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Lessons Learned Developing and Running a Virtual, Faculty-Led, International Program on Sustainable Energy in Brazil

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 1
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Courtney Pfluger, Northeastern University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

consumption and efficiency of mill 4. Alternative fuel sources for lime kiln process 5. Heat energy and water efficiency pulp plantThe teams performed research, developed, and designed a proposed plan in which Suzano canbecome more sustainable in the designated sector. This project required the students to gaintechnical knowledge on their sector’s processes and the impact their sector has on the sustainabilityof the company and its goals. The teams then collaborated to innovate new solutions and developa plan for the company to be more sustainable, looking at its resources and needs. They appliedengineering concepts and discussed international policies that impact the company’s sustainablegoals. Teamwork was particularly important for the

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Global STEM Partnerships via Consortium Models for Resilience During a Pandemic

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 5
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Sylvia Jons, Institute of International Education; Edward Randolph Collins Jr. P.E., Clemson University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

developed a career working in various roles throughout the institute. She has worked on IIE’s Generation Study Abroad initiative, on the Fulbright Program, the Brazilian Scientific Mobility Program and on two private STEM programs within the U.S. Student Programs Division. Prior to joining IIE in 2012, Sylvia worked at the University of Nebraska on a system-wide Internationalization plan. Sylvia has a Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration with a focus on Internationalization. She studied abroad at Korea University and extended her stay in Korea working with the Asian Pacific Association of International Education. She completed a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising with an emphasis in Public Relations from the

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Key Elements for Integrating a Semester Long Abroad Program into the Engineering Curriculum

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 5
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Luca Quadrifoglio, Texas A&M University; Maria Claudia Alves, Texas A&M University; Ahmarlay Myint, Texas A&M University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

research and attraction of funded international graduate students. Maria started working at Texas A&M in 2005 as Assistant Director for Latin American Programs and in 2009 she was promoted to Program Manager for South America in the same office. During her time at the Office for Latin America Programs she created, managed and developed projects to enhance the presence of Texas A&M University in Latin American and to support in the internationalization of the education, research, and outreach projects of the university. She was charged with the development and implementation of a strategic plan for Texas A&M in South America. While at the Office for Latin America Programs, Maria was also part of the team

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Collaboration Between ESPOL and Villanova University on the Development and Delivery of a Digital Literacy Program for Youth on the Galapagos Islands

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 1
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Pritpal Singh, Villanova University
Tagged Divisions: International

on a combination ofselected online and mostly offline activities to develop students’ skills based on the DQ Institute’sDigital Literacy Framework. Details of the program content, results of the program and thesuccesses and challenges of this international education program will be shared in the paper.IntroductionThe impact of the COVID-19 pandemic will continue to be studied for years to come given thedisruption to our daily activities and its impact on the world’s economy and public health [1-3].While government and health authorities continue to reduce the large death rate suffered in thepast year [4] through vaccination plans, several developed countries will start to lift restrictions incoming weeks and months[5, 6]. On the other hand

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Tanzania Field School: Place-Based Learning for Portable Skills

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 1
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Adebayo Ogundipe, James Madison University; Siya Paul Rimoy, University of Dar es Salaam; Divina Donald Kaombe, University of Dar es Salaam
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

communities• applying human-centered design principles to design challenges• developing appropriate technology design solutions in collaboration with local partners• developing sustainable implementation plans that include monitoring and evaluation, as well as mechanisms for response to needed changes• exploring existing as well as alternative technical solutions to sustainable development problems in real life contexts• developing frameworks for conceptualizing complex, open system problems, and the inter- relationship of environmental, energy, economic, health, technological, and cultural factors• analyzing the comprehensive impact of designs and problem solutionsProgram activitiesTo facilitate the development of course modules

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Achieving Domestic Internationalization and Global Competence Through On-Campus Activities and Globally Responsive Education

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Sanjay Tewari, Missouri University of Science and Technology; Peng Zhang, Missouri State University; Yuan Zhuang, Missouri State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

addition, it covers how culturally responsiveteaching and global learning are being promoted for global competence by increased domesticInternationalization efforts.The importance of exploring global teaching and learning models and the significance of facultyengagement are emphasized in this paper. It also discusses how international virtual exchangelearning gained popularity because of COVID-19 and how the GREAT program plans tointegrate it by offering a grant to support faculty with an aim to promote the internationalizationof the curriculum and global learning for all. This paper also discusses how lessons learned fromteaching abroad and international education are being incorporated for domesticinternationalization to provide similar

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The International Engagement of Engineering Education in China: A Historical Case Study of Tsinghua University

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 4
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Zheping Xie, Tsinghua University; Xiaofeng Tang, Tsinghua University; Fujun Jin
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

system (Author 2018). The pioneering engineering educators atTsinghua emulated the engineering curriculum and instructional methods from the US. Thoughthe teaching was conducted in Chinese, major textbooks and reading materials provided to thestudents were written in English. Programs like electrical engineering and aviation engineeringadapted relevant teaching plans from MIT –including a 4-year Bachelor’s program and the use ofa credit system. For the aircraft program, the general courses and most fundamental professionalcourses of aviation program were almost the same as the mechanical program. Of course, there arealso a wide range of professional bases and less professional courses.(Cao 1999).Based on the Sino-US agreement, Tsinghua started

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Study Abroad While Studying Abroad: International Students’ Participation in the RSAP Study Abroad Program

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 4
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Johnny C. Woods Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Tahsin Mahmud Chowdhury, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Natali Huggins; Karen Dinora Martinez Soto
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

can be as effective as the semester-long experience if adequately structured andmanaged [28]. Institutions would need to develop quality programs to ensure that programoutcomes are developed for diverse students and program needs [19]. Hence, the need to makeappropriate adjustments to the curriculum with faculty involved in the planning and designing ofshort-term programs is significant to strengthen programs [24]. It is relevant and effective whenshort-term study abroad programs are composed of a semester-long class to enrich students’experience, overcome curricular challenges, and adequately prepare students for the trip abroad[18].Institution Study Abroad ProgramThe Rising Sophomore Abroad Program (RSAP) engineering study abroad program

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Variations in Marketing and Depiction of Study Abroad Programs: A Content Analysis of Engineering Study Abroad Programs

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 5
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Zuleka Woods, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Johnny C. Woods Jr. , Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

Paper ID #33092Variations in Marketing and Depiction of Study Abroad Programs: AContent Analysis of Engineering Study Abroad ProgramsZuleka Woods, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Zuleka is a doctoral student in the Planning Governance and Globalization program and a Master student in public health at Virginia Tech. She holds degrees in Psychology and Cultural Anthropology (BS) and Master in Higher Education (M.Ed.) from Northeastern University. Her research interests include the intersection of power and race in international programs and experiences. Zuleka works as a Graduate Assistant in the Graduate

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Learning About Solar Power in South Sudan: An International Collaboration

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 1
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Susan M. Lord, University of San Diego; Mou Deng Riiny, SunGate Solar
Tagged Divisions: International

USA to avoid perpetuating stereotypes.Summary and Next StepsWe successfully developed two modules on solar energy in South Sudan: one as an introductionand one including more advanced topics. These modules were reviewed by a solar energytechnician and a student at the University of San Diego. The feedback from these reviews wasused to improve the modules. These modules were the major deliverables for an independentstudy, which served as an EE elective to satisfy BS degree requirements for the student.The next phase of the study and documentation will include testing these modules withengineering students at the University of San Diego and other students at a university in SouthSudan and incorporating their feedback. The instructor plans to

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Work in Progress: Creating an Internet Platform for USA and Indian Students to Share Ethical Viewpoints

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 5
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Sweta Saraff, Amity University Kolkata; Roman Taraban, Texas Tech University; William M. Marcy P.E., Texas Tech University; Ramakrishna Biswal, National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
Tagged Divisions: International

in multiple ways. Ethical educationcan increase awareness of systematic evils in social policies and planning. A deep sense of moralautonomy with a functional value system works in harmony with higher cognitive abilities tooptimize use of resources and to take socially and economically relevant decisions. A studentcomprehends ethical decision-making by being mindful of professional identity and self-belief.The ability to take cognizance of a situation from other’s perspectives, to empathize, andexercise emotional regulation are vital steps towards developing professional knowledge andskills (see Figure 1).Figure 1. Development of Professional Identity Via Cross-Cultural Ethical Discourse Knowledge and

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International Students Face Unique Challenges in Their College Transition: Lessons Learned From a Discipline-Specific Support System

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 4
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Haritha Gnanasegar, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Tawni Paradise, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Ramida Theeravachirakul, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Soumya Khanna, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Margee Pipaliya, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

planned before the pandemic, the changes in oursupport systems and the focus of our team due to the pandemic were necessary items to considerin our research. This led us to include COVID-19 specific interview questions, and the resultsfrom these questions are discussed in their section within the results.4. Participants For this study, we interviewed 8 participants in various academic standings enrolled inengineering programs at a mid-Atlantic US university. The participants comprise 4 female and 4male students who hail from 6 different countries. Table 1 provides information on the studentsinterviewed with their home country, grade, and involvement. TABLE I PARTICIPANT BACKGROUND

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Global Engineering Competencies Learned Through Virtual Exchange Project Collaboration

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Deborah Walter, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Megan Diane Lavery, Engineering World Health; Benjamin Fleishman, Engineering World Health
Tagged Topics: Diversity
Tagged Divisions: International

who demonstrated a need.We had a small number of facilitators, all trained in engineering, and two of us were experiencededucators. We think the synchronous sessions were successful because the facilitators metweekly and shared ideas and experiences. We feel the facilitators could be better prepared if wegenerated specific ideas for the goals and agendas of each synchronous team meeting. We alsofound that some groups wanted to talk about non-technical issues related to social and politicalcurrent events (especially after the explosion incident in Lebanon). These off-topic discussionswere encouraged if not planned. We feel that facilitators in the future could be better prepared ifwe gave them some tools or practice in moderating discussions

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Cultural Dimensions in Academic Disciplines, a Comparison Between Ecuador and the United States of America

Conference Session: International Division Technical Session 2
Collection: 2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access
Authors: Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Bianey Cristina Ruiz Ulloa, National University of Tachira; Francisco Gamboa, Universidad del Táchira; Johnny C. Woods Jr., Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; MiguelAndres Andres Guerra P.E., Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ; Karen Dinora Martinez Soto; Reema Helen Azar, Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ
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College of Science and Engineering at Uni- versidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ. He holds a BS in Civil Engineering from USFQ, an M.Sc. in Construction Engineering and Project Management from Iowa State University as a Fulbright Scholar, a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech, and two Graduate Certificates from Virginia Tech in Engi- neering Education and Future Professoriate. MiguelAndr´es’s research includes sustainable infrastructure design and planning, smart and resilient cities, and the development of engineers who not only have strong technical and practical knowledge but the social awareness and agency to address global humanitarian, environmental, and social justice challenges. For him, social justice