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First-Year Programs Division Poster Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Magdalini Z. Lagoudas, Texas A&M University; Kristi J. Shryock, Texas A&M University

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Diversity

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,identifying design requirements and functions for the expected solution, developing andevaluating design concepts, developing a baseline solution and project plan, and meeting theirproject plan milestones. Table 1 lists all the projects titles student teams pursued as part of thesecond project. They represent a wide range of applications, which reflect different studentinterests. Table 1. Project Titles Interactive Maps Bike Rack Drip Irrigation Automated Animal Feeder SeKure Bike Bust Stop Awning Smart Lifejacket F.L.O.P. Board-Based Transportation Lock Methane Collection Box

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First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 6: Design and Design Chanllenges

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University; Amy Trowbridge, Arizona State University

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First-Year Programs

designs and teaches courses in mechanical engineering at ASU. Her interests include innovative teaching pedagogies for increased retention and student motivation, innovations in non-traditional delivery methods, as well as structured reflective practices throughout the engineering curriculum.Amy Trowbridge, Arizona State University Amy Trowbridge is a Lecturer in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University (ASU), focused primarily on freshmen engineering. She is also Director of the Grand Challenge Scholars Program at ASU. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Assessing the Impact of Incorporating the NAE Grand Challenges for Engineering as a

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First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 4A: Retention Programs and Strategies

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Megan McSpedon, Rice University; Ann Saterbak, Rice University; Michael Wolf, Rice University

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First-Year Programs

, only 5% of B.S. engineering graduates have been AfricanAmerican and only 7-8% have been Hispanic.2Shoring up the leaky STEM pipeline, particularly for underrepresented groups, is of nationalimportance. The first two years of college are particularly important for STEM retention.1 Onestrategy employed by some universities to remedy the gap in retention rates is the creation ofsummer bridge programs.3. Research BackgroundResearch suggests this achievement gap does not reflect a difference in student ability but ratherstructural inequalities in K-12 educational experiences between students from high-performing,well-resourced schools and students from under-performing, low-resource schools.4 Studiesshow abilities, attitudes, and college

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First-year Programs Division Technical Session 16: That Important Decision - Which Engineering Major?

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Héctor Enrique Rodríguez-Simmonds, Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN; Juan David Ortega-Alvarez, Universidad EAFIT, Medellin, Colombia - Purdue University, West Lafayette, IN; S. Zahra Atiq, Purdue University; Stephen R Hoffmann, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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by FYE students as useful in deciding theirengineering major. The figure only shows the results where the word count was greater than 2.“Presentations” and “homework” occur in the context of ENGR131, whereas “research”emerged spontaneously in the list, something we were not expecting to see. Upon reflection andobservation of survey responses to this question, we realized that while the question was askingstudents about the activities in ENGR131, they reported doing some research on their own whichhelps them make a decision regarding their major.Figure 2 shows that the activity students find most helpful are the presentations. However, anadditional finding can be highlighted from these results: After the activities occurring in thecontext of

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 1: It's All About Teams and Teamwork

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Leslie, New York University Polytechnic School of Engineering (formerly Polytechnic University); Gunter W. Georgi, New York University Polytechnic School of Engineering; Alyssa Marie D'Apice, New York University Polytechnic School of Engineering

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impact of our teamwork skits. As seen in Figure 4, weasked our audience what they would do if their team starts to encounter difficulty. Anecdotally,we hear from students that they do not like working on teams because they end up doing all ofthe team’s work; this is reflected in the pre-skit response of 30% of our students, who respondedthat they would simply take over the project. About 15% of the students before the skit said theywould talk to the teacher or stop working. After the skits, a full 15% more of the class said theywould call a team meeting if they noticed they were having trouble, equaling a 15% drop in thenumber of students who said they would take over the project. The number of students who said

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 5B: Work-In-Progress: 5 Minute Postcard Session II

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bruce W. Char, Drexel University; Isuru Daulagala, Drexel University; Nagarajan Kandasamy, Drexel University; Thomas T. Hewett, Drexel University

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First-Year Programs

proctoring period.Furthermore, problems with variants can be used both for practice and for assessment.QuizPack, an automated assessment system for C programming was found to encourage practiceand enhancement accomplishment in programming when used in such circumstances5.We believe that the immediate feedback of Cody is most beneficial when the student is close tobeing able to complete a solution unaided -- the desired goal state of the learning. Using Cody’sfeedback to infer how to fix fundamental defects in algorithmic is not likely to be veryproductive use of time for the student. Stopping when Cody accepts a solution as correct alsodoes not encourage further reflection on code improvement that might be sorely needed if thesolution was obtained

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First-year Programs Division Postcard Session 1: Retention and Student Success Strategies

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth R. Kurban, University of Maryland, College Park; Paige E. Smith, University of Maryland, College Park; Kurubel Belay, University of Maryland

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

student development and transfer into engineering.Participants were recruited from the 2013 to 2016 cohorts through a recruitment email explainingthe purpose of the study. Two focus groups of six participants each were conducted, lastingapproximately 75 minutes each. Focus group participants provided their consent for recordingthe session. Following an introduction, overview of the study, and completion of the IRB consentforms, the focus group facilitator engaged the students in a series of discussion questions andactivities, encouraging students to reflect on and share about their experiences in the FYSEprogram. After the sessions, the recordings were transcribed and reviewed by the researchers.Transcriptions and notes were then coded for

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Postcard Session 1: Retention and Student Success Strategies

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Krystal S. Corbett, Louisiana Tech University

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First-Year Programs

students were coming in with proficiency with the Parallax BOE-Bot.Additionally, the Arduino provided more functionality. Thus, changing to the Arduino allowedfor advances to the projects being conducted in the classes. Also, choosing to use the Arduinorequired the curriculum developers to design a chassis to make the microcontroller mobile for theENGR 120 robot challenge. This chassis construction added more fabrication opportunities forthe students to experience.When the Arduino was implemented in the curriculum in 2011, updates were made to coursematerials to reflect the new microcontroller. However, since that time six years ago, the coursehas not undergone a major update. Viewing curriculum as a living document, faculty atLouisiana Tech

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Integrating Computing into the First Year

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adetoun Yeaman, Virginia Tech; Diana Bairaktarova, Virginia Tech; Tamara Knott, Virginia Tech

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First-Year Programs

’ pre- and post SBST and PRVT:R test scores to further understandhow students’ strategies may be related to improvement in score performance and developmentin spatial skills over the course of the semester. The latter can help make informed decisionsabout which of these strategies to reinforce in future iterations of the course.ReferencesAdams, R., Punnakanta, P., Atman, C. J., & Lewis, C. D. (2002). Comparing Design Team Self- Reports with Actual Performance: Cross-Validating Assessment Instruments. American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition.Adams, R. S., Turns, J., & Atman, C. J. (2003). Educating effective engineering designers: The role of reflective practice. Design Studies, 24(3), 275–294

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First-Year Programs: Metacognition, Self-Efficacy, and Motivation #2

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Melissa Lynn Morris, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Joseph Dygert, West Virginia University; Robin A.M. Hensel, West Virginia University

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs

early trends seen in this data hold true for alarger, more diverse population.This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No.1644119. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this materialare those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National ScienceFoundation.6.0 References[1] R.W. Lent, S.D. Brown, and G. Hackett, “Toward a Unifying Social Cognitive Theory ofCareer and Academic Interest, Choice, and Performance,” Journal of Vocational Behavior, Vol.45, pp. 79/122, August, 1994.[2] A. Duckworth, C. Peterson,M. Matthews, and D. Kelly, “Grit: Perseverance and Passion forLong-Term Goals,” Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, vol. 92

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ENT Division Technical Session: First-year Experiences

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Elizabeth Pluskwik, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Yuezhou Wang, Minnesota State University, Mankato

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation, First-Year Programs

forimprovement. Similar to typical engineering classes, the instructor tends to assess the activity byquizzing the technical content but often ignores the instant feedback about the activity itself aswell as the emotional aspects, i.e. “Do you enjoy this activity?” We solicit information fromstudents about improvement of teaching towards the end of semester, but this would seldom focuson one particular activity and thus not add on much value. We recognize the importance of timelyfeedback after the activity. If a student notices his/her input is valued and taken into redesign theactivity, the feeling of ownership [22] may enhance the engagement.Student response to active learning is reflected in the question set 2[1] summarized in Table 4.Overall

Conference Session

FPD 9: First-Year Projects

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Thomas Shepard, University of St. Thomas; Broderick W. Carlin, University of St. Thomas

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, ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Atlanta,GA, Paper 7539.12. Sheppard, S., Gilmartin, S., Chen, H.L., Donaldson, K., Lichtenstein, G., Eris, O, Lande, M., and Toye, G.,(2010). Exploring the Engineering Experience: Findings from the Academic Pathways of People LearningEngineering Survey (APPLES), TR-10-01, Center for the Advancement for Engineering Education, Seattle, WA.13. Davis, C., Yeary, M., and Sluss, J., (2012). Reversing the trend of engineering enrollment declines withinnovative outreach, recruiting and retention programs, IEEE Transactions on Education, 55(2), pp.157-163.14. Kolmos, A., (1996). Reflections on project work and problem-based learning, European Journal of EngineeringEducation, 21, pp. 141-148.15. Malicky, D., Huang

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FPD 8: Teaching Design in the First Year

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica E.S. Swenson, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Merredith D. Portsmore, Tufts University; Ethan E. Danahy, Tufts University

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First-Year Programs

. Meyers, Silliman, Gedde, and Ohland (2010) A Comparison of Engineering Students’ Reflections on Their First-Year Experiences. Journal of Engineering Education, 99(2), 169-178.5. Niemi, A., M. Green & M. Roudkovski (2013) Evolution of a First-Year Retention Project: Findings at Halftime. Proceedings of the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Atlanta, Georgia.6. Paretti, M. & K. Cross (2011) Assessing First-Year Programs: Outcomes, Methods, and Findings. Proceedings of the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference. Vancouver, Canada.7. Cross, N. (2000) Engineering Design Methods: Strategies for Product Design. Chichester, New York: Wiley.8

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FPD 4: Peers and Perceptions

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sudhir Kaul, Western Carolina University; Robert D. Adams, Western Carolina University

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First-Year Programs

possible that eachgroup designated one specific member as the report writer. Individual reports on project status aswell as reflection essays could be assigned in the future in order to enhance the achievement ofthis outcome. This needs to be investigated further since improving written communication skillsis an important learning outcome of this course that is expected to be strengthened through thePBL course sequence.4. Discussion and ConclusionsThe investigation of learning outcomes in this paper provides an interesting insight into studentperceptions about an important introductory course for engineering students. Student self-assessment of each outcome is seen to correlate with the results from direct assessment.Particularly, it is observed

Conference Session

FPD I: Attacking the Problems of Retention in the First Year

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yvette Pearson Weatherton, University of Texas, Arlington; Andrew P. Kruzic, University of Texas, Arlington; Beth R. Isbell, University of Texas at Arlington; Lynn L. Peterson, University of Texas, Arlington; Carter Tiernan, University of Texas, Arlington; Vu V. Pham, University of Texas at Arlington

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engineering, the non-FIG student population data yielded amoderately positive correlation between SAT Math scores and GPA, while FIG data showed anegative correlation, indicating that average first year cumulative grade point averages decreasedwith increased SAT Math scores. The FORCES cohort showed a strong negative correlationbetween the two variables.Assessment of the FORCES program performance in many cases supported or further informedthe retention and performance data analyses. Members of the cohort consistently identified theFIG component as a strength, and the data reflect that FIG participants in general were retainedat higher rates and performed better than non-FIG participants. Evaluation of elements relativeto calculus readiness and

Conference Session

FPD VIII: Crossing Bridges and Easing Transitions into the First Year

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Judith A. Garzolini, Boise State University; Gary LeRoy Hunt, Boise State University; Joe Guarino, Boise State University; Doug Bullock, Boise State University; Susan Shadle, Boise State University; Cheryl B. Schrader, Boise State University

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clearlycommunicated. Data on the start date and total hours worked indicate that a significant numberof students did not use the software in the manner that we had intended. This is also reflected inthe numerous queries about how to use ALEKS that the Math Department received in the lastfew weeks of the summer. It appears that both better advising techniques and stronger incentiveswill be needed.New Actions: (1) Restructure orientation sessions as described in Section 1. The two day formatshould reduce the concentration of information flowing at students in the short advising windowcurrently available. It is also possible that students could use computer facilities on campus tobegin their ALEKS work under our supervision. (2) Track our success rate for

Conference Session

Design in the First Year

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Noelle Comolli, Villanova University; William Kelly, Villanova University; Qianhong Wu, Villanova University

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First-Year Programs

problems, which are open-ended, with more than one solution,to freshman[1]. Most freshman still learn by acquiring knowledge from the teacher, assumingthat all knowledge is a collection of facts that are right or wrong[2]. Therefore asking them toachieve the next leaving of learning that is required of engineering design is not an easy task. Felder and Silverman in their paper “Learning and Teaching Styles in EngineeringEducation” nicely laid out the need for a teaching style that benefits the majority of engineeringstudents involves some hands-on and reflective activity, not just lecture[3]. Active learning,especially problem based learning, has been shown effective at increasing student interest incourses, and improving their retention of

Conference Session

Service Learning and Societal Issues in the First Year

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carol Sevier, Boise State University; Seung Youn Chyung, Boise State University; Cheryl Schrader, Boise State University; Janet Callahan, Boise State University

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First-Year Programs

develop a strong rapport with them. ≠ There are numerous opportunities for reflection including challenges working through the engineering design process and understanding their client and the challenges their disability creates for them.The engineering design process is new for most freshman engineering students. They often havelittle hands-on experience; many of their experiences have been textbook or computer-based.Students are required to brainstorm multiple design options and evaluate them as to which ismost likely to meet the project requirements, cost and schedule goals. They are encouraged todevelop prototypes using inexpensive, readily available materials including corrugatedcardboard, duct tape, PVC pipe and wire. These

Conference Session

Mentoring First Year Students

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daina Briedis, Michigan State Univesity; Nathaniel Ehrlich, Michigan State University; Colleen McDonough, Michigan State University; Jon Sticklen, Michigan State University; Thomas Wolff, Michigan State University

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First-Year Programs

of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NationalScience Foundation (NSF). The authors also wish to thank Karen Clark, Research Assistant,Institute for Public Policy and Survey Research, Office for Survey Research at MSU for hertimely and efficient programming, survey administration, and data retrieval. We are alsoindebted to Mr. Timothy Hinds, the instructor of EGR 100, who has generously allowed us touse his class as a contact point for the CF program.Bibliography1. Seymour, Elaine and Nancy M. Hewitt (1997). Talking about Leaving: Why Undergraduates Leave the Sciences. Boulder, CO, Westview Press.2. Keller, J.M. (1983). Motivational design of instruction. Instructional-design theories and models: An

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FPD X: First-Year Design with Projects, Modeling, and Simulation

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ani Ural, Villanova University; Joseph Robert Yost, Villanova University; David W Dinehart, Villanova University; Shawn P. Gross, Villanova University

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understand the limitations and sources of error incomputational and experimental approaches. Furthermore, the integration of all componentsthrough a technical report allows students to reflect on the interrelation between theoretical,computational and experimental components and their respective significance in engineeringanalysis, design and research. Page 22.184.104. Course AssessmentThe students were given three surveys during the semester in addition to the course evaluationthat was administered at the end of the semester. The surveys were given after each module ofthe project to evaluate the contribution of theoretical, finite element

Conference Session

First-year Programs Poster Session

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Reap, Virginia Tech; Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech; Rachel A. Louis, Virginia Tech

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First-Year Programs

2. and Mointoring Activation 4. Reaction and 3. Control • Behavior Reflection • • Context Figure 1: Simplified Diagram of Pintrich’s Self-Regulated Learning FrameworkOur project is centered in the Motivation/Affect domain where we seek to understand how anintervention impacts motivation for learning. In this framework, as in much of Pintrich’s work,motivation is defined broadly and includes elements firmly grounded in a variety of differentmotivation theories 1, 4. Capitalizing on this broad definition, our

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FPD VIII: Crossing Bridges and Easing Transitions into the First Year

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Helen M. Doerr, Syracuse University; Jonas Bergman Arleback, Syracuse University; AnnMarie H. O'Neil, Syracuse University

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terms of time when the outer edge of the ripple is moving at a constantrate. There was a substantial gain on this item of 32 percentage points from the pre-test (n = 8,16% correct) to the post-test (n = 24, 48% correct). In the other symbolic item (Q18), thestudents had to interpret the meaning of the parameters in an exponential growth function: “Themodel that describes the number of bacteria in a culture after t days has just been updated fromP(t)=7(2)t to P(t)=7(3)t. What implications can you draw from this information?” There was asubstantial gain on this question of 36 percentage points from the pre-test (n=19, 38% correct) tothe post-test (n=37, 74% correct). This likely reflects the emphasis in the model developmentsequence on making

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FPD XI: Tidbits and Cookies

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin Emery Mertz, Arizona State University; Sara A. Atwood, Elizabethtown College

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First-Year Programs

non-persistence), the frequency of responses wascompared between institutions. The data was also analyzed with respect to gender for thelarge and medium-sized schools (the female population at the small school was too smallto be used in this analysis).Methods:Data for this study were taken from student essays written as part of an in-classassignment. As a part of this assignment, the students were asked to respond to theprompt, “Engineering is a very broad field of study. What is it about engineering thatinterests you?” Two engineering education researchers reviewed and coded thesequalitative reflections independently. The independently coded responses were comparedand discussed until a consensus was formed. The coding categories and

Conference Session

FPD 1: The Path to Engineering

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Catherine E. Brawner, Research Triangle Educational Consultants; Marisa K. Orr, Louisiana Tech University; Matthew W. Ohland, Purdue University and Central Queensland University

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First-Year Programs

engineering courses. And I saw civil and I saw that there was a lot of equivalencies so that I could just keep going with the course and not really pay attention to co-reqs. Because I’ve already taken the co-reqs and pre-reqs. I: So you went to civil because many of the courses that you had taken would apply in civil? M: Yes. Yes.When reflecting on the transfer experience, Mike noted that he had been admitted to D-State as afreshman and chose to go to Southeast D-State instead. I: So what do you think would’ve been different if you had decided to come here as a freshman? M: I probably wouldn’t even gone through engineering. I probably would’ve stayed

Conference Session

FPD 5: Transitions and Student Success, Part I

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edmund Tsang, Western Michigan University; Laura Darrah, Residence Life, Western Michigan University; Paul V. Engelmann, Western Michigan University; Cynthia Halderson, Western Michigan University; Bryan W. Thumme, Western Michigan University; Anetra Grice, Western Michigan University

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recommendations expressed in this paper are those of the authors and do notnecessary reflect the views of NSF.References1. Gabelnick, F., MacGregor, J., Matthews, R.S., and Smith, B.L. Learning Communities Creating Connections Among Students, Faculty, and Disciplines, Jossey-Bass, San Francisco, CA, 1980.2. Tsang, E., and Halderson, C. (2008). “Create Learning Communities to Enhance Success for Students with Diverse Academic Preparation Background,” Proceedings of Frontiers In Education Conference, October 22-25, 2008, Saratoga Springs, NY, Session S1D.3. Banta, T.W., and Kuh, G. (1998). “A Missing Link in Assessment: Collaboration Between Academic and Student Affairs Professionals,” Change, March/April, pp. 40-46.4. Stringer, J

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FPD 5: Transitions and Student Success, Part I

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carolyn Skurla, Baylor University; Steven R. Eisenbarth, Baylor University

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First-Year Programs

science? Non-transfers 15 10 5 0 5 10 15 From the beginning High School - Freshman or Sophomore year High School - Junior or Senior year First year in Community College Second year in Community CollegeFigures 2 and 3 reflect student feedback on their understanding of the SAS program’srequirements and of the requirements for their major. Traditional students entering ourengineering programs are required to enrolling in an introduction to engineering course. Thiscourse is designed to help students explore engineering as a career choice. It also includes

Conference Session

FPD 9: First-Year Engineering Courses, Part III: Research, Sustainability, and Professionalism

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stanley M. Forman, Northeastern University; Susan F Freeman, Northeastern University

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First-Year Programs

universal organization and time management technique for allstudents! Next popular was planning ahead, though the Honors students seemed to utilize thistechnique less than the Non-Honors students. Since all these students are newly matriculated,the students are generally reflecting their high school experience, where Honors students mayhave had less need to do pre-planning, given their aptitude and capabilities. Do work promptlywas chosen and utilized by all student categories, though at a lower preference rate. Use acalendar was the overwhelming choice of Honors students and much less so for Non Honorsstudents, though this tool was at about the same preference level overall as prioritize work.There still is a drive to either get the work done or

Conference Session

First-Year Programs: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the First Year

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Janet Aderemi Omitoyin, The University of Illinois at Chicago ; Renata A. Revelo, The University of Illinois at Chicago; Betul Bilgin, The University of Illinois at Chicago; Houshang Darabi, The University of Illinois at Chicago; Rezvan Nazempour, The University of Illinois at Chicago

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First-Year Programs

training of mathematics teachers that is at the core of this problem. Since enrollment at UIC, Janet had dedicated her studies and research efforts on Mathematics Socialization and identity amongst pre-service elementary teachers, an effort at understanding the reasons for lack of interest in the subject with a view to proffer solution and engender/motivate interest amongst this group that will eventually reflect in their classroom practices. She is currently a Graduate Assistant with UIC Engage, a commu- nity focused project that provides help for less-privileged students from K-8 in mathematics, reading and writing. She continues to work as a substitute teacher occasionally to keep abreast with current practices

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First-Year Programs: Recruiting and Retention

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Joanne Kay Beckwith, University of Michigan; Laura Hirshfield, University of Michigan

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First-Year Programs

. There is aseparable outcome one is trying to obtain or avoid, such as a reward or punishment. Commonexternal factors are grades or evaluations, which are metrics that have been constructed to“measure” a student’s success and serve as motivation for improvement. Another type ofexternal factor can be derived from another person, such as the opinion of a mentor, friend, orpeer. Intrinsic motivation comes from internal drives and is defined as doing an activity for itsinherent satisfaction [12]. These actions reflect ideas like core values, personal interests, andone's sense of morality. Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation are considered to be part of the "locusof causality," meaning they are the perceived sources of motivation.The study of rural

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FPD10 - Freshman Engineering Introduction to Design

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Silas Bernardoni, University of Wisconsin- Madison; Amit Nimunkar, University of Wisconsin - Madison; John Murphy, University of Wisconsin- Madison; Sandra Courter, University of Wisconsin - Madison

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First-Year Programs

breadboard. The Appendix III provides in more detail the implementation of these specialized trainingsessions and the topics covered.Practical tips for implementation of Supplemental Training/Curriculum During planning and implementing our training sessions, we integrated the three coreideas from the Delta Program which are Teaching-as-Research, Learning-through-Diversity andLearning Community [9]. Through the Teaching-as-Research approach, we were able to involvesystematic and reflective use of research methods into the design of our SupplementalTraining/Curriculum. We studied the TQM model which has been successfully implemented intothe industrial management practices. We tried to draw a parallel between thebusiness/management