. The data suggests that students are aware of the potential pitfalls ofover-reliance on AI and the importance of validating AI products. This highlights the necessityfor educators to balance the integration of AI tools with traditional teaching
expand on the scope of this study by investigating the generalizability of the resultsto other regions and cultures and exploring potential ways to improve the program to support thedevelopment of future leaders in sustainable engineering.IntroductionEngineering education has transformed in recent years, emphasizing experiential learning todevelop students' competencies. One example of this trend is Engineers Without Borders (EWB),which provides students hands-on field experience through sustainable engineering projects. [1].EWB's experiential learning program is based on the principle of direct experience and reflection,which effectively develops the skills necessary for engineering practice, including problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership
Primary School Teachers. Asian Journal of education, 14(4), 125-147.Song, M. (2018). Learning to teach 3D printing in schools: how do teachers in Korea prepare to integrate 3D printing technology into classrooms? Educational Media International. doi:10.1080/09523987.2018.1512448Sullivan, P., & McCartney, H. (2017). Integrating 3D printing into an early childhood teacher preparation course: Reflections on practice. Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education, 38(1), 39-51.TeachEngineering.org. (2022). Engineering Desing Process. Retrieved 2022, from TeachEngineering.org: https://www.teachengineering.org/design/designprocessteachHOUSTON. (2022). teachHOUSTON program. Retrieved from University of Houston: https
further test/collect data on lubricated and non-lubricated applications.Bibliography 1. Standard Test Method for Calibration and Operation of the Falex Block-On-Ring Friction and Wear Testing Machine. ASTM International, 1 May 2019. 2. Standard Test Method for Ranking Resistance of Materials to Sliding Wear Using Block- On-Ring Wear Test. ASTM International, 1 June 2017. 3. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley http://www.utrgv.edu/en-us/ 4. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley - Engineering Technology program http://www.utrgv.edu/_files/documents/admissions/undergraduate/dp-engineering- technology-bs.pdf 5. Fornaro, R.J., Heil, M.R, and Alan L. Tharp, A. L., 2006, “Reflections on 10 years of sponsored
emphasis on STEM learning is an importantkey to developing productive, responsible, and contributing members of society.Program Components and Activities:The MEWT project at ECSU adopted the experiential and authentic learning framework, whichmakes student engagement the top priority, where students learn by doing, discovering,reflecting, and applying. Authentic and experiential learning creates an environment necessary tonurture the 21st Century soft skills including critical thinking and problem-solving,communication, collaboration and teamwork, and learning to learn.The program activities were designed based on three tenets which include mentoring, research,and education/training. The education and training components included enhancing
Figure 2. It reflects the diversity of the collegeof ECST. 13 of 24 students responding to a question about ethnicity were LatinX. A majority of respondents(15) indicated an expected graduation date of 2023, meaning that they enrolled in the Robotics courseduring their second- or third-to last semester at college. More than half of the students (55%) werecommunity college transfer students. Figure 2. Student participants by race/ethnicity To understand the impact of the course, information on students’ previous experience with hands-onengineering projects in their major was also collected, as shown in Figure 3. Only 8 students (33%) hadtaken courses in the past that provided hands-on experience in their major
workforce [10,11]. This leads to the need for anundergraduate STEM Education degree, which emphasizes integrated inquiry and innovation andequips the teacher to prepare students for success in the 21st-century economy. In this paper, aunique engineering degree in STEM Education is presented. The current curriculum and the keycourses are explained, as well as how they impact the preparation for the future cohorts of STEMEducators. The examples and program progress presented in this paper reflect the first cohort of12 students. To date, graduates of the program have achieved a 100% pass rate on the Texascertification exams in mathematics, physical science, and engineering. Furthermore, thechallenges and future improvements are discussed in this
someone is comfortable with, can beincredibly useful when people in those disciplines later work collaboratively [6]. Our evaluationshowed that this co-curricular program is improving student knowledge and student confidence.We have also observed this shared knowledge acquisition about sustainability helped studentswork collaboratively on their shared projects.Experiential learning is at the heart of the SUSTAIN program. Experiential learning is defined aslearning that is accompanied by first-hand experience with real-world problem solving [7].Effective experiential learning follows an experiential learning cycle where there is abstractconceptualization, active experimentation, concrete experience and reflection or observation [7].Students in the
implementing practicalmeasures to support students are not separate initiatives, but two sides of the same coin. Thisinsight urges research studies to consider a panoramic view of the interconnectedness of identitydevelopment and academic performance, thereby presenting a cohesive tapestry of theseindividual threads [24]. The following research questions are offered by this work to foster morecomprehensive investigations in this field: • To what extent do interventions (academic, social, personal, professional, etc.) impact the academic performance and persistence of ET transfer students, and • how do these interventions interact with the shaping of their engineering identity during their first year of transfer?Reflecting back to the heart of
States. In total, we will invite 500 studentsto complete the survey from various colleges and universities. By extending the invitation toparticipate across institutions of varying sizes, we are effectively strengthening the breadth anddepth of our findings.The 28-question survey seeks to understand the decision-making process that led students topursue the engineering technology program of study and their intended plans for the future uponcompletion of the degree. Questions also ask students to consider their degree of preparedness toenter the engineering technology program and their confidence that they will ultimately succeedin completing the degree. Additional questions ask students to reflect on how they handleacademic challenges, and to