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PCEE Instructional Showcases

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Greg J Strimel, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Deana Lucas, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Tori Constantine, Purdue University at West Lafayette ; Yubin Lee, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Tamara J Moore, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Morgan M Hynes, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Siddika Selcen Guzey, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Anne DeLion, Purdue Engineering Education; Molly H Goldstein, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Rick Hill, University of Detroit Mercy

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Paper ID #46170CHIPS, Science, & Secondary Engineering Technology Education (ResourceExchange)Dr. Greg J Strimel, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI) Greg J. Strimel, Ph.D., is the assistant department head and a associate professor of Technology Leadership & Innovation as well as the program lead for the Design & Innovation Minor at Purdue University. Dr. Strimel conducts research on design pedagogy, cognition, and assessment as well as the pre-service engineering teacher education.Deana Lucas, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE) Deana M. Lucas is a PhD student in the Technology Leadership and

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Erik Schettig, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Marissa Franzen, North Carolina State University at Raleigh

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Paper ID #48381BOARD # 219: WIP - Digital Engineering Notebooks to Support Technologicaland Engineering Literacy in Pre-College Engineering EducationDr. Erik Schettig, North Carolina State University at Raleigh Dr. Erik Schettig is a lecturer in the Technology, Engineering, and Design Education program area of the Department of STEM Education in the College of Education at NC State University. His research interests include developing open-access engaging STEM curricula for K-12 teachers and guiding students in technology, engineering, and design education teacher licensure.Marissa Franzen, North Carolina State University at

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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Timothy Brothers, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jacqueline Rohde, Georgia Institute of Technology; Mary Ann Weitnauer, Georgia Institute of Technology; Martta Sareva; Kristen Lyle; Kayla Henderson-Simms, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Paper ID #46859BOARD # 198: Art and STEM for Student Engagement via Realization ofTechnology (Work in Progress)Timothy Brothers, Georgia Institute of Technology Prof. Tim Brothers has been a Professor of the Practice with the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) at Georgia Institute of Technology since Fall of 2020 and has focused on explorative learning at both university level and primary school level. Prof. Brothers’ research includes real-time signal processing in the areas of communications, RF signal processing, image processing, and sensor fusion. Prior to joining GaTech, Dr. Brothers worked on

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Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leah Bug, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Amy Isvik, North Carolina State University at Raleigh; Susan Beth D'amico, NC State University College of Engineering - The Engineering Place

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can be remotely controlled and carry technology that may be used tomap disaster areas and identify survivors of natural disasters.10 Before creating the biobots,researchers used hexbugs, known as nanobugs, to map large, unfamiliar areas, such as collapsedbuildings, after a disaster. This challenge connects real-world engineering research with anengaging K-12 engineering activity for students.The Nanobug Maze engineering challenge involves a hands-on, open-ended activity focused onthe engineering design cycle using nanobugs. The activity was differentiated for multiple levelsof learning since we conduct programs ranging from kindergarten to high school and teacherprofessional learning sessions.The challenge begins by engaging and introducing

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Innovative Pathways in K–12 STEM: Bridging Emerging Technologies and Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kenneth Reid, University of Indianapolis; Cheryl Beauchamp, Regent University; Stacy S Klein-Gardner, Engineering for US All

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” (e4usa) project to develop a high school engineering course ”for all”. He is active in engineering within K-12, (Technology Student Association Board of Directors) and has written multiple texts in Engineering, Mathematics and Digital Electronics. He earned a PhD in Engineering Education from Purdue University, is a Senior Member of IEEE, on the Board of Governors of the IEEE Education Society, and a Member of Tau Beta Pi.Dr. Cheryl Beauchamp, Regent University Cheryl Beauchamp serves as the Director for Regent University’s Institute for Cybersecurity and chair of Regent’s Engineering and Computer Science Department. She earned a Ph.D. in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, a M.S. in Computer Science from George

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Innovative Pathways in K–12 STEM: Bridging Emerging Technologies and Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nicholas Dang, Purdue Engineering Education; Zeynep Gonca Akdemir-Beveridge, University of Connecticut; Muhsin Menekse, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE)

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Information Science and Engineering (QISE) concepts intoK-12 education offers a valuable opportunity to introduce students to cutting-edge scientificadvancements and technologies shaping the future. As quantum technologies increasinglyinfluence fields such as computing, communications, and materials science, there is a growinginterest in exploring how foundational quantum concepts can be meaningfully introduced to pre-college students. National initiatives, including those supported by the Department of Defenseand the National Science Foundation, emphasize the importance of raising awareness of QISEamong students and educators. These efforts align with the National Quantum CoordinationOffice’s recommendation to expand pathways for QISE education by

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Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gabriella Marie Luna, University of The Incarnate Word, GEMS Program; Stephanie Gray, University of the Incarnate Word; Michael Frye, University of the Incarnate Word

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Paper ID #47962Inspiring Young Minds: Translating Advanced STEM Technology for HighSchool Students for College and Workforce Readiness within the GEMS ProgramsGabriella Marie Luna, University of The Incarnate Word, GEMS Program Gabriella Luna is an undergraduate student studying Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics at the University of the Incarnate Word. She conducts research in the Autonomous Vehicles and Systems (AVS) Lab and was awarded the UIW MSE Department’s Excellence in Engineering Research Award. Gabriella is a core member of the QCardinals autonomous vehicle competition team, which earned the

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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Jennifer Kouo, The Johns Hopkins University; Jeanette Chipps, The Johns Hopkins University

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Paper ID #45435BOARD # 203: Engineering Community Inclusion of Individuals with Autism(ECIIA): Leveraging Virtual Reality (VR) Technology and Community Collaboratorsto Broaden Participation in Engineering (Work in Progress)Dr. Jennifer Kouo, The Johns Hopkins University Dr. Jennifer Kouo is an Assistant Research Scientist at the Center for Technology in Education (CTE) at the Johns Hopkins University School of Education. Jennifer’s areas of expertise include Universal Design for Learning, technology integration, assistive technologies, and serving students with a range of disabilities, particularly autism spectrum disorder

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Expanding STEM Access and Belonging: Programs and Practices for Inclusive K–12 Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Valentina Kuskova, University of Notre Dame; Sugana Chawla, University of Notre Dame; Robyn Brenza Kress; Stacy Garrett-Ray; Kim R Jassem MHA, MSDA, PMP, Ascension Foundation

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benefit of industry and society.Prof. Sugana Chawla, University of Notre DameRobyn Brenza KressStacy Garrett-RayKim R Jassem MHA, MSDA, PMP, Ascension Foundation ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Fostering STEM Engagement: Evaluating the Impact of the #GOALS Program on Middle-School Students' Interest and Motivation in Science and Technology (Evaluation) Valentina Kuskova 1, Sugana Chawla1, Robyn Kress 2, Stacey Garrett-Ray2, Kim Jassem2 Abstract The #GOALS (Go Out and Love Science) program, spearheaded by the Ascension Foundation for Health Equity, aims to engage middle school students from underserved communities and ignite their interest in healthcare careers. It is currently

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Interdisciplinary Approaches to High School Engineering: Perceptions, Pathways, and Pedagogies

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abeera P. Rehmat, Georgia Institute of Technology; Michael Helms, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Marc Weissburg

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Paper ID #47396Interdisciplinary Overload: Can Incorporating Biology In an IntroductoryEngineering Course Turn Some Students Away from Engineering Pathways?Dr. Abeera P. Rehmat, Georgia Institute of Technology Abeera P. Rehmat is a Research Scientist II, at Georgia Institute of Technology’s Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics and Computing (CEISMC). She has experience conducting research in engineering education that spans pre-college up to the collegiate level. Her research interest involves investigating how engineering and computer science education can foster students critical thinking and problem

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Inspiring Future Engineers: Targeted Summer Programs for Diverse STEM Pathways

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Federica Aveta, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Afsaneh Ghanavati, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Marisha Rawlins, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Pilin Junsangsri, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Paper ID #46546Designing effective STEM outreach activities to inspire students to ultimatelypursue careers in the Electrical and Computer Engineering fieldsDr. Federica Aveta, Wentworth Institute of Technology Federica Aveta received the B.S. and M.S. degrees in Electronic Engineering from La Sapienza University, Rome, Italy, in 2012 and 2016, respectively, and the Ph.D. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Oklahoma (OU), Tulsa, Oklahoma, in 2020. Before joining Wentworth Institute of Technology, Federica has worked as an Optical Engineer where she designed, built, and tested optical fiber

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Innovative Pathways in K–12 STEM: Bridging Emerging Technologies and Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Alejandro Gonzalez, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Brandon Costelloe-Kuehn, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Department of Science and Technology Studies; Emily Liu, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; James Olson, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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Paper ID #47372Development of a Pre-College Curriculum for Nuclear Science and Engineering(Fundamental)Daniel Alejandro Gonzalez, Rensselaer Polytechnic InstituteBrandon Costelloe-Kuehn, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Department of Science and Technology Studies Brandon Costelloe-Kuehn is an anthropologically-oriented scholar working in the interdisciplinary field of science and technology studies (STS). His research lies at the intersection of community engagement, design research and pedagogy, and environmental justice. His scholarly work on the contexts that enable effective collaboration, communication, and engagement

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Equity, Identity, and Pedagogy in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jessica D Gale, Georgia Institute of Technology; Dyanne Baptiste Porter, Georgia Institute of Technology; Meltem Alemdar, Georgia Institute of Technology; Sunni Haag Newton, Georgia Institute of Technology; Abeera P. Rehmat, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jasmine Choi, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Educational Policy, with a concentration in Research, Measurement, and Statistics, from Georgia State University.Dr. Sunni Haag Newton, Georgia Institute of Technology Sunni Newton is currently a Senior Research Scientist at the Georgia Institute of Technology in the Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC). Her research focuses on assessing the implementation and outcomes of educatiDr. Abeera P. Rehmat, Georgia Institute of Technology Abeera P. Rehmat is a Research Scientist II, at Georgia Institute of Technology’s Center for Education Integrating Science, Mathematics and Computing (CEISMC). She has experience conducting research in engineering education that spans pre-college up to

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Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joshua E. Katz, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Yang Victoria Shao, University of Illinois Urbana Champaign; Yuting W. Chen, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Paper ID #48041A Comparison Between a Week-Long Electrical and Computer EngineeringSummer Camp’s Session on Middle School Students’ Interests in STEM (Evaluation)Joshua E. Katz, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Joshua E. Katz is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, DELTA program, at UIUC, where his research centers on collaborative learning in engineering education and other STEM disciplines. He obtained his B.S. in Technology and Engineering Education in 2019 and his M.S. in STEM Education and Leadership in 2021 from Illinois State University. Additionally, he holds a professional

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Inspiring Future Engineers: Targeted Summer Programs for Diverse STEM Pathways

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Douglas Eric Dow, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Mirza Farzana Halim

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Paper ID #47367Introduction to Robotics: An Impactful Summer Program for High SchoolStudentsDr. Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology Tahmid Latif is an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at the School of Engineering of Wentworth Institute of Technology. He received his doctorate in electrical engineering from North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC. His research interests lie at the intersection of electronics and biology, with a focus on bioelectronics and instrumentation, cyborg insects, and insect-machine interfaces. He is a member of IEEE and Sigma Xi.Dr. Douglas Eric Dow

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Innovative Pathways in K–12 STEM: Bridging Emerging Technologies and Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yubin Lee, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Greg J Strimel, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Tori Constantine, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Deana M. Lucas, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Emily M. Haluschak, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Tamara J Moore, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Morgan M. Hynes, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Siddika Selcen Guzey, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE)

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University. Dr. Strimel conducts research on design pedagogy, cognition, and assessment as well as the pre-service engineering teacher education.Tori Constantine, Purdue University at West Lafayette Tori Constantine is a graduate research assistant pursing her Master’s degree in Technology Leadership & Innovation at Purdue University. She currently works with the SCALE K12 research group in exploring microelectronics curriculum.Deana M. Lucas, Purdue University at West Lafayette Deana M. Lucas is a PhD student in the Technology Leadership and Innovation Department at Purdue University. Deana’s background in Technology and Engineering Education drives her passion for working in spaces where disciplinary content

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Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lei Miao, Middle Tennessee State Univ.; Christopher Daniel Winfrey, Middle Tennessee State University; hongbo zhang

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computational science. I also received both Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology and Master of Science in Professional Science degrees from MTSU. My primary research focuses on the application of machine learning and simulation software to analyze traffic within the state of Tennessee, identify problematic areas, and propose intelligent solutions such as signal retiming via reinforcement learning.hongbo zhang ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Outcomes and lessons learned from a First-time National Summer Transportation Institute Pre-College Program (Evaluation)AbstractNational Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI) is a pre-college summer program fundedannually by the

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elliot Benjamin Roe, Georgia Institute of Technology; Duncan Johnson, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Ethan E Danahy, Tufts University

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has focused on educational methodologies and technologies that introduce elementary and middle school students to Computer Science. Currently, he’s exploring how technologies can leverage generative AI to better support educators.Dr. Ethan E Danahy, Tufts University Dr. Ethan Danahy is a Research Associate Professor at the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach (CEEO) with secondary appointment in the Department of Computer Science within the School of Engineering at Tufts University. Having received his graduate degrees in Computer Science and Electrical Engineering from Tufts University, he continues research in the design, implementation, and evaluation of different educational technologies. With

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephanie Weber, National Center for Women & Information Technology ; Lyn Ely Swackhamer, NCWIT/University of Colorado

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Paper ID #47630How faculty focused on pre-college engineering education and outreach canleverage this free digital library of engineering resources. (Pre-college Resource/CurriculuExchange)Mrs. Stephanie Weber, National Center for Women & Information Technology https://ncwit.org/profile/stephanie-weber/Dr. Lyn Ely Swackhamer, NCWIT/University of Colorado Dr. Lyn Swackhamer is the PI on the NSF funded Teach Engineering grant. Teach Engineering is a digital library of K-12 engineering education materials. Dr. Swackhamer has a PhD in education innovation with an emphasis on research and evaluation methodology. She has been the

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Expanding STEM Access and Belonging: Programs and Practices for Inclusive K–12 Engagement

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Maricruz Zepeda - Wilson, The University of Arizona, College of Engineering; Cori Dennis, The University of Arizona, College of Engineering

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, particularly amongunderrepresented groups, and considers their effectiveness in enhancing students’ self -efficacy asengineers.IntroductionAs a land grant university [1] and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), The University of Arizonaaims to serve a diverse student population and to engage the community in programs thatincrease awareness and access to post-secondary programs. The College of Engineering (COE)’slong-running dual enrollment and summer camp programs, Engineering 102 in High School(ENGR 102HS) and Summer Engineering Academy (SEA), focus on pre-college access toengineering with the goal of inspiring students to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering andMath (STEM) careers after high school.In this paper, we examine ENGR 102HS and SEA. We

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Advancing Robotics Education: Frameworks, Platforms, and Teacher Preparation for K-12 Engagement

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ricardo Moreira; Tommaso Verdiglione, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Saurav Basnet, WentWorth Institute of Technol; Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Paper ID #47370EPlayBot – Reconfigurable Platform for Education and Play in RoboticsRicardo Moreira I am pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology.Tommaso Verdiglione, Wentworth Institute of TechnologySaurav Basnet, WentWorth Institute of TechnolDr. Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology Tahmid Latif is an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering at the School of Engineering of Wentworth Institute of Technology. He received his doctorate in electrical engineering from North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC. His research interests lie at the

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Inclusive and Reflective Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Hayes, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Jennifer Cross, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Elissa Milto, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach

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Milto, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach Elissa Milto is Director of Outreach at the CEEO. She holds two masters degrees in education allowing her to focus on special education and engineering. Currently, she leads Novel Engineering, an interdisciplinary engineering literacy project. Her work fo ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Considerations from Co-design with Special Education Teachers: Integrating Computational Thinking with Executive Functioning Skills for Autistic Middle School Students (RTP, Diversity)AbstractWe report on the co-design of technologies for Opportunities for Robotics, Building, andInnovative Technology (ORBIT), an

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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Aysel Guliyeva, The Institute of Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University

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numeracythrough adaptive learning tools. The potential of AI in education should inspire optimism aboutthe future of learning [6,7,8,9,10,11]. AI has become an integral aspect of contemporary life,prompting governments to prioritize educational advancement on a global scale.Research objectivesIn December 2023, Azerbaijan's Ministry of Education announced plans to establish neweducational standards by mid-2025, including integrating STEAM (Science, Technology,Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) into the national curriculum [12]. This initiative reflects astrategic response to advancements in information and communication technology (ICT),particularly emphasizing incorporating 3D robotics within technology courses for grade 6 andbeyond. By aligning

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Interdisciplinary Approaches to High School Engineering: Perceptions, Pathways, and Pedagogies

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Karen B. Plaster, The University of Akron

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[12, 13, 14]. In their interviews and observations of civil andstructural engineers, Kent and Noss [13] found that, while they anticipated engineers wouldexplicitly reference complex mathematical practices, many engineers indicated that they rarelyused the advanced mathematics learned during their formal education. Instead, they relied oncomputational tools to handle complex calculations in engineering design. Kent et al. [15] latercharacterized this phenomenon as techno-mathematical literacy (TmL), a concept thatencompasses mathematical, information technology (IT), and workplace-specific competenciesneeded to interpret abstract information and make informed decisions. TmL suggests that usingmathematics in engineering is more about

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Innovations and Inclusion in Pre-Service and Pre-College STEM Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bree Jimenez, Baylor University; Ginevra Courtade, University of Louisville; Christine M Cunningham, Museum of Science; Jennifer Marie Fosbinder, University of Louisville; Mary Rathmann, University of Louisville

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Education Opportunities Background on STEM Education and Inclusion Historically, children with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities (ID) and extensivesupport needs (ESN) have been largely excluded from meaningful participation in scienceinstruction. This exclusion has often been based on the assumption that these students cannotaccess or benefit from grade-aligned academic content, especially in complex fields like science,technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The American Association on Intellectualand Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) defines ID as a condition with onset during thedevelopmental period (before 18 years of age) that involves intellectual impairments (e.g.,reasoning, problem-solving

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WIP Poster Session: Emerging Research and Practices in Pre-College Engineering Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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L. Clara Mabour, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Greses Perez P.E., Tufts University; Kristen B Wendell, Tufts University; Fatima Rahman, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Chelsea Joy Andrews, Tufts University

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with materials influence their human-material interactions and STEM learning during informal engineering projects and maker spaces. Major themes of her work include the intersections of culture and making, material agency, and collaborations in K-12 informal learning spaces.Dr. Greses Perez P.E., Tufts University Greses A. P´erez is a Ph.D. student in Learning Sciences and Technology Design with a focus on engineering education. Before coming to Stanford, Greses was a bilingual math and science educator at public elementary schools in Texas, where she served in the Gifted and Talented Advisory District Committee and the Elementary Curriculum Design team. As a science mentor at the Perot Museum, Greses locally

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kimberly Wilkens, University of Virginia; Hannah Moore, University of Virginia; David Chen, University of Virginia

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Paper ID #48761Engineering-Girls Framework (Resource Exchange)Dr. Kimberly Wilkens, University of Virginia Kim Wilkens is the founder of Tech-Girls and founding board member of Charlottesville Women in Tech, a non-profit that provides human connections and resources for women and girls interested in or associated with technology. Kim has been at the forefront of K-12 computer science education at the local, state, national, and global levels and has over twenty years of experience integrating computer science in both school and out-of-school time. She completed her EdD in 2023 with a focus on creating equitable

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Hayes, Tufts Center for Engineering Education and Outreach; Merredith D Portsmore, Tufts University; Keanu Jones

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©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025OverviewMakerPlace: An approach to culturallyrelevant pre-college engineeringeducation emphasizing the relationshipto place from a Navajo approach.What we’re sharing: Two culturallyrelevant technology, engineering, andarts (TEA) lessons freely availableonline at the included links.MakerPlace Objectives Codevelopment➢ Ignite engineering interest for pre-college MakerPlaces exist in diverse spaces, from learners. schools to community centers. Lesson are➢ Supporting workforce development and co-developed with local stakeholders in an entrepreneurship, across Navajo and iterative process of configuring materials

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Harnessing AI and Collaborative Platforms to Personalize and Innovate K-12 STEM Curriculum

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Julie M. Smith, Institute for Advancing Computing Education; Monica McGill, Institute for Advanced Engineering; Jacob Koressel; Bryan Twarek

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Paper ID #45868Can AI Develop Curriculum? Integrated Computer Science As a Test Case(Research to Practice)Dr. Julie M. Smith, Institute for Advancing Computing Education Dr. Julie M. Smith is a senior education researcher at the Institute for Advancing Computing Education. She holds degrees in Software Development, Curriculum & Instruction, and Learning Technologies. Her research focus is computer science education, particularly the intersection of learning analytics, learning theory, and equity and excellence. She was a research assistant at MIT’s Teaching Systems Lab, working on a program aimed at improving equity

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PCEE Instructional Showcases

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alexis Grace Daniels, The Johns Hopkins University; Alisha Nicole Sparks, The Johns Hopkins University; Michael L Falk, The Johns Hopkins University; Allison Reigel, The Johns Hopkins University; Rachel E Durham; Margo K Williams, The Johns Hopkins University; Emily J Yanisko, American University

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Maryland, Baltimore County.Emily J Yanisko, American University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025ENGINEERINGROLE MODELVIDEOSABOUT THE PROGRAMTo address the problem of low algebra proficiency and limited engineering career awareness withinBaltimore City Schools, Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Educational Outreach developed theBOAST program – a strategy to extend learning time in afterschool or school day – and received fundingfrom the NSF (DRL-2005790).The Baltimore Online Algebra for Students in Technology (BOAST) program provides high schoolstudents (Grades 9-12) opportunities to develop mathematics mastery and confidence through analgebra-for-engineering, problem-based curriculum. The role