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Carrying The Message: Creating A Culture For Engineering Education Innovation

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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J. P. Mohsen, University of Louisville

would successfully complete a program that will supplement and strengthentheir capability to use essential skills and knowledge in the education-related aspects of their position.ImplementationThe SPEED program would typically last one or more years and would occur early-on during a faculty member’stenure track appointment. Individual institutions would retain flexibility in implementing the program. They wouldnot necessarily need to have the same program structure and might utilize national workshops, educational classes,on-line offerings, mentor circles, etc.ContentWhile the SPEED program would not necessarily be one standardized program, any SPEED program would containthree common critical elements: (1) approval of a nationally recognized

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Best Zone Paper Competition

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Hanson, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology; Patrick Brophy, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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instructor draws the situation shown in Figure 1, and asks students again to guessthe deflected shape. The most common answer is shown in Figure 2. The instructorasks for a show of hands: which way will the right end go, up or down? Based on themajority response, the instructor applies the loads as in Figure 3a or 3b so that thebeam behaves opposite from the majority response. The key to the demonstration is to Page 14.969.5put the students in a situation where their intuition is wrong. Figure 1. Example situation drawn by instructor. Students are asked to predict the deflected shape before the instructor demonstrates it in the classroom

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Best Zone Paper Competition

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Rashmi Jain, Stevens Institute of Technology; Keith Sheppard, Stevens Institute of Technology; Elisabeth McGrath, Stevens Institute of Technology; Bernard Gallois, Stevens Institute of Technology

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include masters and doctoral degrees. The faculty and scope of the Page 14.994.2programs has grown rapidly leading to the recent formation of a School of Systems & Enterprises  1(http://www.stevens.edu/sse) with a significant national and international impact in the systemsengineering field.The presence of a strong graduate-level activity in the systems engineering discipline on campus leadnaturally to discussion with those responsible for the undergraduate engineering core curriculum of howsystems concepts could be addressed at the undergraduate level for all engineers. The surging

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Best Zone Paper Competition

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kristi Shryock, Texas A&M University; Helen Reed, Texas A&M University

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accreditation workshould reflect the program as a whole.Some programs treat the six-year time lag between visits with the following timeline: - Year 1 – Celebrate success of previous ABET visit. - Years 2-4 – Feel that ABET is a long time away. Page 14.148.2 Proceedings of the 2008 ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference The University of New Mexico – Albuquerque Copyright © 2008, American Society for Engineering Education - Year 5 – Begin to worry about ABET visit the following year, and survey every class imaginable to be ready for year 6 with the ABET visit.This

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Best Zone Paper Competition

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Shane Brown, Washington State University; Cara Poor, Washington State University

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reasons for their decision[1]. Progress has been made in identifying best instructional practices, such as active learning[2] and peer instruction [3-5], which have been shown to improve student learning and attitudestowards learning and retention [3-5]. Active learning techniques include brief in-class exercisesin which students work alone or in groups to process concepts more fully than simply takingnotes. An integral part of these exercises is the formative assessment process, where studentsreceive feedback through purposive social interactions from other well-prepared students and/orthe instructor. Due to large class size in most undergraduate engineering mechanics courses,which often include hundreds of students, instructor feedback is

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Innovations in ECE Education I

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Harley Hartman, P.E., Pennsylvania State University, York; Peter Idowu, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg

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Electrical and Computer

. They areeasily modifiable to reflect instructor’s comfort and convenience. The tools are effective ingenerating more enthusiasm among students because they provide alternatives to traditionalapproaches to clarifying difficult and unintuitive concepts.Index Terms – AC Machines, AC Concepts, Visualization.1. IntroductionThe present generation of students has a mindset that lends itself to interactive displays andvisually rich environments. Engaging them in the classroom has become an ever-wideningchallenge.As it is widely assumed that this trend will continue1 the possible impacts of various ways forengaging students through technology has been explored. Visualization in particular or the useof computer simulation is found to substantively

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2009 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

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and interpret the resulting data,” theprogram outcome (k) suggests that computing skills and knowledge be indexed to the needs ofindustry. Defining the current computing skills and knowledge needed in modern civilengineering practice has been the goal of numerous studies, which are described below.Abudayyeh et al.1 presented results of surveys conducted by the ASCE Technical Council ofComputing and Information Technology Committee to assess the current computing componentof civil engineering curricula. Data from the 2002 survey as well as past surveys from 1995,1989, and 1986 were discussed. The surveys requested practitioners and educators to commenton the relative importance of specific computing applications and skills. Table 1

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difficultieswith rigid body dynamics among science and engineering students and among teachers expectedto teach the topic of balancing to precollege students. In 1995, we began to examine student performance in solving the types of mechanicsproblems assigned in the introductory calculus-based physics course. We hoped to developtutorials that would help students learn how to solve such problems, especially those that requiremore than rote application of memorized algorithms. In 1996, the Physics Education Group wasconsulted by faculty in the College of Engineering about ways in which they could improveinstruction in the sophomore engineering mechanics courses.1 We volunteered to advise them onthe development of supplementary instructional materials

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management. The world's population, currently estimated at 6.7billion, is growing by about 80 million people each year, which means demand for freshwater isincreasing by 64 billion cubic meters a year10. Global per capita water supplies by 2001 wereone –third lower than they were in 1970 due to population increase and water quality was turningdown in many areas. According to UN, eighty percent of all illnesses in development countriesare related to water. In addition by 2050 two-third of population or as many as 5 billion people 1  will face shortage of clean freshwater10. Water problem may become serious even in the wealthycountries, since some of the toxic organisms such as cryptosporidium are

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modify and adapt their designs for a specific application. Wetarget computer architecture courses where students learn fundamental CPU concepts such as thedata path, control unit, ALU, register file, and memory.1. IntroductionAt the University of _____, we study and utilize FPGAs in many of our electrical engineeringcourses. In the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, EE majors take anumber of core courses to include EE360 (Digital Logic) and EE375 (Computer Architectureusing VHDL). The program also offers a number of depth threads to provide focus on aparticular area of electrical engineering (i.e. computer architecture). Students learn digital logicin EE360 through the use of MSI (medium-scale integration) logic devices

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2009 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

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. Mohammad A. Alim, Alabama A&M UniversityProceedings of the 2009 American Society for Engineering Education Pacific Southwest Regional Conference 4Table of Contents  1. Welcome Address, Dr. Howard Evans, Dean, SOET, National University 6 2. Thank you note from the Conference Chair, Mohammad Amin 7 3. Keynote Speech: Recent Developments in Solid-State Nanostructures, Marvin H. White 8 4. Keynote Speech: How to Succeed as Next-Generation Engineers? Shu Chien 9

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Computational Tools and Simulation III

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

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El-Sayed Aziz, Stevens Institute of Technology; Sven Esche, Stevens Institute of Technology; Constantin Chassapis, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Computers in Education

use of common PCs as a low costreplacement to the expensive proprietary equipment used previously in such tactical simulations.Various computer game platforms20, 21 were used to develop virtual simulations of accidentscenarios in chemistry laboratories, stipulating that this approach is more effective thandistributing safety regulations to the students in the traditional paper form. For example, a videogame was developed by students at DHS’ CREATE Center to train fire fighters to efficiently usetrucks, equipment and personnel in fighting a fire (see Figure 1). It simulates an emergency indowntown Los Angeles and is being tested out by the city fire department.22

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Dennis Audo; Seth O'Brien

). This annual event is open to children that are currently enrolled in grades 1 through 6.Prior to the event, event staff solicits prizes from local merchants. These prizes are as closelyrelated to construction as possible. For instance the local lumber company donates hammers,wrenches, and tool pouches. Some merchants donate gift cards so that the event staff canpurchase prizes to their liking.The day of the event every student is required to have an Official Registration/Entry form signedby a parent of legal guardian in order to participate. (See registration form Appendix I).Students are assigned to groups that correspond to their grade level. Each student is given 100regular sized Legos, a small rock, a piece of string no longer than 12

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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R. Asmatulu

replacements [1-5]. The main issue in the applicationsof biomaterials is that they must be biocompatible with the body and mechanically durable, all ofwhich must be proofed before placing into the body. These biomaterials are usually subjected tothe same requirements with the new drugs put in the market [2]. In the present course, ourengineering students learn all the subjects specified here in detail. Biomaterials can be in the forms of metals and alloys, ceramics, polymers andcomposites. Figure 1 shows the several biomaterials utilized for a variety of medical purposes[1]. Metals and alloys are used as biomaterials due to their excellent mechanical, surface andthermal properties. Some of the metals and alloys include 316L stainless steel, Ti

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Viacheslav Adamchuk; Gwen Nugent; Bradley Barker; Neal Grandgenett

youth in rural communities, often sufferingdirectly from poor performance in STEM areas. Thus, GIS maps allow users to visualize geographicdata to aid agriculture-related decision-making processes. Data used in the GIS maps can also beobtained using small handheld GPS receivers, which are easy to use even at a middle school age.Combined, the GPS and GIS technologies provide a powerful set of tools to analyze and interpretspatial information, and represent a useful context for applied learning.The long-term goal of the program described in this paper is to improve STEM learningoutcomes and attitudes of 11-15 years old youth. Using robotics and GPS/GIS concepts, theprogram seeks to: 1) promote youths’ interest in STEM fields, 2) introduce basic

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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R. Asmatulu; E. Asmatulu; A. Yourdkhani

Importance of Nanosafety in Engineering Education 1 Asmatulu, R., 2 Asmatulu, E. and 1 Yourdkhani, A. 1 Department of Mechanical Engineering 2 Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount, Wichita, KS 67260-0133 ABSTRACT Nanotechnology and nanoeducation have been very important subjects in all over theworld. However, the recent studies shows that nanomaterials in different surface area, size,shape, surface charge and compound interact with human and animal

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Kaylea Dunn

1 The Case for Leadership Skills Courses in the Engineering Curriculum Kaylea Dunn Olsson Associates, Lincoln, NEAbstractLeadership courses are often encouraged, but not mandatory for an undergraduate engineeringdegree. The research presented here focuses on implementing specific undergraduate leadershipcourses as part of an American Board of Engineering and Technology (ABET) accreditedprogram at a Midwestern University.The purpose of this study is to identify what professional skills engineering companies expectstudents to develop through coursework before

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Douglas R. Carroll

operating budget is becoming more andmore dependant on tuition revenue. This is going to change how state universitieslook at enrollment. Enrollment is going to become more important.Enrollment DetailsEnrollment tends to be proportional to the number of high school graduates.University enrollment lags high school graduation trends a few years because ittakes several years for the students to work their way through college. The chartsbelow show the expected number of high school graduates in Arkansas, Kansas,Missouri, Oklahoma and Nebraska. Proceedings of the 2009 Midwest Section Conference of the American Society for Engineering EducationFigure 1. Arkansas High School Graduation Numbers 1991-92 to 2004-05

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Bruce Dvorak; Dennis Schulte; Mary Garbacz; Shari Aldrich; David Admiraal; Julia Soulakova

rubric was integrated into the capstone presentations from thetwo departments. The three primary findings from this study were that (1) many engineeringstudents start college with weak writing skills; (2) a significant number of engineering studentsare graduating with writing skills below the desired level; and (3) based on the ACT score, abasic writing skills test and a writing sample, a heuristic can be developed to effectively identifystudents required to take an additional writing course at the start of his/her college career.IntroductionA one-year pilot study was performed to assess the undergraduate written and oralcommunication skills from two departments, Civil Engineering (CIVE) and Biological SystemsEngineering (BSEN), at the

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Robert D. Homolka

them”. This applies inmathematics because students sometimes say “Leave me alone. I’ll do it my way. This is how Ilearned it in high school.” Here are two examples of two different slide presentations used:Presentation #1: Baseball and Mathematics: Yogi Berra’s Guide to Teaching Mathematics(Three sample presentation slides):Slide One: Bob’s Drawers • What you know is what you know. • Do mathematically, anything you want, making sure what you do—you do right. • You do not know very muchSlide Two Yogi- Educator • Quoted more than most poets • “Never answers anonymous letters” • “I am not buying my

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Shannon G. Davis; Bryan W. Hill; Carol S. Gattis; Bradley M. Dearing; Christa N. Hestekin; Edgar C. Clausen

follow-up activities. This paper highlightsprogram developments and their impacts throughout the three year history of UASPP, andpresents the format for new activities as the program moves into its next three years.IntroductionThe National Science Foundation has recognized the need to introduce engineering and scienceto students at an early age in order to increase the number of students entering engineeringdisciplines. However, most students in the middle level grades (6th, 7th and 8th) are unaware ofopportunities in engineering and do not recognize engineering as a rewarding career option.Furthermore, research tells us that women and minority students are drastically underrepresentedin the engineering fields.1 To more effectively prepare

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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E. Carl Greco; Jim D. Reasoner

Society for Engineering Education 2student in the final week of the semester and consisted of a laboratory practicum and a separatePSpice circuit simulation component. The lab practicum was straight forward, laboratory skillbased, and covered only material presented in the weekly lab exercises. An objective measurewas established to determine a student's active participation level within a team. The lab finalpracticum and Pspice grades are shown in Figures 1 and 2 relative to the percentage of time eachstudent spent as an active participant (builder-tester) during the laboratory exercise. Astatistically significant correlation was found

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Robert I. Egbert

attend similar events on the MSU campus. We also arranged for a numberof engineering practitioners in the Springfield, MO area to come and speak to the class. A copyof the syllabus for EGR 110 from the fall 2009 semester is shown in Table 1, below. Proceedings of the 2009 Midwest Section Conference of the American Society for Engineering Education 3 Table 1. Syllabus for EGR 110 Fall 2008EGR110 Study and Careers in Engineering Agenda Fall 2008Week Tentative Schedule of Topics Assignments & ActivitiesAug. 28 Introduction, Expectations Read Syllabus and Grading

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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George E. Meyer

graduate student.Fourteen topic areas for the instrumentation and controls course are presented in Table 1. Thestudent begins with a study during week 1, the analysis of static and dynamic signals using anoscilloscope. Background is further enhanced by learning about features and capabilities of signalprocessing circuitry and digital acquisition. From that background, the student can select moderndata logging equipment for the problem at hand according to specifications for obtaining the bestmeasurement performance. Automation of digital measurements not only includes hardware butsoftware. LabVIEW® (www.ni.com or National Instruments, Austin, TX) programming is anexcellent software tool and has been used for the past five years in this

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Kevin R. Lewelling

1 Integration of First-Year Engineering Students into Research: 4 Year Data from the Electrical Vehicle Project (EVP) Kevin R. Lewelling University of Arkansas - Fort Smith 5210 Grand Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72913-3649AbstractThis paper describes how to integrate first-year engineering students into an ongoing researchproject to further promote education and enthusiasm for the realities of the engineeringprofession. The two methods used were (1) parallel process and (2) self contained process. Aparallel process is used when

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Crystal A. Powers; Donald M. Edwards; Dennis D. Schulte

to Biological Systems Engineering (BSEN) and Agricultural Engineering (AGEN)100 is a one-credit course required of all BSEN and AGEN majors at the University ofNebraska-Lincoln. This course is designed to introduce students to careers in biomedical,environmental, water resources, food and bioproduct, and agricultural engineering. It also coversthe human, economic, and environmental impacts of engineering in society; as well ascommunication, design, teamwork, and the role of ethics and professionalism in engineeringwork.The course objectives are to prepare students to: 1. Demonstrate understanding of the functions and societal impacts of engineering, and the defining characteristics of the biological systems and agricultural

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Michael Reynolds; David Paulus

   (84%) claimed they viewed them all. All but one student indicated that they had watched at leastone video multiple times. Fourteen students (74%) claimed they watched at least 3-5 videosmultiple times. Comments were generally positive, with students stating that they liked how theycould review specific material very quickly by advancing the video to a certain part of thelecture.Problem  Traditional Lecture  Hybrid Course Differential Equations  8.5  8.8 Multivariable Optimization  7.2  8.5 Solving for equation root  7.9  8.3 Table 1: Assessment from final exam

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Kellie Schneider; Heath A. Schluterman; C. Richard Cassady

A First-Year Experience Course Sequence for Engineering Students at the University of Arkansas Kellie Schneider, Heath A. Schluterman, Ph.D., C. Richard Cassady, Ph.D. University of ArkansasAbstractA new first-year experience program for College of Engineering students at the University ofArkansas was implemented in 2007. A key part of this program is a two-semester Introduction toEngineering course sequence. This paper summarizes our efforts in designing and implementingthis course sequence. The primary objectives of the course sequence are to provide students with(1) an ability to apply a structured, engineering problem solving approach, (2) an

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Ray A. Luechtefeld; Steve E. Watkins

adapt to changing conditions, and aneagerness for lifelong learning. This is a different kind of engineer from the norm that isbeing produced now” 1.Rather than being passionate and driven by curiosity and a desire to learn, too manyengineering students are passive, dependent learners, whose main question seems to be“Will this be on the test?” Research suggests that the roots of this problem lie in the kindof motivation used to prod student learning, which, in turn, springs from the verystructure of university education.Examinations, tests, and grades are a nearly ubiquitous feature of the student experience.Nearly every course requires a grade, and the method of determination of those gradesdescribed in painstaking detail is a common feature

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2009 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

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Greg Stephens

, training and diversity awareness for millennial generations andothers. Included in this document is a review of the Tilford Storytelling Project held at K-Statein Salina and a list of techniques K-State leaders and faculty can use to apply storytelling in theclassroom and work environment.Storytelling in the Academic WorldMany university instructors have feelings of ambivalence about incorporating storytellingtechniques into their lectures and teaching methods.1 Yet, “education requires an emotionalbond between the educator and the student, a connection that requires more than bullet charts andanimated graphics. Educating is not training or improving skills or distributing information. Toeducate people you must touch them. Successful speakers know