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Engineering Leadership Development Division (LEAD) Technical Session: Engineering Leadership Competencies and Skills

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Vicente Valenzuela-Riquelme, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Maria Elena Truyol, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile; Camila Zapata-Casabon, Universidad Andres Bello, Chile

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establishing reliableclient relationships [21]. Teamwork and collaboration are skills that foster creativity andinnovation when integrated into teams for complex projects [22].Leadership in engineering is indispensable for managing teams, making informed decisions,and adapting to constant changes [23]. This set of soft and social skills adds to the pyramid ofworkplace competencies necessary in engineering, which goes beyond technical skills. In thiscontext, problem-solving ability, innovation, project management, and leadership are keycompetencies that engineers must develop throughout their careers [24], [25], [26].Figure 1 illustrates a pyramid that was developed to represent continuous growth anddevelopment in engineering and constructed based on

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lufan Wang, Florida International University

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internship programs, and provide a roadmap for highereducation institutions and industry partners to collaboratively design internship programs that arerelevant, effective, and aligned with the evolving needs of both the industry and its futureprofessionals.KEYWORDSInternship program, Construction industry, Comparative analysisINTRODUCTIONInternships have been widely recognized as an important learning method in higher engineeringeducation. It can expose students in real-life work environment, and help them to integrate thetheoretical knowledge learned in the classroom with best practices in the industry [1]. This isparticularly necessary in practical fields like construction [2]. The complexity of projects and thedynamic nature of the work

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Student Division Technical Session 7: Teaching and Learning Practices

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Emily Nicole Fitzpatrick, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Nosakhare Iyobosa Idiaghe, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Chloe Faith Mann, University of Nebraska, Lincoln; Jessica R Deters, University of Nebraska, Lincoln

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unwaveringsupport.Introduction and BackgroundFirst-generation college students face many challenges compared to their continuing-generationpeers when pursuing an undergraduate engineering education [1]. First-generation students oftenface additional barriers to success in engineering, like inadequate academic preparation [2], [3], alack of family support [4], and difficulty transitioning to postsecondary education [5], which canlead them to struggle academically [6]. First-generation students must overcome these uniquechallenges in addition to the challenges that are common in the broader population. Thetransition from high school to college not only represents a shift in academic rigor but also asignificant change in the learning environment and culture. In

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Innovative Strategies for Enhancing Engineering Education Across Diverse Learning Environments

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Todd Jeffrey Freeborn, The University of Alabama

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transition at a Hispanic-serving institution [1], detailing lessons learned from teachingcybersecurity courses [2], detailing student experiences [3,4] and student adaptation [5] duringthis time, and comparing synchronous and asynchronous delivery of physics courses [6]. Whilethis is not a comprehensive review of recent research on this topic, it does highlight the range ofquestions and topics being investigated.Since 2017 an undergraduate course on microcomputers at the University of Alabama has beendelivered in a traditional face-to-face format (3 sections), online asynchronous format (1sections), and hybrid flipped-class format (3 sections) by the same instructor. For theasynchronous iterations the content was delivered using pre-recorded virtual

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Student Division Technical Session 2: Career Development and Employability

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ella Kokinda, Clemson University; Makayla Moster, Clemson University; D. Matthew Boyer, Clemson University

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Professor in the Department of Engineering & Science Education in the College of Engineering, Computing, and Applied Sciences at Clemson University. His work focuses on how technology supports knowledge building and transfer in a range of learning environments. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 (WIP) Compiling Resilience: A Study on First-Generation Women Pursuing Computing DegreesIntroductionUnder-representation of women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) iswell-researched from a range of perspectives yet persists as an issue [1]. Among the women whohave chosen to pursue a STEM degree, many are first-generation college students and

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First-Year Programs Division WIPS 3: Courses and Curricula

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jeffrey David Carvell, Marian University; Sarah Klanderman, Marian University; Salomon Turgman Cohen, Marian University

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students to demonstrate understanding on learning targets. The in-classassessments are completed individually, without notes, but students are not penalized for anyincorrect attempts. Each problem is aligned with a specific learning target, and a given learningtarget will appear on multiple understanding checks in order to provide extra opportunities andincrease retention. For every learning target, once students fully and correctly justify theirsolutions twice, they have mastered that learning target. Final grades are then calculated based on the number of (1) learning targets that theyhave shown that they have mastered, (2) class preps earned, (3) homework assignmentscompleted, and (4) writing assignments completed. As mentioned above

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ELOS Technical Session 3 - Diversity

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Orlando D. Hulse, San Francisco State University; Kunal Avdesh Verma, San Francisco State University; Kevin Diaz Chim, San Francisco State University; Hyeon Soo Jung, San Francisco State University; David Quintero, San Francisco State University

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division (DELOS)

type ofmotor(s) they will integrate and operate for their system. There are different types of motors tochoose from and knowing the characteristics of each motor type will aide students in sizing theappropriate motor that meet their desired performance requirements, helping students learn howto cooperate in interdisciplinary situations [4]. Allowing students to practice engineeringdecision-making will allow them to digest and absorb scientific knowledge through observationand experimentation [1-3]. For some universities, lab equipment used to showcase experiments,can be expensive and are unable to leave the laboratory, which can be a huge constraint [1], [3].For instance, the Mechatronics Actuators board developed by Quanser features several

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MECH - Technical Session 9: Advanced Mechanical Engineering Topics

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Samuel James Murphy, The University of Iowa; Martell Cartiaire Bell, The University of Iowa; Rachel Vitali, The University of Iowa; Jae-eun Russell

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Mechanical Engineering Division (MECH)

research also involves autonomous motivation, self-regulated learning, technology adoption, and learning analytics adoption. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024Introduction Humans have a long history of striving to better understand the natural world. Theknowledge accumulated is then frequently leveraged to develop new ideas yet to be tested andnew mechanisms for the benefit of human welfare. Humans accomplish extraordinary feats butsolving today’s complex problems require specialized learning and time. In the modern world,these types of problems are increasingly common and solving them quickly is becomingincreasingly important [1]. Artificial intelligence (AI) has been increasingly

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 20

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Courtney June Faber, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Lorna Treffert, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Isabel Anne Boyd, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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(e.g., engineering, engineering education, psychology) [1],[2], [3]. Each of these disciplines have their own norms around the generation, expression, andapplication of knowledge. It is important that these teams are able to navigate differences inthinking. Failure to acknowledge, address, and integrate these differences can lead to tensionsthat negatively impact their ability to have their desired impact. A team’s norms and approachesaround the generation, expression, and application of knowledge define their epistemic culture[4]. A team’s epistemic culture affects all aspects of the research process: the types of questionsthey answer, knowledge they generate, knowers they recognize, and knowledge they share.Existing work across Team Science

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 7

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Margaret A Hunter, Hofstra University; David M. Rooney, Hofstra University; Richard J. Puerzer, Hofstra University

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2023-2024 accreditation cycle[1]. ASEE has created the Diversity Recognition Program (ADRP) which recognizesengineering schools implementing DEI initiatives [2]. Hofstra’s Engineering school underwentreaccreditation for six programs in the 2023-2024 cycle and participated in the pilot of the DEIcomponents of Criteria 5 and 6. In addition, the university was accorded renewal of Bronzestatus under the ASEE ADRP. The present paper discusses the plans and assessments utilized toreach these goals.The need to address DEI in the region where the university resides is critical in the attraction andretention of students to engineering. The region is a diverse metropolitan area in which thestudent body reflects the diversity. In addition, the

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Umer Farooq, Texas A&M University; Saira Anwar, Texas A and M University

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-in-Progress: Effect of Instructional Practices on Students' Engagement and Performance – A Study DesignAbstract Prior research has focused on examining the effectiveness of student-centered instructionalpractices in conceptually hard STEM courses. However, the effectiveness was measured mainlyby comparing the improvements in students' learning outcomes in new practice against thetraditional approach. Since instructional practices are at the heart of effective teaching, a lack ofstudent-based investigation may lead to critical but often neglected research dimensions. Thesedimensions include: 1) Understanding students' perceptions of new practices. 2) real-timeaccounts of class that could influence students' perceptions 3

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 17

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Oluwafemi J. Ajeigbe, Texas A&M University; Talodabiolorun Anne Oni, Washington State University; Oluwafemi J. Sunday, Washington State University ; Olusola Adesope, Washington State University; Olufunso Oje, Washington State University; Bernard J. Van Wie, Washington State University; Jacqueline Gartner Ph.D., Campbell University; Prashanta Dutta, Washington State University; David B. Thiessen, Washington State University

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effectiveness[1], [2], [3], [4], [5]. These explorations have contributed profoundly to reshaping ourunderstanding of instructional methods and approaches, emphasizing the need for diverse andadaptive teaching strategies. A notable contribution by Johnson and Johnson [4] highlights theeffectiveness of cooperative learning, where students work in small groups to achieve learninggoals, demonstrating improvements in academic achievement and interpersonal relationships.Furthermore, research by [6] on concept mapping and learning highlighted the effectiveness ofthis approach in improving student comprehension and retention of complex concepts. Nesbit andAdesope [6] emphasized the importance of integrating cognitive theories and technology-enhanced tools in

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Inclusive Horizons: Shaping Diverse Pathways in Engineering and Design Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kai Jun Chew, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

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” that may marginalizequeer students from the perspective that engineering classrooms and pedagogies can bedehumanizing. I will have the students answer an informational questionnaire, which will includeprompts that may “provoke” them by comparing their current learning experiences with theexperiences that could occur with engaged pedagogy as the teaching philosophy. Thequestionnaire will primarily consist of open-ended questions, with each question being paired toask about their current experiences alongside hypothetical learning environments. This approachcan get them to reflect on their current experiences. Example questions are shown below.Think back to your time in the engineering courses you have taken so far: 1. Share a learning moment

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Charting Inclusivity: Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Technology in Engineering and Computing Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Cecilé Sadler, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Alicia Nicki Washington, Duke University; Shaundra Bryant Daily, Duke University

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: Understanding Differential Experiences of Identity in Computing Environments Using a Computing Privilege InventoryIntroductionThe purpose of this work-in-progress research paper is to outline the development and initialassessment of a tool designed to measure privilege within academic and professional computingenvironments. The computing industry has grappled with diversity gaps and equity issues fordecades [1], [2], [3]. While some progress has been made, women, racial/ethnic minorities,LGBTQ+ people, those with disabilities, and working-class individuals remain underrepresented[4]. Peggy McIntosh’s conception of unseen privileges might provide insight into therepresentation disparities in computing. In her pivotal article “White Privilege

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Abdulrahman Alsharif, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David Gray, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Isil Anakok, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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interdisciplinary undergraduateresearch program. We interviewed 10 participants, evenly split by gender, of whom four have transitionedto the workforce and describe what they gained from the experience. The findings offer insights intostudent skill development and provide perspectives on the benefits of the experience from recent alumniwho have transitioned to the workforce after participating in the undergraduate research experience.Introduction The 2012 "Engage to Excel" report emphasized the significance of dedicated research projects inenhancing undergraduate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.Supporting this idea, initiatives aim to increase active learning while decreasing reliance on traditionallectures [1

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 11

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Anjing Dai, Arizona State University; Xingchen Xu, Arizona State University; Li Tan, Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

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experiences faced by Asian engineering students in postsecondary education?• RQ2: Which theoretical frameworks have been employed in studies investigating discriminatory experiences faced by Asian engineering students in postsecondary education? Methods We employed a five-stage framework as proposed by Arksey & O’Malley (2005)for this scoping review: 1) identifying the research questions, 2) identifying relevantstudies, 3) selecting studies, 4) charting the data and 5) collating, summarizing, andreporting the results.Identifying Relevant Studies Holistically, the scope of our study, as highlighted by our research questions RQ1and RQ2, incorporates the research landscape surrounding

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monika Neda, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Jacimaria Ramos Batista, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Jorge Fonseca Cacho, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Vanessa W. Vongkulluksn Ph.D., University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Mei Yang, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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architecture, interconnection networks, machine learning, embedded systems, and engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Electrical and Computer Engineering Canvas Applications to Improve Fundamental Math Skills in Pre-Calculus MathMathematics is the common language across STEM fields. Thus, math proficiency can become abarrier for students entering college and those aspiring to earn STEM degrees. Deficiencies inmathematical skills have been considered the major contributing factor to STEM attrition [1], [2],[3], [4]. Given the importance of math preparation, postsecondary institutions typically vet the mathskills of incoming students and assign those who score

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monika Neda, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Melissa Lynn Morris, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Matthew Paul Pusko; Vanessa W. Vongkulluksn Ph.D., University of Nevada, Las Vegas; JeeHee Lee, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Jacimaria Ramos Batista, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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Math Skills with Railored Activity-Based Instruction’ project funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF). Through her efforts, she actively works towards bridging the disparity between high school preparation and expected standards of civil engineering.Dr. Jacimaria Ramos Batista, University of Nevada, Las Vegas ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Improving Fundamental Mathematics Skills in Pre-Calculus Math Using Placed-Based Engineering Canvas ApplicationsRecent studies have shown that the average retention rate at US engineering schools is 56%, andas much as 20% lower for underrepresented minorities [1]. More notably, about 40% of STEMstudents end-up switching their

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monika Neda, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Blanca Rincon; Alok Pandey, College of Southern Nevada; Claudia Mora Bornholdt, College of Southern Nevada; Vanessa W. Vongkulluksn Ph.D., University of Nevada, Las Vegas; Rachidi Salako, University of Nevada, Las Vegas; John William Howard, College of Southern Nevada; Daniel Sahl, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

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Southern NevadaDaniel Sahl, University of Nevada, Las Vegas ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Improving STEM Student Fundamental Math Skills with Tailored Game-Based InstructionThis research focuses on an intervention for mathematics remediation for all engineering andcomputer sciences majors at University of Nevada Las Vegas (UNLV) and STEM students (pre-engineering and pre-science) at College of Southern Nevada (CSN). During the 2020-2021academic year within a Southwest School District, out of the vast majority of undergraduatestudents entering UNLV and CSN, only 21% of high school students scored at the proficientlevel in math [1]. These numbers were exacerbated

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 13

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ann Shivers-McNair, University of Arizona; Gimantha N. Perera, North Carolina State University; Hannah Budinoff, The University of Arizona; Vignesh Subbian, The University of Arizona; Francesca A López, Penn State University

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-grant and Hispanic Serving Institutions. Subbian’s educational research is focused on asset-based practices, ethics education, and formation of professional identities.Francesca A L´opez, Penn State University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Appreciative Inquiry as an Intervention for Equity-Centered Engineering Education Research and Praxis1. IntroductionAppreciative Inquiry (APPI) is an asset-based research approach that has been used in a range ofdomains, including organizational development, public health, and education, to study andfacilitate social change in organizations and communities [1], [2], [3]. APPI is grounded in socialconstructivist theory, which suggests

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Technical Session 8

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rana Hussein, Boston University; Muhammad Hamid Zaman, Boston University

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displacement but also empowers students to tackle similarlycomplex issues requiring interdisciplinary thinking. Background and Motivation Globally, more than 110 million people have been displaced due to conflict, persecution,and the effects of climate change and other disasters, and these numbers are only expected toincrease [1]. Although forced displacement is one of the great global challenges of our time,insufficient attention is paid to this issue within higher education, and it is rarely explored incourses on engineering and basic and applied sciences. Forcibly displaced communities oftenlive in conditions affected by conflict, in informal settlements or other areas with poor housingconditions affected

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Zulal Sevkli, Miami University; Hunter Jarrod Hicks, Miami University; John Brandabur, Miami University; Andrew Philibin, Miami University

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B‭consider students’ diverse skill levels and knowledge of the subject or should consider students'‬ ‭backgrounds and experiences. Groups with a mix of expertise can foster peer teaching and‬ ‭learning. Mixing students from different backgrounds can lead to richer discussions [1].‬ ‭Furthermore, research has also shown that isolating minority students within groups increases the‬ ‭risk of these students dropping out [2]. So, educators should adapt their group formation‬ ‭strategies to the specific learning objectives of the course and the needs of their students. This‬ ‭highlights the strong need for a helpful tool to help form student groups.‬ ‭Traditional methods of group formation, where professors manually

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Selma Awadallah, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Mohammad AlShaikh Saleh, Texas A&M University at Qatar; Adel Mohamed, Texas A&M University at Qatar

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Paper ID #42999Board 93: Work in Progress: Developing an Engineering Asset-ManagementCourse at an Electrical Engineering ProgramDr. Selma Awadallah, Texas A&M University at Qatar Dr. Selma Awadallah joined Texas A&M at Qatar on 1 Jan 2023 as an Assistant Professor. She received her BSc degree from the University of Khartoum in Sudan and her MSc and Ph.D. degrees from The University of Manchester. After her Ph.D., she worked as a Research Fellow at the University of Manchester. Dr. Awadallah joined Texas A&M at Qatar from Neom Energy and Water, where she led the power system study group and renewable integration

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Software Engineering Division (SWED) Technical Session #2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elise Deitrick, Codio; Maura Lyons, Codio; Joshua Richard Coughlin Stowell Ball, Codio

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even without fine-grained details, learning experiences where students are spendingmore time actively coding as opposed to reading result in higher performance. These at scaleresults solidify that it is time for the field to break out of the overly passive textbook paradigmand embrace learning experiences which center student opportunities to code.IntroductionRecent research indicates a decline in engagement with traditional textbooks amongpost-secondary students in computing disciplines. Studies by Margulieux and Catrambone [1],and Amelink et al. [2], have highlighted a growing preference for interactive and digitallyaccessible materials over conventional textbooks. This shift is attributed to the digital-nativecharacteristics of contemporary

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Empowering Change: Cultivating Inclusive and Sustainable Futures in STEM Education

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monica Lynn Miles, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Alexandra Schindel, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Kate Haq, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

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education. Byexploring local environmental justice issues and emphasizing the necessity of integrating theseissues into the curriculum, we can prepare the next generation of engineers to address real-worldchallenges and engage in equitable problem-solving. Given the profound implications ofengineering solutions on both environmental sustainability and societal well-being, EJE stands asa pivotal bridge between educators and students, fostering meaningful connections by exploringlocal environmental justice issues. Many educators struggle to effectively incorporate environmental justice topics intoengineering education [1], [2]. K–16 education discourses and curricula frequently overlookenvironmental justice issues, neglecting to highlight the

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 13

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hoc T. Nguyen, University of Oklahoma; Javeed Kittur, University of Oklahoma

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promote healthy relationships andtheir general well-being by identifying and resolving mental health issues. The study ends bypromoting evidence-based strategies to improve the cognitive and emotional aspects of studentdevelopment, such as peer-led team learning and extensive support networks. Given thecircumstances, this SLR offers a comprehensive viewpoint on mental health in engineeringeducation, providing insightful information to practitioners, legislators, and academics to directfuture initiatives fostering student well-being and academic success.Keywords: anxiety, depression, engineering, mental health, mental illness, well-beingIntroductionIn today's demanding academic setting, engineering students' mental health is vital [1]. Therigorous

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 16

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Catherine G. P. Berdanier, Pennsylvania State University; Julio Urbina, Pennsylvania State University; Reginald F. Hamilton, Pennsylvania State University; Catherine L. Cohan, Pennsylvania State University; Tonya L. Peeples, Pennsylvania State University; Cynthia Howard Reed, Pennsylvania State University

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, particularly given tragic trends inunderrepresentation and attrition of students of color[1], [2]; graduate identity development[3], [4], [5], [6];graduate competencies[7], [8], [9], [10], [11], [12]; and graduate well-being to counteract common causesof attrition[13], [14]. To date, however, most literature considers “graduate students” holistically whileprioritizing the experiences of doctoral students, who have several years in which to acculturate into theacademic norms of their departments, match with an advisor, and learn to conduct research. Engineeringdisciplines are unique from other disciplines in higher education in that most doctoral students and evenmany master’s students are fully funded on research assistantships (RAs) or teaching

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL) Technical Session - Effective Teaching 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Angela R Bielefeldt, University of Colorado Boulder

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success.BackgroundCollege student mental health has been characterized as a crisis [1]. Even before the pandemiconly 40% of college students had positive mental health while almost 40% reported experiencinga significant mental health problem, including major and moderate depression (18% and 18%),severe and moderate anxiety (14% and 17%), suicidal ideation during the past year (14%), andinflicting non-suicidal self-injury (24%) [1]. Results differ by gender, with higher percentages offemale compared to male first-year students frequently feeling anxious (52.8% F, 26.9% M) anddepressed (21.2% F, 11.6% M) during the past year [2]. More specifically, engineering has beencharacterized as having a “stress culture” [3]. A large study in fall 2017 found high anxiety

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP) Technical Session 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ryan C Cooper, University of Connecticut

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valuable foundation for ongoing investigations into thepotential benefits of incorporating career competencies in engaging engineering students andbuilding lifelong learners.IntroductionCareer skills are one of the key learning outcomes students hope to gain during their academiccareers. The narrative many university programs rely on is that getting a degree will lead to betterwork outcomes 1 . As faculty, we are the second most likely source of career advice for students 1 .By discussing career skills in the classroom, we can create more equal opportunities for studentsthat may not have existing professional networks from their family and friends. Specificallyaddressing perceived career barriers to first generation college students 2 .Connecting

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Lisa's Legacy: Guiding Students Toward Engineering Careers, Excellent!

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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V. Sanchez Padilla, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Universidad ECOTEC, Ecuador; Lisa Schibelius, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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decisions for the individual: 1)social, economic & policy, 2) higher education, 3) school and community, and 4) habitus, whichis at the center. Studies that utilize Perna’s model employ one of these contexts or a combinationof them. This work reviews eleven studies that draw on Perna’s model for understanding collegechoice decisions based on three research questions centered on both population and culturalcontext. These studies range from a host of contexts and populations to understand collegechoice, including K-12 students, undergraduate students, and historically underrepresentedpopulations in engineering. Through our review of case studies and applied research, we compareconstructs used in Perna’s model, such as layers of habitus, school