Paper ID #39598Innovating Engineering Curriculum Design Toward Future: A Pilot CaseStudy of the School of Future Technology (SFT) in ChinaDr. Lina Zheng, Beihang University Lina ZHENG is a postdoc researcher at Beihang University, and holds a Ph.D. degree in Public Adminis- tration from Tsinghua University. She used to be a visiting scholar in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University, with long-lasting interests in global engineering education research and practice.Yu HanRuilin WUJianglong ZhangYe JinxinZijiao Jiang ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023
industry backgrounds have the choice to assist students in creating theRover. In the beginning, the program was formed to give students majoring in EngineeringTechnology at MTSU a direct application for the skills and knowledge they have learned duringtheir undergraduate classes. Today, the program welcomes international students from variousscience, technology, engineering and mathematics (S.T.E.M) education backgrounds.BackgroundEVP has 15-20 international members currently active in the program. The members work withAmerican students and learn about each other’s customs. Through building the rover,international and domestic students work together to learn how to bridge potential languagebarriers. In the EVP program, students from various
. in Educational Policy and Planning from UT Austin. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Navigating the Personal and Professional: How University STEM Mentorship Programs Support Women in Austria and Germany IntroductionThe underrepresentation of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics(STEM) fields isn't just a statistic – nor a debate – it's a persistent global issue [1]. Althoughsignificant progress has been shown to promote gender equality in society, women holdingpositions in the higher echelons of predominantly male-centric STEM fields remain a rarephenomenon [2]. Recent statistics support these findings, shedding light on the stark reality ofsuch
Paper ID #38788Leveraging international academic partnerships for the design of acollaborative sustainability-focused graduate civil engineering programDr. Seth D. Mallett, Metropolitan State University of Denver Assistant ProfessorDr. Jeno Balogh Ph.D., Metropolitan State University of Denver Professor, Sustainable Systems Engineering Program DirectorMarcus Juby, University of P´ecs, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology LecturerDr. Zoltan Orban, University of Pecs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Director of Structural Diangostics and Analysis Research Group ©American Society
perspective on the need for a robust engineering education system in society.Dr. Cristina Diordieva, Nanyang Technological University Cristina Diordieva is currently the Project Coordinator for the World MOON Project. She was a Post- doctoral Research Fellow in the joint medical school (LKCMedicine) at Imperial College London in the UK and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. She is a co-author of a report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) in Switzerland. Her research interests include educational technology, online learning, digital health, and language massive open online courses (L-MOOCs).Ribhav Galhotra, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Ribhav Galhotra is a bachelor’s student
Paper ID #38641Excellence, Belonging, and the American Dream: An Auto-ethnography onBeing International in EngineeringDr. Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl Dr. Sreyoshi Bhaduri is an Engineering Educator and People Research Scientist. Sreyoshi’s expertise lies at the intersection of workforce development, AI and emerging technology, and engineering education. As a Research Scientist in the tech industry, Sreyoshi leverages AI for mixed-methods research on and for people at work, ensuring that organizations intentionally center the human experience. Sreyoshi has spoken at over 100+ global venues, addressing diverse audiences
connectedness and interdependence ofworld cultures and economies. With the Information Age, globalization went into overdrive.Advances in computer and communication technology launched a new global era and redefinedwhat it meant to be “connected” [1]. Over recent years, the engineering field, among others, haswitnessed the power of connectedness as a catalyst for breakthroughs. Often these breakthroughsresult from cultural exchanges - the process of sharing and experiencing ideas, knowledge, andpractices across different cultures [2]. Specific to engineering, the cultural exchanges create amelting pot of ideas and influences from around the world through bringing togetherprofessionals from diverse backgrounds. Yet, bringing together individuals from
Paper ID #47700Exploring the Impact of Unexpected Learning Outcomes Across Cultural andArchitectural Differences: A Comparative Study of Japan and EthiopiaMr. Hiroyuki Ishizaki, Shibaura Institute of Technology Hiroyuki Ishizaki is a Visiting Professor at Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT), a leading Japanese engineering school. His research interests include multidisciplinary teaching and learning, cross-cultural competence, collaborative online international (COIL), technopreneurship, and project/problem-based learning methods. As a Director of the Malaysia Office, he has been expatriated in Malaysia since 2014 and
theirfuture professional lives may unfold largely online [12].How is EC changing and what capacities do engineering students need to build?Early-career engineers will need to be well positioned to affect change, negotiate solutions, andunderstand stakeholder perspectives remotely, collaboratively, and documented in real-time.Advances in virtual reality suggest that remote, collaborative work will continue to benormalized. As these technological innovations advance, social and behavioral science cancontribute to our understanding of best practices for teaching Engineering Communication (EC).Additionally, EC training also presents a growth opportunity for adult engineering learners whomay be uncomfortable with technology, creating developmental
Paper ID #41099Text Mining Analysis for Assessing Washington Accord Graduate AttributeProfiles through Techno-Socio Project-Based Learning ProgramMr. Hiroyuki Ishizaki, Shibaura Institute of Technology Hiroyuki Ishizaki is a Visiting Professor at Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT), a leading Japanese engineering school. His research interests include multidisciplinary teaching and learning, cross-cultural competence, collaborative online international (COIL), technopreneurship, and project/problem-based learning methods. As a Director of the Malaysia Office, he has been expatriated in Malaysia since 2014 and leading
] and panels [5-6].Friedman [1] discusses how globalization has profoundly impacted engineering by leveragingtechnological advancements like the Internet and workflow software to enhance communicationand collaboration. This has led to more integrated global supply chains, with engineering tasksoften outsourced to countries with specialized skills, making the profession more interconnected.Engineers are encouraged to continuously innovate and adapt to new technologies andmethodologies to remain competitive. Additionally, collaboration tools have become crucial formodern engineering projects, which frequently involve teams spread across different countries.Friedman [1] also discusses how engineers support globalization by developing
forengineering students.The composition of the classes targeted by each of the global engagementinterventions, as described above, is shown in Table 1. Table 1: Target populations for global engagement interventions Global Engagement intervention Required / Student Class Elective Grade EnrollmentInternational case study Required Soph., Jr., 10-15 Engineering Technology & Sr.Multi-national student teams Required Sr. 120 - 140 Computer, Electrical, and Mechanical EngineeringCOIL project
partnerships with the universitiesto have access to engineering graduates exposed to the required competencies at theinternational level.The international credentialing process begins with the development of a roadmap ofcompetencies that are essential for an engineering educator. These competencies includesubject matter expertise, teaching and assessment skills, instructional design and technology,and leadership and professional development. By working towards the systematicimprovement of these competencies, engineering educators can establish themselves ashighly qualified professionals who can make a significant impact on the education system.The international recognition of engineering educators also has a symbiotic effect on therecognition of
©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Training program in teaching for Engineering for the Americas (EftA)AbstractBeing a professor-engineer in engineering courses is common in universities in LatinAmerica and the Caribbean, so it is likely that pedagogical practices are not the subject ofreflection, since the activity, in most cases, would focus on the contents. Therefore, in thisarticle, we review various pedagogical training proposals for engineers and anticipate ateacher-training program endorsed by LACCEI, an organization focused on collaboration,education, practice, research, and innovation in Engineering and Technology. The issue oftraining is a priority; for example, recently, the recognition of the iPEER
cooperation. Engineers play a pivotal role in addressing these issues by applying theirexpertise to develop innovative technologies and systems that improve health outcomes globally.Preparing engineers to lead and innovate in this interconnected world requires pedagogical effortsthat foster multicultural competencies. To address this challenge, we implemented an internationalvirtual exchange between biomedical engineering graduate students at the University of Florida inthe United States and bioengineering undergraduate students at Pontificia Universidad Javerianain Colombia. This exchange, conducted over 6-7 weeks, tasked university students with designingan engineering solution to a critical health problem in their partner country. Through
making solarenergy economical, providing clean water access, and advancing health informatics, as GrandChallenges for Engineers. These challenges align with the SDGs, emphasizing the vital role ofengineering solutions in achieving sustainable development. Moreover, beyond the NAE GrandChallenges, technology offers solutions (Appendix 3) to global issues like carbon sequestration,grid-scale energy storage, universal flu vaccines, dementia treatment, ocean clean-up, energy-efficient desalination, safe driverless cars, embodied AI, earthquake prediction, and braindecoding. These technological advancements significantly contribute to building a sustainablefuture, showcasing the interconnectedness of global goals and innovative solutions.Global
) reflect this reversescoring, as noted. In addition, we assessed the Cultural Competence (CC) scale for internalconsistency (reliability) using Cronbach’s alpha statistic. In so doing, we discovered that two ofthe items (7 and 10) detracted from the overall reliability of the scale, and so removed them fromthe calculation of the composite CC score. The resulting alpha reliability coefficient is .75 (forthe Grainger students) which represents an acceptable level internal consistency.The 12 Items 1. The technology that is used in the United States is likely the best technology to use to solve similar technical problems in other countries. 2. There is a single best solution to every engineering problem. 3. It is important for engineers to
presented as an in-class activity during one of the 65-minute lectureperiods. There are usually two sections of the class offered every year with between 15 and 25students per section. In addition to these two economics-oriented modules, in-class activities ontopics of global engineering ethics, culture, DEIB and mental health issues while traveling, likelyexperiences in other cultures, and appropriate technology are included. Because lecture onlyhappens once per week and the class covers a wide range of topics, each topic is intended to bean introduction to the material. Students who are interested in any of the topics are encouraged toseek out additional courses or minors in the area of interest. The following modules are thereforeintended to
thesignificance of connecting these experiences to students’ academic and professional goals,promoting a reflective and meaningful learning journey.IntroductionEngineering education in the 21 st century faces a distinctive challenge in adjusting to a swiftlyevolving technological landscape, where ideas and innovations transcend geographical bordersand distances. Numerous major technological companies in the United States maintain robustglobal presence across their business, research, development, and production sectors, andengineering projects and teams often collaborate across multiple countries and culture. Eventhough technical expertise remains crucial, engineers must possess skills such as globalawareness, effective communication across diverse
pertaining to integration and cultivation of intercultural competence. Her expertise extends to facilitating workshops and training sessions, catering to the needs of both staff and students within Purdue University.Dr. Sakhi Aggrawal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Dr. Sakhi Aggrawal is a lecturer and research scientist in Purdue University’s Department of Computer and Information Technology. Her work explores how project-management frameworks, teamwork dynamics, intercultural competencies and AI tools can enhance STEM and engineering education. She also serves as a technical program manager at Google—industry experience that underpins her research on data-driven project management and agile methodologies. She
Education, 2023 Workshop on Global Engineering Design for Low-Resource SettingsBackgroundGlobal engineering is becoming more prevalent as technology increases communication andcollaboration worldwide [1]. To keep up with the ever-evolving society, global engineers mustwork on cross-cutting issues and bring a diverse mindset to work nimbly across differentenvironments with changing resources [1,2]. This adaptability requires being comfortable withdesign skills and being open to new ideas and international relations [3]. The design process iscrucial for students to experience and understand how to meet a population’s needs and iteratethrough feasible and culturally appropriate solutions.Undergraduate engineering curricula have significantly
programs of high academic recognition and international positioning. 10 years of business experience in financial and administrative areas, leading organizational change management processesJose Daniel BallenMILTON JANUARIO RUEDA VARON, Universidad EanDouglas Lee Robertson, Florida International University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Associating Sustainability Literacy with educational level of Industrial Engineering StudentsSustainability Literacy has become crucial in promoting Education for Sustainable Development(ESD). Embedding ESD in the design of global engineering courses implies the incorporation ofSustainability Literacy into
& Exposition, Jun. 2018. Accessed: May 24, 2021. [Online]. Available:https://peer.asee.org/understanding-engineering-and-technology-student-perceptions-barriers-to-study-abroad-participation[7] E. D. Hirleman, “Education of Global Engineers and Global Citizens,” in What is GlobalEngineering Education For? The Making of International Educators, 1st ed., Morgan &Claypool Publishers;, 2011. Accessed: Jun. 09, 2021. [Online]. Available: https://www-morganclaypool-com.ezproxy.lib.vt.edu/doi/abs/10.2200/S00303ED1V01Y201010GES002[8] T. Mazzarol and G. N. Soutar, “‘Push‐pull’ factors influencing international studentdestination choice,” Int. J. Educ. Manag., vol. 16, no. 2, pp. 82–90, Jan. 2002, doi:10.1108/09513540210418403.[9
: international and domestic undergraduate students in focus in the United States higher education institutions. In addition, Mr. Halkiyo is interested in broadening the participation of engineering education in Ethiopian universities to increase the diversity, inclusivity, equity, and quality of Engineering Education. He studies how different student groups such as women and men, rich and poor, students from rural and urban, and technologically literate and less literate can have quality and equitable learning experiences and thrive in their performances. In doing so, he focuses on engineering education policies and practices in teaching and learning processes, assessments, laboratories, and practical internships. Mr. Halkiyo
this regard, accreditation standards, educational models,professional associations, industry needs, and globalization have influenced changes inengineering education around the world [2].The goal of training is to equip students to handle new and changing problems, as noted byauthors [3]. Today's engineers must have the skills to develop new technology products andplay a role in starting technology-based companies, which society urgently needs [4. Theprogress of technology and its widespread adoption is dependent on bringing togetherspecialists from various fields to form multidisciplinary teams [5].Given the desired profile of 21st century engineers, it becomes crucial to define a set ofengineering competencies that are comparable with
Paper ID #45368Pandemic Transformation in a Field Study Design Course: Insights Before,During, and After the CrisisDr. Todd Nicewonger, Virginia Tech Todd E. Nicewonger has a Ph.D. in Applied Anthropology and his work focuses on the ethnographic study of engineers and designers.Shea Fitzgerald Hagy, Chalmers University of Technology ¨Catarina Ostlund ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Pandemic Transformation in a Field Study Design Course: Insights Before, During, and After the CrisisIn early spring of 2020, a group of engineering and architectural graduate students
Paper ID #40040Comparison of student global perspectives pre- and post-COVID for astudy abroad programLisa Schibelius, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education Lisa Schibelius (rhymes with rebellious) is a Doctoral Candidate in the Department of Engineering Ed- ucation at Virginia Tech (VT). She holds both B.S. and M.S. degrees in mechanical engineering with an aerospace concentration from the University of South Alabama. Prior to beginning her studies at VT, she worked as an engineer for 4 years at Airbus in the retrofit of aircraft cabins with experience in project management, automation, airworthiness, and
Paper ID #49069Expanding Access to Study Abroad: The Role of Virtual Exchange in GlobalEngineering CompetencyMs. Marta Perez Vidal-Ribas, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State UniversityMohammed Seyam, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Mohammed Seyam is a Collegiate Associate Professor in the Computer Science Department at Virginia Tech. He is a researcher and educator in the fields of Software Engineering, Human-Computer Interaction, and Computer Science Education. Additionally, he is the CS Department Coordinator for Experiential Learning, where he leads several initiatives to enhance students’ learning
Paper ID #47027Impact of International Short-Term Faculty-Led Programs on PedagogicalTechniques in EngineeringJoshua E. Katz, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Joshua E. Katz is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, DELTA program, at UIUC, where his research centers on collaborative learning in engineering education and other STEM disciplines. He obtained his B.S. in Technology and Engineering Education in 2019 and his M.S. in STEM Education and Leadership in 2021 from Illinois State University. Additionally, he holds a professional educator license for secondary education in Technology
Paper ID #48777COIL Multidisciplinary Global Engineering Capstone Class Impact: Facultyand Student Insights Across Four CountriesDr. Jamie R Gurganus, University of Maryland Baltimore County Dr. Jamie Gurganus is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Engineering and Computing Education Program and the Associate Director of STEMed Research in the College of Engineering and Informational Technology. She also directs the Center for the Integration of Research, Teaching and Learning (CIRTL) in the graduate school. Her research is dedicated to addressing the complex challenges of educating and developing engineers, teachers, and