- The ability to plan long-term, set goals, and align resources and actions to achieve them. 25 Thought processes It's because I connect theory to practice. I'm not disillusioned in the sense that where persons write these nice papers, and it just reads and goes on the shelf, and no one cares. No, my technique is, I put it in the newspaper. In the papers, I talk about it. I do my speeches about it. I will go to the schools and work with those students in that space. It's theory to practice... I try to create things that teachers or people can appreciate because I think that's one of the limitations of higher ed. We
mentor, who serves as a guideand coach throughout the program. These mentors help scholars build networks, honespecific industry skills, and gain insights into practical engineering challenges.Another cornerstone of the GEES program is its structured mentorship approach, whichaddresses challenges such as low self-confidence and career uncertainty. Each student workswith a mentor to develop an Individual Development Plan (IDP) based on SMART (Strategic,Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound) goals, as proposed by Wosu (2016) [3].The IDP outlines clear steps for skill development, career exploration, and professionalgrowth, making the mentorship relationship goal-driven and supportive. Through regularmentor meetings, GEES scholars
the nature of work inengineering professional settings. In terms of implications, educators need to be mindful of howengineering design courses are planned and would benefit from incorporating mindfulnessepisodes within the lesson when students transition to tasks that require empathy. Thesemindfulness sessions may vary in length and research has shown that short sessions ofmindfulness lead to positive impact and improved self-awareness (Nolte et al., 2022).Making empathy visible in engineeringAlso in the review, scholars have highlighted that discrepancies in the ways we conceptualizeempathy impacts educators’ sense of its utility in their courses. These discrepancies may stemfrom how we understand the purpose of engineering work and the
constructioncurricula, ensuring that graduates are ready to meet the fast-evolving demands of the industry. Proceedings of the 2025 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of Texas at Arlington, Arlington, TX Copyright © 2025, American Society for Engineering Education 3 Literature ReviewThe Evolving Role of AI in the Construction IndustryThe construction industry has embraced digitization at varying degrees of maturity, with artificialAI increasingly recognized as a pivotal driver of innovation in project planning, cost estimation,and quality control (Holzmann & Lechiara, 2022). This
institution. In an odd coincidence, the deathof a non-student then took place at the U.S. East campus a couple of weeks later. The survey was launchedat U.S. East on October 24, which the team believes affected response rates at the sites as well (~5%). Thelaunch of the survey at U.S. Midwest was re-scheduled to the beginning of the Spring 2023 semester, andwas launched on January 23, 2023 with more satisfactory response rates (>10%). For Year 2 of our datacollection, we plan to maintain the different timing for data collection between institutions, but we willensure that for both data collection periods (Fall 2023 for U.S. East, and Spring 2024 for U.S. Midwest) weoffer the survey as early in the semester as possible to maximize response rates
consideration to alternativeperspectives.Human-Centered design was described as vital for ethics and considering the value of designs inrelation to engineering [26, 65]. Contextualizing problems was important for thinking about thebroader impact of designs on others and for finding more inclusive solutions [65, 66]. Oneparticularly creative approach to developing such skills, and thinking about the needs of others,was curricula established around “alien-centered design” [67]. Students were tasked withthinking about “a new, inter-galactic student exchange program planned with students from theplanet Xenos” in two courses. As part of the process, students in one of the courses applied moretraditional design methodogolgies to learn more about their
] • Lack of clarity on tenure/promotion [7], [14] • Higher expectations and less networking [7] • Tenure system structure [19] •Personal concerns 3 Family issues (parental status, childcare, caregiving, household responsibilities, family planning) [5], [14] • Low self-confidence [12]Not specified
competence during study abroad programs. Differentstudies have proved its validity and reliability [36], [37]. Completion of the IDI pre-departure and post-return is part of the curricula for the IEPyear-long study abroad programs. Outgoing students complete the IDI as part of pre-departurepreparations. The results are used by the respective directors to better supervise students in theirintercultural development and problem solve challenges for individual students as they occurduring their time abroad. Returning students complete the IDI as part of their post-study abroaddebriefing and reflection process. The returning cohorts receive group debriefings based on thegroup Intercultural Development Report and Intercultural Development Plan
“how reforms in engineering are taken up in identityproductions” [24, p. 278]. The work described in this current paper focuses on this intersectionbetween a change in pedagogy and students’ engineering identities.Recent research proposes both quantitative and qualitative ways to measure engineering identity.For example, Godwin developed a survey to measure engineering identity, with a focus on threeconstructs: recognition as an engineer, interest in engineering, and performance/competence inengineering [25]. Meyers et al. also used a survey to model engineering identity developmentemploying stage theory [26]. They found that male students, students further in their studies, andstudents with future career plans in engineering are more likely
needs) to social needs(typically considered higher-order, and therefore not as urgent to meet). This is standing withthe notion that metaphysical human needs are just as important as basic physical needs whenconsidering human-centred design in engineering settings.Maps and plans of either district (along with residential listings and form of occupation –domestic or business) were also given to the students, this was to give them an insight on the‘urbanisation’ of either district and of the road networks, to facilitate the designers’understanding of the environmental and cultural scenario/status they are to ‘deal with’.This Human-Centred Designing Task composed of two sections: The first was for thestudents to compare the structural development
stakeholderengagement plan. During that activity, the term CSR was used and discussed, making it an explicit teachingmethod. Students also completed a role play activity where they are asked to take on the role of stakeholdersin a project, such as community member, regulator, consultant, and engineer. Students then debated amining problem and discussed what their needs are. This activity takes a much more implicit approach toCSR. It emphasizes the importance of listening to stakeholders and recognizing their needs, however theterm CSR isn’t explicitly used. Similar role play exercises were used by Professors Edwards and Garcia asa way to teach ethics in their technical courses. Professor Edwards used a more implicit method ofstakeholder mapping, integrating it
in both physical practice(e.g., developing or testing a physical prototype) and/or virtual practice (e.g., developing a CADmodel or drawing). Students in the PRL MCoP often engage in physical and virtual practice;experience ‘it worked’ and ‘it didn’t work’ moments; and revise their knowledge, technique,designs, and manufacturing processes accordingly. For example, consider how Brittany managesthe end of her casting project. With her project due in about two weeks, she has successfully casther major part but realizes a concern. Although she has conferred with CAs and has a plan forfixturing and machining her casting, this will be her first time post-machining, and she is unsurehow it will go. She explains that she normally prefers to ask CAs
, this paperseeks to provide a basic pedagogical framework for the projects presented that can be tailored atthe discretion of the professor to provide students of varying experience levels an equitableapproach to the project while still challenging them to generate knowledge through information-seeking ventures.Project summaryThe chosen approach for content delivery consists of three phases: a theory-based exploration ofthe material, hands-on experimentation, and an evaluation and self-reflection period. The bulk ofthe planning work went into bridging the gap between the theory and the design, so most of thetime in developing this paper was spent in creating this guide. The guide in Appendix I containsfour main modules and several sub-modules
- ducted research for Naval Reactors. He currently serves as the Walter L. Robb director of Engineering Leadership and as a Professor of Practice in SEDTAPP and Engineering Science at Penn State. Erdman has chaired the local Jaycees, Department of Social Services Advisory Council, GE Share Board, and Curling Club; and served on the Human Services Planning Council, United Way, Chamber of Commerce, and Capital Fund Drive Boards of Directors. Erdman has lectured on leadership topics at Penn State and RPI. He served as a recruiter (25 years) for GE and Lockheed Martin, on the Penn State College of Engi- neering Advisory Council, an Alumni Advisory Board, and as the President of the College of Engineering Alumni Society
implementation of a strategic plan for Texas A&M in South America. While at the Office for Latin America Programs, Maria was also responsible for the opening of the Soltis Center in Costa Rica. Maria speaks three languages fluently (Spanish, Portuguese and English) as well as intermediate French. Maria is originally from Brazil and completed her undergrad- uate studies at Lynn University in Florida, where she graduated with honors in Business Administration in 2002. She was part of the tennis team and was the team captain for two years, including the year the team was NCAA National Champion in 2001. She is a December 2003 graduate of the MS-Marketing program at Texas A&M University. And in the Fall of 2009, Maria
-2018.Role Model InterventionsSince research indicated that an important aspect of mentoring was providing inspiration [61],[23], program modifications aimed at providing more opportunities for female engineers to sharepersonal narratives were implemented. In 2016, role models demonstrating engineering-relatedactivities were added for approximately one hour during a STEM-focused public exposition priorto the main IIBI event, and in 2017, additional time (30 minutes total) was carved out of theevent schedule for networking with the role models during the planned activities. In 2017, arelated item was also added to the girls’ survey for cross-validation: “The role models inspiredme to consider a career in engineering or technology”.This need to
Paper ID #15803Robotics in K-12 Formal and Informal Learning Environments: A Review ofLiteratureMr. Nicholas Alexander Bascou, University of Pittsburgh Graduated from the University of Pittsburgh in 2016 with a B.A. in Anthropology and a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry. Research experience includes the use of robotics in K-12 education at the University of Pittsburgh’s Learning Research and Development Center and research into neural pathways involved in the onset and treatment of Schizophrenia at the Anthony Grace Lab at the University of Pittsburgh. Future plans include the pursuit of an M.D. and PhD in biological
reviews each of the demos/videos,discuss how they are incorporated into the class, and describe how to fabricate/procure the demoequipment.1. Introduction In the last few years, there has been an increasing trend in the debate about the pros andcons of active learning in the classroom, and many have moved away from the traditional lectureformat.1 While active learning comes in several forms, most agree that activities that aredesigned to engage the students, pique their interest, and are carefully selected to coordinate andsupplement the lesson plans tend to improve students’ understanding and retention of keyconcepts.1 Although active or experiential learning has been highly promoted as of late, it hasbeen researched for several decades
?id=qmSySHvIy5IC[28] N. C. M. Hartsock, “The Feminist Standpoint: Developing the Ground for a Specifically Feminist Historical Materialism,” in Discovering Reality: Feminist Perspectives on Epistemology, Metaphysics, Methodology, and Philosophy of Science, S. Harding and M. B. Hintikka, Eds., Dordrecht: Springer Netherlands, 1983, pp. 283–310. doi: 10.1007/0-306-48017-4_15.Appendix A - Macroethics lesson plan Learning Objectives: Students will be able to gain confidence and tools to discuss macroethics in aerospace engineering a. Understand that there are a variety of answers b. Understand that positionality and power influence how
hearing all voices prior to decision-making takes time. Dr. Cox was leading this project with several of the “antidotes” to urgency described by Okun, including a commitment to equity and a work plan based on the experience of the people involved [33]. This Dialogue with Dr. Cox completely reshaped my idea of what true collaboration means and forced me to reflect on how often “urgency” got in the way of inclusive collaboration in my past work. I have grown to recognize my impatience when decision-making is taking a “long time” and to challenge the root of that impatience.Embracing differences through Dialogue can help develop accomplice behavior [11]. Workingwith Dr. Cox has challenged Dr. Ita to move