, and wearable sensing.Holly Matto, George Mason University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023 2023 ASEE Southeast Section Conference Supporting creativity and innovation in STEAM undergraduate curriculum through extracurricular hands-on learning Nathalia Peixoto, Linghan Zhang, Padmanabhan Seshaiyer, Holly Matto George Mason University, Fairfax VA 22030Abstract Faculty from several colleges offered an intensive summer program with the objective ofimpacting student engagement in multidisciplinary research activities through specific curiosityand networking. George Mason University funded 10 undergraduate
educators (Lent et al., 2019). Cultural expectations, socioeconomic status, and exposureto specific careers may shape these identities. While many students may be encouraged to pursuecareers that are more stable or familiar, such as those in service or business sectors, STEM careersoften remain outside of their consideration due to limited exposure, lack of role models, and the Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright 2025, American Society for Engineering Education 3perceived difficulty of these
10 0 <2016 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 Year of High School GraduationFigure 3: Distribution of student year of high school graduation (N = 137) 6 Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering EducationCourse performance results:During the study, 33 students withdrew from the course (3/20 from the “AP”, 7/36 from the
line . 10.18260/1-2--3447116 Wang, C., & Frye, M., & Nair, S. (2019, April), The Practices of Play and Informal Learning in the miniGEMS STEAM Camp Paper presented at 2018 Gulf Southwest Section Conference, AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center, Austin, TX 78705. https://peer.asee.org/3155717 Wright, G., & Hacking, K. (2014, June), Using ROVs to Teach a Blended STEM Curriculum Paper presented at 2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Indianapolis, Indiana. 10.18260/1-2—2327518 Mason Operational Risk Management, “University Camps Emergency Operations Plan,” https://risk.gmu.edu/university-camps-emergency-operations-plan/, March, 2021.19 RoboNation, “SeaPerch Build Manual,” https
connection to industry. This paper reviews theactions taken to develop this culture based on the four essential areas of change. It also providesinsights on lessons learned thus far and plans to reach long term goals in the coming years.IntroductionIn 2017, the Mechanical Engineering Department at Seattle University was awarded a NationalScience Foundation grant to revolutionize the department. The project leverages thedepartment’s small size and close ties with industry to create a culture of “Engineering withEngineers.”This paper summaries the current status of the five-year project and is an updated version of theNSF Grantees Poster papers presented at the 2018 and 2019 ASEE Annual Conferences [1], [2].The project background and objective are
fluid mechanics course duringspring semesters from 2019-2022 were asked about their perceptions on the impact in theirprofessional preparation of a semester-long multidisciplinary service-learning assignment. Thispaper evaluates their current perceived impact of the assignment (long-term impact) and whetherit might have changed from when they took the course (short-term impact). A survey was sent toall former students who went through the course and participated in the assignment, with a61.64% return rate. The survey included questions about how well they remembered theassignment (some of the students were involved in it 4 years prior to completing this survey), therelevance of the project in terms of their professional preparation, how it
enhance learning in undergraduate kinematic and dynamic of machinery course,” presented at the 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Columbus, OH, June 25-28, 2017. Paper ID: 27600.[15] J. A. Nestor, “From microelectronics to making: Incorporating microelectronics in a first-year engineering course,” in 2017 IEEE International Conference on Microelectronic Systems Education (MSE), Lake Louise, Alberta, CA, May 11-12, 2017, pp. 27–30.[16] SOLIDWORKS. (2019). Dassault Systèmes.[17] LinkedIn Corporation. “Lynda.com”. Online Video Tutorials at Lynda.com. https://www.lynda.com (accessed Apr. 27, 2019).[18] Aleph Objects, Inc., “Lulzbot TAZ6”. https://www.lulzbot.com/store/printers/lulzbot-taz-6 (accessed Apr. 29
health, safety, and welfare even though they are truly qualified. Actions to addressall three of these issues are discussed and progress towards the goal of inclusiveness for adiverse population of ET grads are presented.Background Information - Diversity of Engineering and ETAccording to the National Center for Education Statistics 2019/20 data [1] the diversityamong the nation’s 2-yr institutions is higher than in 4-yr institutions. For example,54.7% of the STEM associate degree graduates were White as compared to the 59.8% ofbachelor degree graduates. Associate degrees in ET prepare graduates for careers wherethey are commonly referred to as technicians. Students also attend 2-yr institutionssometimes earning pre-engineering degrees intended
STEM departments,” Psychol. Women Quart., vol. 39., no. 2, pp. 210-225, 2015.[5] L. Davis and R. Fry, “College faculty have become more racially and ethnically diverse, but remain far less so than students. PEW Research Center, 2019. [On-line]. Available: https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2019/07/31/us-college-faculty-student-diversity/. [ Accessed December 12, 2019].[6] D. F. Zellers, V. M. Howard, and M. A. Barcic, “Faculty mentoring programs: reenvisioning rather than reinventing the wheel,” Rev. Educ. Res., vol. 78, no. 3, pp. 552-588, 2008.[7] J. Roy, “Engineering by the numbers. Engineering college profiles and statistics,” ASEE, 2019.[8] A. J. Jaeger, K. J. Haley, F. D. Ampaw, and J. S. Levin
underrepresented groups in engineering by exploring their experiences, engaging in critical questioning, and offering support. Outside of academic studies, Jameka serves as an ambassador for her department, reviewer for ASEE, and active volunteer for a Columbus STEM non-profit See Brilliance. Jameka has been recognized by her undergraduate institution for her commitment to achieving the vision of the Ronald E. McNair Scholars Program and most recently by her department for her scholarship as a graduate researcher. Jameka strives to be a well-rounded scholar and exhibit her dedication to people and scholarship.Dr. Monica Cox, The Ohio State University Monica F. Cox, Ph.D., is Professor in the Department of Engineering Education
) and Computers in Education (CoED) divisions, and with the Ad Hoc Committee on Interdivisional Cooperation, Interdivisional Town Hall Planning Commit- tee, ASEE Active, and the Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Estell has received multiple ASEE Annual Conference Best Paper awards from the Computers in Education, First-Year Programs, and Design in Engineering Education Divisions. He has also been recognized by ASEE as the recipient of the 2005 Merl K. Miller Award and by the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN) with the 2018 ASEE Best Card Award. Estell received the First-Year Programs Division’s Distinguished Service Award in 2019. Estell currently serves as an ABET Commissioner and as a
and Exposition, Conference Proceedings, 2011. [8] K. Meah, D. Hake, and S. D. Wilkerson, “A multidisciplinary capstone design project to satisfy abet student outcomes,” Education Research International, vol. 2020, 2020. [9] K. Jaeger-Helton, B. Smyser, and H. McManus, “Capstone prepares engineers for the real world, right? abet outcomes and student perceptions,” in 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. ASEE, 2019.[10] R. M. Felder and R. Brent, Teaching and learning STEM: A practical guide. John Wiley & Sons, 2016.[11] M. B. Beigpourian, M. Ohland, and D. Ferguson, “The influence of percentage of female or international students on the psy-chological safety of team,” in American Society for Engineering
, findings, conclusions andrecommendations expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views ofthe National Science Foundation.References[1] J. Roy, Engineering by the numbers. Engineering College Profiles & Statistics ASEE, 2019.[2] N. Dlodlo and R. N. Beyers, “The experience of girls in a fabrication engineering environment,” Gender Technol. Develop., vol. 13, no. 1, pp. 127-135, 2009.[3] APS Physics, Bachelor’s degrees earned by African Americans, by major. https://www.aps.org/programs/education/statistics/aamajors.cfm accessed Nov 24, 2019.[4] A. A. Bergerson, B. K. Hotchkins, and C. Furse, “Outreach and identity development: new perspectives on college student persistence,” J. College Stud. Retention, vol
with varying levels of diversity by a matrix of factors(i.e., gender identity, race/ethnicity, international student status, and disability status). We alsointerviewed students who had large shifts in their attitudes about teaming and diversity orbelonging during the semester. We interviewed a total of 36 students. Interviews and surveycollection transpired from 2016-2019 across three different sites. At the first two sites, weconducted two 60-90 minute semi-structured interviews with each participant. The first interviewprotocol delved into students’ backgrounds, beliefs, and approaches to teaming. The secondinterview protocol focused on particular teaming experiences and interpersonal interactionsoccurring in their first-year engineering
participating in teaching, scholarship and service to the department. Dr. Stiner-Jones recently won funding for the College’s first National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Undergraduates SITE program. She and her co-investigators aim to pro- vide students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds with a 10-week research immersion and prepare them for graduate school. She is the recipient of the 2018 College of Engineering Faculty Diver- sity Excellence Award for achievements that support the College’s goal of excellence through diversity and inclusion. She and her co-author are the recipients of the 2019 Best Paper and Best Diversity Paper Awards from the American Society for Engineering Education for
West Lafayette (COE) Beth Holloway is the Assistant Dean for Diversity and Engagement and the Leah H. Jamieson Director of the Women in Engineering Program (WIEP) in the College of Engineering at Purdue University. She is the current PIC IV Chair of the ASEE Board of Directors. Holloway received B.S. and M.S. degrees in Mechanical Engineering and a Ph.D. in Engineering Education, all from Purdue University.Dr. Theresa A. Maldonado P.E., University of California System Dr. Theresa A. Maldonado is currently serving as Director of the Division of Engineering Education and Centers (EEC) in the Directorate for Engineering. She began her term at NSF in January 2011. Prior to joining NSF, Dr. Maldonado served as Assoc
publishing and attending education her students and if that value can be shared with conferences. Michelle sets a goal of writing a paper others and publishing it at the ASEE annual conference. • complete IRB training now so that she can survey This paper will require a survey of students. students • makes connections with colleagues that can help frame questions • requests funding from an appropriate sourceReferences1. Guo, J., & Santiago, J. M., & Phillips, P. A. (2019) “Combining Flipped Classroom and Integrating
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and First-Year Outcomes of a NSF-Funded Summer ResearchInternship Program to Engage Community College Students in EngineeringResearch”, Proceedings of 2023 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) AnnualConference & Exposition, June 25-28, Baltimore, MD.[5] Z. Jiang, X. Zhang, F. Khalkhal, J. Wong, D. Quintero, Y. Wang, W. Pong, and R. Petrulis(2023). “Strengthening Student Motivation and Resilience through Research andAdvising”, Proceedings of 2023 American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) AnnualConference & Exposition, June 25-28, Baltimore, MD.[6] C. Herrmann, E. Allen, & J., Kamariotis. ‘Transfer Voices: Fall 2019 Transfer StudentSurvey, San Francisco State University’ (2019): Available at:https://ir.sfsu.edu
, and R. Davies, “A Longitudinal Study of Social and Ethical Responsibility Among Undergraduate Engineering Students: Comparing Baseline and Midpoint Survey Results,” presented at the 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2018.[9] D. R. Berg and T. Lee, “Incorporation of Liberal Education into the Engineering Curriculum at a Polytechnic,” presented at the 2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, New Orleans, LA, 2016.[10] D. R. Berg, “Impacts of Engineering: An Introductory Course in Engineering Featuring Social Justice,” engrXiv, Mar. 2019, doi: 10.31224/osf.io/mqwdb.[11] J. A. Leydens and J. C. Lucena, Engineering Justice: Transforming Engineering Education and Practice. Wiley-IEEE Press, 2017.[12] J. Hess, S
foradministrators. Another interesting result is that funding is the greatest barrier faced by allinvolved in primary and secondary CER, regardless of role.Implications. Our findings provides insight into why there is minimal research studying certain 1Gransbury, Heckman, McGill, DeLyser, Rosato ASEE 2024topics and groups. To address these barriers, the CER community can focus on creating materials,workshops, and professional development initiatives to inform researchers about resources as wellas methods for mitigating these barriers.1 IntroductionThe addition of computer science (CS) into primary and secondary schools (K-12) had led to thegrowing field of K-12
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Zhang, Z., Zhang, A., Chang, Y., Esche, S. K.[13] Mester, G., 2016, “Massive open online courses in education of robotics, “Interdisciplinary Description of Complex Systems: INDECS”, Vol. 14, No. 2, pp. 182-187.[14] Weber, R.H. & Weber, R., 2010, “Internet of things (Vol. 12)”, Heidelberg: Springer.[15] Zhang, Z., Zhang, A.S., Zhang, M. and Esche, S.K., 2019, “Project-based robotics courses for the students of mechanical engineering technology”, Proceedings of the 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Tampa, Florida, USA, June 15-19, 2019.[16] Zhang, Z., Zhang, A.S., Zhang, M. and Esche, S.K., 2020, “Project-based courses for B.Tech. program of robotics in mechanical engineering technology”, Computers
public perceives themovement, its demands, and its proposed policy solutions. The “movement framing” theory aidsin analyzing the tweets produced and reshared by public educational institutions.Method A content analysis of university tweets was conducted. Content analysis is a researchmethod used to make replicable and valid inferences by interpreting and coding textual, visualand audio data (Stemler, 2015). The sample institutions were chosen from the top six institutionsawarding bachelor’s degrees to African Americans (ASEE, 2019). Engineering fields typicallyhave challenges in recruiting and retaining African Americans. We found it helpful to researchinstitutions that produce the most significant number of Black engineers in 2019. The
, 1992, doi: 10.1086/229967.[7] M. Emirbayer and A. Mische, "What is agency?," AJS, vol. 103, no. 4, pp. 962-1023, 1998. [Online]. Available: https://www.jstor.org/stable/10.1086/231294.[8] L. M. Martin, "Work in Progress-The Development of Agency in a High School Maker Class: Evidence from Interviews," in 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 2019, doi: 10.18260/1-2--33569.[9] V. Svihla, M. Tucker, and T. Hynson, "What gaze data reveal about material agency: Resilient makers, materials and ideas," Proceedings of FabLearn 2020, 2020, doi: 10.1145/3386201.3386220.[10] L. Forlano, "Posthumanism and design," She Ji: The Journal of Design, Economics, and Innovation, vol. 3, no. 1, pp. 16-29
solving skills. Many researchersand practitioners propose moving from using the acronym STEM to science, technology,engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM). The difference in STEM and STEAM is theinclusion of arts of any kind, aligning artistic creativity with STEM learning. Zimmerman andSprung concluded that motivation and self-confidence in computing for females is increasedwhen they can learn CS in the context of a content area, they are already comfortable with [1].Recognizing this cross-disciplinary connection approach, Mississippi State Universityresearchers in 2014 integrated a physical art component module that enabled girls to designrobots using crafting material, with positive results. In 2019, the team piloted a 4-day camp
, increase persistence rates both within degree programsand into the workforce. The initial study on student beliefs and endorsements wascompleted in 2017 and the video production intervention was piloted in 2018. At the time ofthe 2019 ASEE annual conference, the data analysis on the intervention will be completeand will be presented at the poster session.2. Background Goal-Congruity Theory (GCT) states that people are more likely to pursue a career thataffords the values they endorse (Diekman, 2010). From the perspective of a student, thereare two places that values are important: 1) what values does a student personally holddear? and 2) what opportunities does a student believe a given career provides for? Whenthese two types of values are
revisions were identified to support undergraduate educators inlaunching or revising their own REU sites.Summary of REU Site ActivitiesThree cohorts of undergraduate students participated in our REU at the University of Alabama(UA), with one cohort in each summer of 2019, 2021, and 2022. The program was paused in2020 due to the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. For each summer of the program studentsattended campus in Tuscaloosa, Alabama for 10-weeks of research, professional development,social, and cultural activities. Participants were expected to spend 40 hours per week in programactivities, with approximately 32-35 directly on their research and 5-8 on professionaldevelopment, social, and cultural activities each week.The program activities for
sessions and spotlightpresentations at conferences or similar virtual events that attract technician educators. Theseleadership activities contribute to achieving broader impacts in the ATE Community.References[1] C. K. Pickering, E. L. Craft, and C. VanIngen-Dunn, “The Emerging Impact of Community College Hispanic-Serving Institutions (2-year HSIs) in Educating Technicians in Advanced Technologies – Defining the Opportunities and Addressing the Challenges,” presented at the 2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Jun. 2019, Accessed: Jul. 09, 2019. [Online]. Available: https://peer.asee.org/33389.[2] C. K. Pickering, E. L. Craft, C. VanIngen-Dunn, A. T.- Gallegos, and E. DeWitt, “Emerging Role of 2
/Philosophy of Engineering Division, ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, June 24-27, 2018. [Online]. Available: https://www.asee.org/public/conferences/106/papers/23382/view. [Accessed Dec. 29, 2019].[2] T. Polk, M. Smallwood, J. Sluder, R. Hart and J. Pacheco, “The impact of professional communications training on teamwork and leadership skills,” in Conference proceedings of ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, Columbus, Ohio, USA, June 25-28, 2017. [Online]. Available: https://www.asee.org/public/conferences/78/papers/19974/view. [Accessed May 28, 2021].[3] National Association of Colleges and Employers, “The four career competencies employers value most