internship programs, and provide a roadmap for highereducation institutions and industry partners to collaboratively design internship programs that arerelevant, effective, and aligned with the evolving needs of both the industry and its futureprofessionals.KEYWORDSInternship program, Construction industry, Comparative analysisINTRODUCTIONInternships have been widely recognized as an important learning method in higher engineeringeducation. It can expose students in real-life work environment, and help them to integrate thetheoretical knowledge learned in the classroom with best practices in the industry [1]. This isparticularly necessary in practical fields like construction [2]. The complexity of projects and thedynamic nature of the work
International Programmes for Overseas Teacher sponsored by ITEC. Offered three SWAYAM MOOC courses – E-content Development, OER for Empowering Teachers and AICTE NITTT Module 1 Orientation towards Technical Education and Curriculum Aspects. Her areas of interest encompass Data and Text Mining, Cloud Computing, Technology-Enabled Teaching and Learning, Instructional Design, E-Learning, and Open Educational Resources (OER), as well as Immersive Technologies.Dr. Dinesh Kumar KSA Dr. K S A Dineshkumar, Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chennai. He has been working in the domain of Student Assessment and Evaluation, Learned - Centered approach, Outcome
, peer tutoring, and troubleshooting activities. To conclude, traditional methods havetheir place, but PCB integration in the Digital Electronics curriculum seems paramount in elevatinglearning efficacy and student engagement, underlining the imperative of hands-on, experientiallearning in today’s engineering education framework.IntroductionSTEM occupations employ about 25% of the labor force in the United States [1]. In 2021, 34.9million (24%) of the 146.4 million people in the workforce between the ages of 18 and 74 workedin STEM fields [1]. With a poor retention rate of 38.3%, African Americans account for only 5%of engineering ” ’bachelor’s degree holders. Unengaging learning environments have a factor toplay in this [2]. The ASEE retention
teams work to complete. Both projects were introduced to students before the module oncircuitry, but the Introduction to Circuitry lab takes place well before the actual integration of theproject with course skills. Project 1 took place during the spring of 2022 and was comprised of awindmill generation system. The circuitry utilized in this project includes a basic resistor for thegenerative load along with a basic voltage measurement of this output. There is also a proximitysensor circuit that is used as a tachometer to measure the rotational speed of the windmill.Project 2 took place during the 2023 spring semester and was comprised of a water filtrationsystem. This project also incorporated measurement circuitry to monitor the system but
unwaveringsupport.Introduction and BackgroundFirst-generation college students face many challenges compared to their continuing-generationpeers when pursuing an undergraduate engineering education [1]. First-generation students oftenface additional barriers to success in engineering, like inadequate academic preparation [2], [3], alack of family support [4], and difficulty transitioning to postsecondary education [5], which canlead them to struggle academically [6]. First-generation students must overcome these uniquechallenges in addition to the challenges that are common in the broader population. Thetransition from high school to college not only represents a shift in academic rigor but also asignificant change in the learning environment and culture. In
comprehensively, the undergraduate engineering curriculum should not only besolidly grounded in the fundamentals of engineering but also aim to instill a commitment tolifelong learning in students [1]. It is essential for students to receive exposure to multiple technicaldisciplines so they can broaden their vision of engineering overall [2]. Typically, schools requirestudents to take engineering elective courses outside their primary engineering major, therebyfostering connections with other engineering domains. Electives present an excellent opportunityfor students to showcase their talents, cultivate new interests, and develop additional abilities [3],[4]. Moreover, these elective courses create an environment for students from various
, where the facultymember as a ‘sage on the stage’ and students primarily (often passively) listen to the coursecontent being presented, promotes a lower level of learning and low attention span (withattention level dropping after 10 minutes in a typical 50-minute lecture) and low knowledgeretention [1], [2]. In contrast, active learning techniques, where the instructor is more of a ‘guideon the side’ have been shown to foster a positive learning environment, increase studentengagement, promote communication skills, make the overall learning experience more effectiveand appealing, and improve student grades on summative assessments [3]-[5]. Particularly forindividuals from underrepresented groups, active learning can help close the achievement
transition at a Hispanic-serving institution [1], detailing lessons learned from teachingcybersecurity courses [2], detailing student experiences [3,4] and student adaptation [5] duringthis time, and comparing synchronous and asynchronous delivery of physics courses [6]. Whilethis is not a comprehensive review of recent research on this topic, it does highlight the range ofquestions and topics being investigated.Since 2017 an undergraduate course on microcomputers at the University of Alabama has beendelivered in a traditional face-to-face format (3 sections), online asynchronous format (1sections), and hybrid flipped-class format (3 sections) by the same instructor. For theasynchronous iterations the content was delivered using pre-recorded virtual
graduates should possess upongraduation, including both technical and non-technical competencies [1], [2]. The current pace oftechnological advancement makes lifelong learning vital for engineering graduates. Focusing oncompetency development helps engineering students gain familiarity with the language andprocess, thereby preparing students to identify and intentionally develop necessary competenciesin the future [3]. Additionally, industry expectations for graduates with leadership competencies,incorporating both technical and professional skills [4],[5] continue to increase, driving the needfor engineering-specific leadership development models, frameworks and programs [6].Despite the need for engineering leadership competency development
Professor in the Department of Engineering & Science Education in the College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences at Clemson University. His work focuses on how technology supports knowledge building and transfer in a range of learning environments. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 (WIP) Compiling Resilience: A Study on First-Generation Women Pursuing Computing DegreesIntroductionUnder-representation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) iswell-researched from a range of perspectives yet persists as an issue [1]. Among the women whohave chosen to pursue a STEM degree, many are first-generation college students and
down complexsteps and promote critical thinking when teaching numerical methods. To understand this better, wefocused on the following research questions. 1. How might concept maps help undergraduate students connect knowledge in numerical methods? 2. How might concept maps help undergraduate students connect knowledge about entrepreneurial mindset?BackgroundThroughout the history of education, the use of visual aids and pedagogical tools has been crucial inhelping convey the complex process, making it engaging and accessible for learners. In today's world ofacademics visual tools are used to show thought process, designs and also convey various types of data.As engineering students grapple with abstract concepts and complex
education. The purpose ofthis paper is to offer initial insights into the lessons that can be drawn from these funded projects,with the aim of contributing to the theoretical understanding of the institutional transformationapproach to STEM ethics education.In particular, this paper seeks to investigate the following research questions:(1) What motivates researchers to opt for an institutional approach over an individualistic one?(2) What theoretical frameworks do researchers employ to tackle institutional transformation?Finally, this paper will outline how our recently awarded institutional transformation grant canbenefit from these results. We intend to gather data using three major methods: (1) publicsummaries of these projects published on
students to demonstrate understanding on learning targets. The in-classassessments are completed individually, without notes, but students are not penalized for anyincorrect attempts. Each problem is aligned with a specific learning target, and a given learningtarget will appear on multiple understanding checks in order to provide extra opportunities andincrease retention. For every learning target, once students fully and correctly justify theirsolutions twice, they have mastered that learning target. Final grades are then calculated based on the number of (1) learning targets that theyhave shown that they have mastered, (2) class preps earned, (3) homework assignmentscompleted, and (4) writing assignments completed. As mentioned above
type ofmotor(s) they will integrate and operate for their system. There are different types of motors tochoose from and knowing the characteristics of each motor type will aide students in sizing theappropriate motor that meet their desired performance requirements, helping students learn howto cooperate in interdisciplinary situations [4]. Allowing students to practice engineeringdecision-making will allow them to digest and absorb scientific knowledge through observationand experimentation [1-3]. For some universities, lab equipment used to showcase experiments,can be expensive and are unable to leave the laboratory, which can be a huge constraint [1], [3].For instance, the Mechatronics Actuators board developed by Quanser features several
, and ill-structured problems (i.e., design problems) in the workplace. One of the mostimportant ones is representational fluency, which is defined as the practices and skillsassociated with creating, using, interpreting, and translating among multiple externalrepresentations [1], [2], [3], [4], [5] such as diagrams, sketches, mathematical expression,simulations, physical models, etc. Some argue that engineers' work is all about usingrepresentations in a sociotechnical context [6], [7]. Engineers' representational fluency allowsthem to reason with external representations, share a common understanding of the designsituation, collaborate, and communicate ideas [1], [8], [9]. Furthermore, representations areessential when working on design
research also involves autonomous motivation, self-regulated learning, technology adoption, and learning analytics adoption. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Introduction Humans have a long history of striving to better understand the natural world. Theknowledge accumulated is then frequently leveraged to develop new ideas yet to be tested andnew mechanisms for the benefit of human welfare. Humans accomplish extraordinary feats butsolving today’s complex problems require specialized learning and time. In the modern world,these types of problems are increasingly common and solving them quickly is becomingincreasingly important [1]. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been increasingly
sustainability efforts within her campus, she is also actively involved in Outreach programs regarding service and mentorship in the community. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 WIP: Creating Recycled Products to Incorporate Sustainability Projects in the Undergraduate Chemical Engineering LaboratoriesBackground and MotivationThe core purpose of the University of Texas at Austin is to transform lives for the benefit ofsociety [1]. This purpose entails a commitment to the continuous advancement of ourcommunities through research and innovation. Our research motivation stems from this purpose.We believe this commitment must involve the creation of
(e.g., engineering, engineering education, psychology) [1],[2], [3]. Each of these disciplines have their own norms around the generation, expression, andapplication of knowledge. It is important that these teams are able to navigate differences inthinking. Failure to acknowledge, address, and integrate these differences can lead to tensionsthat negatively impact their ability to have their desired impact. A team’s norms and approachesaround the generation, expression, and application of knowledge define their epistemic culture[4]. A team’s epistemic culture affects all aspects of the research process: the types of questionsthey answer, knowledge they generate, knowers they recognize, and knowledge they share.Existing work across Team Science
13485:2016 Quality Management Systems. Similar to many institutions,incorporation of this standard into the curriculum has fulfilled the ABET requirement that aculminating major engineering design experience incorporates appropriate engineering standardsand multiple constraints [1]. Indeed, a large proportion of our students pursuing industry jobsupon graduation find roles as Quality Engineers utilizing the knowledge from this course andstandard. While ISO 13485 is of the utmost importance for our students entering the medicaldevice industry, it is also a relatively poor example of a consensus standard to incorporate intothe technical design or assessment of a new technology. Further, a 2010 survey of medicaldevice manufacturers performed by
2023-2024 accreditation cycle[1]. ASEE has created the Diversity Recognition Program (ADRP) which recognizesengineering schools implementing DEI initiatives [2]. Hofstra’s Engineering school underwentreaccreditation for six programs in the 2023-2024 cycle and participated in the pilot of the DEIcomponents of Criteria 5 and 6. In addition, the university was accorded renewal of Bronzestatus under the ASEE ADRP. The present paper discusses the plans and assessments utilized toreach these goals.The need to address DEI in the region where the university resides is critical in the attraction andretention of students to engineering. The region is a diverse metropolitan area in which thestudent body reflects the diversity. In addition, the
-in-Progress: Effect of Instructional Practices on Students' Engagement and Performance – A Study DesignAbstract Prior research has focused on examining the effectiveness of student-centered instructionalpractices in conceptually hard STEM courses. However, the effectiveness was measured mainlyby comparing the improvements in students' learning outcomes in new practice against thetraditional approach. Since instructional practices are at the heart of effective teaching, a lack ofstudent-based investigation may lead to critical but often neglected research dimensions. Thesedimensions include: 1) Understanding students' perceptions of new practices. 2) real-timeaccounts of class that could influence students' perceptions 3
this collaborative work is to develop asystematic assessment method to measure how the experimental module is perceived by highschools. In subsequent iterations of the summer program, a pre-and post-module survey will beadministered to gauge the understanding of important fluid mechanics concepts such as pressuredrop, friction, flow rate, and others, as well as to assess the ability of the mini fluid flow moduleto have students considering ChE as one of their prospective majors in college. 1. JUSTIFICATIONChemical engineering (ChE) is among the first five engineering disciplines with the highestnumber of awarded bachelor’s degrees in the United States, with approximately 11,148 degreesas of 2019. This was the result of the approximately
effectiveness[1], [2], [3], [4], [5]. These explorations have contributed profoundly to reshaping ourunderstanding of instructional methods and approaches, emphasizing the need for diverse andadaptive teaching strategies. A notable contribution by Johnson and Johnson [4] highlights theeffectiveness of cooperative learning, where students work in small groups to achieve learninggoals, demonstrating improvements in academic achievement and interpersonal relationships.Furthermore, research by [6] on concept mapping and learning highlighted the effectiveness ofthis approach in improving student comprehension and retention of complex concepts. Nesbit andAdesope [6] emphasized the importance of integrating cognitive theories and technology-enhanced tools in
” that may marginalizequeer students from the perspective that engineering classrooms and pedagogies can bedehumanizing. I will have the students answer an informational questionnaire, which will includeprompts that may “provoke” them by comparing their current learning experiences with theexperiences that could occur with engaged pedagogy as the teaching philosophy. Thequestionnaire will primarily consist of open-ended questions, with each question being paired toask about their current experiences alongside hypothetical learning environments. This approachcan get them to reflect on their current experiences. Example questions are shown below.Think back to your time in the engineering courses you have taken so far: 1. Share a learning moment
the K-12 setting, withSTEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) initiatives continuing to proliferatein schools nationally and internationally [1], [2], [3]. The integration of the arts and engineeringin the higher education context has been more limited. However, in recent years, universities havestarted to explore how the arts could be integrated into engineering through various initiatives [4],[5]. Some other examples include co-curricular events (i.e., the Annual Art/Engineering ProjectShowcase at the University of Florida), endowed institutes (i.e., the Krenicki Arts and EngineeringInstitute at the University of Connecticut), and interdisciplinary degree programs (i.e., theIntercollege Degree in Colleges of Engineering and
: Understanding Differential Experiences of Identity in Computing Environments Using a Computing Privilege InventoryIntroductionThe purpose of this work-in-progress research paper is to outline the development and initialassessment of a tool designed to measure privilege within academic and professional computingenvironments. The computing industry has grappled with diversity gaps and equity issues fordecades [1], [2], [3]. While some progress has been made, women, racial/ethnic minorities,LGBTQ+ people, those with disabilities, and working-class individuals remain underrepresented[4]. Peggy McIntosh’s conception of unseen privileges might provide insight into therepresentation disparities in computing. In her pivotal article “White Privilege
innovative approach combines engineering skillsets with the three C's –curiosity, connections, and creating value [1]. By implementing EM into engineering education,students are provided with opportunities to make a meaningful impact through their designs,fostering a holistic and forward-thinking approach to their learning experience [1].In collaboration with KEEN, two universities recently added EM elements to their existing first-year engineering courses and the learning outcomes were assessed using student grades. As partof the assessment, student surveys were also collected, and their responses indicatedimprovement in their social curiosity after being exposed to EML [2]. Research fromGrzybowski et al. and Desing et al. showed that integration
interdisciplinary undergraduateresearch program. We interviewed 10 participants, evenly split by gender, of whom four have transitionedto the workforce and describe what they gained from the experience. The findings offer insights intostudent skill development and provide perspectives on the benefits of the experience from recent alumniwho have transitioned to the workforce after participating in the undergraduate research experience.Introduction The 2012 "Engage to Excel" report emphasized the significance of dedicated research projects inenhancing undergraduate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.Supporting this idea, initiatives aim to increase active learning while decreasing reliance on traditionallectures [1
(Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, AmericanSociety for Engineering Education, American Society of Civil Engineers, AmericanSociety of Mechanical Engineers, American Institute of Chemical Engineers, AmericanInstitute of Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers) and National Council ofExaminers for Engineering and Surveying. ABET’s mission is to set standards againstwhich professional engineers in the United States were held for licensure and focus onstudent experience (1). The National Society of Professional Engineers describeslicensure as the credentials to earn client’s trust and states that only engineers withProfessional Engineer (PE) license have the authority to sign and seal engineeringplans. (2). While engineers earn
experiences faced by Asian engineering students in postsecondary education?• RQ2: Which theoretical frameworks have been employed in studies investigating discriminatory experiences faced by Asian engineering students in postsecondary education? Methods We employed a five-stage framework as proposed by Arksey & O’Malley (2005)for this scoping review: 1) identifying the research questions, 2) identifying relevantstudies, 3) selecting studies, 4) charting the data and 5) collating, summarizing, andreporting the results.Identifying Relevant Studies Holistically, the scope of our study, as highlighted by our research questions RQ1and RQ2, incorporates the research landscape surrounding