Paper ID #14312Utilization of STEM Tools and Workshops to Promote STEM Education inthe United States and South AfricaDr. Christina L. Carmen, University of Alabama, Huntsville Dr. Carmen obtained a Bachelor of Aerospace Engineering degree as well as a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering degree from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA. While at Ga. Tech she worked with Dr. Warren Strahle, researching solid propellants. She obtained a Doctor of Philos- ophy in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) with a focus upon turbulent combustion modeling. Dr. Carmen is the
Paper ID #25176Do I Belong in a Makerspace?: Investigating Student Belonging and Non-verbal Cues in a University MakerspaceMiss Stefanie A. Hotchkiss, Undergraduate Research AssistantDr. Kimberly Grau Talley P.E., Texas State University Dr. Kimberly G. Talley is an assistant professor in the Department of Engineering Technology, Maker Space Co-Director and Senior Research Fellow for the LBJ Institute for STEM Education and Research at Texas State University, and a licensed Professional Engineer. She received her Ph.D. and M.S.E. from the University of Texas at Austin in Structural Engineering. Her undergraduate degrees in
Accessible Technology housed by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the University of Washington. Her research interests are in the areas of ubiquitous computing and data science. Caspi is interested in ways by which collaborative commons and cooperation can challenge and transform computing disciplines, and in particular, translation and deployment of technology to benefit individuals with disabilities.Dr. Heather A Feldner, University of Washington Department of Rehabilitation Medicine Heather Feldner received her BS in Human Biology and Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Mar- quette University. She has been a practicing pediatric physical therapist for 19 years, and began teaching in the
engineering ethics. Professor Smith holds a PhD in Anthropology and a certificate in Women’s Studies from the University of Michigan and bachelor’s degrees in International Studies, Anthropology and Latin American Studies from Macalester College.Dr. Juan C. Lucena, Colorado School of Mines Juan Lucena is Professor and Director of Humanitarian Engineering Undergraduate Programs and Out- reach at the Engineering, Design & Society Division of the Colorado School of Mines (CSM). Juan obtained a Ph.D. in Science and Technology Studies (STS) from Virginia Tech and a MS in STS and BS in Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). His books include Defending the Nation: U.S
Technology (ABET) include several student outcomes related to contextualcompetence: “c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needswithin realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health andsafety, manufacturability, and sustainability; f) An understanding of professional and ethicalresponsibility; h) The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineeringsolutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context; j) A knowledge ofcontemporary issues” [15]. Several recent studies explored contextual competence inengineering—“the constraints and impacts of social, cultural, environmental, political, and othercontexts on engineering solutions” [7], [8]—but
and the 2005 Quinn Award for experiential learning, and she was 2014-15 Fulbright Scholar in Engineering Education at Dublin Institute of Technology (Ireland)Dr. Kyle F Trenshaw, University of Rochester Kyle Trenshaw is currently the Educational Development Specialist at the University of Rochester’s Cen- ter for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. He received his B.S. in chemical engineering from the University of Missouri in 2009, and his M.S. (2011) and Ph.D. (2014) in chemical engineering from the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. His research interests include science, technology, engineer- ing, and mathematics (STEM) education; supporting diversity in STEM fields with an emphasis on les- bian
Campus study is to address the urgentneed to expand the pool of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) graduates,especially African American, Native American, and Hispanic students. Long-term improvementsin the pipeline of a diverse STEM workforce start with sustaining effective bridge programs thatcan produce more Engineering baccalaureates. To improve retention in Engineering, this studywill conduct academic enrichment programs for racially underrepresented Engineering studentsat three points in their career at the Penn State—entering freshmen, rising sophomores, and risingjuniors. The goals of the study are to (a) increase retention in Engineering among raciallyunderrepresented students in the Penn State system, (b) develop long
, it's hearing that someone would just be totally as lost as I was in an area that I just barely learned, felt very empowering. It's not empowering because you can't do it, but I can. It's empowering because I went from, I have no idea what I'm doing, to just learning how to click three things, which seemed like ancient technology to me just a couple months ago, and now it's just click, click, click, right?Productive pathways Really good family. I feel like they're what's really motivated me to at least stay here and try it out andto engineering then meeting all the people here and doing well, made me feel like I did make a good decision in the
Paper ID #17055The Implementation of Experimental Centric Pedagogy in 13 ECE Programs- The View from Students and InstructorsProf. Kenneth A. Connor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Kenneth Connor is a professor in the Department of Electrical, Computer, and Systems Engineering (ECSE) where he teaches courses on electromagnetics, electronics and instrumentation, plasma physics, electric power, and general engineering. His research involves plasma physics, electromagnetics, photon- ics, biomedical sensors, engineering education, diversity in the engineering workforce, and technology enhanced learning. He learned problem
Paper ID #23985Growing Character Strengths Across BoundariesDr. Peter Golding, University of Texas, El Paso Professor and Engineering Leadership Undergraduate Program Director in the Department of Engineering and Leadership at UTEP, Director for the Center for Research in Engineering and Technology Education, and Provost Faculty Fellow in Residence at the Center for Faculty Leadership and Development at UTEP.Celena Arreola, University of Texas, El Paso Celena Arreola graduated on May 13, 2017 with Bachelors of Science in Engineering Leadership at the University of Texas at El Paso with a concentration in Mathematics and
, and veteran undergraduates in engineering. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 The Methodological Promise of ‘Narrative Inquiry’ for Exploring Student Veteran and Service Member Experience as ‘People in Relation’AbstractStudent veterans and service members (SVSM) represent a significant, yet vastly underutilized,human resource for strengthening and diversifying the nation’s science, technology, engineering,and mathematics (STEM) workforce. It is estimated that, by the year 2020, over 5 million post9/11 service members will have transitioned out of the U. S. Armed Forces. Yet, despiteadvanced technical skills and training and access to unprecedented levels of educational benefits,today’s
and learning innovations into their classroom and assessing their impact. He has regularly published and presented work on a variety of topics including assessment instruments and methodologies, using technology in the classroom, faculty development in instructional design, teaching diversity, and peer coaching. Dr. Utschig completed his PhD in Nuclear Engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison.Dr. Valmiki Sooklal, Kennesaw State University Research interests are focused primarily in laser/material interaction, sustainable housing and engineering education.Dr. Margaret L. Lowder, Kennesaw State University M. Loraine Lowder is the Assistant Dean of Accreditation and Assessment at Kennesaw State Univer
for Engineering Education (ASEE). Ms. Allen has a Bachelor of Science degree in physics education from Lincoln University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Education degree in policy, planning and evaluation from the University of Pittsburgh. She is also completing her doctoral work in higher education management at the University of Pittsburgh in the School of Education. Her research interests are the academic performance of underrepresented students, particularly in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), and inclusive excellence in the STEM environment.Mrs. Linda W. Demoise, University of Pittsburgh Linda W. Demoise, MSCE Academic Support Coordinator Pre-College and Undergraduate Diversity Pro
Paper ID #18247Summer Education Internship ProgramDr. Asad Yousuf, Savannah State University Asad Yousuf is the Coordinator and Professor of Electronics Engineering Technology at Savannah State UniversityDr. Mohamad A. Mustafa, Savannah State University Mohamad Mustafa is a Professor of Civil Engineering Technology and the Chair of the Engineering Technology Department at Savannah State University (SSU). He has six years of industrial experience prior to teaching at SSU. He received his BS, MS, and PhD in Civil Engineering from Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan.Dr. Keenya Mosley, Savannah State University
programming. Her research and evaluation has focused on educational programs, outreach and collective impact activities that foster inclusion and equity in computing and engineering. College student development and faculty career development are central themes across her body of work, which focuses on focus on capacity building in research and evaluation, organizational change in STEM education, and integration of computing into pedagogy.Dr. David K. Pugalee, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Dr. David Pugalee is a full professor and Director of the Center for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Education (STEM) at UNC Charlotte. Dr. Pugalee has published works on STEM teaching and learning
Facultad de Ingeniería, Universidad El Bosque 2 Departamento de Ingeniería Industrial, Universidad de los Andes 3 Departamento de Ingeniería de Sistemas y Computación, Universidad de los AndesAbstractScience, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) is an approach that integrates scienceand mathematics education through the development of scientific practices, technology,engineering design, and mathematical analysis. Although governments in North American andEuropean countries have invested in promoting the study of STEM disciplines, educationalprograms for migrants have been offered for adults, and very few programs for children, which areinvisible, downplaying the
Test and Measurement. He has lead technology teams, professional service firms, and startups. He consults with industry and academia on business and technology. He is a Senior Member of the IEEE.Dr. Nigamanth Sridhar, Cleveland State University Nigamanth Sridhar is the Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Professor in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at Cleveland State University. His research interests are largely focused on com- puter science education, with specific attention to issues of equity in computer science courses taught in the K-12 school system. This work is supported by grants from the NSF and the Cleveland Foundation. He holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science from Ohio State
(esuc- ceed.calstatela.edu) and the PI/Director of the First-Year Experience (FYrE) program at ECST. He has also developed an open access, web-based audience response system (educatools.com).Dr. Deborah Won, California State University, Los Angeles Deborah Won is an Associate Professor in Electrical and Computer Engineering at California State Uni- versity, Los Angeles. Her specialization is in Biomedical Engineering and her scientific research area focuses on neuro-rehabilitative technology. Her educational research interests include use technology and active learning strategies to better engage students in the classroom as well as pedagogical and advisement approaches to closing the achievement gap for historically
Paper ID #44744Characterization of Physiochemical Surface Properties in Neural CellFatesDenise Emily Pahang, The University of Texas at San Antonio Denise Pahang is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering with a concentration in Cel- lular and Tissue Engineering alongside a minor in Computer Science. She is currently working under Dr. Gongchen Sun for research on neural stem cell differentiation and biological colloid characteriza- tion. Denise previously held a role as a Manufacturing Sciences and Technologies intern at Scorpius Biomanufacturing focusing on bacterial fermentation and protein purification
weeks. Background: On day one of my Engineering 101 class, I introduce myself as the CEO of afictitious company, Dangerous Toys LLC. The company mission is to “develop toys thatencourage Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics in children.” The company visionis to “enable children of all ages, genders, ethnicities, and abilities to engage in STEM ininnovative and fun ways.” Each class is assigned a toy they must build, which meets specificcriteria. These toys are fairly simple, like mouse trap cars, rock skippers, trebuchets, pressurerockets, or hot air balloons. The differences between these projects, and something typical HighSchool students may do, are the specific criteria students must meet, and the engineeringprocesses they
of Cincinnati, whitney.gaskins@uc.edu, burbansm@mail.uc.edu, jenkink4@mail.uc.edu Xavier University Louisiana, colatunj@xula.edu, mberger@xula.eduAbstract - The first year of college encompasses one of microaggression, conscious and unconscious biases arethe most challenging transitions a student may face sources of chronic stress and trauma that negatively impactduring their college career and/or lifetime. For minority their academic achievement [7]. Stereotype threat describesstudents in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math a condition in which students’ belonging to a group has(STEM), the transitioning experience may yield many been stereotyped causing
as a platform to helphigh school students realize the value and importance of science, technology, engineering andmathematics (STEM). The program lectures, tours, and activities are designed to inspiresecondary school student interest in engineering and encourage them to enter college and studyin a STEM major after graduation from high school. In the four-week summer commuterprogram, the high school juniors and seniors, designated as Young Scholars, learn aboutrenewable energy via four programmatic facets. The class time primarily comprises interactivepresentations focused on the topics of electrical energy and renewables. To provide real worldengineering examples and to expand the students’ familiarity with various engineering branches
Engineering from Karnatak University (1985), Master of Technology (M. Tech.) degree in Aeronautical Engineering from Indian Institute of technology, Bombay (1990), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Aerospace Engineering from Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore (1996). He worked as Scientist for one year before coming to the USA. After serving Tuskegee University for 21 years, he joined TAMUK in his current position in August 2018. Over last 23 years, He has led research efforts of over $31 M as PI and over $40 M as Co-PI. He has graduated 12 Ph.D. and 37 M.S. students and advised over 50 undergraduate students besides mentoring junior faculty members. He has authored or coauthored 4 books, 6 book chapters, 125
baccalaureate engineeringprogram must include “an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences” [1]. Therequirements for accrediting baccalaureate engineering technology programs assert that graduatestudents must have “an ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadlydefined technical and non-technical environments” as well as “an ability to function effectively asa member and a leader on technical teams” [1]. Specifically, in aviation programs, according tothe Aviation Accreditation Board International (AABI), both baccalaureate and graduate degreesmust demonstrate that graduates are able to “work effectively on multi-disciplinary and diverseteams” and “communicate effectively, using written and oral
Paper ID #21161The Effects of Professional Development and Coaching on Teaching PracticesDr. Eugene Judson, Arizona State University Eugene Judson is an Associate Professor of for the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University. He also serves as an Extension Services Consultant for the National Center for Women and Information Technology (NCWIT). His past experiences include having been a middle school science teacher, Director of Academic and Instructional Support for the Arizona Department of Education, a research scientist for the Center for Research on Education in Science, Mathematics, Engineering
Technology, "Engage to excel: Producing one million additional college graduates with degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics," February 2012. [Online]. Available: https://www.whitehouse.gov/sites/default/files/microsites/ostp/pcast-engage-to- excelfinal_feb.pdf.[2] National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, "Quality in the Undergraduate Experience: What Is It? How Is It Measured? Who Decides? Summary of a Workshop," The National Academies Press, Washington, D.C., 2016.[3] National Science Foundation, "2009," Report of the NSF Workshop on Enhancing the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Benefit, McLean, Virginia, Veterans' education for engineering and science.[4] B. Cook and Y. Kim, "From
at the University of Utah. Her current research focuses on cost effective methods for efficient utilization of biomass-derived oils in combustion applications.Dr. Mary U Christiansen, University of Minnesota Duluth Dr. Mary Christiansen is an Assistant Professor at the University of Minnesota Duluth in the Civil En- gineering Department. Her education includes a B.S. in Architectural Engineering (2008) and M.S. in Structural Engineering (2008) from the Milwaukee School of Engineering and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineer- ing (2013) from Michigan Technological University. Her research focuses on the development and charac- terization of alternative cementitious materials and portland cement binders with the goal of improving
the development of sociotechnical thinking and lifelong learning skills in engineering. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Identifying curriculum factors that facilitate lifelong learning in alumni career trajectories: Stage 3 of a sequential mixed-methods study1.0 IntroductionIn this research paper, we present results of the third stage of a mixed-methods study thatinvestigates the relationship between lifelong learning and undergraduate experiences forscience, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) alumni. Lifelong learning can bedefined broadly as a graduate’s “generic ability to guide their own learning throughout their livesand in the wide variety of situations they will
Paper ID #29066Experimental Vehicles Program Improves Student Performance ThroughEnergy Conversion and Conservation with Hands-On LearningDr. Saeed D. Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University Dr. Saeed Foroudastan is the Associate Dean for the College of Basic and Applied Sciences (CBAS). The CBAS oversees 10 departments at Middle Tennessee State University. He is also the current Director for the Masters of Science in Professional Science program and a professor of engineering technology at MTSU. Foroudastan received his B.S. in civil engineering, his M.S. in civil engineering, and his Ph.D. in mechanical
. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Evaluation of an Interactive and Inter-connected Software in Undergraduate Renewable Energy CoursesAbstractAs the investment in renewable energy technologies is growing globally, it is important foracademic institutions to educate the future engineers and scientists in this field. This paperdiscusses the ongoing development and evaluation of an educational software that was developedwith an interactive and interconnected approach to educate undergraduate students in theconcepts of renewable energy, specifically fuel cells. Three out of the five main modules of thesoftware have been mostly developed. The two evaluations conducted so far show promisingresults in