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NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Mott, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Steffen Peuker, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

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societal contexts [7]. Theemphasis is on enhancing students' ability to confront social and ethical dilemmas in theirprofessional lives, acknowledging the crucial role that ethical decision-making plays inengineering practice.One approach is to integrate ethics and societal impact (ESI) issues directly into senior capstonedesign courses. This integration can be achieved through various methods, including dedicatedlectures, discussions, and project work that emphasize ethical decision-making in engineeringpractice. According to a 2016 national survey [8], 40% of engineering faculty include ethics andsocietal impacts (ESI) in capstone design courses. ESI topics such as professional practiceissues, safety, engineering decisions in uncertainty, and

Conference Session

Teaching Tools: Problem Solving and Hands-On Teaching (NEE)

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig Altmann, Virginia Military Institute

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students would gain more confidence using hand tools. At the end ofthe project, it was reported that all students reported an increase in confidence with using simplehand tools.Future WorkOverall, it is believed that the engine dissection and testing project was successful and only smallchanges should be made in the future relating to clarity and timing throughout the class periodsused to conduct this project. One area for future work is assessing the retention of theengineering design process. At VMI the students complete a design and build project duringtheir sophomore year in Statics and Solid Mechanics, again in their junior year in MechanicalAnalysis, and lastly in their senior year in Mechanical Design and Capstone Design classes. Itwould be

Conference Session

Teaching Tools: Problem Solving and Hands-On Teaching (NEE)

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jaskirat Sodhi, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Ashish D. Borgaonkar, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Teresa L. Keeler, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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curriculum. Alexandria, VA: ASCD.Fadel, C. (2008). 21st Century Skills: How can you prepare students for the new Global Economy? Paris, FR: OECD. Downloaded from https://www.oecd.org/site/educeri21st/40756908.pdfHotaling, N., Fasse, B., Bost, L., Hermann, C., & Forest, C. (2012). A quantitative analysis of the effects of a multidisciplinary engineering capstone design course. Journal of Engineering Education, 101(4), 630-656.Larmer, J., Mergendoller, J., & Boss, S. (2015). Setting the standard for project based learning. AlexandriaVA: ASCD.National Academy of Engineering. (2023). Grand Challenges for Engineering. Downloaded from http://www.engineeringchallenges.org/challenges.aspxNebraska

Conference Session

EE/NEE Joint Panel Discussion: Ideas for an Enjoyable and Productive Sabbatical

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jean M. Andino P.E., Arizona State University; David V.P. Sanchez, University of Pittsburgh; Michelle Marincel Payne, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; John D. Carpinelli, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Shannon L. Isovitsch Parks P.E., University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown; Daniel B Oerther P.E., Missouri University of Science and Technology

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community vision with Pitt’s core compe- tencies of research and education, Sanchez has built up Pitt Hydroponics in Homewood, founded Con- stellation Energy Inventor labs for K-12 students, and re-created the Mascaro Center’s Teach the Teacher sustainability program for science educators in the region. As a teacher he designed and created the Sustainability capstone course which has annually partnered with community stakeholders to address sustainability challenges at all scales. Past projects have in- cluded evaluating composting stations in Wilkinsburg, studying infrastructure resilience in Homewood, enabling community solar in PA, improving energy efficiency in McCandless Township, and improving water quality in

Conference Session

NEE Technical Session 2 - Educator's experience and perspective

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yuzhang Zang, Western Washington University

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proposal and grant. Seeking guidanceand feedbacks from experienced colleagues, mentors, or grant writing professionals to a rapid startand refine your research proposal can identify areas for improvement, ensure clarity and coherence,and strengthen your funding application.3.5 Capstone Projects and PublicationsEngaging students in capstone projects and facilitating publication opportunities are integral com-ponents of undergraduate-focused research programs. New faculty members involve into the cap-stone projects that integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, allowing studentsto solve real-world problems and challenges. By providing mentorship, guidance, and supportthroughout the research process, faculty members can empower

Conference Session

New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 4 - Undergraduate Student Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

H. Schwab, The Ohio State University; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Anu Singh, The Ohio State University; Euclides Maluf, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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follow-up [14]and purposeful, guiding intervention has been discussed [15], as simply giving students resourcesisn’t enough. For students in another study, the frame of rating the effectiveness of thereflections was in the lens of students improving their weaknesses to ‘master’ specific topics ofthe course, where students with reflection assignments based on their feedback tended to havehigher quality final projects compared to their peers with no reflection [16]. Specific coursespreviously studied in relation to the implementation of reflections in the engineering classroominclude capstone design [17], heat transfer [18], and engineering service-learning [19], [20], [21].Though each of these studies provides a different perspective on

Conference Session

NEE Technical Session 1 - Educator's Tools

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Toluwalase Opanuga, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Heidi A. Diefes-Dux, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Logan Andrew Perry, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Grace Panther, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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ASEE Annu. Conf. and Expo., Seattle, WA, USA, Jun. 2015, pp. 1-13.[10] T. Xing, S. W. Beyerlein, and J. Crepeau, "Impact of self-directed learning modules on preparing students to take the FE exam," in 2023 ASEE Annu. Conf. & Expo., Baltimore, MD, USA, Jun 2023.[11] K. Bower and K. Brannan, "Implementing self directed problem based learning in a multidisciplinary environmental engineering capstone class," in 2005 ASEE Annual Conf., Portland, OR, Jun. 2005, pp. 1-12, doi: 10.18260/1-2--15030[12] W. Zheng, H. Shih, H., and Y.-L Mo, "The integration of cognitive instructions and problem/project based learning into the civil engineering curriculum to cultivate creativity and self directed

Conference Session

New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 2 - Technology Tools

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ke Tang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Thomas Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Jennifer R Amos, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Jacob Henschen, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Abdussalam Alawini, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Matthew D Goodman, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Halim Beere, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Paper ID #46493Instructional Benefits of a Web-Based Students’ Concurrent Course RegistrationToolDr. Ke Tang, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Ke Tang is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Dr. Tang’s research focuses on engineering education, particularly on student-centered pedagogies, data-driven instruction, and interdisciplinary education.Dr. Thomas Golecki, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign I spent 10+ years in industry as an engineer in structural mechanics and structural health monitoring projects

Conference Session

NEE Technical Session 4 - Assessments: Grading and deadlines

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Bridget M. Smyser, Northeastern University

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real worldmuch more flexible than their artificial course deadlines, but by holding these rigid deadlinesthey were preventing students from learning to manage their time and projects [4]. Anotherauthor realized that being compassionate about deadlines builds community with the studentsand that some of the best work was turned in after the deadline [7]. Fairness was a concern, asstudents who turned in things late had more time to work on them and consider the problem.However, they conceded that few if any students complained about flexible deadlines beingunfair.Deadlines and DiversityIn a 2016 article, Boucher framed rigid deadlines as contributing to student stress and imposingunfair consequences on the most vulnerable students [8]. For

Conference Session

New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 3 - Professional and Faculty Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gracie Kerr, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Hayden J Wulf, University of Nebraska - Lincoln; Grace Panther, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

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ways, if any, did the available student supports change over a five-year period as indicated in course syllabi? 2. In what ways, if any, did instructor transparency change over a five-year period as indicated in engineering course syllabi?IV. MethodsA. Settings & ParticipantsParticipants in this study were instructors from a single engineering department at a midwesternR1 university. Nine semesters (Spring 2019 to Spring 2023) were observed, with 219 totalsyllabi collected from 53 unique instructors of core courses. “Core courses” consisted of courseswhich were required for undergraduate students in the department. The observed coursesincluded all undergraduate levels, from introductory courses to design and capstone

Conference Session

New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 3 - Professional and Faculty Development

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven B. Warth, Austin Peay State University; Bobette Bouton; Emmabeth Parrish Vaughn, Austin Peay State University; Lily Skau, Austin Peay State University

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of meeting anindividual student’s needs and providing them individually with the tools they will need tosucceed. Participant EE3 expressed this sentiment when he stated, “we really need to, to look atways to help the students where they are and what they need at that time.” Understanding theneeds of the students allows educators to identify the best ways to support their students asindividuals. EE8 addressed the gradient of student experience and suggested, “maybe it meansthat your “on ramp” is a little longer, but you could be just as successful, if not more.” Otherparticipants discussed the benefit of connecting the material to the individual students’ interests.EE1 discussed assigning his student a “useless machine” project where they are

Conference Session

NEE Technical Session 2 - Educator's experience and perspective

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gokce Akcayir, University of Alberta; Marnie V Jamieson, University of Alberta; Kristian Basaraba, University of Alberta; Duncan Buchanan, University of Alberta; Qingna Jin; Mijung Kim, University of Alberta; Janelle McFeetors, University of Alberta; Kerry Rose, University of Alberta

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graduate students most of whom havecompleted an undergraduate engineering degree requiring the completion of a capstone teamdesign project. This experience can be pivotal in the transition from the role and identity of anengineering student to that of an engineer in training [20]. Metacognitive skills and experiencesfacilitate student development as students reflect on their experiences and make sense of it.Metacognitive skills and experience play a pivotal role in the liminal space where identitytransitions occur. GTAs have made a transition from undergraduate engineering student toengineer in training, engineer and/or graduate student depending on their career arc. Irrespectiveof their stage of engineering identity development, they are in the

Conference Session

New Engineering Educators (NEE) Technical Session 1 - Maximizing Student Interaction and Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Pablo Robles-Granda, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Hongye Liu, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Celina Anwar, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Shivi Narang, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; David Dalpiaz, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Lawrence Angrave, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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benefits from integrating UDL and inclusive design principles.Inclusive design projects, like creating assistive tools for individuals with disabilities, fosterempathy, innovation, and real-world problem-solving skills among students [2, 7]. Such projectsresonate particularly with underrepresented groups, including SWDs, who are motivated by thesocietal impact of their work. Capstone courses, for example, effectively incorporate UDL toencourage students to consider diverse user needs in their designs [2].Despite these advancements, SWDs report significant barriers, including difficulties navigatingmultiple LMS platforms, inconsistent use of accessible tools, and limited instructor awareness.Surveys reveal that centralized platforms, captioned