inequality, ignoring communityquestions and concerns, or failing to consider the consequences of communities when assessingprogram success [14]. The research tested CC with 150 students in two US universities through asurvey consisting of 46 items that capture systems of oppression in civil engineering throughthree indicators (Critical Reflection: Perceived Inequality; Critical Reflection: Egalitarianism;and Critical Action: Sociopolitical Perception). The study highlighted that such an instrumentcan also be used to assess ABET SOs 2 and 4.Baideme et al. conducted an evaluation on how group learning impacted the curriculum andcourses across junior- and senior-level environmental engineering courses at 14 institutions,considering ABET SO 5 which
,designprojects, and individual development. Accordingly, engineering curriculum is changing from disparatecourses reform and update to integrated curriculum design, which is facilitating collaboration acrossmajors,disciplines,anddepartmentsinconcertwithstudents’technicalandnontechnicalskillstoidentifyanddesigninnovativesolutionstosocietalproblemsandchallenges.2.2.RecentengineeringeducationinitiativesinChinaSignificantmilestonesofengineeringeducationinChinaoverthepasttwodecadesincludelaunchingthePlanforEducatingandTrainingOutstandingEngineers(PETOT)since2010,becomingsignatorymemberoftheWashingtonAccordin2016,theNEEinitiativewhichisconsideredasupgradedversionofPETOTin 2017, the SFT initiative and College of Modern Industry (CMI) initiative in 2021, and
currently works as an Engineer for W.L. Gore & Associates’ Medical Product Division.Julie C Karand, University of Delaware Julie Karand is an Assistant Professor of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Delaware (UD). Throughout her engineering career, she has tried to integrate global engineering into her work. Prior to working at UD, she spent the final year of her PhD at the University of Cape Town and a year in Tanzania, teaching and conducting clinical research as a Fulbright US Scholar. Now at UD, her scholarship work includes embedding global engineering opportunities into the engineering curriculum through study abroad programs, new courses, serving as an advisor for UD’s Engineers Without Borders, and
was around the concept of belonging. Asmentioned in Sense of Belonging: A Vital Mental Health Concept, sense of belonging is “theexperience of personal involvement in a system or environment so that individuals feel themselvesto be an integral part of that system or environment” [24]. “I have heard at least most if not all my engineering female friends share that they feel they don’t belong in engineering. This is more universal amongst women from all backgrounds. In fact I had a boss, a woman, who suggested I leave engineering and consider other careers. This is after I already had received my PhD and had a string of accomplishments, patents, and scientific publications to my name. Unwrapping all these
begiven in the morning if we visited an offshore oil company later in the day. The combination of lectures,company visits, and travel required adaptation in every student to fully synthesize our learnings. Included in the program were language and history classes, taught one to two times a week bymembers of the Brazilian community. A prominent objective of the program was to immerse students in aforeign culture and allow them to appreciate the engineering curriculum in a new space. These languageand history classes allowed us to do just that. By learning the basics of Portuguese, we could acknowledgethose showing us generosity throughout the visits. A simple greeting and thank you went a long way, andin the end, the experience would not
Paper ID #42939Investigating Transition Phases: An Autoethnographic Study of InternationalWomen of Color Engineering Educators in the U.S.Maimuna Begum Kali, Florida International University Maimuna Begum Kali is a Ph.D. candidate in the Engineering and Computing Education program at the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education (SUCCEED) at Florida International University (FIU). She earned her B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Kali’s research interests center on exploring the experiences of marginalized engineering
Paper ID #38503Developing a Global Competency Mindset in an International, Faculty-ledProgram in Brazil Focused on Sustainable EnergyDr. Courtney Pfluger, Northeastern University Dr. Courtney Pfluger took a position in Fall 2011 as an Assistant Teaching Professor at Northeastern University as a part of the First Year Engineering Faculty and affiliated Faculty in the Chemical Engineer- ing Department. Dr. Pfluger redesigned and piloted the first-year curriculum which included engineering design and computational problem solving using the Engineering Grand Challenges as real-world appli- cations of global issues. She
industrial needs. It includes curriculum redesign, project-based learning, and Curriculum Improvement the development of skills, such as teamwork and communication. Analyze how to train engineers from an ethical perspective to make Ethics and Society in Engineering Theme 4 responsible decisions. It includes the integration of ethical frameworks into Education programs and the analysis of the social impact of engineering solutions
enabledthrough devices that feature integrated cameras or by use of projectors according toCarmigniani & Fuhrt (2011) [11] . MR is viewed to represent the merging of real-worldelements within virtual worlds. These 3 models fall into a blanket term known as extendedreality, yet each has their own specific means of engagement [10].VR is heavily reliant on computer-based technology which incorporates specialized input andoutput devices to allow the user to interact and experience these virtual environments. Thesedevices usually include an HMD (Head Mounted Display) accompanied by a physicalcomponent to which one would interact with in order to impact or navigate the digital worldand thus provides a link between the physical feeling of touch and the
-based learning to the curriculum through specific Centers enable students to graduate with not only and programs supported at the College- technical skills but also advanced level. professional skills, an understanding of engineering design, context, impact and a shared identity.small groups to discuss idea development and will conclude with a virtual seminar. Ideas will befurther developed in a series of virtual focus group meetings to identify potential future pathwaysand further funding opportunities with
includes the science from its scientific theories underpinsthe engineering design process, the technology as a product of science and engineering, andin turn, technological tools are used in science and engineering, the engineering usingscientific and mathematical foundations as well as technological tools, and the mathematicsusing in science, engineering, and technology [23]. For the participants, integrating STEMinto the school curriculum is important because it allows the disciplines of science,technology, engineering, and mathematics to be addressed in an interdisciplinary and holisticmanner. This promotes the development of soft skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, creativity, and research, among
,foundational sustainability knowledge is not being adequately reinforced or expanded upon.Similarly, rejection of H3, demonstrating lower knowledge among doctoral students compared tomaster’s students, would highlight a greater gap in the integration of sustainability withindoctoral programs. Consequently, the validation or rejection of these hypotheses provides crucialinformation for curricular decision-making. Analyzing these hypotheses allows faculty toidentify specific areas requiring curricular interventions to ensure that engineering students at alllevels acquire a robust and up-to-date understanding of sustainability principles and practices toaddress environmental, social and economic challenges.Beyond the need for curriculum adjustments based
, and D. Shallcross, “How Much Do Engineering Students Know about Sustainable Development? The Findings of an International Survey and Possible Implications for the Engineering Curriculum,” European Journal of Engineering Education., vol. 30, no. 1, pp. 1–19, Mar. 2005, https://doi.org/10.1080/03043790512331313804.9. F. Sanchez-Carracedo, F. Sabate, and K. Gibert, "A Methodology to Assess the Sustainability Competencies in Engineering Undergraduate Programs," International journal of engineering education., vol. 37, no. 5, pp. 1231-1243, 2021.10. L. O. Cezarino, E.C. Abdala, M.A. Soares, and V.D.C. Fernandes, "Students' knowledge of sustainability issues in higher education," Latin American Journal of Management for
engineering thinking,allowing them to interact effectively with their environment, generate new knowledge, andcontinuously upgrade their skills and know-how. Having a changing environment, withvarious globalization scenarios playing out, with free trade and multilateral social andeconomic agreements, the curriculum of engineering has undergone significant changes. Thisevolution has led to the concept of Global Engineering, which was first introduced in theIndustrial Engineering program at Northern Illinois University, which emphasizes thedevelopment of globally-focused engineering education [8].Developing a global engineering practice entails addressing issues from a much widerperspective. In order to achieve this, it becomes crucial to integrate and
Paper ID #47921Building Intercultural Skills in Engineering Students through Study AbroadJack NelsonKatherine ChehAkshat GargAtin Dewan, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)Dr. Aparajita Jaiswal, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Aparajita Jaiswal is an Intercultural Research Specialist with CILMAR, Purdue University. Her research endeavors revolve around exploring strategies for seamlessly integrating intercultural learning into both regular STEM curriculum and study abroad programs. Aparajita actively engages in offering guidance in developing research studies, curriculum enhancements, and assessment methods
programdestinations was conceived. Counsel was sought from faculty from across large land-grantuniversities, colleges, and institutes. Individuals with expertise in intercultural learning, programleaders, and administrators serving at the dean level with international program responsibilitieswere consulted. The development of a curricular framework that integrated their feedback wascreated. One modification to the proposed curriculum was the addition of cultural humility as afocal point. Subsequently, the course STS 115, Pre-departure Intercultural Learning was created,and a decision was made to pilot programs utilizing the draft curriculum.In 2022, engineering student study abroad returnees were asked to comment on gaps in their pre-departure preparation
various authors, some of the competencies that a training program must haveare research, management, innovation in engineering pedagogy, time management,effective interaction, improvement of learning interactivity, systems analysis in education,psychology and pedagogical communication, interaction with interested parties, sustainabledevelopment, digital education, problem-based, project-based, and practice-orientedlearning, assessment of learning outcomes, course design, engineering innovationprocesses, and lifelong learning [4], [17].The IGIP Annual Symposium contributes to integration processes in professional trainingand promotes academic mobility. Engineering pedagogy centers are accredited according tointernational IGIP standards. An
continuous improvement of the course and program. The summative teaching evaluationsshow students gained new cultural and leadership perspectives and the program integrateddifferent cultures into the curriculum. Students also recognized the course and program in thelarger context of their engineering major. The short-term benefits continued and evolved to shapestudent choices concerning additional intercultural and international experiences and careeropportunities. Overall, the evaluation and assessment of the course invites an exploration of howto improve the student learning, future course directions, and best practices in the field of globalleadership development for engineering students.Defining a global leaderPrior to delving into the gateway
undergraduate students. In addition to his role as Director, Dr. Chui holds the position of Assistant Dean (Teaching and Learning) in the Faculty of Engineering at HKU, responsible for driving curriculum reform and active learning activities. His research interests include database and data mining, as well as pedagogical research in engineering education. Dr. Chui has been the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the University Distinguished Teaching Award (Individual Award) at the University of Hong Kong for the 2024-25 academic year, the University Outstanding Teaching Award (Individual Award) at the University of Hong Kong for the 2015-16 academic year, and the Faculty Outstanding Teaching Award
ConvivenciaSocial.Program Models for International ExperiencesStudy abroad courses that are faculty led and short term are seen as one of the major vehicles forstudents to integrate an international experience in their curriculum. The opposite is true for theGlobalCUNY model, which consists of eight weeks or more of a research experience modeledafter the traditional REU programs. In earlier work, several essential operational elements wereidentified in the programming [43]. In the Colombia based programming, a site coordinator whoserves as a liaison to the host site’s international office is key. This role is sometimes filled by agraduate student who may also be conducting research with a host faculty. The internationaloffice is also crucial in securing housing
global perspectives. The instructors who facilitate the COIL program undergo varioustraining backgrounds to prepare pedagogical methodologies [12]. Many of these methods mayvary due to the institution and classrooms. As [11] states, academic calendars, time zonedifferences, and technology integration can be foreseeable obstacles while running theseprograms, suggesting that administrative resources are necessary for instructor success.Programs have many approaches to preparing instructors for these leadership opportunities.Depending on each program, the skills that may be developed in these leadership roles can relateto curriculum development, collaboration, participation, career development, and adaptation[17]. Initial training, with a group of
around), feeling the climate for oneself, money/tipping/haggling, etc., etc. affect greatly how one understands and interprets and in turn designs.In 2022, it was possible to offer an on-site field study course in South Africa. Students spent 7-8weeks on site, then returned to Sweden to finish their projects at their home institution. However,because there was another similar studio program at a local university in the South African site,students could continue collaborating virtually with these students after they returned. Reflectingon this change to the curriculum, one instructor explained: We kept a series of online workshops and meetings with stakeholders in South Africa as well as in Kenya and Bangladesh. The number and
seamlessly integrate virtual exchange into their existing studyabroad programs. Its goals include appealing to faculty, being accessible to check out from theuniversity, offering usability, and providing the necessary tools to foster an inclusive virtualexchange experience. By using the kit, faculty can enrich their traditional study abroad programsand extend the benefits to more students.III. Study Abroad“Study Abroad” is a chance for US-based university students to complete all or part of their studiesin a university or institution outside of the United States. As the concept of study abroad hasevolved, in part due to events such as the Coronavirus pandemic, the pedagogical practicesimplemented in study abroad has also changed, with many schools
. Animesh is dedicated to facilitating the transition of STEM students into the workforce and advocates for a learning environment enriched with diversity and fairness. He identifies with the pronouns ”He/They” and is known for his creativity, positivity, and outgoing personality.Dr. Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl Dr. Sreyoshi Bhaduri is an Engineering Educator and People Research Scientist. She employs innovative and ethical mixed-methods research approaches to uncover insights about the 21st century workforce. Sreyoshi has a doctorate in Engineering Education, and Masters degrees in Applied Statistics (M.A.) and Mechanical Engineering (M.S.), from Virginia Tech. She earned her Bachelors degree in Mechatronics
group does not lead toan enhanced understanding of the different cultures [21]. When not managed well, the result canbe a poor experience for the participants and significant loss of a learning experience. However,managed well, it could be an excellent learning experience and result in enhanced culturalcompetencies. In addition to the engineering content of the class, additional modules willreinforce this content and highlight the application of it at different stages of the course.Including team formation, ideation, decision methodology and writing stages. Additionally,intentionally integrating opportunities to reflect on individual and group performance and toconsider alternate perspectives will improve the student’s ability to perform in
STEM mentorship programs atUniversities in Austria and Germany. All four participants were women. Informal interviews were conducted in English, eliminatingany potential issues that could arise from language barriers during the transcription phase ofthis study. The interviewees were virtually interviewed via platform Zoom, and researchquestions were semi-structured with an open-ended format.Given that this study involved human subjects, we obtained IRB approval. Nonetheless, theinternational dimension of the study introduced a layer of complexity – a comprehensivereview and integration of the relevant policies and bylaws from Austria and Germany. Thispreparatory work was essential to ensure adherence to both local and international codes
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(EduFusion NSG) presents an innovative, integrated framework thataddresses the critical gap between academia and industry, providing a structured ecosystemthat promotes collaboration, educator training, and market-relevant course offerings toenhance entrepreneurship and economic resilience on a national scale.IntroductionThe EDUFUSION Project, officially launched on December 1, 2024, is a 48-month initiativefunded under the European Union’s ERASMUS-EDU-2024-CBHE program (Project ID:101179805). This project aims to address critical challenges in Kazakhstan’s highereducation system by bridging the gap between academia and industry, enhancing educatortraining, and delivering innovative, market-aligned online courses. By fosteringcollaboration
, Chinese students not only score differently on the same EB scales, but thestructural factors of EB extracted from Chinese samples also differ significantly. Chan andElliott[4] suggest that these differences underscore the need for modifications to existing EBscales. Such adjustments are essential to capture the unique features of EB in Chinesestudents and to design more inclusive and culturally responsive pedagogical strategies.C. Naïve dialecticismIn addition to the aforementioned cultural and educational factors, we propose naïvedialecticism as an additional factor that influences both students’ epistemic EB and theirperformance on EB scales. Summarized in the seminal work of Peng and Nisbett[17], naïvedialecticism underpinning Chinese
learners across globalcontexts, further work is needed to explore the implementation and adaptation of AL acrossglobal contexts (Mtika and Gates), particularly from the firsthand perspective of educatorsleading curricular transformation.To contribute to this gap in literature, our purpose is to describe the curricular design andimplementation of a bidirectional faculty development workshop, designed to support Malawianfaculty in integrating AL approaches into engineering courses. The faculty developmentworkshop was collaboratively led by Malawi-trained engineering faculty and United States-trained engineering faculty, providing an example of bidirectional knowledge-sharing on theimplementation of AL approaches across global contexts. Specifically