Conference Session

Explorations in Mechanics Pedagogy

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Shawn P. Gross, Villanova University; David W. Dinehart, Villanova University

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Mechanics

it with common mechanicscalculations to determine an experimental parameter.Depending on the nature of the flex period, the class may meet in the regular classroom oranother facility such as a specialized classroom intended to facilitate group work, or adepartment laboratory. Depending on the activity, students may work individually or morefrequently, in groups of varying sizes. Page 26.780.5 Table 3 – Flex Period Schedule for Semester Flex Meeting Exercise/Activity Topic(s) Period #a # 1 3 Small group work including simple Engineering Measurements and

Conference Session

Improving Student Outcomes in Mechanics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Ahmad Ghasemloonia P.Eng., University of Calgary; Meera N.K. Singh, University of Calgary

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Mechanics

that 74% of students in L01 and 81%of students in L02/L03 participated in writing the makeup quizzes. Table 1: Quiz and Make Up Quiz Results for L01 (Mechanical Engineering Students) Quiz 1 Quiz 2 Quiz 3* Quiz 4 Quiz 5 Quiz 6 Kinematics Relative Kinetics Kinematic Kinetics Impulse and Subject Tested of Particles- motion of of s of rigid of rigid momentum Curvilinear particles particles bodies bodies Overall Class Average, First

Conference Session

Homework, Learning, and Problem Solving in Mechanics

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kai Jun Chew, Stanford University; Helen L. Chen, Stanford University; Beth Rieken, Stanford University; Autumn Turpin, Stanford University; Sheri Sheppard, Stanford University

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Mechanics

from the ASEE Annual Conference, Seattle, WA. 5. Ambrose, S. A. (2013). Undergraduate engineering curriculum: The ultimate design challenge. The Bridge: Linking Engineering and Society, 43 (2), 16-23. 6. Turns, J., Sattler, B., Yasuhara, K., Borgford-Parnell, J. L., & Atman, C. J. (2014). Integrating reflection into engineering education. Proceedings from the ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Indianapolis, IN. 7. Pintrich, P. R. (2000). The role of goal orientation in self-regulated learning. In M. Boekaerts, P. R. Pintrich, & M. Zeidner (Eds.), Handbook of self-regulation (pp. 451–502). San Diego: Academic Press. 8. Zimmerman, B.J. (1990). Self-regulated learning and academic

Conference Session

Concept Inventories in Mechanics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Carisa H. Ramming, Oklahoma State University; Christopher Papadopoulos, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Eric Davishahl, Whatcom Community College; Brian P. Self, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Sinéad C. MacNamara, Syracuse University; Meredith Silberstein, Cornell University; Joan V. Dannenhoffer P.E., Syracuse University

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Diversity

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Mechanics

surveyed on their perception of the effectiveness of the CW. Cohort 1was polled as the course was ending while Cohorts 2 and 3 were emailed a survey link at thebeginning of the following semester. Cohort 1 had a 100% response rate with all 14 studentswhile Cohorts 2 and 3 were emailed a survey link that yielded 116 responses, 34% of theenrollment. Cohort 1 responded to a prompt that included all teaching exercises utilized by theinstructor while Cohorts 2 and 3 responded to the following prompt which asks about the CWspecifically. Tables 2 and 3 chart the breakdown of the responses. Table 2 is a reflection ofCohort 1’s response to the CW, specifically with a rating of 4.1/5.0. Cohorts 2 and 3 were notpolled separately and are shown combined in

Conference Session

The 'Strengths' of Mechanics

Collection

2021 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Casey Daniel Kidd, Louisiana Tech University; Ethan Clark Hilton, Louisiana Tech University

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Mechanics

the assembly. Thelargest contributor to that cost was the load cell. Previously the load cell (a 100 Kg Type S LoadCell) was replaced with a smaller 10kg bar-type load cell that is more cost-effective to lower theprice of the individual student kits. The total kit contains the following:  Barrel jack and rocker switch (for 12V power supply input)  Four, colored, pushbutton switches  400-pt. Breadboard  Stepper motor, motor driver, and motor bracket  Load cell and amplifier  Carriage assembly (described in detail below)  Pulleys and belts  3D printed end bracket  Frame parts and associated fastenersThe microcontroller used for the project, the Arduino Uno, is not included in the kit for this

Conference Session

Innovative Teaching Techniques in Mechanics

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Louis Everett, University of Texas-El Paso; Arunkumar Pennathur; Elsa Villa, University of Texas-El Paso

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Mechanics

). Doing with understanding: Lessons from research on problem and project-based learning. Journal of Learning Sciences, 7(3 and 4), 271-312.7. Schwartz, D.L., Lin, X., Brophy, S. and Bransford, J.D. (1999). Toward the development of flexibly adaptive instructional designs. In Instructional Design Theories and Models: volume II (Ed. Reigelut, C.M.), Hillsdale, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum, p182-213.8. Linn, M.C., Songer, N.B. and Eylon, B.S. (1996). Shifts and convergences in science learning and instruction. In Handbook of Educational Psychology (Eds. Calfee, R.C. and Berliner, D.C.), Riverside, NJ: Macmillan, p438-490.9. Anderson, J.R. (1993). Rules of the mind. Hillsdale, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum.10. Anderson, J.R., Boyle, C.F., Corbett, A

Conference Session

Enhancing Instruction in Statics, Dynamics, Mechanics

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rania Al-Hammoud P.Eng., University of Waterloo

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Mechanics

model shows thebenefits this model incorporated into students’ learning.Introduction:With the advancement of the internet, the use of online modules as a form of learning has beendeveloping fast over the past decades. Some universities go with full online courses and othersgo to blended learning solutions. A flipped classroom is one way that allows for blendedlearning. Flipped classroom models have been widely used as an effective method to change theinteraction of the students and the instructor during lectures. Students learn the material at theirown time and at their own pace, and come to class prepared to interact and solve problems withthe instructor (R. Pierce and J. Fox , 2012; J. L. Bishop and M. A. Verleger, 2013; G. S. Masonet al

Conference Session

Assessment Strategies in Mechanics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Geoffrey Recktenwald, Michigan State University; Tamara Bush, Michigan State University; Ron Averill, Michigan State University

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Mechanics

easy to follow solution process, Meets including required diagrams and figures Minimum Competency Incorrect answer due to one or two minor II 80% errors but supported by a correct solution process as described in Level I Does Not Meet Minimum III 0% Incorrect answer due to conceptual error(s) CompetencyBecause no points are awarded for answers that are “conceptually wrong”, students do notreceive credit for memorizing and writing out the solution to a similar problem they have solved.Points are only given for correct answers with correct support

Conference Session

Teaching & Learning Dynamics, Vibration, and Mechanics More Broadly

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Geoff Rideout, Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Diversity

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Mechanics

Teaching, 41(1), pp. 30-35.[4] Bland, L. (2006) “Applying flip/inverted classroom model in electrical engineering to establish life-longlearning.” Proc. American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, Chicago, IL.[5] Shibley, I., and Wilson, T. (2012) “The flipped classroom: rethinking the way you teach.” Magna OnlineSeminar presented at Memorial University, St. John’s, NL.[6] Holdhusen, M. (2015) “A ‘flipped’ statics classroom.” Proc. American Society for Engineering EducationAnnual Conference, Seattle, WA.[7] Velegol, S. et al. (2015) “The evolution of a flipped classroom: evidence-based recommendations.” ASEEAdvances in Engineering Education, Winter 2015.[8] Swithenback, S., and DeNucci, T. (2014) “Using a “Flipped Classroom

Conference Session

Measuring Learning in Statics & Dynamics

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger G. Hadgraft, University of Technology Sydney; David Lowe, The University of Sydney; Justine Lawson

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Mechanics

relevance (specific to an engineer’s required understanding of the subject) 4. Evaluate for creativity (is the question contextualised? Authentic? Realistic? Higher order? Is this an excellent way to assess this knowledge/ability? Is the wording ideal?) 5. Solve – what answers might students provide? What is acceptable? What if any partial credit will be awarded? 6. Provide feedback: a. Identify and state the problem/s with the item b. State why it is a problem c. Suggest how the item could be rephrased d. State how the revised suggestion is better than the original 7. Pairs then review and evaluate the items brought to the workshop. Pairs decide whether the item would be suitable as

Conference Session

Homework, Learning, and Problem Solving in Mechanics

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael K. Swanbom PE, Louisiana Tech University; Daniel William Moller, Louisiana Tech University; Katie Evans, Louisiana Tech University; Timothy Reeves, Louisiana Tech University

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Mechanics

2008 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Pittsburgh, 2008.[5] B. Means, Y. Toyama, R. Murphy, M. Bakia, K. Jones and Center for Technology in Learning, "Evaluation of Evidence-Based Practices in Online Learning: A Meta-Analysis and Review of Online Learning Studies," U.S. Department of Education, 2010.[6] D. S. Brewer, The Effects of Online Homework on Achievement and Self-efficacy of College Algebra Students, Utah State University, 2009.[7] W. Ziemer, "WeBWorK: An Open-Source Online Homework System," in Invention and Impact: Building Excellence in Undergraduate Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Education, NSF DUE in collaboration with EHR and AAAS, 2004, pp. 169-171

Conference Session

Assessment & Grading in Mechanics

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mariana Silva, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Matthew West, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign

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Mechanics

. Science Education, 78:527–554, 1994. [3] B. Chen, M. West, and C. Zilles. Do performance trends suggest wide-spread collaborative cheating on asynchronous exams? In Proceedings of the Fourth (2017) ACM Conference on Learning at Scale, 2017. doi: 10.1145/3051457.3051465. [4] J. A. Kulik and C.-L. C. Kulik. Timing of feedback and verbal learning. Review of Educational Research, 58:79–97, 1988. [5] K. A. Lack. Current status of research on online learning in postsecondary education. Ithaka S+R, 2013. [6] McGraw-Hill. McGraw-Hill Connect. URL http://connect.mheducation.com/. [7] H. Pashler, N. J. Cepeda, J. T. Wixted, and D. Rohrer. When does feedback facilitate learning of words? Journal of Experimental Psychology: Learning

Conference Session

Alternative Methods of Teaching and Learning Mechanics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Jillian Schmidt, Missouri University of Science and Technology; Nicolas Ali Libre, Missouri University of Science and Technology

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Mechanics

, is an assistant teaching professor of Civil Engineering at Missouri University of Science and Technology. He received his BS (2001), MS (2003) and PhD (2009) in civil engineer- ing with emphasis in structural engineering, from University of Tehran, Iran. His research interests and experiences are in the field of computational mechanics, cement-based composite materials as well as in- novative teaching techniques. Dr. Libre is the manager of Materials Testing lab at Missouri S&T, teaches mechanics of materials and develops digital educational resources for the engineering students. He had the opportunity of leading several scientific and industrial research projects and mentoring graduate and undergraduate

Conference Session

Grading and Feedback Models in Mechanics

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Andrew Dongjin Kim, Georgia State University

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Mechanics

, students recognize the importance of solving problems completely with thecorrect comprehension of physical and mathematical meanings of variables in the governingequations.References[1] M. S. a. C. C. B. Z. Dymond, "The Influence of Grading Bias on Reinforced Concrete Exam Scores at Three Different Universities," in ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Salt Lake City, UT, June 24-17, 2018.[2] A. Karimi, "Bringing Uniformity in Topic Coverage and Grading Fairness in Multiple," in International Mechanical Engineering Congress, 2015.[3] A. C. K. a. W. Sander, "Grades and Student Evaluations of Teachers," Economics of Education Review, pp. 59-63, 1999.[4] C. E. Work, "Nationwide Study of the Variability of Test Scoring by Different

Conference Session

Anything New in Dynamics?

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Geoff Rideout, Memorial University of Newfoundland

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Mechanics

crank lengthB3C3 1 m coupler length 6ksA, ksB, 10 N/m parasitic stiffnesses, points A, B, C, DksC, ksDRsA, RsB, 200 N-s/m parasitic damping, points A, B, C, DRsC, RsDT(t) 10 N-m input torqueb 2 N-s/rad pin C rotational damping constantc 5 N-s/m slider viscous damping constant Page 13.1168.14Appendix B – Student Questionnaire and ResultsQuestionnaire regarding ENGI7945 Machine DynamicsPossible AnswersStrongly agree (5) Agree (4) Neutral (3) Disagree(2

Conference Session

What's New in Mechanics of Materials?

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adam Creuziger, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Wendy Crone, University of Wisconsin-Madison

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Mechanics

1-12[7] Origins of Misconceptions in a Materials Concept Inventory From Student Focus Groups.Krause, Stephen; Tasooji, Amaneh; Griffin, Richard. ASEE 2004 Annual Conference andExposition: Engineering Education Researches New Heights, 2004, Session 3464, p 1-8[8] The concept of the concept inventory assessment instrument. Evans, D. L.; Hestenes, David.Proceedings - Frontiers in Education Conference, 2001, p F2A-1[9] Instructional software: If you build it, they may or may not come. Roskowski, A. Michel;Felder, Richard M.; Bullard, Lisa G. 2001 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition: Peppers,Papers, Pueblos and Professors, 2001, p 5971-5976[10] Courseware for problem solving in mechanics of materials. Steif, Paul S. 2002 ASEEAnnual Conference

Conference Session

Dynamics - Wow! They accelerate

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian P. Self, California Polytechnic State University; James M Widmann, California Polytechnic State University; Michael J. Prince, Bucknell University; Jeffrey Georgette

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Mechanics

develop proper conceptual understanding. Ourengineering students seemed motivated by the experiments, and a great deal of good discussioncould be heard as we walked around the room. In future work, we hope to ascertain exactlywhen students seem to understand the concepts, and the exact components necessary to make aneffective inquiry-based learning activity for dynamics.Acknowledgements: Support for this work was funded by the National Science Foundation,NSF 1044282, Using Inquiry-Based Activities to Repair Student Misconceptions in EngineeringDynamics. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in thismaterial are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the NationalScience Foundation

Conference Session

Statics & Strength of Materials - A nice couple

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Papadopoulos, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Aidsa Ivette Santiago Roman, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Genock Portela-Gauthier, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Arturo Ponce, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

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Mechanics

. Additional questions were asked to probe their understanding, such aswhy a solid post is not used, why it is (apparently) sufficient to study stress at the base of thepole an nowhere else, and which load(s) is (are) most influential in driving the design (including,in particular, whether the weight of the post itself is significant in this sense). Figure 5 shows anannotated image of the spreadsheet that student can use for Module 3. Page 23.866.6 wind x wind y wt sign Param x1 z1 b2 h1 h2 Wx2 Fy1

Conference Session

Statics and Strength of Materials

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Zachary Vick, University of Oklahoma; Kurt C. Gramoll, University of Oklahoma

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Mechanics

responsible for keeping track of units. As can be seen in Figure 2,the object domain is in the unit of inches. Note the Papervision3D library was used for 3Drendering purposes. As a result, all 3D rendering is done in a left-handed coordinate system as isdefault in the Papervision3D library15.2. Selecting boundary and loading conditionsOnce the geometry is loaded, the user is able to select any faces which are fixed and any faceswhich have a uniform pressure applied to them. Fixed faces are fixed in all three directionsincluding all nodes on the selected face(s). Faces selected to have no displacement will behighlighted in red. The user is able to select multiple faces which are fixed or which are loaded.Loads are applied as a uniform pressure to

Conference Session

Teaching Mechanics

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph J. Rencis, University of Arkansas; Hartley T. Grandin Jr, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Mechanics

a introductory mechanics of materials course is to show the student that forceand elastic deformation analysis of single or multiple connected bodies is based on theapplication of only three fundamental sets of equations:  rigid body equilibrium equations,  material load-deformation equations derived from Hooke’s Law, and  equations defining the known or assumed geometry of deformation.The commonality of a general approach to all problems is emphasized, an approach that isidentical for determinate and indeterminate structures containing axial, torsional and/or bendingloads. This general approach is formulated to emphasize:  identification of applicable fundamental independent equation set(s) being written

Conference Session

Evaluation of Teaching Methods for Mechanics Courses

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacob Preston Moore, Virginia Tech; Robert Scott Pierce, Sweet Briar College; Christopher B. Williams, Virginia Tech

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Mechanics

Displays on Information Recall,” The Journal of Experimental Education, vol. 68, no. 4, pp. 293-308, 2000.[10] J. D. Novak and D. B. Gowin, Learning how to learn. Cambridge University Press, 1984.[11] D. J. Martin, “Concept mapping as an AID to lesson planning: A longitudinal study,” Journal of Elementary Page 25.1365.12 Science Education, vol. 6, no. 2, pp. 11-30, Oct. 1994.[12] K.-E. Chang, Y.-T. Sung, and S.-K. Chiou, “Use of Hierarchical Hyper Concept Map in Web-Based Courses,” Journal of Educational Computing Research, vol. 27, no. 4, pp. 335-353, Feb. 2003.[13] J. W. Coffey, “LEO: A Concept Map Based Course

Conference Session

Mechanics Education Programs and Projects

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christopher Papadopoulos

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Mechanics

. “Development of a Concept Inventory for Strength of Materials”, 33rd ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, 2003.28. Richardson, Jim. “Concept Inventories: Tools for Uncovering STEM Students’ Misconceptions”, AAAS, 2005.29. Rosati, Peter. “Mechanics Texts are for Students”, Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 1996.30. Sjøberg, S. Lie. Technical Report 81-11, University of Oslo, 1981.31. Steif, Paul. “An Articulation of the Concepts and Skills Which Underlie Engineering Statics”, Proceedings of the 34th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, 2004.32. Steif, Paul S. and John A. Dantzler. “A Statics Concept Inventory: Development and Psychometric Analysis”, Journal of Engineering Education, October

Conference Session

Teaching Mechanics of Materials and General Mechanics Education

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Henry Christiansen, Brigham Young University; Steven Benzley, Brigham Young University; Spencer Guthrie, Brigham Young Univeristy; Gaurab Paudel, Brigham Young University

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Mechanics

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Conference Session

Teaching Mechanics of Materials and General Mechanics Education

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Habib Sadid, Idaho State University; Richard Wabrek, Idaho State University

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Mechanics

Materials, Oxford University Press, New York, NY, 2002.4. Beer, F. P., Johnston, E. R. and DeWolf, J. T., Mechanics of Materials, Fifth Edition, McGraw Hill, 2008.5. Hibbeler, R.C., Mechanics of Materials, Seventh Edition, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 2007.6. Gere, J. M. and Goodno, B. J., Mechanics of Materials, Seventh Edition, CL-Engineering, 2008.7. Bedford, A. and Liechti, K.M., Mechanics of Materials, Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 2000.8. Riley, W.F., Sturges, L.D. and Morris, D.H., Mechanics of Materials, Fifth Edition, John Wiley & Sons, New York, NY, 1999.9. Wempner, G., Mechanics of Solids, PWS Publishing Company, Boston, MA, 1995.10. Timoshenko, S. P. and Gere, J. M., Mechanics of Materials, Fourth

Conference Session

Mechanics Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amir Hedayati Mehdiabadi, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign; Rebecca A. Atadero, Colorado State University; Daniel W. Baker Ph.D., P.E., Colorado State University; Anne Marie Aramati Casper, Colorado State University

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Diversity

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Mechanics

complex problems, because you can only talk to yourself so much before you need someone else's input to really make a breakthrough on a problem.”Table 2 - Students’ suggestions for setting up environments to create optimal interactions Suggestion Freq. Example(s) Creating an 22 “I think that setting up an environment that doesn’t just cater to one “type” of inclusive person is the most important aspect of this. Not every person fits into the same environment, box, so why should they have to work in an environment that isn’t

Conference Session

Mechanics Division Technical Session 4

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

James Giancaspro P.E., University of Miami; Diana Arboleda, University of Miami

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Mechanics

demonstration presents idealized support models that are commonlyencountered in engineering mechanics and subsequent coursework in the civil and mechanicalengineering disciplines. Although considerable preparation time is initially necessary to buildthe support mock-ups, they can be used for many years with little to no maintenance.Student Learning Outcomes: ability to: recognize each fundamental type of support (pin, roller,and fixed), and identify the scalar reaction(s) imparted to a body due to the supportResources: 1" diameter PVC pipe, various pieces of wood, assortment of bolts and screws,demonstration tablePreparation time: > 4 hoursDemonstration time: 10 minutesProcedure: Prior to the classroom demonstration, the various supports are

Conference Session

New Teaching Methods in Mechanics

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daniel Takashi Kawano, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Benson H. Tongue, University of California, Berkeley

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Mechanics

(g = 32.2 ft/s, etc.) made the material a lot more informative and easier to grasp … The use of different colors is great, but should be limited to around 2 to 3 or 4. Any more than that and it may seem to jumbled and could be harder for the student to grasp the concept fully.” • “Given that the narrator goes over the problem statement and addresses each aspect of the problem in turn (e.g. assumptions, given, goal, and etc.), it helped that he color-coded each term based on its category.”What we take away from these comments is that while one student said a systematic approach tocolor usage may not be necessary, others claim that the video content could be improved byutilizing some consistent approach, e.g

Conference Session

Mechanics Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John A. Mirth, Saint Cloud State University

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Mechanics

. The challenge lies inbuilding a box in which the pigeons can learn. How to design learning so it becomes natural,commonplace, even predictable?The show goes on to consider the role of the teacher:Now, you might think that this makes teachers unimportant. You'd be completely wrong. Theteacher is anything but a bystander. That's because it's the teacher who designs the world inwhich the student learns.The goal of this paper has been to present the design of a better box in which students can learn.The work is ongoing.References[1] L. Spence, “The Case Against Teaching”, Change, vol. 33, no. 6, pp. 10-19, 2001.[2] L. D. Fink, Creating Significant Learning Experiences, John Wiley & Sons, 2013.[3] D. J. Wheeler, and D. S. Chambers

Conference Session

Mechanics, Hands-on Demo - Show & Tell!

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sinead C. MacNamara, Syracuse University; Joan V. Dannenhoffer P.E., Syracuse University

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Mechanics

ability that experienced engineers possess. “Most students do not find statics to be conceptually difficult, but are often overwhelmed by the myriad of small decisions that they must get correct if they are going to successfully solve a problem. Too often, this causes a student to question if he/she should continue to study engineering. The key idea implemented in ARCHIMEDES is a just-in-time feedback process for enhanced learning of problem- solving strategies.”7 The system divides the problems into steps that would logically be taken. For example, the first step in many statics problems is drawing a free-body diagram(s). Page

Conference Session

Teaching Mechanics

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ing-Chang Jong, University of Arkansas; William T. Springer, University of Arkansas

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Mechanics

2009. His research interests are in mechanics and engineering education.William T. Springer, University of Arkansas William T. Springer is 21st Century Chair in Mechanical Engineering and Associate Professor at the University of Arkansas. He received his BSME in 1974 from the University of Texas at Arlington, his MSME in 1979 from the University of Texas at Arlington, and his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering in 1982 from the University of Texas at Arlington. Dr. Springer is active in ASME where he received the Dedicated Service Award in 2006, was elected to Fellow Grade in 2008, and was awarded the S. Y. Zamrik Pressure Vessels and Piping Medal in 2011