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15th Annual First-Year Engineering Experience Conference (FYEE)

Authors

Charity Obaa Afi Ampomah, Ashesi University; Heather Beem, Ashesi University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

being traditional college students and also having had minimalexposure to experiential approaches in their prior schooling. Earlier studies amongst thisstudent population indicate that when they engage in project-based learning, their self-efficacyto design and to build increases significantly [4], and this effect is strong enough to manifesteven when the project-based approach is offered online [5]. However, it is worth expandingthe view of what constructs are most relevant to this set of students. The self-efficacy constructwas designed in the Western context, and some argue that it reflects motivation rather thanperceived capability [6], motivating a broadened scope of what constructs may be most apt.Drawing from the author’s observations

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division Technical Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Patrick Carzon, Franciscan University of Steubenville; Megan Elizabeth Mericle; Jessica Raley, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign; Julie L Zilles, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Engineering Physics and Physics Division (EP2D)

advancedcomposition courses.The comparison in Fig. 5 could also be used to reflect back on the framework and its effectivenessin representing the writing skills important to relevant career paths. For example, if one took theLearning Goals used in laboratory courses as representative of the writing skills essential tostudent careers, it would suggest that the framework includes irrelevant concepts. On the otherhand, the coverage of Learning Goals in advanced composition courses shows better alignmentwith the framework, perhaps reflecting their shared focus on development of writing skills.4 Conclusions and Implications • Analysis of course materials for instances referring to writing revealed a broad range of courses involving writing. This

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Materials Division (MATS) Technical Session 2

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Himani Sharma, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Materials Division (MATS)

small minority (3.8%) felt that the speakers did not effectively address sustainabilityconsiderations. It is worth noting that a majority of respondents felt that the industry speakerseffectively addressed sustainability which indicates that students value industry's responsibility inpromoting sustainable practices. This suggests that students are not only interested in learning aboutthe technical aspects of materials processing but also in understanding the environmental and socialimplications of these processes. Figure 4: Survey response when asked if the industry speakers address sustainability effectively in their respective fields (Q.4)The last question on the survey was a reflection prompt that students provided their commentson

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Transfer issues between 2-year colleges and 4-year Engineering and Engineering Technology programs 3

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth A Adams P.E., California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Gabriel Cuarenta-Gallegos, Cuesta College

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

undergraduate research project project tasks appropriate for experience highlighting this experienceDissemination of results 1 day 4hrs: attend the symposium 4hrs: present at the symposiumStudent Feedback Data Collection, Methodology and ResultsStudent driven projects allow students the space to be creative and problem solve independentlywhich helps improve confidence and increase persistence in STEM. Student reflection, paired withmentor feedback and guidance, is important to successful active and

Collection

ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

Authors

Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Sofia M Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

Tagged Topics

Diversity

field. ChatGPT can be fine-tuned to provide answers todomain-specific questions, making it a powerful tool for scholars to find answers quickly andefficiently. These capabilities can help researchers save time and effort, allowing them to focuson the more creative and analytical aspects of their work (Lund et al., 2023).There are several ethical and privacy implications to consider when using ChatGPT or otherlarge language models in academic settings. One concern is the potential for bias in the model'sresponses, as it may reflect the biases present in the training data. Additionally, there areconcerns about the privacy of individuals whose data was used to train the model, as well as thepotential for the model to be used for nefarious purposes

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

Authors

Gary P. Halada, Stony Brook University; Shyam Lal Sharma Sharma P.E.; Lori Scarlatos; Yi Zhang, Stony Brook University

hierarchical. II. Project Outcomes and GoalsFaculty who participate in this program, will be able to: 1. Interrogate and disrupt the sociocultural basis of their discipline, drawing upon knowledge and perspectives, discourses and methodologies from diverse cultures. This outcome will be accomplished through discussion and feedback in a community of learning with colleagues, the use of gamified activities, the revision of teaching artifacts as well as through opportunities for self-reflection on the pedagogies that are traditionally assumed to be the standard for that discipline. This learning outcome encourages participants to look for perspectives that are traditionally excluded and not centered in

Collection

2024 ASEE North East Section

Authors

Lina Kloub, University of Connecticut; Aayush Gupta, University of Connecticut

with students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles, ensuring that everyone feels valued and heard in her courses. Her commitment to excellence is evident through her active participation in teaching workshops at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) at UConn. Lina’s work in academia reflects her dedication to enhancing education and fostering a sense of belonging among students. Her contributions in both teaching and research continue to make a lasting impact in her field.Aayush Gupta, University of Connecticut ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 ChatGPT in Computer Science Education: Exploring Benefits, Challenges, and Ethical

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2024 ASEE North East Section

Authors

Caprice Abigail Pramana, State University of New York, Canton; PS Dhanasekaran, State University of New York, Canton

going into the engineering field as a career. Employees must think about thecompany’s interest and their own career as an obligation they have accepted once they werehired. If the company were to thrive or fail, the career of each individual working for thecompany would be affected.This case study was a clear-cut example of the many different “moral obligations” and paths anindividual may choose to take. As student begin to make their career paths in the field, it iscrucial for them to reflect on which moral obligations matter most to them. Through theopportunity of open discussion in a SUNY Canton ethics class with widely diverse individuals,students can hear the thoughts of future potential coworkers whilst understanding the effects

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Track 2: Technical Session 8: Establishing and Sustaining Inclusive Learning Communities for Supporting Faculty Creating More Inclusive Engineering Classrooms

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2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Jessica Moriah Vaden, University of Pittsburgh; April Dukes, University of Pittsburgh; Amy Hermundstad Nave, Colorado School of Mines; Melissa M. Bilec, University of Pittsburgh; Amy L Brooks, University of Pittsburgh

Tagged Topics

CoNECD Paper Sessions, Diversity

3 3 Positionality Statement Before continuing this presentation, and in the spirit of self- reflection, I acknowledge my standpoint as an educated Black American woman. I have not been an instructor of record yet, but I have experienced and observed both positive and harmful situations within and outside of the engineering classroom involving minoritized and historically marginalized students. I acknowledge that my positionality has given me a unique perspective while working on this project. Inspired by Davis (2018) 4Positionality statement will also introduce the presenter(s

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2024 South East Section Meeting

Authors

Rahul Sharan Renu, Francis Marion University; Paul Zwiers, Francis Marion University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

belongs to racially minoritized groups, and40% of the student body are first-generation college students (defined as students whose parentshave not earned a degree from a four-year institution). FMU primarily serves the Pee Dee regionof South Carolina, in which all but one county meets or exceeds the national averageunemployment rate. FMU is classified as a Title III institution by the United States Departmentof Education, reflecting its predominantly low-income student body.Engineering at FMUOver the past ten years, FMU has introduced two Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees related toengineering. In 2013, a BS in Industrial Engineering (IE) was introduced, and this was followedby a BS in Mechanical Engineering (ME) in 2019. These degrees are

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2024 South East Section Meeting

Authors

Adam Kaplan, Kennesaw State University; Jayhyun Kwon, Kennesaw State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

as a deterrent. To enhance participation, efforts should be madeto make office hours more accessible and less intimidating and clearly communicate that help isavailable for all students [1].Another study [2] investigated student barriers to attending office hours in STEM classes. Themost common reason cited was students not having questions or feeling a full understanding ofthe course content, possibly reflecting overestimation of their own abilities. Many notedstructural barriers, such as conflicting schedules with other classes or activities. This emphasizesthe importance of flexible scheduling to accommodate diverse student timetables. Anotherprominent barrier was the perception of intimidation, fear, or a social stigma associated

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Track 8: Technical Session 5: Disrupting Computing Department Cultures, One Cohort at a Time

Collection

2024 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

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

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CoNECD Paper Sessions, Diversity

Twitter hashtag unveiled the harshrealities of anti-Black racism faced by faculty, staff, andstudents in historically white colleges and universities. 2In response to these devastating events, on June 10, 2020,STEM faculty across the United States came together for#ShutDownSTEM, a one-day academic strike dedicated tounderstanding and confronting anti-Black racism in highereducation and STEM fields. #ShutDownSTEM provided acollective moment for STEM academics to reflect, havedifficult conversations, and commit to taking actionagainst systemic racism. However, we quickly realizedthat a single day was insufficient to prepare for the long-term, ongoing work required to truly dismantle

Collection

2024 ASEE-GSW

Authors

Randall D. Manteufel, The University of Texas at San Antonio; R. Lyle Hood, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Alifer D. Crom, The University of Texas at San Antonio; Amir Karimi, The University of Texas at San Antonio

energy projects should be developed with the involvement of local communities and stakeholders.It is common to observe that the sentences generated by ChatPGT are often longer than those writtenby students. The overall flow of the sentences and paragraph are more coherent than normal, and keywords are used throughout the writing. Overall the AI-assisted writing is considered to be excellent.A negative observation is that writing is non-natural for the student. An example of non-natural wordchoice is the underlined “disproportionately borne” which is a phrase not expected in the student’sverbal communication. A student’s writing style and word choices are reflective of their verballexicon. If they do not use words and phrases

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2024 South East Section Meeting

Authors

John Aaron Louis Grimes, Mississippi State University; Amy K Barton, Mississippi State University

be less likely to rely too heavily on generative AI to completetheir assignments if instructors teach them how to use it effectively and appropriately instead ofbroadly prohibiting its use. This paper presents the results of a survey on students’ perceptions ofand experience with Generative AI/ChatGPT. Identical surveys were administered to students intwo different sections of the same junior-level writing course for engineering majors. In onesection, students were given prior instruction in the focused, ethical use of ChatGPT with aspecial emphasis on Generative AI’s professional impact. These students were then asked topractice prompt engineering using the CLEAR framework described by Lo [1]: Concise, Logical,Explicit, Adaptive, Reflective

Collection

2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

Authors

Andrew Steven Messecar, Western Michigan University; STEVEN DURBIN; Robert Makin, Western Michigan University

in size. Exploring these vast, multi–dimensional processing spaces by trial–and–errorexperimentation – even for well–studied materials – is not feasible on reasonable time scales.Thus, considerable interest exists in the development of machine learning–based approaches forthe rapid and accurate identification of optimal materials designs and synthesis conditions. In thiswork, data describing over 125 plasma–assisted molecular beam epitaxy (PAMBE) synthesisexperiments of ZnO thin film crystals have been organized into a single data set. For each growthrecord, the complete set of PAMBE operating parameters for ZnO synthesis are associated with ameasure of crystal surface morphology as determined by in-situ reflection high–energy

Collection

2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

Authors

Elin Jensen, Lawrence Technological University

priorities to be considered in the project such as: coordinated Proceedings of the 2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference Copyright © 2024, American Society for Engineering Education 3micro- and macro mobility; coordinated inter-city, regional, and local transit options; diversity,equity and inclusion in the project solution; and sustainability with focus on the transit centerenergy usage and the site’s stormwater management.The project utilized several teaching methods. The students were introduced to the EOPFramework through lectures, in group class activities, and reflection

Collection

2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

Authors

John William Lynch, University of Cincinnati; Sheryl A. Sorby, University of Cincinnati; Betsy M. Aller, Western Michigan University; Teri J Murphy, University of Cincinnati

Tagged Topics

Diversity

ability of engineering students. This paper is part of a larger, NSF-funded research study that examines the quality of students’ written and oral communicationskills and seeks to understand their relationship to the students’ spatial abilities.First-year engineering students in their second semester at a large R1 Midwestern universitywere examined. Students were tasked with creating a written report responding to a set ofquestions that asked about their team-based engineering design project completed in their firstsemester. As this occurred months prior, this non-graded report became a reflection on theirexperience and innate abilities. While low stakes, it mimicked a more authentic writingexperience students encounter in industry. Students

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2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

Authors

Bilal Alhawamdeh, Western Michigan University; M Muchson; Ahmad Mohammad Rasheed Al-Bodour, Western Michigan University

where environmental factorsoften lead. In these senior design projects, the Economic dimension dominates. A substantialnumber of projects have ‘Good’ incorporating economic sustainability, which could reflect acurriculum or project objectives that heavily emphasize cost-effectiveness, financial viability,and possibly the market impacts of the designs. While not as prominent as the economic,environmental sustainability still shows a significant presence, especially in the ‘Good’ and‘Fair’ categories. This indicates that environmental considerations are taken seriously, aligningwith global concerns about ecological impact, though they are seemingly secondary to economicfactors. Social sustainability is notably less represented, especially in

Collection

2023 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

Nafiseh Mohammadianaftah; Sara E. Wilson

safe navigation to the moon's surface withoutrelying on such landmarks. Today, IMUs continue to play a vital role in modern motion trackingprojects. The economical sensors are lightweight, consume low power, and can be integrated intoa range of devices. However, Garcia-Hernández et al [3] demonstrated that they can producemeasurements with considerable noise.IMU sensors are often used in these devices to assess sensor orientation and displacement, whichare not directly measured by the sensor. The process to determine orientation and position requiresadditional, non-trivial, processing steps. The triaxial accelerometer data reflects both the © American Society for Engineering Education, 2023

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Cristian Eduardo Vargas P.E., Purdue University, West Lafayette; Manuel José Alejandro Baquero Sierra, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Michael Robinson, Saint Vincent College; Jacqueline Rose Tawney, California Institute of Technology

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Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

foundational value withinthe engineering profession. According to Gilbert [3], compassion is a sensitivity to suffering in oneselfand others and a steadfast commitment to alleviate and prevent that suffering. Drawing from the ethicalframework proposed by Campbell [5], which defines care as "active compassion, empathy, and concernfor the well-being of other living (and in some cases non-living) things" [p. 112], this paper explorescompassion as an essential component of ethical engineering practice.While engineering ethics has traditionally emphasized the importance of reflecting on the broaderconsequences of technological advancements, compassion extends beyond cognitive reflection. Itembodies a motivational force beyond empathy and sympathy [3

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

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph McCusker, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Matilde Luz Sanchez-Pena, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

first-year engineering experienceto incoming students in general, and particularly those that have additional challenges for asuccessful transition to college, many of whom have underrepresented or marginalized identities.During the first two years of these improvements, which started in Fall 2022, the maininstructional additions have consisted of (1) inclusion of opportunities for students’ self-reflection, (2) inclusion of training in metacognition, and (3) specific modifications to courseassessments.Literature review on first-year innovationsIn what follows, we present a review of some successful research-based initiatives that havesucceeded in supporting students’ achievement and retention through the first years inengineering.A pilot

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Student Division Technical Session 6: Belonging

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kaitlyn Pope, Utah State University; Cassandra McCall, Utah State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

Student Division (STDT)

. Grade point average, test scores, and course completion then becomemeasures of success in between these significant milestones. Students may each have their ownperception of acceptable academic performance and achievements, which may contribute to orhinder engineering professional identity.Grades are often viewed as the best measure of a student’s progress, but perceptions ofsuccessful performance vary across students. When asked if grades reflected their potential to bean engineer, each participant explained that grades play only a minor role in their journeys tobecoming successful engineers. Every participant commented that one’s understanding of coursematerial is much more important than test scores or final grades, as Connie explained

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Denise M. Driscoll, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Thomas Harris, National Society of Black Engineers; Maeve Drummond Oakes, Purdue University

Tagged Topics

Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

NSBE SEEK mentors–and capture the synergies acrossboth parts of the REM program.Overall, the REM program has helped to increase the number of Blacks and otherunderrepresented groups in engineering. Reflecting the applicant pool, CISTAR has been able toattract a diverse cohort of engineering students (~75% are Black; ~50% are female) who arecurious about research, but also want to spend part of their summer “giving back” by mentoringkids. Similarly, the partnership has helped NSBE SEEK offer their SEEK mentors, who arepassionate about mentoring kids, an option to spend part of their summer learning research skillsthat will help them grow professionally. Most importantly, the REM program is a win forparticipating students who want to have two

Conference Session

DSA Technical Session 6

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emily Nutwell, The Ohio State University; Thomas Bihari, The Ohio State University; Thomas Metzger, The Ohio State University

Tagged Topics

Data Science & Analytics Constituent Committee (DSA), Diversity

curriculum incorporates design and design thinking concepts to emphasizecreative problem-solving skills and the importance of data storytelling.There is a need for educators to understand how to develop a curriculum for workingprofessionals which introduces novice programmers to 1) core data and computational concepts;2) tools and techniques; 3) data-driven problem-solving workflows; and 4) data storytelling. Thispaper presents these four “swim lanes” to define a framework for describing a cohesiveinterdisciplinary curricular experience for an applied master’s program.Through reflection, the authors conclude that learners initially struggle with new concepts, butwith sufficient support, they successfully learn and apply data science and computer

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Case Studies in Construction Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Long Duy Nguyen P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Zofia Kristina Rybkowski, Texas A&M University; Anh D. Chau P.E., Florida Gulf Coast University; Daniel Linares, Florida Gulf Coast University

Tagged Divisions

Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

engagement, in-class collaborative learningstrategies and post-class comprehensive student feedback in addition to instructor’s observationand reflection were employed in the pilot test – an important step in developing an effectiveeducational case study.IntroductionThe utilization of case studies in educational settings, tracing back over a century, represents asignificant evolution in pedagogical methods. Harrison et al. [1] provide a comprehensiveoverview of this evolution, highlighting the methodological development and flexibility of casestudy research. Their work underscores the adaptability of case studies in providing in-depthunderstanding across various disciplines, particularly social sciences, education, business, law,and health, to

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP) Technical Session 2

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kerrie Danielle Hooper, Florida International University; Trina L. Fletcher, Florida International University; Edward Collins, National Society of Black Engineers; Rochelle L Williams, Graduate Fellowships for STEM Diversity; Ahlam Alharbi, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

Tagged Divisions

College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

ormilestones. Then we describe how we had applied various theoretical constructs to our project andhow it helped to shape our thinking and propel the project forward. Next, we reflected on lessonslearned and presented a roadmap of the steps we took to achieve our project milestones. Wedemonstrate the realities and practicality of conducting our collaborative research process andbridging gaps between theory and practice, and this is a common principle communicatedthroughout the paper.BackgroundThis paper represents a derivative exploration within the broader context of a comprehensivelongitudinal study examining the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK), an initiativedelivered by the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). NSBE has

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Juan Salinas, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Griselda Salinas; Elizabeth Salinas, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley; Yocelin Chavez; Virginia Santana; Sherlyn De Alva; Sheila Cardenas Vazquez

Tagged Topics

NSF Grantees Poster Session

and excellence ineducation. Garcia, Nuñez, and Sansone’s (2019) also recommended ethnographic research tounderstand structures of servingness. The researchers utilized metrics on the sense of belongingand community engagement advanced by Mitchneck (2022) in the operationalization of Garcia,Nuñez, and Sansone’s (2019) multidimensional conceptual framework of servingness. Throughcritical reflection and reflexivity, the researchers used these metrics to assess the impact of theinternal processes and methods of the family-centered theory of change and the navigation ofinstitutional, pragmatic mechanisms that led to equitable outcomes among participants.IntroductionIn this study, we (authors/practitioners) engaged in deep critical reflection

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Ray Morelock, University of Georgia; Aileen Reid, University of North Carolina, Greensboro; Ayesha Sherita Sherita Boyce; Chaturved Janaki, University of Georgia; Nicola W. Sochacka, University of Georgia; Joachim Walther, University of Georgia

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

six kinds of validation that must be considered in boththe making and handling of qualitative data. Table 1 defines these dimensions in greater detail. Table 1: An overview of the Q3 framework for qualitative research quality Form of Key Concern in Making Data Key Concerns in Handling Data Validation Theoretical Does the research process Do researchers’ interpretations fully Validation wholly capture everything the reflect the coherence and complexity researchers want to learn about of the social reality under the social reality under investigation? investigation? Procedural Do the research procedures

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Bridging Cultures, Advancing Justice: Fostering Inclusion and Sustainability in Engineering Education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Raul Mishael Sedas, Caltech; LIGO

Tagged Divisions

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

, materials utilized, and the contextual environmentsin which everyday ingenuity manifests. Figures 1 to 3 display the participants' words about theeveryday ingenuity examples sourced from the online blog by Marjoram & King [31]categorized into Furniture, Outdoors, Indoors, and Transport.Figure 1 Shower Curtain RailFigure 2 Chair RepairFigure 3 Bicycle Wagon BedThe collection of the blog photos served as a catalyst for participants to recognize and reflect onthe prevalence of everyday ingenuity in their own lives and cultural contexts. It prompteddiscussions among participants and facilitators about their parents' involvement in everydayingenuity and the reuse of items in their childhood households. This exercise helped participantsto recall

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Using technology in engineering ethics education

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah Junaid, Aston University; Wendy Irene Attwell; Sarah Hitt

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Ethics Division (ETHICS)

use to identify the level offocussed topics versus diverse topics. These will be used as a proxy for assessing regionalrelevance and urgency. Testimonials from four educators who have used toolkit resources ineducational contexts have also been collected to evaluate the efficacy of the toolkitqualitatively. These user cases reflect both novice users introducing ethics and experiencededucators’ use of the toolkit, which comprises of guidance articles and resources to buildknowledge and structure for curriculum delivery. This initial phase of the impact assessmentof the engineering ethics toolkit has shown that it also helps to support educators to achievethe directive from professional bodies to imbue ethics into engineering degrees. Further