Conference Session

Graduate Studies Potpourri

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erika Mosyjowski, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan; Diane L. Peters, Kettering University

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

graduation age is comparable to that of other STEM fields, it is in stark contrastto average graduation ages in fields such as education (38.3) and humanities (34.2), where it ismore common for students to return for a degree after working in the field for several years [8].Though there is limited research on returners at the doctoral level in engineering, research onreturners generally in a number of fields suggests returning students may have distinct strengthsand challenges. In addition to the rich applied work experiences they can bring to their doctoralwork [3], returners may be more mature, goal-oriented, and motivated, and possess strongteamwork skills and a high work ethic [9] - [11]. However, returners can also face challengestransitioning

Conference Session

Case Studies and Programs to Improve Graduate Students' Skills

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barbara A. Karanian, Stanford University; Srinath Sibi, Stanford University; Matthew T. Ikeler; Leigh Hagestad, Stanford University; Wendy G. Ju, Stanford University

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

-interview is conducted with the participant. Pre-determined questions focus on their driving experience, their assessment of aspects of thedriving interaction and interface, and their recollection of various aspects of the drive-along experience and their response.These research procedures are minimally risky, they are driving their personally ownedvehicle, on quiet campus roads or parking lots, and riding a car with “trained” passengersas researchers. Two elements outline ethical consideration in the study:a. Audio and video recording occurred. The recordings were used to code participantbehavior, to examine and transcribe interactions with the existing automation.Additionally, videos may be shown for educational purposes, in classrooms, labs

Conference Session

Educating Students for Professional Success

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert J. Gustafson, Ohio State University

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies, New Engineering Educators, Student

program, theory vs. application (hands-on), 2) faculty issues such astenure and reward systems and staying current with field and pedagogy, 3) specific curriculumcontent issues of communications, teamwork, technology use, ethics and 4) concern regardingstudent preparation and retention of information. Objective 3 Students will be able to recognize the options for types of instructionalapproaches.. Results from a pair of questions related to types of instructional approaches theypreferred as a student and then how they are or have been teaching demonstrate that a gap doesexist between the two (Figure 2). The largest gap occurs in the areas of active learning exercisesand laboratory

Conference Session

Graduate Education Model, Industry and Practitioner Experience - Graduate Studies Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alex Jordan Hanson, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Peter Lindahl, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Samantha Dale Strasser, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Alison F. Takemura, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Dirk R. Englund, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Jaime Goldstein, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

talks and feedback Revise flash talk Journal papers and getting Abstracts and 4 Prepare abstract and figure published introductions 5 Publishing ethics Titles and figures Revise abstract and figure Prepare venture capital 6 Venture capital pitches Venture capital pitches pitch Venture capital pitch 7 — Evaluate pitches

Conference Session

Methods, Techniques, and New Programs in Graduate Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Diane L. Peters, University of Michigan; Shanna R. Daly, University of Michigan

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

“older,” “mature,” “adult,” “non-traditional” or “returning” students, have had a variety of careerand life experiences between their undergraduate and graduate studies. These returning studentsdiffer from direct-pathway graduate students; they are often more motivated and mature9,10, moregoal-directed4,10, more aware of ethical issues9, have better teamwork skills9, have a high workethic10, and more skilled with a variety of tools and types of equipment10. They also utilize timemanagement strategies more effectively than younger students, and model effective studystrategies for direct-pathway students to emulate11. These characteristics can add to theclassroom environment and enrich the graduate experience for the student body as a whole9,10