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International Division Technical Session 4

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jianchuan Cheng, Southeast University; Jun Chen, Southeast University; Yubing Zheng, Southeast University; Minping Jia, Southeast University; Yongming Tang, Southeast University; Wenjiao Qiu, Southeast University

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, field program content descriptions as well as administration andsafety measures. Afterwards, an integrated evaluation system combining theperformance assessment with student questionnaires is described in detail. Thequestionnaires require students to answer questions on the effectiveness of the fieldpractice program based on self-assessment. Moreover, independent-sample t-tests areconducted to compare the student learning outcomes between the students who haveparticipated in the program and those who have not, and paired T-tests were alsoperformed to compare the improvement of five required abilities between the studentswho have participated in the program and those who have not based on teachers’evaluation.Results: Through analyses on the

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International Division Technical Session 8

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Scott Danielson, Arizona State University; Huong Huu Diem Nguyen, Arizona State University; Kathy Denise Wigal, Arizona State University

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participants. She served as one of thefounding faculty of Coconino Community College, building an academic organization from the groundup, including development of institutional policy, organizational structure, curriculum and assessment,and establishing community and institutional relationships. She served as co-chair, editor, and contribut-ing author of the self study for accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission.Dr. Kathy Wigal holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership (Ed.D), a Masters in Business Administra-tion (MBA), and a Masters in Community College Education (M.Ed) from Northern Arizona University.She has taught both graduate and undergraduate courses in educational administration and educationalpedagogy, as well as courses in

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International Division Technical Session 8

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nathan Daniel Manser, University of South Florida; Colleen Claire Naughton, University of South Florida; Matthew E Verbyla; Christine Prouty, University of South Florida; Kevin Orner, University of South Florida; James R. Mihelcic, University of South Florida

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Paper ID #13068Improving the Global Competency of Graduate Engineers Through PeaceCorps Partnership and Long-Term International ServiceMr. Nathan Daniel Manser, University of South Florida Nathan Manser is an Environmental Engineering PhD candidate at the University of South Florida con- ducting research on the fate of pathogens in biological waste to energy systems. His research interests include the application of household engineered systems to recover resources in a low impact environ- ment, developing globally competent engineering graduates and integrating active learning methods into engineering curriculums.Ms

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Preparing Engineering Students for International Practice

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Korth, Brigham Young University; Owen Carlson, Brigham Young University; Mason Webster, Brigham Young University; C. Greg Jensen, Brigham Young University

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. Currently he is working for ATL technology as a Global Product Developer.Mason Webster, Brigham Young University Mason Webster is a graduate of Brigham Young University with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. He is fluent in Mandarin Chinese and has completed two internships in China at a Lithium-ion battery manufacturing plant. Next year, he plans on attending graduate school to pursue a Master of Business Administration degree.C. Greg Jensen, Brigham Young University Dr. C. Greg Jensen is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Brigham Young University. He has also worked for Boeing, Lockheed, and United Technologies. His current research interests are in the area of integration

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Global Studies, Initiatives, and Study Abroad Programs

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven J. Burian, University of Utah; Pedro Romero, University of Utah

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suggest reducing barriers and structuring opportunities tofit in the engineering curriculum will increase student participation2. Page 25.559.3We decided to look into these issues. The first question is the length of the program. We foundthat there are semester-length programs set up by the College of Engineering that require specialarrangement between universities so that the classes are equivalent. There are currently no FLPsoffered at the University of Utah for engineering credit. We decided an FLP was necessary tomeet our constraints. However, in order for an engineering FLP to be successful, it must be morethan just a trip and it must have a

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Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace & Successful Graduates for a Flat World: What Does It Take?

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lisa Romkey; Yu-Ling Cheng, University of Toronto

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and the Global EngineerIt is nearly universally acknowledged that the world is becoming increasinglyinterconnected, interdependent and integrated, and that technology is accelerating at anescalating pace. The interdependence of financial systems and world economies turned a“made-in-America” banking problem into a global economic crisis of historicproportions. Ease of travel allowed avian flu to spread from an isolated remote village inChina to cities around the world, and created a health crisis that brought Toronto to a nearstandstill. Global warming, global political unrest, global epidemics, global poverty –the challenges that future generations of engineers will be asked to address are global innature. Charles Vest31 urged universities to

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Global Engineering Education Initiatives

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lauren Alexander, IAESTE United States; Cheryl Matherly, University of Tulsa; Mary Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Larry Shuman, University of Pittsburgh

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acceptance of programs of less than six weeks, stressing the characteristics ofgood program design. These were: • Unassailable academic integrity • Integration into the curriculum Page 13.795.3 • Affordable program design • Good pre-departure orientation and preparation • Faculty buy-in and participation • Interaction with the host community • Incorporation of local language • Opportunities for cultural enrichment, and a faculty leader trained to provide on-site interpretation and support • A safe and secure environment • Competent, experienced staff • Delivering what is promised (meeting expectations

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International Division Technical Session 8

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nicole P. Sanderlin, Virginia Tech; Kim Lester, Virginia Tech; Liang Li Wu, University of California, Irvine; Thomas Carl Long, Virginia Tech

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, innovation, and project management. They integrated the topicof leadership by focusing on the success of collaboration and knowledge transfer from prior teamleads. Furthermore, the presentation described the process from project initiation to completionwithin a relatively large group setting (approximately 20 students per project) under industrymentorship similar to an actual industry experience. The two different presentation approachesfrom VT and UCI provided a more well-rounded perspective for the student audience in China ofhow American engineering students applied problem solving skills, established effectivecommunications, interacted with industry, and moreover, developed student leadership. All students felt that the keynote speakers

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Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gayle Elliott, University of Cincinnati; Cheryl Cates, University of Cincinnati; Brian Dansberry, University of Cincinnati; Louis Trent, University of Cincinnati

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is thus to operationalize the conceptualoutcome in some way (e.g., to develop a test of competence in critical thinking).”3Professional Practice faculty recognized that students achieve a host of significant learningoutcomes through co-operative education work experiences, many of which are described byCates and Jones. “From the standpoint of academic faculty there are several outcomes of co-operative education that are critical. As an educational strategy, co-operative education provideslearning that is related to the students’ curriculum. From the standpoint of industry, it isimportant that students have the technical knowledge that their academic preparation provides,but it is equally important for them to develop workplace knowledge.” 4

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International Division Technical Session 7

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bhavna Hariharan, Stanford University; Sneha Ayyagari, Stanford University

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]. As a result, global engineering courses and projects have grown rapidly.There has also been a simultaneous growth in engineering students looking for ways touse their engineering skills in service of improving the lives of those less privileged thanthem. Young students are eager to apply the engineering skills they are acquiring, toengage with these problems. This is echoed in the study conducted by Oberst and Joneson the megatrends in engineering practice, which identified social imperative as one ofthem [3]. As such, there has been a call for engineering educators to create opportunitiesfor students to learn how “engineering is an integral part of societal change” and be ableto accept “responsibility for civilization’s progress” [4].A set

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Building Knowledge Based Economies: the Role of Industry-University-Government Partnerships

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ivan Esparragoza, Pennsylvania State University; Ramiro Jordan, ISTEC-ECE-UNM; Maria M. Larrondo Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Javier Paez Saavedra

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: ‚ Advance the state of higher education ‚ Promote integration between local and international accreditation and certification initiatives in academia and industry ‚ Create a forum to encourage joint international research and development ‚ Provide tools, knowledge and environment for entrepreneurship ‚ Provide a cost-effective vehicle for technology transfer.To accomplish this, ISTEC has created an organization that is flexible, self-sustaining,transparent and effective, and will be responsible for carrying out the mission.Background: In an effort to improve international collaborations in Science and Technology, inmid 1990 personnel from the University of New Mexico funded by Motorola visited countries inLatin America to identify and

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International Study Abroad Programs & Student Engagements

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Khanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University; Mary Lynn Brannon, Pennsylvania State University; Sarah Zappe, Pennsylvania State University; Thomas Colledge, Pennsylvania State University; Yu Zhao, Pennsylvania State University

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AC 2010-742: EPLUM MODEL OF STUDENT ENGAGEMENT: EXPANDINGNON-TRAVEL BASED GLOBAL AWARENESS, MULTI-DISCIPLINARYTEAMWORK AND ENTREPRENEURIAL MINDSET DEVELOPMENTKhanjan Mehta, Pennsylvania State University Khanjan Mehta is a Senior Research Associate in the Electronic and Computer Services (ECS) department and an affiliate faculty member in the School of Engineering Design, Technology and Professional Programs (SEDTAPP) in the College of Engineering at Penn State. His professional interests include innovative system integration, high-tech entrepreneurship and international social entrepreneurship. His research interests include social networks, application of cellphones for development, innovation in

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Technical-Capacity Building & Exporting of Higher Education to Developing Countries

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Russel Jones, World Expertise LLC

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Carnegie Mellon University. Purpose built state-of-the-art learning and teachingfacilities have been built for each university.Texas A&M University at Qatar offers undergraduate degrees in chemical, electrical,mechanical and petroleum engineering. It graduated two students in 2007 and a full classin 2008. It is beginning to offer two graduate programs, a Master of Engineering Degreeand a Master of Science Degree. The undergraduate curriculum integrates cutting-edgeand applied research with innovative classroom instruction to ensure that its graduates areequipped to assume leadership roles after graduation.Carnegie Mellon Qatar has offered undergraduate programs in Computer Science andBusiness Administration since 2004. It has recently added a

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Preparing Engineering Students for International Practice

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alan Parkinson, Brigham Young University

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representative in character rather than comprehensive in scope. That is, many ofthe schools surveyed were mentioned in the literature or by others as having exemplary programsand also represented a wide spectrum of program types.Program FormatsAs programs have been surveyed, various types of programs have been observed. For thediscussion which follows, it will be useful in this section to categorize programs and brieflydiscuss some of their attributes. These categorizations are not all inclusive; some programs cutacross more than one category. The formats observed include:Dual DegreeStudents obtain two degrees—one from the home university and one from the abroad university.Students follow an integrated program which includes substantial study at the

Conference Session

International Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kent A. Wayland, University of Virginia

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campus, never to address it again. Theexperience cannot simply be placed in a "shoebox".18 Rather, education abroad must be seen as alonger learning process that becomes a key component of an engineering education. Studentsmust be prepared for the experience, guided through the experience, and then assisted in theprocessing of the experience upon their return, so that they can integrate it into theirunderstanding of the world and of engineering. Such a "wrap-around" approach to educationabroad has long been recognized among intercultural communications scholars and scholars ofeducation abroad as an excellent means to cultivate learning from that experience.18,22Despite the benefits of a “wrap-around” approach for maximizing learning from

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International Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bill Guariento, University of Glasgow; Nazmi Abdel-Salam Almasri, The Islamic University of Gaza - Palestine; Anna Rolinska, University of Glasgow

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, Palestine and Libya.Dr. Nazmi Abdel-Salam Almasri, The Islamic University of Gaza - Palestine Nazmi Al-Masri is an associate professor of TEFL and curriculum development. Since he obtained his PhD from Manchester University, UK, in 1994, he has been working at the English Language Department, the Islamic University of Gaza- Palestine. He teaches Technology in TEFL, ELT Methodology, ELT Research Methods and ESp courses.He participated in building the English language curriculum and textbooks used in Palestinian schools and currently participating in four EU funded projects.Ms. Anna Rolinska, University of Glasgow Anna Rolinska has 15 years of experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language. For the last 6 years she

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Int. Engineering Education: Developments, Innovations, and Implementations

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yue-Min Zhao, School of Chemical Engineering and Technology, China University of Mining & Technology, Xuzhou, Jiangsu 221116; Yue-min Zhao, China University of Mining and Technology

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, mineral processing courses have included such engineering practice areas as"pilot study of methods", curriculum design, graduate design etc. This allows the lab classesto be a separate class in the true sense. This is a significant change to the original irrelevantcombination of experimental courses. In general, it cultivates student’s innovation awarenessand ability in practice. Playing the Role of Master, Promoting Innovation Consciousness Training. We knowthat a famous teacher can cultivate an excellent student. Talent cultivation of our highereducation cannot succeed without the guidance of the masters and the experts. At present,there are two academicians of Chinese Engineering and 2 winners of national outstandingyouth fund, 3 minister of

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International Educational Experiences (1)

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gang Zheng, University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute; Yanchun Yang, University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute

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statistics of local studentsgoing abroad through the short-term exchange and study abroad winter programs. 200 150 Exchange Winter 100 50 0 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Figure 2. Statistics of Students Studying AbroadAt the onset of JI, all technical program requirements and curriculum structures were carefullydesigned to allow for curriculum integration between the corresponding programs of the JI andUM. This curriculum alignment allows some students of the JI to pursue dual undergraduatedegrees in two different but related engineering or science disciplines at two universities, knownas the dual-degree program. In the

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Global Studies, Initiatives, and Study Abroad Programs

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Teri Kristine Reed, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Amanda G. Idema, Michigan State University; Jean Landa Pytel, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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enrollments andgraduation, highlight challenges facing this population, and provide promising practices in eachof the areas of curriculum, extra-curricular opportunities, and faculty/staff support anddevelopment.Enrollment and Graduation TrendsIn many places around the world, attaining a degree from an institution of higher education in theUnited States (U.S.) is seen as the pinnacle of academic achievement. Several factors contributeto this reputation, such as availability and flexibility of options at U.S. universities, the quality ofeducation offered, and the overall perceived value of a Western education. This has resulted inan influx of international students at American universities. International enrollments atAmerican colleges and

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International Study Abroad Programs & Student Engagements

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joerg Mossbrucker, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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AC 2010-1075: THE PERFORMANCE OF U.S. EXCHANGE STUDENTS ABROAD,A LONGITUDINAL STUDYJoerg Mossbrucker, Milwaukee School of Engineering Page 15.1250.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 The Performance of U.S. Exchange Students Abroad, A Longitudinal StudyAbstractThe Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) and the University of Applied Sciences Lübeck/Germany (FHL) have a well-established, dual-accredited, bi-directional exchange program inElectrical Engineering that is completely integrated into the curricula of both institutions. Thebasic layout of this tuition-neutral exchange program is shown in Figure 1. MSOE and

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Preparing Engineers for the Global Workplace

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Najwa Hanel, University of Southern California

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AC 2008-2298: ENGINEERING RESEARCH RESOURCESNajwa Hanel, University of Southern California Page 13.520.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Engineering Research and Resources The American University of BeirutAs a member of the University of Southern California Science & Engineering Libraryfaculty, I was granted a Sabbatical Leave in 2006 to study the engineering researchers’resources at the American University in Beirut, Lebanon (AUB). My sabbatical report waswell received by my colleagues at USC and elsewhere motivating me to enhance it andshare it with you. The purpose of this paper is to reflect upon the history of an

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Int. Engineering Education: Developments, Innovations, and Implementations

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sebastian M. Pfotenhauer, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Joshua Jacobs, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Julio A. Pertuze, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Daniel T. Roos P.E., Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Dava J. Newman, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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-week lab rotations all over Portugal. This mobilitygives students access to the best teachers in the country, helps them build critical researchnetworks among otherwise rather isolated groups and department, and contributes to theformation of knowledge integration communities 18. One highlight of the curriculum is the „Bio-Innovation Teams‟ course, which is an adaptation of the popular „i-teams‟ at MIT 33. In thisclass, students assess the market potential and develop business plans for emerging technologiesin cooperation with companies. A recent study by Dori and Silva evaluated the learningoutcomes of the MPP modular course structure, concluding that it has raised student learningcompared to regular term structure, and has been instrumental

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International Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bjorn Kjellgren, KTH Royal Institute of Technology; Isabel Ortiz Marcos, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid ; Luis Ballesteros-Sánchez, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; Rocío Rodríguez-Rivero, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid

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process of integrating an international, intercultural or globaldimension into the purpose, functions and delivery of post-secondary education, in order toenhance the quality of education and research for all students and staff, and to make ameaningful contribution to society.” Both the notion of “meaningful contribution” and of“society” are of course open to widely different interpretations but is in not uncommonlyconnected to strivings to meet the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, including the idea ofcultivating a sense of “global citizenship” as an important part of quality education. These arethemes that look well beyond both the EU project and the business side of higher education, andindeed also far beyond the university.The European

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International Division Technical Session 2

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Audra N. Morse, Texas Tech University

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petroleum engineering and industrial engineer may take these courses abroad. However, thecourses will not be approved for mechanical engineering students to take abroad. Facultymembers have been very supportive of accepting the international courses as electives and onedepartment is looking to revise the curriculum to create an ideal semester for the students to goabroad, should they choose to use the semester long exchange as their method of accomplishingthe international requirement. The WCOE will be working with the other engineeringdepartments and degree programs to rework their 4-year curriculum plan to identify the idealsemester(s) students should participate in a semester-long study abroad experience.6. Finding ways to make programs as cost

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Building Knowledge Based Economies: the Role of Industry-University-Government Partnerships

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Aaron Ball, Western Carolina University; Duane Dunlap, Western Carolina University

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engineeringtechnology curriculum and future engagement projects.The project helped to build stronger ties with industry, better community relations, andstronger relationships with government agencies. Both educational institutions look forwardto future engagement projects so that they may continue to serve the local community,students and industry. Partnerships among government agencies (ORNL), regional industryand regional educational institutions offer an excellent opportunity for advancingprofessional development, enhancing student learning and promoting economic development.The foundation for potential economic development in western North Carolina has beendemonstrated through collaboration with Sci-Cool, Incorporated and coordinated by ORNL.This paper

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Preparing Engineering Students for International Practice

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Saeed Khan, Kansas State University-Salina; Beverlee Kissick, Kansas State University-Salina

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AC 2007-1454: LINKING INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION, INNOVATION,CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING AND GLOBAL THINKING: MOTIVATINGTECHNOLOGY STUDENTS TO BE ATTENTIVE TO CULTURAL ISSUESSaeed Khan, Kansas State University-Salina SAEED KHAN is an Associate Professor with the Electronic and Computer Engineering Technology program at Kansas State University at Salina. Dr. Khan received his Ph.D. and M.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering from the University of Connecticut, in 1989 and 1994 respectively. He received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, Dhaka, Bangladesh in 1984. Khan, who joined KSU in 1998, teaches courses in telecommunications and digital systems

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Preparing Engr Students for International Practice

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gunter Heitmann, Technical University-Berlin

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. After world war II Europeancountries started the process of collaboration, harmonisation and integration, beginningalready in 1955 with the Treaties of Rome. Since that time Europe has increasingly promotedstudents, graduates and the work force in general to be prepared for an internationally orientedpractice and at least a common European labour market. Strengthening the globalcompetitiveness of Europe in general and of the European Union in particular the activitiesshifted more and more from “Europeanisation” towards a global focus. The European Unionin cooperation with its meanwhile 25 member states increased its activities to prepare studentsand graduates for an international practice and to attract students from abroad to study and

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Cooperative and Project-based Global Learning

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Soondo Kweon, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville; Jun H. Park, Tongmyong University; Kookhyun Kim, Tongmyong University; Kee Joo Kim, Tongmyong University; Jeonghoon Song, Tongmyong University; Hooi-Siang Kang, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; H. Felix Lee, Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

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inter- est is in 3D modeling and applications, CAD/CAM/CAE, manufacturing system design and planning, and computer simulation and OR. He renovated the industrial and manufacturing engineering curriculum with introduction of CAD/CAM/CAE and 3D modeling applications to manufacturing systems, and has taught Boeing engineers on the subjects for about 20 years. He was a recipient of NSF grants on developing a supply-chain manufacturing system and on developing an integrated design-aid tool for flexible manufac- turing systems, and of AHA (American Heart Association) grant on volumetric assessment of epicardial adipose tissue using echocardiography . He authored a book on CAD on Unigraphics: Engineering De- sign in

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International Initiatives, Partnerships, Teaching Strategies & Collaborative Networks (IUCEE, IFEES, LACCEI.... )

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andy Ward, Ohio State University; Ann Christy, Ohio State University; Robert J. Gustafson; Jessica D'Ambrosio; Kurt Paterson, Michigan Technological University

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international team conducted research on one of four components of an integrated research program investigating wetlands adjoining Lake Victoria.2 Benin Groundwater Research and Development in Benin The program was initiated in 1998, with Benin student involvement since 2000 University of Notre Dame and annual trips involving US students since 2003. 2002-2005 involved a Universitéd’Abomey-Calavi summer Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU). 2006-2008 involved a Long-Term Research (LTR) Program. The REU involved 2-4 weeks of pre- travel

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International Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Catherine A. Twyman, Virginia Tech; David B. Knight, Virginia Tech

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international and intercultural contexts withengineers who define problems differently from themselves1, 2, 3. To meet those workforcedemands and needs, Virginia Tech offers a program which integrates an on-campus, semester-long experience with a two week international experience in a course for first year engineeringstudents. This study focuses on understanding the range of learning experiences from theperspectives of enrolled students that occurred during the two week international module.Throughout the two weeks students traveled through Italy, Switzerland, Germany, and Franceengaging in local culture and customs during visits with engineering businesses and universities.These visits, intentionally selected by the program faculty director to align