Conference Session

Springfield's STEM Spectacle: Evaluating Engineering Excellence, D'oh!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward Collins, Non-profit; Rochelle L Williams, Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

,opportunities for economic mobility. However, there is a pressing need to attractunderrepresented minority and first-generation college students to STEM disciplines, as currentrepresentation from these groups remains low [1]. An obstacle to the production of STEMgraduates in the United States is the challenge to develop students' interest in math and science[2]. In many K–12 systems, there is a disconnect between math, science, and other disciplines, tothe real world and students often fail to recognize the links between their studies and potentialSTEM careers [2].One way to foster students' interest in math and science is to use informal learning to connectthese subjects to real-world contexts and careers [2]. By engaging students and teachers

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Programming Education 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Timothy James, Purdue University; Alejandra J. Magana, Purdue University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

exercises immediately.The purpose of this work is to attempt to understand the effect of additional examples andexplanation in an online, free, voluntary, online, asynchronous Python programming course toimprove student learning and engagement with the material.1. IntroductionThere is high demand for software developers, and this leads to demand for education related tosoftware development. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to learn these skills – especiallyprogramming and how to effectively use a programming language. This can be even morechallenging in a free, online environment where students have not paid to participate and are notbound by the threat of failure on their permanent record. Students must be self-directed and wellsupported in

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Special Session: Engineering Leadership—The Courage to Change

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Renee M. Desing, University of Washington; Cathryne Jordan, University of Washington; Arron Corey Clay, University of Washington; Joyce Yen, University of Washington; Ali Cho, University of Washington; Robin Neal Clayton, University of Washington; Karen Thomas-Brown, University of Washington

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Diversity

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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

Diverse Environments: A Work in ProgressIntroductionHistorically, engineering education has focused on technical skill development [1], where non-technical skills such as teamwork, communication, leadership, and social responsibility havebeen emphasized only recently to ensure engineers are being educated holistically [2].Furthermore, while historically marginalized groups remain underrepresented in engineering, thefield is starting to see growth in diversity [3]. Aligned with this newer focus on preparing holisticengineers for a professional engineering environment and the growth of diversity within thefield, ABET updated their student outcomes in 2019 to include an outcome specifically dedicatedto effectively

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Faculty Development Division (FDD) Technical Session 10

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Torrie A. Cropps, The University of Texas at Dallas; Jue Wu, University of California, Berkeley; Samara Rose Boyle; Canek Moises Luna Phillips, Rice University; Stephen P. Mattingly, The University of Texas at Arlington; Yvette E. Pearson P.E., The University of Texas at Dallas

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Diversity

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Faculty Development Division (FDD)

faculty positions. For the second phase, we invited surveyparticipants who indicated interest in answering follow up questions to participate in individualinterviews.Data CollectionIn this study, we focused on survey questions pertaining to applicant qualifications with andwithout DEI-related constructs. We were interested in examining those that centered aroundimportant aspects of faculty job responsibilities – teaching, research, and service. We askedparticipants: How would you rank the relative importance of each of the following applicantqualifications for an entry-level faculty position in your department? Consider 1 as mostimportant and 7 as least important, relative only to the items listed. We asked this questionseparately for when

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Flaming Moe's Influence: Bio-Inspired STEM Explorations, Hot Stuff!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jin Yong Kim, University of Michigan; Szu-Tung Chen, University of Michigan; Jacqueline Hannan, University of Michigan; Hannah Larson, University of Michigan; Hyesun Chung, University of Michigan; Tisha Jain, University of Michigan; Maria Fields; Sheryl S Ulin, University of Michigan; Leia Stirling, University of Michigan; X. Jessie Yang, University of Michigan

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

. More summercamps should be hosted on various engineering topics, to broaden access to hands-on activitiesthat provide enriching learning experiences to diverse student populations and encourage studentinterest in engineering and related fields.Keywords - STEM engagement, Engineering Education, Women in Science and Engineering,Industrial Engineering, Human Factors EngineeringIntroduction In Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education, fosteringdiversity and inclusion has been an important educational goal for institutions for many years[1]. Historically, women have been underrepresented in STEM disciplines, creating a lack ofrepresentation and overall diversity [2]. In 2019, the National Science Board (NSB

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Diverse Pathways: Exploring Inclusive Practices and Outreach in Engineering Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lexy Chiwete Arinze, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Jacqueline E McDermott, Purdue University at West Lafayette; Janet M Beagle

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

programs play a pivotal role in nurturing the personal and professional developmentof students. Initiatives such as the UMBC Meyerhoff Scholars [1], Louis Stokes Alliances forMinority Participation (LSAMP) [2], McNair Scholars [3], and GradTrack Scholars [4], [5],programs exist to prepare undergraduate students for graduate school. The GradTrack Scholarsprogram is a comparatively new initiative, and it has evolved over the past 3 years to establishitself as a strong virtual mentoring program committed to the preparation of undergraduate studentsfor graduate school [4]. While GradTrack has demonstrated positive impacts on participants’preparation for the graduate application process, the question remains: what impact doesGradTrack have on

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 7

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xiuhao Ding, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Meghana Gopannagari, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Kang Sun, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Alan Tao, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Delu Louis Zhao; Sujit Varadhan, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Bobbi Lee Battleson Hardy, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; David Dalpiaz, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Chrysafis Vogiatzis, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Lawrence Angrave, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Hongye Liu, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

’ responses across educational research interests of effectiveness, satisfaction, and qualityof education materials. The paper will present these results and discuss the implications of ourfindings and conclusions.IntroductionWhile open-ended questions in survey studies are very valuable in providing authentic andnuanced insights toward the respondents’ opinions, it’s often challenging to analyze suchquestions in large quantities. Not only the time and cost required in large open-ended questions’analysis make it difficult for researchers, but also the complexity of such free text posessignificant difficulties [1]. For example, qualitative analyses need to consider factors such asmultiple data formats, contextual requirement for interpretation

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First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 6: Equity, Inclusion, and Access

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Qudsia Tahmina, The Ohio State University, Marion

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

PAPERSThe First-Year Programs Division (FPD) seeks paper and workshop proposals on topics related to FPD’s primaryobjective: scholarly work relating to educational activities associated with first-year engineering students, includingfreshmen and transfer students. Topics/themes of interest include, but are not limited to, those listed in Table 1.Table 1. Topics/themes of interest for First-Year Programs Division [1]. Topic Call for Papers Themes Research Advances in engineering education research as it applies to the first-year experience; Innovation Innovative approaches to first-year engineering education; Assessment Pedagogical strategies for first-year learning objectives, ABET accreditation requirements

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 7

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Neha B. Raikar, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Nilanjan Banerjee

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

reducing bias and enhancing academic integrity. The systemwas piloted in undergraduate chemical engineering courses, providing initial evidence of itsviability. Through a comprehensive analysis comparing student outcomes under traditional andanonymous grading methods, the study seeks to empirically validate the effectiveness ofanonymous grading in improving student performance and psychological well-being,contributing to the development of more equitable educational practices.IntroductionAcademic evaluation has traditionally been dominated by exams and quizzes. While widelyused, these conventional approaches have come under scrutiny for their potential to perpetuateimplicit biases. Among these, the halo and horn effects [1][2] stand out, where an

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Research Investigations in the Context of Design Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Corey James Kado, Florida Polytechnic University; Elisabeth Kames, Florida Polytechnic University

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

is also included as additional insight into the results obtained quantitatively.ResultsThe authors measured the students’ team effectiveness using the CATME survey directly beforethe project requirement was changed, and at the end of the project but before the projects weretested and grades were assigned. The CATME survey measures the students’ perceptions ofthemselves and their team members with respect to five different categories: contributing to theteam’s work, interacting with teammates, keeping the team on track, expecting quality, and havingrelevant KSAs (knowledge, skills, and abilities). In addition, the CATME survey requires studentsto answer the following questions with respect to the individual: 1. I would gladly work with

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eileen Fong, Nanyang Technological University; Ibrahim H. Yeter, Nanyang Technological University; Shamita Venkatesh, Nanyang Technological University

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

themes. Both sets of codeswere compared, and similar codes were grouped and re-titled based on coding themes. Inter-rateragreement was reached during the analysis.Results and DiscussionPreliminary analysis suggested eight emergent themes: (1) problem-solving, (2) transferability ofknowledge, (3) ethical consciousness, (4) sustainability, (5) self-efficacy, (6) knowledge,information, and literacy, (7) gaps and improvements, and (8) misconceptions. Table 1 shows thethemes and examples of participant responses for each theme. The frequencies of codes relatedto each theme are also provided. Of the total number of codes generated for each theme, thenumber of codes generated by males (M) and females (F) are also shown.Table 1. Themes and examples of

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First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 5: Identity & Belonging

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Javeed Kittur, University of Oklahoma; Moses Olayemi, University of Oklahoma; Tierney Harvey, University of Oklahoma; Haley Taffe, University of Oklahoma

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

), we focus on the potential of leveraging the CPPs as a way to increase students’ self-efficacy, persistence within engineering, and sense of belonging. This study addresses thefollowing research question, “What factors influence first-year engineering students’ perceptionsof their engineering self-efficacy, design self-efficacy, intentions to persist, and sense of belongingthrough the application of community-partnered projects?”Methods1. Development of the Survey InstrumentThe survey instrument was developed during the fall of 2023 by an undergraduate student andthree faculty members. The instrument included a total of six scales (please refer Table 1). Thesurvey instrument measures the perceptions of first-year engineering students

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karina Ivette Vielma, University of Texas at San Antonio; Robin Lynn Nelson, University of Texas at San Antonio; JoAnn Browning P.E., The University of Texas at San Antonio

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Diversity

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

undergraduatesfrom marginalized groups in engineering and to undergraduates who may not have the resourcesduring the academic year to participate in research at their institutions. Students are selectedusing holistic measures by each of the sites. The curriculum for the summer program aims tofoster self-efficacy in research through (1) participation in authentic research work, (2) facultyand experienced graduate student researcher mentoring, and (3) community building across thenatural hazards engineering and research communities.Students meet weekly through virtual means to discuss their research progress, address anychallenges, and discuss the rhetoric of scholarly publications and other activities. REU studentsalso participate in career development

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 22

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohammad Faraz Sajawal, University of Oklahoma; Javeed Kittur, University of Oklahoma

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

, ChatGPT may be susceptible to security flaws that could result in databreaches and the disclosure of students' private information.In a parallel study, a survey instrument is designed and developed to assess engineering students’perceptions on the use of ChatGPT. This study aims at answering the following research question,‘How do students housed in engineering programs perceive the use of ChatGPT’? To answer thisresearch question, a survey instrument was designed with a few open-ended questions, and thesurvey instrument also collected participants’ demographic information. The open-ended questionsincluded in the survey are (1) Describe the different words (as many as you can) that come to yourmind when you think about ChatGPT? (2) How do you see

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Institutional inclusion: Advancing equity and belongingness in engineering education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kassandra Fernandez, University of Florida; Krista Dulany Chisholm, University of Florida; Nancy Ruzycki, University of Florida

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Diversity

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Culture & Social Justice in Education Division (EQUITY), Equity

Organizations in Higher Education through a Critical LensAbstractIn this critical theory review paper, the researcher seeks to 1) reveal the current landscape of theresearch literature on science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine (STEMM)mentorship that occurs within student organizations at institutions of higher education, 2)determine if the mentorship described in these articles exemplify critical mentorship as defined inthe literature, and 3) determine if the addition of critical mentorship components adds value,defined here as a synergistic effect, for STEMM students who serve as mentors or mentees throughtheir student organizations. As the intersection of STEMM mentorship and student organizationsat institutions

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Learning through Instrumentation: Experiences and Applications

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Abhijit Nagchaudhuri, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Jackson Mitchell Cuppett, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Dave Akin, University of Maryland, College Park; Urjit Korok Chakraborty, James M. Bennett High School; Lance C. Ward, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Parker Wilson, University of Maryland, Eastern Shore; Mason Alexander Morgan; Rahul Vishnoi, University of Maryland, College Park; Romeo Gabriel Perlstein, University of Maryland, College Park

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Instrumentation Division (INST)

institution. The exchange program culminates ina summer research symposium where the students present their work [1].The “Autonomous Instrumented Robotic Sensory Platforms to Advance Creativity and EngageStudents” (AIRSPACES) project led by the principal author at UMES leverages the SEIP platformand integrates its scope within its framework. The AIRSPACES project is also funded by MDSGCannually to engage UMES engineering and other STEM students in hands-on out-of-classroommultidisciplinary team projects throughout the year [2-4]. The UMES-UMD ( University ofMaryland College Park) collaborative project titled “DREAM: Developing Robotic Explorationsusing Agrobots and Moonbots” builds on the foundation provided by the AIRSPACES project andexpands its

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Engineering, Ethics, and Leadership

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

B. Michael Aucoin P.E., Texas A&M University; Zhendi Zhang, Texas A&M University; Miles O. Dodd, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS), Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD)

done on these topics. We conclude the paper witha discussion and recommendations for future work.IntroductionWhile generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) first became available for widespread use in late 2022(in the form of OpenAI’s ChatGPT platform), this milestone is the latest in a long march ofincreasingly sophisticated developments in harnessing computational power [1] for a variety ofapplications. For this paper, we will generally address how computational power and the use of datais increasingly impacting the practice of leadership. We will speak broadly to the impact of big dataand more specifically to Gen AI, but all under the umbrella term of data-enhanced leadership. Weuse this phrase to capture the phenomenon that

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 27

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aturika Bhatnagar, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Prateek Shekhar, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Jeffrey Stransky, New Jersey Institute of Technology

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

system isviewed by social cognition theory as a discrete collection of self-beliefs connected to multiplefunctional domains rather than as an all-encompassing characteristic. Comparative researchdemonstrates that motivation and action are well predicted by domain-linked assessments ofperceived efficacy [1]. An individual’s awareness to apply these abilities when faced with a taskor situation is described as self-efficacy. This perception, whether precise or not, portrays one’scapability to coordinate their cognitive, physical, and emotional abilities to achieve the goals ofthe task [2]. According to research, entrepreneurial self-efficacy (ESE) is a significant predictor ofentrepreneurial interest [3] – [5]. As such, ESE provides critical

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emmabeth Parrish Vaughn, Austin Peay State University; Steven Warth, Austin Peay State University; Bobette Bouton, Austin Peay State University

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D)

with specific outreach goals. Ultimately, the varied learning, social, and logicalmodels being used to shape engineering and physics outreach which can aid in programtransferability are showcased along with how pedagogical theories can advance the goals ofengineering and physics outreach programs.Introduction Motivated by a desire to introduce new solvers into the world, there is a national push toincrease the number of students pursuing and obtaining science, technology, engineering, andmathematic degrees. University-driven outreach to preschool through 12th grade students is oneway to encourage this next generation. Outreach programs exist from single day events [1] toweek long summer camps, to more continuous STEM clubs [2]. Many

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Empathy, Psychological Safety, and Leadership in Engineering Design

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jenn Campbell, University of Arkansas; Heather Maiirhe Caruso, University of California, Los Angeles; Leidy Klotz

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

-test in R to compare team-level psychological safety between the treatment and control teams and found no statisticallysignificant difference. Our findings suggest that our intervention either did not work or oursample size was too small to detect the effect of the intervention. We conclude by assessing whythe intervention may not have worked and by outlining next steps for this line of work.1.0 Motivation and backgroundPsychological safety has been defined as the “shared belief that a team is safe for interpersonalrisk-taking” [1, p. 354]. Individuals on a team with high psychological safety feel comfortablebeing themselves, making mistakes, sharing ideas, and admitting failures [1], [2]. Prior researchon psychological safety on engineering

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Animesh Paul, University of Georgia; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl; Racheida S Lewis, University of Georgia; Lilianny Virguez, University of Florida; Krishna Pakala, Boise State University; Debarati Basu, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

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International Division (INTL)

into practice. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 WIP -Exploring and Expanding Support for International Students in Engineering: Faculty Reflections Beyond Academic BoundariesAbstractExpanding on our previous work [1], this research delves into self-reflection among engineeringfaculty members who were international students. Our primary objective is to extend learningfrom using an autoethnographic lens to understand the experiences of faculty members who wereonce international students themselves, towards the development of a research study tounderstand how (if at all) faculty members in the United States address the unique needs of theinternational student community.The Challenge and

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 9

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rackan Sami Mansour, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Osama Desouky, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Marwa AbdelGawad, Texas A&M University at Qatar

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

as a collaborative tool in a rapidly evolving academic environment.IntroductionThe field of engineering education is witnessing a transformative era with the advent of user-friendly Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools [1] [2] [3]. The introduction of this shift into mechanicalengineering and material science disciplines could significantly enhance traditional instructionalmethods, leveraging the vast capabilities of AI [4] [5]. The integration of AI tools like GPT-4 andDALL·E 3 represents a pioneering effort in this direction [1]. This paper aims to explore anddocument the impact of AI on the pedagogical landscape of material science education.At the core, this study investigates how AI tools can aid in the creation of student assessments

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Technology Integration in Manufacturing Curriculum

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Krzysztof Kamil Jarosz, Rochester Institute of Technology; Yan-Ting Chen, Rochester Institute of Technology; Trisha Gard-Thompson, Rochester Institute of Technology; Mark Davis, Rochester Institute of Technology; Yunbo Zhang, Rochester Institute of Technology; Rui Liu, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

also to identify key differences between machinist traineeswho exhibit no underlying hearing problems and ones who are deaf/hard of hearing. The findingsof this work provide valuable takeaways concerning machinists with hearing loss, revealing littleto no effect of hearing impairment on trainee performance, alleviating concerns about potentialperformance weaknesses. The outcomes from this study have shown that trainee experience seemsto relate directly to machining proficiency, regardless of hearing impairment.2. Introduction2.1 Background Estimates from the Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP) indicate that fewerthan 1 in 20 Americans are currently deaf or hard of hearing [1]. However, Only 53.3% of deafpeople ages 25-64

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Empowering Marginalized Voices in STEM: Perspectives and Initiatives

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rubaya Rahat, Florida International University; Mohamed ElZomor P.E., Florida International University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

marginalizedarchitecture/engineering/construction (AEC) students about incorporating equity considerationswhile developing sustainable and resilient infrastructures. For this study, the relevantunderrepresented populations are African American, Hispanic American, and Native American. Itis imperative to investigate how engineering graduate students including students frommarginalized communities understand the connections between social justice and theinfrastructure systems, given the growing importance of these concerns in our society. The studyaims to address the following research objectives: (1) Understand the level of awareness of AECmarginalized students about societal inequalities within resilient infrastructure systems; (2)Highlight the perceptions

Conference Session

Learning Mechanics through Visual and Tactile Modalities

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarira Motaref, University of Connecticut

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Diversity

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Mechanics Division (MECHS)

ofexperiential learning empowers students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios,thereby deepening their comprehension of complex engineering concepts [1]. This approacheffectively bridges the gap between theory and practice.To cater to diverse learning preferences, facilitate visualization, promote real-world applications,and implement experiential learning, a variety of methods have been integrated over the pastdecade in this course. These methods include augmented reality (AR), discussions using real-world example pictures, and interactions with physical models—both through studentengagement and instructor demonstrations.Research has indicated that some students may not fully demonstrate their learning within theconstraints of

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Empowering Marginalized Voices in STEM: Perspectives and Initiatives

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ulises Juan Trujillo Garcia, Arizona State University

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Diversity

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Minorities in Engineering Division(MIND)

Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), which is a federally funded program that assistschildren of migratory families during their first year of college. The survey was created from twoprior validated instruments on funds of knowledge and community cultural wealth. A total of 108undergraduate migratory students in STEM fields who were either previously or currentlyassociated with CAMP responded to the survey. Exploratory and confirmatory factor analyseswere used to confirm the underlying theoretical relationships between the survey items and thepredicted constructs. Results supported a two latent construct model with six items that make upthe instrument: 1.) knowledge/experience outside of school and 2.) social networks in the form ofneighborhood

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD) Technical Session 4

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah G. Park, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Monica Carroll, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Lucy Marie Alice Esteve, Duke University; Karnika Singh, Duke University

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Engineering Libraries Division (ELD)

reviews are a type of literature review that takes a systematic approach to search,review, and synthesis of information on a defined topic. A well-designed review will achieve“exhaustive and comprehensive searching”[1] for relevant evidence while minimizing selectionbias. As the volume of scientific publications has surged exponentially over the past severaldecades [2], with a recent study showing that the number of publications in the Physical andTechnical Sciences doubles every 11.9 years [3], the need for systematic reviews to collate andsynthesize all this research has become critical. The general field of engineering has seen the risein published research review papers that many other fields have seen recently [4-6]. Conversely,performing

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 10: Curricular & Program Design

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Benito Mendoza, New York City College of Technology; Angran Xiao, New York City College of Technology; Muhammad Ummy, New York City College of Technology

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Diversity

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

confidence.1. IntroductionChoosing a major is a pivotal decision in a student's academic journey, setting the course fortheir future career and professional development [1], [2], [3], [4]. Engineering is a cornerstone ofmodern society, driving innovation, solving complex problems, and improving the quality of lifefor people around the globe. As a field of study covering a broad range of disciplines, includingmechanical, electrical, civil, and computer engineering, engineering offers diverse career pathsand opportunities. However, the decision to pursue a major in engineering is not one to be takenlightly, given its rigorous curriculum and the demands of the profession. As a result,understanding engineering as a major is paramount, not only for

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 4

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Autumn R. Deitrick, Pennsylvania State University; Catherine G. P. Berdanier, Pennsylvania State University

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Diversity

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

assess the creative climate of graduate-levelengineering education and account for academia’s complex interpersonal relationships andorganizational structures. Results demonstrate that many of the creative climate dimensions areabsent from research group and classroom environments in graduate-level engineering education.This paper is one of the first to explore engineering graduate students’ perceptions of creativitywithin their academic and research environments and offers implications for how graduate-levelengineering education can better foster creativity.1. Introduction and Review of Relevant LiteratureEngineering is a creative act. At its core, the profession of engineering is focused on developingcreative and novel solutions to complex

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Project/Problem Based Learning (PBL) in Construction Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University; Saeed Rokooei, Mississippi State University; Mohsen Goodarzi, Ball State University; Ali Garshasbi, Mississippi State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, time management, conflicts between members of a teamand intensity of building tasks and fabrication. Overall, design-build as an instructional deliverymode has shown to present merit in conveying construction fundamental knowledge, however,challenges with time and group size seem to impact the overall efficiency of the model.Keywords: Design-build, Instructional Delivery Method, Construction Education, StudentPerceptionIntroductionConstruction education has undergone significant evolution in recent years, responding to theever-changing needs of the construction industry [1], [2], [3]. To adapt to this change,universities and construction programs have developed different approaches in their courseworkand curricula, moving away from traditional