Conference Session

Engineering Across the K-12 Curriculum: Integration with the Arts, Social Studies, Sciences, and the Common Core

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica M. Harlan, University of South Alabama ; Susan A. Pruet, STEMWorks, LLC; James Van Haneghan, University of South Alabama; Melissa Divonne Dean, Mobile Area Education Foundation

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related to STEM workforce needs forthe region. Following a year of collaboration and planning, a pilot initiative emerged calledEngaging Youth through Engineering (EYE). The goal of EYE is to engage area youth in grades4-9 in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) academics and careers byproviding students with a coordinated continuum of curricular and extra-curricular experiencesthat use real life engineering design challenges as a “hook.” Once “hooked,” and with carefulguidance and support of “adult influencers” (teachers, counselors, parents, and businessvolunteers), the theory of action is that youth will become motivated to choose to take the highschool mathematics and science coursework that are needed in preparation for

Conference Session

Enhancing Recruitment and Retention in Engineering

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith Walters; Keisha Walters

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discussions, presentations, anda field trip to university research facilities to raise awareness of careers in science andengineering and the impact of these fields on quality of life. Course outcomes were assessedthrough course evaluations, interest surveys, and a concept inventory. The concept inventorywas designed to assess the students' fundamental understanding of fluid mechanics principles,and was administered both before and after the course. The interest evaluations inquired aboutthe students' interest in science and engineering, knowledge of careers and college majors, andfamiliarity with fluid mechanics and its role in society. Student responses generally indicatedthat the course was effective at increasing their awareness of science

Conference Session

Innovative Program and Curricular Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Liesl Hotaling, University of South Florida, St. Petersburg; Rustam Stolkin, University of Birmingham, UK; Susan Lowes, Columbia University, Institute for Learning Technologies, Teachers College; James S. Bonner, Clarkson University; William David Kirkey, Clarkson University; Temitope Ojo, Clarkson University; Peiyi Lin, Columbia University, Teachers College

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, that integrate fundamental STEM principles while at the same time introducingstudents to the field of sensors and sensor networks—technologies that are increasinglyimportant in all fields, but particularly in the world of environmental research.The project provides students with the opportunity to learn about science, engineering andmathematics through the design, construction, programming and testing of a student-implemented water monitoring network. The objectives are to:1) Use environmental sensors as an engaging context to teach technology, engineering,mathematics, science, and critical workforce skills;2) Encourage learners to look at a local problem and data with a global perspective.3) Promote awareness of sensor network related careers

Conference Session

Engineering Professional Development for K-12 Teachers

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Louis Nadelson, College of Education; Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Pat Pyke, Boise State University; Anne Hay, Boise State University; Cheryl Schrader, Boise State University

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teachers are typically required to complete only minimalcoursework in science and mathematics, which constrains their knowledge, efficacy, andconfidence for teaching STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) content.Additionally, elementary teachers, like much of the general public, have limited comprehensionabout the relationship between STEM concepts and engineering fields and the kind of work andsocietal contributions made by engineers. Yet, elementary school is a critical time in whichstudents develop foundational understanding of STEM concepts, career options, and inquirylearning.To address students’ STEM needs and limited teacher preparation, the Idaho SySTEMic Solutionresearch project was implemented by the College of Education and

Conference Session

Middle School Programs

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard H. Crawford, University of Texas, Austin; Christina Kay White, University of Texas, Austin; Chandra L. Muller, University of Texas, Austin; Anthony J. Petrosino Jr., University of Texas, Austin ; Austin B. Talley P.E., University of Texas, Austin ; Kristin L. Wood, University of Texas, Austin

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paper, we describe a novel afterschool engineering program targeted for middle schoolgrades. The afterschool program builds on our many years of experience in conductingengineering-based professional development for K-12 teachers. The program is founded on athree-pronged approach of: 1) engaging students in inquiry-based learning opportunities thatfeature motivation of engineering concepts with readily-available technology examples, andteam-based design projects with the National Academy of Engineering 21st Century GrandChallenges themes; 2) professional development and support for teachers to guide students inmeaningful engineering design activities; and 3) informing parents and caregivers of the fullrange of STEM college and career pathway

Conference Session

Women in K-12 Engineeering & Outreach Programs

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sharnnia Artis, The Ohio State University; Ruth Friedman, The Ohio State University; Glenda LaRue, The Ohio State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

and also outreach to K-12 students to introduce them to the exciting career opportunities in engineering. Ms. LaRue joined OSU in 2003 after working over ten years as a water resources engineer. She received a B.S. and M.S. in Civil Engineering from Virginia Tech and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Ohio. Page 15.1102.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Strengthening the Engineering Pipeline One Field and One Woman at a Time: The Role of a Single-Discipline, Single-Sex Engineering CampAbstractThe shortage of women in technology

Conference Session

K-12 and Pre-college Engineering Poster Session

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adrian Lee, Central Illinois Technology and Education Research Institute

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over the next decade anational priority”.2 Here, partnerships between industries, foundations, non-profit corporations,and science and engineering societies are asked to contemplate new methods for motivating ouryouth to attain academic degrees in STEM fields. Also in 2009, the President’s Council ofAdvisors on Science and Technology made several recommendations for improving STEMeducation in the United States. These recommendations focused on improving the quality ofeducation by preparing the teaching workforce to instruct students on acquiring the necessaryskills for building “a strong foundation in STEM subjects”, and inspiring students to be“motivated to study STEM subjects” throughout their academic life and careers.3 Further spurredby

Conference Session

K-12 Teachers: PD, Implementation, and Beyond

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati; Anant R. Kukreti, University of Cincinnati; Catherine Maltbie, University of Cincinnati

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

program helped 4.33 33.3% 66.7% 0 0 0 broaden my understanding of engineering (0.49) and engineering technology.2. The sessions (presentations and projects) in the pre-engineering program helped me 4.00 16.7% 66.7% 16.7% 0 0 understand the various career choices (0.60) within engineering and technology.3. The sessions (presentations and projects) 4.00 helped me understand the engineering 33.3% 33.3% 33.3% 0 0

Conference Session

K-12 Teacher Pre-Service and Undergraduate Instructor Training

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Howard L. Greene, The Ohio State University; Xi Zhan, Department of Educational Studies, The Ohio State University; Anika Anthony, The Ohio State University; Paul E. Post, The Ohio State University; Andrew James Parkhurst, Ohio state university

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signed rank test. Results reveal that the universitycourse increased teachers’ and engineering students’ self-efficacy to interest middle schoolstudents in engineering. A discussion is provided on pre-engineering education in after-schoolsettings and realizing broader impacts of STEM research through K12 outreach.IntroductionProviding K12 students early exposure to engineering education is an effective way to increasetheir interest to pursue STEM-related careers 1-3. Two common exposure strategies includeproject-based learning and informal learning environments 4-5. Although partnerships betweenuniversities, engineers, and teachers help provide students with engaging and relevant learningexperiences 6, they may present challenges. Teachers who

Conference Session

Exemplary Outreach Programs in Engineering Education

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

L. Diane Hurtado, Texas A&M University; Andrew Conkey, Texas A&M University, Qatar; Thomas Blasingame, Texas A&M University; Christi Madsen, Texas A&M University; Cesar Malave, Texas A&M University

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a career choice, and 2) encouraging them to pursue a baccalaureatedegree in engineering at our university. In summer 2008, an evaluation was collected at the endof each of three camps. This paper will discuss the general strategy of the camp, provide anoverview of the experiential learning projects, and report evaluation results from admissions dataand surveys collected from summer 2008 camps.In all of the recruitment programs for the college, great effort is made to attract traditionallyunderrepresented groups, including African Americans, Hispanics, and women. A large part ofour recruitment plan involves the use of targeted high-achieving majority-minority schools.These schools were heavily recruited for participants in the camps. A total

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tameshia Ballard Baldwin, North Carolina State University; Vincent William DeLuca, North Carolina State University; Aaron C. Clark, North Carolina State University

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Institute and State University. Dr. Ballard’s primary focus is bridging the gap between the Colleges of Engineering and Education by providing leadership in engineering education initiatives across both colleges. She teaches undergraduate courses in the First Year Engineering Program and in the Department of STEM Educa- tion. Dr. Ballard’s research interests include self-efficacy, motivation and persistence of underrepresented populations in STEM and engineering design in K-12.Dr. Vincent William DeLuca, North Carolina State University V. William DeLuca, Ed.D. Dr. DeLuca taught middle school, high school, undergraduate and graduate level technology education in his 30 year career as a teacher and researcher. He has

Conference Session

Promoting Scientific and Technological Literacy

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lisa Ncube, Purdue University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

High School Students in IndianaAbstractProject Lead The Way is a pre-engineering program designed to prepare students forpostsecondary engineering and engineering technology courses. PLTW courses utilize project-and problem-based learning strategies that encourage students to apply what they learn to real-life situations. At the middle school level the program is called Gateway to Technology.Gateway to Technology is project-based and designed with all students in mind and addressesnational standards in math, science and technology. One of the goals of the middle schoolcurriculum is to increase interest and awareness of female and minority students in technologyand related careers. Gateway to Technology also encourages increasing numbers of

Conference Session

Mentoring & Outreach for Girls & Minorities

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Keith Holbert, Arizona State University; Lisa Grable, North Carolina State University; Patricia Dixon, Florida State University; Sharon Schulze, North Carolina State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

, mitigate the growingenergy crisis, and reduce the impact of carbon emissions on the environment. An importantcomponent of this ERC is the precollege outreach activities at three university campuses in thesoutheast and southwest. The lead university is North Carolina State University (NCSU) and thetwo partner institutions are Arizona State University (ASU) and Florida State University (FSU).The importance of enhancing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)education in middle and high schools continues to be noted. Key issues guiding theprogramming for the FREEDM Systems Center include: ≠ the aging of the power industry workforce (we need students to consider power engineering as a career since the need is increasing).1

Conference Session

Programs for High School Students

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barbara Christie, Loyola Marymount University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

department. Wefound funding to support our partnership from private corporations and foundations with similargoals; to improve the representation of African American, Latino, Native American, and femalesin engineering majors. SECOP focuses on introducing low income students to science,technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) careers and improving students’ contentknowledge in these topic areas. The goal of SECOP is to address the shortage of AfricanAmerican, Latino and Native American and female students studying science, mathematics,engineering, and technology at college level by introducing students to pre-engineering andadvanced mathematics classes early in their academic careers.The objectives of SECOP include:• increasing awareness of

Conference Session

Engineering in High School

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meetu Walia, Polytechnic University; EDWIN YU, Polytechnic University; Vikram Kapila, Polytechnic University; Magued Iskander, Polytechnic University; Noel Kriftcher, Polytechnic University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

CAREER award, Chi Epsilon (Civil Engineering Honor Society) Metropolitan District James M. Robbins Excellence in Teaching Award, and Polytechnic University Distinguished Teacher Award. Dr. Iskander’s research interests include Geotechnical modeling with transparent soils, foundation engineering, and urban geotechnology. He makes extenive uses of sensors and measurement systems in his research studies. Dr. Iskander has published 50 papers and supervised 6 doctoral students, 14 masters students, 6 undergraduate students, and 7 high school students. Page 11.1403.1Noel Kriftcher, Polytechnic University

Conference Session

Starting Them Early

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Monica E Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Gina Navoa Svarovsky, Science Museum of Minnesota; Brianna L Dorie, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

, Zdanna Tranby2 & Scott Van Cleave2 1 Purdue University, 2 Science Museum of MinnesotaAbstractExploring the gender differences in how children develop early interest and understanding inengineering can provide useful information for the ongoing efforts to address the low numbers ofwomen who pursue engineering careers. By the time girls reach middle school, they are alreadymuch less likely to be interested in STEM careers than boys are, especially for fields that aremath-intensive such as physics and engineering. This lack of interest has been connected to anarrow and often inaccurate view of the engineering profession and the perceived misalignmentbetween what engineers do and what girls value in future

Conference Session

Enhancing Recruitment and Retention in Engineering

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Quamrul Mazumder, University of Michigan - Flint; Olanrewaju Aluko, University of Michigan-Flint

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

innovation increases at a phenomenal pace,more so than it was in the past few decades.Innovation and creativity in development of future technological breakthrough requires themotivation of current high school students to focus more towards science and technology. Anumber of pre-engineering programs have been developed across the nation during the past fewdecades to encourage students to consider engineering and science as career choices. Althoughthe programs showed an increased level of interest towards STEM disciplines, those initiativesare less than adequate as we are still seeing declines in enrollment in STEM disciplines. Toaddress the projected critical shortage of future scientists and engineers in the USA, a pre-engineering program was

Conference Session

Research Related to Learning and Teaching Engineering in Elementary Classrooms

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephanie Rivale, University of Colorado, Boulder; Janet Yowell, University of Colorado, Boulder; Jayne Aiken, University of Colorado, Boulder; Sweta Adhikary, University of Colorado, Boulder; Daniel Knight, University of Colorado, Boulder; Jacquelyn F. Sullivan, University of Colorado, Boulder

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

Academy of Engineering’s (NAE) Changing theConversation (CTC) findings, while the other cohort actually received the messagingintervention. Engineering attitudes were measured on two dimensions (―knowledge ofengineering as a career‖ and ―interest in engineering‖) at the beginning and end of the academicyear. These results were compared with a qualitative analysis of the Draw-an-Engineer Test. Theresults showed that all students significantly improved on the ―knowledge of engineering‖dimension over time, with the engineering messaging intervention significantly impacting thegirls in the study. The results from the ―interest in engineering‖ construct were more complex.The DAET study revealed that gender of the Graduate Teaching Fellow had

Conference Session

Gender Perceptions and Girls in K-12 Engineering and Computer Science

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suzanne L. Berliner -Heyman, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Rosa M. Cano, NJIT; John D. Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Howard S. Kimmel, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Linda S. Hirsch, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

public schools. Page 24.1209.2 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2014 The Effects of Single vs. Mixed Gender Engineering Enrichment Programs on Elementary Students’ Perceptions of EngineersAbstractAlthough there is much debate about the relative effectiveness of single-gender education,previous research comparing aspects of our female-only summer enrichment programs toequivalent mixed-gender programs has shown our female-only programs to be particularlyeffective in reaching young girls, influencing their perceptions of engineers and attitudes towardengineering as a career. The addition

Conference Session

Secondary (6-12) Outreach

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nancy Healy, Georgia Institute of Technology; Angela Berenstein

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

Tour - cleanroom 4.4 Lecture – careers in nanotechnology 4.3 Table 1. 2005 camp survey results of topics Likert scale 1-5 with 1= least favorite and 5= most favoriteIn 2006 and 2007, we used the 2005 and 2006 survey results to restructure the summer programsto include more hands-on activities and less lectures by Georgia Tech faculty. The averageevaluations for these two summers remained very similar to those of 2005 with the averageranging between 3.0 - 4.5. The written comments included similar responses: Page 23.1340.4  “Make the camp harder and

Conference Session

Fundamental: Metrics & Assessment for K-12 Engineering Education

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jessica M Harlan, University of South Alabama; James Van Haneghan, University of South Alabama; Melissa Divonne Dean, Mobile Area Education Foundation; Susan A. Pruet, STEMWorks, LLC

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Diversity

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mathematics learning in the classroom. Currently, she leads all K-8 math, reading, science, and career exploration programs at MAEF. Ms. Dean is an experienced science educator having lead for years the development of informal curriculum and programs for the Science Centers in Alabama and Louisiana. She is highly experienced in curriculum development, writing, training and implementation. She has lead teacher development programs, as well as conducted pilot engineering design lessons in the classrooms. She works closely with STEM teachers in the 60,000 students Mobile County Public School System and has the reputation as a teacher leader and change agent. Her work with K-12 students, teachers and ed- ucation administrators

Conference Session

K-12 Outreach and Out-of-School Time Engineering Programming and Research

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benjamin Reed Campbell, Robert Morris University; Sarah Marie Riordan, Robert Morris University; Stephanie Abbott; Sarah Mukui Mutunga, Robert Morris University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

Paper ID #8977Impact of a 5-Week Collegiate Level Residential STEM Summer Program onSecondary School Students (research to practice)Dr. Benjamin Reed Campbell, Robert Morris University Ben Campbell holds a BS in physics and MS in electrical engineering from Penn State and a PhD in en- gineering from Robert Morris University. For the first decade of his career, he worked as a laser engineer at the Penn State Electro-Optics Center. In 2011 he joined Robert Morris University as an Assistant Pro- fessor of Engineering. Since 2005, Dr. Campbell has served as faculty for the Pennsylvania Governor’s School for the Sciences (a

Conference Session

Gender and Minority Issues in K-12 Engineering

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeanne Christman, Rochester Institute of Technology; Elizabeth Dell, Rochester Institute of Technology; Robert Garrick, Rochester Institute of Technology

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

and make use of four different EngineeringTechnology laboratories. The girls spend one hour in each lab where they are presented with anoverview of that particular engineering technology and a brief description of the theory behindthe experiment that they will be performing. Using tools and measuring equipment found in thelaboratories, the experiments are performed entirely by the girls with guidance from the studentvolunteers. To culminate the day all of the Girl Scouts meet with the student volunteers for aquestion-and-answer period. During this panel discussion, the girls are encouraged to askquestions relating to the students’ decisions to study engineering and their career aspirationsalong with their college experiences.Having the

Conference Session

Assessment of K-12 Engineering Programs & Issues

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Devlin Montfort, Washington State University; Shane Brown, Washington State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

pursuingan engineering career generally believed that it involved hands-on building or fixing of cars,bridges or airplanes. Students who were not interested in a career in engineering discussed abroader variety of types of engineering, and more often cited altruism and inherent interest asreasons that others would pursue such careers. Most students in this study did not express verycomplex or rich conceptions of engineers or engineering, but their conceptual ecologies suggestthat they would be resistant to changing these conceptions. This suggests that recruitment andretention programs will need to directly address students’ existing conceptions of engineering.IntroductionRetention and recruitment of diverse and talented individuals into the

Conference Session

Engineering in K-12 Science and Mathematics Standards

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Bottomley, North Carolina State University; Elizabeth A Parry, North Carolina State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

educational matters. In the state ofNorth Carolina, courses covered by the division of career and technical education (CTE) alreadyaddress many of the engineering topics that can be so critical to teaching children to think.Unfortunately, CTE courses do not extend into elementary school and are severely limited insome middle schools for budgetary reasons. CTE courses in high school have a distinguishedhistory. Here, however, the teaching of engineering-related topics has become strongly linked tospecific engineering content classes. Other CTE courses and other programs throughout thecurriculum do not contain engineering content. In addition, courses offered as career andtechnical education are elective courses, frequently not selected by students who

Conference Session

K-12 & Pre- College Engineering Division Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lawrence E. Whitman, Wichita State University; Alex Petersen, STEMpact2020; Christopher D Wyant, Wichita East High School

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Diversity

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Paper ID #13640Work-in-Progress: Moving from volunteering to mentoring K12 students:What does it take?Dr. Lawrence E. Whitman, Wichita State University Lawrence Whitman, PhD, is professor of Industrial Engineering at Wichita State University. He received his B.S. and M.S. degrees from Oklahoma State University. His Ph.D. is from The University of Texas at Arlington and is in Industrial Engineering. He has been the Kansas Affiliate Director for PLTW since 2007 and is active in promoting STEM careers and graduates in Kansas. He is Chair of the International Federation for Automated Control Technical Committee (TC) 5.3 on

Conference Session

Assessment of K-12 Engineering Programs and Issues

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Valerie Galarza, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Mariela Figueroa, UPRMUniversity of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Cristina Lugo, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Ricardo Rodriguez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Francisco Rivera, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Alexandra Medina-Borja, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

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Page 12.818.2experience to look for improvement opportunities, and to take corrective action. The overall goalis to increase the retention and college success of students into engineering careers. We present the results of a series of focus groups undertook to elicit the high schooldeficiencies and other problems faced by pre-college students that are evident once they areadmitted into engineering, in the opinion of current industrial engineering students at theUniversity of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez, UPRM. Attraction into engineering careers is not aproblem at all at the UPRM. At the UPRM we want to create a stronger network betweengovernment and the Department of Education of Puerto Rico to improve the educational systemin the areas

Conference Session

Engineering in Middle Schools

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Juanita Jo Matkins, College of William and Mary; John A. McLaughlin, McLauglin Associates; Eugene Brown, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Gail Hardinge, College of William and Mary; Nancy West, College of William and Mary; Robert Stiegler, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division; Kirk Jenne, Office of Naval Research

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college and college-level teaching of geology and science instructional methods. She has served as coordinator of mathematics and science curriculum for a school district. Her interests and experience focus on field studies and problem-based learning.Robert Stiegler, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Dahlgren Division Robert Stiegler is currently supporting the USMC Targeting and Engagement Systems and the Office of Naval Research, N-STAR initiative. His recent career experience has included service as a program manager for USMC science and technology programs, Science Advisor to the Commanding General, Fleet Marine Forces Atlantic, and Head, NAVSEA Combat Systems Safety and Engineering

Conference Session

Service as an Element of Education

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen Rippon, Arizona State University; James Collofello, Arizona State University

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2012-4202: ENGINEERS SERVING EDUCATION: BRINGING MATHAND SCIENCE TO LIFE IN THE K-8 CLASSROOMStephen Rippon, Arizona State University Steve Rippon is the Assistant Dean of Student Services in the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Ari- zona State University. In this capacity, he oversees the engineering schools’ K-12 outreach, undergraduate student recruitment, undergraduate engagement programs, and the Engineering Career Center.Dr. James Collofello, Arizona State University Page 25.565.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Engineers Serving Education

Conference Session

Diversity in K-12 and Pre-college Engineering Education

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amelito G. Enriquez, Canada College; Wenshen Pong, San Francisco State University; Nilgun Melek Ozer, San Francisco State University; Hamid Mahmoodi, San Francisco State University; Hao Jiang, San Francisco State University; Cheng Chen, San Francisco State University; Hamid Shahnasser, San Francisco State University; Nick Patrick Rentsch, San Francisco State University

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engineering through a two-week residential summer camp. The Summer Engineering Instituteprovides participants an insight into the engineering profession and the engineering educationalsystem through a combination of lectures, hands-on laboratory activities, field trips, workshops,panels, and projects. Among the strategies employed in developing the program are emphasizingall the major fields of engineering and the various paths to an engineering career, including therole of community colleges; targeting first generation students and underrepresented minorities;collaborating with high school faculty and staff through a nomination process to identify andselect potential students; collaboration among community college and university faculty indeveloping