Conference Session

Preparing Engineering Students for International Practice

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alan Parkinson, Brigham Young University

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International

in existence, i.e., whatis the state-of-the-art relative to engineering study abroad, 2) what are the challenges associatedwith these programs, and 3) what constitutes a set of best practices regarding these programs?IntroductionEngineering is a global enterprise. Is it not uncommon for engineers to work on multi-nationalteams designing products which will be manufactured in one part of the world (e.g. Asia) to besold in another part of the world (e.g. Europe and North America). As chronicled in ThomasFriedman’s best selling book, The World is Flat1, the advances made by engineers andtechnologists have made it possible for their work to be done nearly anywhere. Engineers,therefore, need to have a broad understanding of other cultures and

Conference Session

Educating Graduates in Engineering for a Flat World

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melany Ciampi, Organization of Researches in Environment, Health and Safety; Claudio Brito, Council of Researches in Education and Sciences

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International

society.Mathematical models are applied for the study of institutions, policies, groups and so on.Theories are verified by experiments or other investigation system, or by creating new methodsor even by analytical methods and designing techniques in public and private sectors.The main idea is to work around a real project, in teams, looking for solutions by the point ofview of the different courses involved in the module. The content of the courses is up to thespecialists.4. ObjectivesThe main objectives of this social engineering graduation program are: to prepare engineering researchers and professionals in administrative positions who work in areas related to policy to design and implement in national territory socio- economic systems and

Conference Session

Technical Session

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John B. Troy, Northwestern University; Pei-Ji Liang, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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Diversity

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International

Paper ID #25501A Course in Best Practices in Scientific Writing and Oral Presentation in En-glish for Chinese Graduate Students in Engineering and the Life SciencesProf. John B. Troy, Northwestern University John B. Troy, Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Northwestern University, has a B.S. (1st class hon- ors) from the University of London, King’s College and a D.Phil. from the University of Sussex, both in the U.K. His research is within the broad area of Neural Engineering with focus on signal processing within the nervous system and the development of technology for neuroscience research and neuropros- thetics

Conference Session

Develop Course / Materials / Topics for a Global Engineering Education

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lawrence Whitman, Wichita State University; Zulma Toro-Ramos, Wichita State University; Barbara Chaparro, Wichita State University; Veronica Hinkle, Wichita State University; Colin Davidson, Spirit Aerosystems; Chris Wilkinson, Spirit Aerosystems

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AC 2009-526: A PRACTICAL GLOBAL DESIGN COMPETITIONLawrence Whitman, Wichita State University Lawrence E. Whitman is the Director of Engineering Education for the College of Engineering and an Associate Professor of Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering at Wichita State University. He received B.S. and M.S. degrees from Oklahoma State University. His Ph.D. from The University of Texas at Arlington is in Industrial Engineering. He also has 10 years experience in the aerospace industry. His research interests are in enterprise engineering, engineering education and lean manufacturing.Zulma Toro-Ramos, Wichita State University Zulma Toro-Ramos serves as Dean of the College of Engineering

Conference Session

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

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jared Geddes, Brigham Young University; W. Vincent Wilding, Brigham Young University; Randy Lewis, Brigham Young University

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14.1107.3TongaProject DescriptionThe first project that was undertaken by the class was to design a process that could be used inthe Kingdom of Tonga to extract the oil from a coconut and convert the oil into biodiesel. Asubstantial amount of research was available for the process of converting vegetable oils intobiodiesel, as well as the process of extracting the oil from coconuts. The purpose of this projectwas to combine the two processes and show how simple biodiesel production could beimplemented in Tonga.Students were divided into six groups that each focused on one specific aspect of the process: oilextraction, conversion to biodiesel, separations following conversion, waste management, addedvalue (such as soap), and economics. Throughout the school

Conference Session

Preparing Engineering Students for International Practice

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Aidoo, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Shannon Sexton, Rose Hulman Institute of Technology; James Hanson, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Kevin Sutterer, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Robert Houghtalen, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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collaborating withstudents on potential senior design projects. Excursions were organized as part of the trip toexpand students’ cultural awareness.Prior to their visit, the Civil Engineering Department and the Office of Institutional Research,Planning and Assessment (IRPA) of RHIT developed and administered three assessmentinstruments in order to collect data on the short term impact of international design projects onstudent experiences. These instruments included a pre-trip survey, a student focus group, anddaily student journals. This paper discusses the results of the data collected during thisassessment process, suggestions for future improvement of the experience, and the need to assessthe long-term benefits of student

Conference Session

Preparing Engineering Students for the Global Workplace

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council; Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health, and Environment Research Organization

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International

as an organization that works for the future of education has established some guidelines to be applied on the design of engineering programs.The guide lines are the result of researches as well experience designing and implementingengineering programs: • The programs should be flexible; • Have more practical activities; • Internships as a way to provide real experience in engineering; • International Experience. Page 25.542.7The formation of the engineer must consider above all: • the strong basis in basic sciences and basic sciences of engineering • the programs should also instigate the students the willing to develop

Conference Session

Building and Engaging Communities for Scholarship, Advocacy, and Action for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Stephanie Farrell, Rowan University; Adrienne Robyn Minerick, Michigan Technological University

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity

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International, Minorities in Engineering

nomination in 2015. Six finalists were invited to present. Topics included two paperson engineering design, one with a focus on ethical and contextual decisions later in thecurriculum [9] and the second focused on problem framing and design considerations in the firstyear of the curriculum as a tool for underrepresented students to better identify their assets withengineering [10]. This paper, which reported on Mapping Assets of Diverse Groups for ChemicalEngineering Design Problem Framing Ability, by Svihla et. al. [10] was selected as the best 2016Diversity paper. One of the finalists, Mikel, et al. was from the Pacific Southwest Section ofASEE [11]; this paper focused on nontraditional adult students and factors that impacted theiracceptance in

Conference Session

International Distance & Service Learning for Engineers- Discussion on Best Practices

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sandra Boschetto-Sandoval, Michigan Technological University; Ciro Sandoval, Michigan Technological University; Linda Phillips, Michigan Technological University

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International

AC 2007-1623: PILOT COLLABORATION AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT:ENGINEERING SENIOR DESIGN AND SPANISH FOR CROSS-DISCIPLINARYLITERACYSandra Boschetto-Sandoval, Michigan Technological University Sandra Boschetto-Sandoval is Associate Professor of Spanish Language and Latin American Studies at Michigan Tech. Her teaching and research interests include language pedagogy, linguistic and cultural translation, and intercultural communication. She is currently working with Ciro A. Sandoval on an Intercultural Communication Reader for students of advanced Spanish language and culture and "Special Purpose" courses.Ciro Sandoval, Michigan Technological University Ciro A. Sandoval is Associate Professor of Spanish

Conference Session

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

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aisling O'Sullivan, University of Canterbury; Thomas Cochrane, University of Canterbury

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International

theoretical principles of technical tasks, they struggle withevaluating and synthesising real engineering problems due to a lack of actual experience1,2. Suchexperience can be gained through real-world engineering research projects, where creative andadaptive problem-solving is facilitated in a contextual learning environment3,4. Contextuallearning is especially important for natural resources, environmental, biological, civil and otherengineers who practice at the interface of the living environment (i.e. ecosystems)5.Industry depends on its ability to attract graduates with a deep technical and broad professionalskills base. Professional skills are considered an integral part of an engineers formal education asstipulated in the professional

Conference Session

Global Engineering Education: Cross-cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health, and Environment Research Organization; Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council

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International

interventions and etc[6].Still engineers will always have to have a strong analytical skill in order to perform in any fieldand they will use it to solve problems. That is what makes them problem solvers [7].5. Engineering EducationEngineering is a social unit, with significant decision-making power in the process ofdevelopment of society. The engineer is, above all, an opinion leader who builds his/her ideasfrom the benchmark set by their professional community.The academic knowledge must provide the basic foundation to get, keep, and progress on a jobto achieve the best results.Sustainability is another aspect when it is about the impact of engineering projects; so new andmore complex demands are arising due to the economic and social needs for the

Conference Session

Educating Graduates in Engineering For A Flat World / International Engineering Education II

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Olivia Dees, Middle Tennessee State University; Saeed Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University

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International

inexpensive, provides renewable energy through precise building design, and may becoupled with solar panels to achieve maximum energy efficiency.The previously mentioned topics will be addressed to exemplify why solar power is the bestchoice for sustainable, renewable energy in developing countries. The purpose of this is tosupport the future implementation of innovative, applied research projects within the engineeringand engineering technology disciplines of international universities. This paper includes anexample of a model program for student participation in hands-on, competitive research projectsusing solar energy. An increase in the number of students who are learning this necessarytechnology and its practical applications helps to ensure a

Conference Session

Global Engineering Education Cross-Cultural Awareness and Social Impacts

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council; Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health and Environment Research Organization; Rosa Maria Castro Fernandes Vasconcelos, Universidade de Minho; Luis Alfredo Martins Amaral P.E., University of Minho; Victor Freitas de Azeredo Barros, Science and Education Research Council

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International

innovative mind in order to be inserted in and to keep up withthe work market. Knowledge in Basic Sciences, Basic Sciences of Engineering and Specifics ofEngineering are fundamental for the training of an engineer. However, the insertion in labormarket sometimes demands some practice or experience that should also be provided by theengineering schools. Taking this into account, the Engineering Education Research Team ofCOPEC – Science and Education Research Council has designed and is implementing a programfor an engineering school which main goal is to prepare engineers for the future work market, theengineer for the future. The idea was born due to the very competitive environment thatEngineering Schools are facing recently and the fact that fewer

Conference Session

A Global Engineer: International and Domestic Engineer

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council; Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health and Environment Research Organization

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International

is seeing and being managed asbusiness, which it is and valued as a noble mission as well.These aspects lead to the fact that prepared engineering educators will certainly contribute to thesuccess of the program. So it is also very important to prepare the engineering professor05.4. The Engineering ProfessorThe initial training for teachers in higher education, in the manner as has been practiced involvesthe acquisition of skills as a researcher and production of knowledge in specific areas, because ofthe tendency for teachers to make the choice by admission to graduate programs in their areas. Itis perceived that specific knowledge of the contents are more valued in detriment of knowledgeof teaching and so research ends up getting more

Conference Session

International Distance & Service Learning for Engineers- Discussion on Best Practices

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chris Swan, Tufts University; David Gute, Tufts University; Douglas Matson, Tufts University; John Durant, Tufts University

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International

to Chinese officials and Tibetan villagers to ascertain what direction the programshould take to best support the target community. The travel team then would conduct on-siteassessment tasks and build a solid foundation for continued program implementation.The Tufts student chapter of EWB is strongly controlled by its students. Students must assumethe leadership role in project development, design, implementation and funding. Engineeringstudents took the technical lead in developing three preliminary designs of select components (asdetermined by the sponsor) of the project: a water quality assessment process, solardecontamination of medical wastes (via a modified solar cooker), and construction of acomposting latrine. Originally, the goal of

Conference Session

International Distance & Service Learning for Engineers- Discussion on Best Practices

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ismet Anitsal, Tennessee Tech University; Ismail Fidan, Tennessee Tech University

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International

AC 2007-460: ASSESSMENT STUDIES OF GLOBALLY DELIVERED ONLINECOURSES IN BUSINESS AND ENGINEERINGIsmet Anitsal, Tennessee Tech University Dr. Ismet Anitsal is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at Tennessee Tech University. Dr. Anitsal holds a Ph.D. in Marketing from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. His research interests focus on customer productivity and customer value in services marketing, specifically at technology-based self-service environments. He formerly worked in the manufacturing, banking and retailing industries and has taught at several universities. His research has been published or accepted for publishing in Journal of Marketing Theory and Practice, Services Marketing

Conference Session

International Division Technical Session 5

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cheryl Matherly, The University of Tulsa; Sarah R. Phillips, Rice University ; Cody A. Chapman, University of Tulsa

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Diversity

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International

international research programs found that, in addition to the technical andprofessional impacts, the global or transcultural aspects of these experiences include: a) fuelingthe emergence of ‘best practices’ effective in sustaining transcultural collaborations, b)encouraging the innovative development of a ‘shared work space’ to accommodate culturaldifferences, c) developing and extending research communities beyond the U.S., d) increasingnon-English language proficiencies, e) affirming the centrality and power of language, and f)contributing to solutions of the ‘Global Grand Challenges’.23Despite these benefits, there remains a need for more assessment of specific outcomes. Aworkshop report issued by Sigma Xi regarding how to assess international

Conference Session

Faculty and Program Developments, Exchanges, and Best Practices

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Marissa Jablonski, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee; John R. Reisel, University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee

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International

the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) in Nagpur, India where she worked on biodegradation of azo dye intermediates. Jablonski served as Co-chair of UWM’s student chapter of Engineers Without Borders for two years since its inception in 2007 and continues to help design and implement water distribution projects in Guatemala. Jablonski was a 2008 recipient of the NSF Graduate Fellowship Honorable Mention, the 2008 Wisconsin Water Association Scholarship, and the 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 UWM Chancellor’s Graduate Student Awards. Marissa is a member of ASEE and EWB. She received her B.S. degree in natural resources and Spanish from the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point, in 2003

Conference Session

Building and Engaging Communities for Scholarship, Advocacy, and Action for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rebecca A. Bates, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Eric Specking, University of Arkansas; Adrienne Minerick, Michigan Technological University; Stephanie Farrell, Rowan University; Rocio C. Chavela Guerra, American Society for Engineering Education

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ASEE Diversity Committee, Diversity

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International, Minorities in Engineering

for posterity and toencourage engagement within other academic institutions and professional societies. Some of ourexamples and strategies can be scaled and adapted to address institutional or regional challengesor to increase awareness and engagement in other national societies. Outcomes seen throughinitiatives have resulted in increased connections with previously disenfranchised members tothe ASEE community, engagement across divisions, and expanded programming in support ofdiversity, equity, and inclusion practices.1. Importance of Diversity, Equity, and InclusionEngineers have a significant impact on society. Their actions shape future technology,infrastructure, and innovation. Improving workforce diversity has been shown to

Conference Session

Impacts on Engineering Education Through Collaborative Learning, Project-based, and Service-learning

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Phillip Albert Sanger, Western Carolina University; Julia Ziyatdinova, Kazan National Research Technological University; Vasiliy Grigoryevich Ivanov, Kazan National Research Technological University

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International

added questions to explore issues of creativity,innovation, aesthetics, teaming and organizational approaches. The survey tool is shown infigure 8. Each survey issue was rated according to the ease and/or difficulty that the individual Page 25.162.6 Issue A little Somewhat A lot 1 2 3 4 5 Impact of R and D in generating successful design  Opportunity for innovative concepts Role that aesthetics played in the design Utility of design documentation to construct

Conference Session

Develop Course / Materials / Topics for a Global Engineering Education / International Poster Session

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashley Ater Kranov, Washington State University

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International

ESL graduate assistants (GA’s) in doctoralprograms and 17 faculty (assistant professor to professor)The theoretical framework for this study is the whole systems sub-paradigm of the learningparadigm in human resource development, where the goal is to provide employees with learningopportunities that will simultaneously build individual learning capacity and knowledge,improve performance, and strengthen the organization as a whole. 37, 38 The research questionsare guided by core adult learning principles and Knowles’ process design for adult learningprograms, wherein participants are actively involved in identifying their own needs and learningoutcomes, as well as how to best address the needs and fulfill the outcomes. 39 This study’sresearch

Conference Session

Faculty and Program Developments, Exchanges, and Best Practices

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Waddah Akili, Iowa State University

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International

AC 2012-3224: ON THE QUALITY OF TEACHING: THE ROLE OF A”CARING” FACULTYDr. Waddah Akili, Iowa State University Waddah Akili has been in the academic arena for more than 37 years. He has held academic positions at Drexel University, Philadelphia, Penn. (1966-1969), at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia (1969-1987), and at the University of Qatar, Doha, Qatar (87-00). Akili’s major field is geotechnical engineering and materials. His research work and experience include characterization of arid and semi arid soils, piled foundations, pavement design and materials, and concrete durability. His interests also include contemporary issues of engineering education in general, and those

Conference Session

Educating Graduates in Engineering For A Flat World

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zenaida Otero Gephardt, Rowan University; Joshua R. Wyrick, Rowan University; Dustin M. Kuzan, Rowan University; Carolyn D. Braun, Rowan University; Jared S. Krause, Rowan University; David M. Santino, Rowan University; Mary E. Wellspeak, Rowan University

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Exposition, Nashville, TN, p. 4013-4018.10. Kentish, Sandra E. and David C. Shallcross, 2006, An international Comparison of Final-Year Design Project Curricula, Journal of Chemical Engineering Education, 40(4), p. 275-280.11. Lyons, William C., 2000, U.S. and International Engineering Education, Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, 126(4), p152-155.12. Spinelli, Giancarlo, 2001, Internationalism and Implications for Engineering Education: Changes in European Educational Systems, IEEE Antennas and Propagation Magazine, 43(6), p.117- 118.13. Mihelcic, James R., Linda D. Phillips and David W. Watkins, Jr., 2006, Integrating a Global Perspective into Education and Research: Engineering International

Conference Session

Educating Graduates in Engineering for a Flat World

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Mariasingam, University of Wisconsin - Madison; Thomas Smith, University of Wisconsin - Madison; Sandra Courter, University of Wisconsin - Madison

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International

proven theories and effective practices for instilling global competence. Most programs are thoughtfully designed and carefully implemented, but they are seldom rigorously and scientifically evaluated for their educational impact. Does learning a second language really matter? How long and what kinds of international experiences are best? Should international coursework be required? What subjects are needed and when should they be taken? Increasing the knowledge base of proven theories and effective practices for instilling global competence in engineering graduates, indeed all graduates, needs to be a major priority [p. 41].These problems in the current efforts in preparing students for the global

Conference Session

International Research Experiences Intl Div Tech Session 8

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Nicole P. Sanderlin, Virginia Tech; Kirsten A. Davis, Virginia Tech; David B Knight, Virginia Tech

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Diversity

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International

-funded International Research Experiences for Students (IRES)program for undergraduate and graduate engineering students. U.S.-based faculty and a sampleof international partners from nine IRES programs were interviewed to understand how theyhave structured their programs and what the outcomes of the programs have been for studentsand their own research productivity and larger-scale collaborations. A variety of program designdecisions including student deliverables, in-country logistics, and unique program features werefound to influence both faculty members’ research and the departments and colleges hosting theIRES programs. Best practices for faculty coordinating international research programs includeidentifying research outputs for the

Conference Session

Accreditation, Program Evaluation, and Education Resource's Impact in Latin America

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erick Jones, University of Texas, Arlington; Vettrivel Gnaneswaran, University of Wisconsin-Platteville; Beatriz Murrieta, Tecnologico de Monterrey, Campus Queretaro

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International

that inform whether or not students “progressed” in theirability to deal with global and engineering challenges.Assessment sub-question #F: “How to increase student interest in grad school and to increasestudent abilities with respect to those tools that makes them competitive in a researchenvironment: research acumen, technical communication and responsible research conduct?”Assessment methods for sub-question #F: (1) reflective journals and weekly meetings withfaculty mentors; (2) pre-survey and post survey of students; (3) focus group with students at theend of their summer experience. In assessment method #1, #2, and #3, students provided greaterinsight into how this experience has impacted their decision to pursue graduate degrees.4

Conference Session

Global Competency and What Makes a Successful Engineer

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kari Wold, University of Virginia; Stephanie Moore Ph.D., University of Virginia

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International

years21.Yet existing collaborations many times struggle with maintaining the quality of their programsthat give students the opportunity to display the global competency skills they will need upongraduation18, 44, 45. For instance, some institutions regularly transfer materials from a classroomto an online transnational format without modification, which fails to take advantage of theplatform that can connect students with others and practice honing their global competencyskills38. Research indicates this missed opportunity to benefit from transnational educationplatforms can stem from a lack of knowledge regarding what activities to use in transnationalclasses, particularly when addressing students’ multiple cultural backgrounds16, 37, 47, 51

Conference Session

Continuing Education for Faculty

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Waddah Akili, Iowa State University

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Diversity

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International

, pavement design & materials, and concrete durability. His interests also include: contemporary issues of engineering education in general, and those of the Middle East and the Arab Gulf States in particular. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Suggested Plans and Practices for Further Development of Engineering Educators in the Arab Gulf RegionAbstract:The increased mobility of engineers worldwide poses new and difficult challenges tocountry and/or region–based systems of engineering education, whose advocates nowface the possibility that their graduates may not possess the skills recognized asvaluable in other countries or by international employers operating within their

Conference Session

Challenges in Engineering, Models in Professional Programs, Capstone Design and Function Generator for Educational Environment

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Claudio da Rocha Brito, Science and Education Research Council; Melany M. Ciampi, Safety, Health and Environment Research Organization; Rosa Maria Castro Fernandes Vasconcelos, Universidade de Minho; Luis Alfredo Martins Amaral P.E., University of Minho; Victor Freitas de Azeredo Barros, Science and Education Reseach Council

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International

decreasing considerably in the last 10 years5.3. The Formation of the Engineer seen by COPECAs an organization that works for the future of education, COPEC has established someguidelines to be applied on the design of engineering programs. The guidelines are the result ofresearches as well experience designing and implementing engineering programs6.• The programs should be flexible;• Have more practical activities; Page 23.284.5• Internships as a way to provide real experience in engineering.The formation of the engineer must consider above all the strong basis in basic sciences andbasic sciences of engineering and the programs should

Conference Session

International Research Experience, Quality Improvement, and Programs/Curriculum Around the Globe

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lorraine N. Fleming, Howard University; Jennifer O. Burrell, Howard University; Wayne Patterson, Howard University; Afiya C. Fredericks, Howard University; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Howard University

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thedevelopment of this critical competency.Description of GEAR-UPThe program was designed to increase the preparedness of engineering students to be globallyengaged leaders upon graduation and to provide the opportunity for Howard engineering studentsto participate in an international research experience. The project involved travel to aninternational destination where teams of American students worked on research projects withteams of students from other countries. As a result, minority students were able to takeadvantage of the opportunity to interact with a select group of engineering students from some ofthe best technical universities around the world; experience close advising and mentoring byfaculty from both their home institution and an