Paper ID #46450WIP: Enhancing Task Distribution in Project-Based Learning: A ManagementTool for Improved Course EfficiencyPrarthona Paul, University of Toronto Prarthona Paul completed her undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering at the University of Toronto, and is an incoming graduate student in Engineering Education at the University of Toronto. Her research interests include engineering education practices, engineering leadership at the workplace and university settings and integrating technology in engineering education.Anipreet Chowdhury, University of TorontoLoura Elshaer, University of TorontoAnushka Sethi
: Addressing the need-to-know local students, families, and communityThe National Research Council’s report [1] on “Successful K-12 STEM Education: IdentifyingEffective Approaches in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics” (2011), statesgoals of expanding the STEM-capable workforce and increasing scientific literacy for allstudents and highlights providing student-centered learning climates as one of the elements tosupport learning. In addition, the National Science Board Vision 2030 [2] further emphasizes theneed to develop STEM talent for America, and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary andSecondary Education Office of STEM [3] states the goal to “increase authentic connections ofSTEM learning to everyday experiences, local
Instructional Excellence (CIE), I work as a postdoctoral researcher, collaborating on faculty development, mentoring undergraduate students, and supporting curriculum initiatives. My passion lies in promoting STEM education, advocating for increased participation in STEM fields. Alongside my primary research, I am interested in human-computer interaction, AI in education, educational robotics, and user experience (UX) design, focusing on how technology can improve teaching and learning for all learners.Prof. Tamara J Moore, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE) Tamara J. Moore, Ph.D., is a Professor of Engineering Education and University Faculty Scholar at Purdue University, as well as the Executive Co-Director of
decision-making of engineering students when looking forjobs, including computer science/information technology students in India [14] and civilengineering students in the U.K. [15]. More specifically, in a survey of 331 U.K. final-year civilengineering students, Wilkinson found that women were significantly more likely to placeimportance on the ethical considerations of their work compared to men when accepting theirfirst job [15]. Additionally, Gokuladas found that undergraduate engineering students (n=560)choosing their first job were more intrinsically motivated than extrinsically motivated [14].Moreover, students from urban areas were more intrinsically motivated while rural/semi-urbanstudents were more extrinsically or interpersonally
," "improve," financial considerations, academic Topic 4 "requirements," "engineer," "relate," experiences and personal interests while "future," "excite." preparing for future jobs.These topics typically relate to increased knowledge in technology, career improvement, andpractical energy applications. However, some words overlap in these topics. The word “learn”overlaps in Topic 2 and 4 but their contexts are different from each other. In Topic 2, itrepresents learning about sustainability and in Topic 4, it reflects holistic learning for careerpreparation. Similarly, the word “job” overlaps in Topic 1 and Topic 3 but with differentmeanings. Topic 1 represents jobs in energy-based industry and
Paper ID #45879Solar Energy Activities Showcase (Resource Exchange)Julian Andrew SchmittMarlene Urbina Marlene Urbina is a freshman undergraduate students at Illinois State University studying Engineering and Technology Education.Alexander Michael Perhay Alexander Perhay is an undergraduate student at Illinois State University studying Engineering and Technology, and Computer Science. He is a student worker with SUPERCHARGE under the NSF grant.Chance William Tyler, Illinois State University Chance Tyler is a student at Illinois State University studying Engineering Technology and a student worker for the NSF
the application of biologically inspired design.Bryan Watson, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - Daytona Beach Bryan Watson, PE earned his Ph.D. at the Georgia Institute of Technology and his B.S. in Systems Engineering at the United States Naval Academy in 2009. After graduating, Bryan joined the nuclear Navy, serving as a submarine officer onboard the U.S.S Louisville and at the Naval Prototype Training Unit from 2009-2017. Significant milestones include earning the Master Training Specialist Certification (the military’s highest instructor accreditation), Nuclear Professional Engineer Certification, two Naval Achievement Medals, the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, and a Naval Commendation
Paper ID #46532Integration of Capstone Class and Student Competition Design TeamsDr. Diane L Peters P.E., Kettering University Dr. Peters is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Kettering University.Dr. Chinwe Tait, Kettering University Dr. Chinwe Tait is an Assistant Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Kettering University. She received her B.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering from Massachusetts Institute of Technology with a minor in Earth, Atmospheric, and Planetary Sciences. She then received her M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Electrical Engineering as well as a Certification in College
Paper ID #46727Effectiveness of Checklists in Developing Technical Writing SkillsDr. Gautom Kumar Das, University of Maryland Baltimore County Dr. Gautom Das is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Chemical, Biochemical and Environmental Engineering at UMBC. Prior to joining UMBC, he was a Research Scientist and Lecturer in the Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Rice University, and a Post-doctoral Scholar at the University of California, Davis. He earned his PhD in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from the Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He has worked in research laboratories in the US
embedded single case study will be conducted in two distinct phases: 1)analysis of all qualitative data and 2) analysis of the SIC-STEM 2.0 pre- and post-surveyresponses. The multi-method analysis will follow three key methods: 1) Wilcoxon signed ranktest, 2) reflexive thematic analysis, and 3) magnitude coding.3.2.1 Quantitative AnalysisQuantitative data will be analyzed using descriptive statistics for each participant. The Wilcoxonsigned rank test will be applied to the pre- and post- survey data. The additional questions and theSIC-STEM 2.0 Survey portions of the data will be analyzed separately. The SIC-STEM 2.0Survey measures responses by discipline (science, mathematics, engineering, and technology)with respect to five constructs: 1
in 2009, both from the University of Windsor, in Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Chris’ PhD from the University of Waterloo investigated how knowledge and personal epistemology of novice designers relate to their design behaviours. Chris is currently an Engineering Educational Developer with the Pearl Sullivan Engineering Ideas Clinic at the University of Waterloo. Chris is a fellow of the Canadian Engineering Education Association.Reem Roufail, University of Waterloo Reem Roufail is a materials engineer that is interested in engineering teaching and applying new technologies to engage students in class. Reem believes that learning is a continuous process that does not end with earning a degree. This explains her
Paper ID #45455Engagement in Practice: Connecting Undergraduate Students to CommunityOrganization through Design and Construction ExperienceDr. Katie Zoe Loughmiller, Kansas State University Katie Loughmiller is an Associate Professor of Architectural Engineering and Construction Science at Kansas State University holding the Martin K. Eby Distinguished Professorship. Her research areas include recruitment and retention of women in the building industry, construction scheduling and operations, and building sustainability. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Engagement in
andtraditional engineering methods, fostering critical evaluation and explanation skills.This integration of AI generated solutions into the lab is designed to expose students to thestrengths and limitations of readily available AI tools, preparing them to interact with thesetechnologies as they become more prevalent in engineering practice. Students inherently learn torecognize areas where AI excels, as well as areas where human expertise remains critical. Bymaintaining existing lab infrastructure while updating the assignments with AI tools, the labremains both modern and adaptable to future technological advancements. Additionally, thisframework enables instructors to easily update assignments semester to semester whilemaintaining the core
sample size. Keywords: Capstone Design, EDSE, Engineering, Science, Engineering Education1. BACKGROUND Capstone Design, a final requirement for graduation in many ABET-accredited engineeringprograms, gives students the opportunity to learn skills and experience through hands-on project-based assignments. At some universities, projects are sponsored and mentored by industry partners,also providing benefit to the local industry. This is true for Florida Polytechnic University, aScience, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) driven university, which offers>90% industry-sponsored capstone experiences annually. This provides a unique opportunity forthe students to experience professional growth and interact with industry. Prior
Matters.Dr. Rebecca Marie Reck, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign Rebecca M. Reck is a Teaching Associate Professor of Bioengineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Her research includes alternative grading, entrepreneurial mindset, instructional laboratories, and equity-focused teaching. She teaches biomedical instrumentation, signal processing, and control systems. She earned a Ph.D. in Systems Engineering from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University, and a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Work In
Paper ID #47721A New Approach to Capstone Design through Multidisciplinary Collaborationat Florida Polytechnic UniversityDr. Alexander R. Murphy, Florida Polytechnic University Dr. Alexander Murphy is currently an Assistant Professor at Florida Polytechnic University. Before this position, he held a Research Associate appointment at the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD). He was awarded an ASEE eFellows fellowship funded by NSF for the postdoctoral research position at UTD. He completed my Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering in July of 2021 at the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, Georgia. In Spring of 2018, he was
learning,” Center for Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Education/National Academy Press, 2000. [8] A. Aditomo, P. Goodyear, A.-M. Bliuc, and R. A. Ellis, “Inquiry-based learning in higher education: principal forms, educational objectives, and disciplinary variations,” Studies in Higher Education, vol. 38, no. 9, pp. 1239–1258, 2013. [9] J. S. Bruner, “The act of discovery.” Harvard educational review, 1961.[10] Y. Ozdem-Yilmaz and K. Bilican, “Discovery learning—jerome bruner,” Science education in theory and practice: An introductory guide to learning theory, pp. 177–190, 2020.[11] D. W. Chambers, “Putting down the discovery learning hypothesis,” Educational Technology, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 54–59, 1971. [Online
enrolled in this first offering of the course: 2 mechanicalengineering technology students, 4 health science students, and 6 psychology students. Theoriginal plan for dividing the students into groups was to have students from all disciplines oneach team. With only two engineering students, this was not possible without having teams thatwere believed to be too large to necessitate active participation of all members. As such, theengineering students formed a consulting team and the remaining students were divided intothree project teams, each of which was composed of health science and psychology students. Thecomposition and interaction of the teams is shown in Figure 3.Figure 3: Team composition and interactionFrom the vantage of engineering
writing, in terms of both students’ advancement through their careersand as part of program evaluation by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology[2]. Capstone design courses have become attractive contexts for writing instruction embeddedin a discipline specific context because they require students not only to devise solutions but alsoto explain how they arrived at those solutions through the design process [3]. Nevertheless,teaching writing alongside technical course content presents significant challenges. For example,faculty at the institution referenced in this report generally do not receive writing assessmenttraining. They are therefore unsure of how to grade written reports and uncomfortable withgrading them. Among
design experience with industry-sponsored multidisciplinary team projects,” in Technology-Based Re-Engineering Engineering Education Proceedings of Frontiers in Education FIE’96 26th Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT, USA: IEEE, Nov. 1996, pp. 1313–1316 vol.3.[11] M. Green, P. Leiffer, T. Hellmuth, R. Gonzalez, and S. Ayers, “Effectively Implementing The Interdisciplinary Senior Design Experience: A Case Study And Conclusions,” presented at the 2007 Annual Conference & Exposition, Honolulu, Hawaii: ASEE, Jun. 2007.[12] V. Vanessa Bracho Perez, A. Nunez Abreu, A. A. Khan, L. E. Guardia, I. M. Hasbun, and A. C. Strong, “Mechanical Engineering Students’ Perceptions of Design Skills Throughout a Senior Design
on STEM+CS education, particularly using qualitative methods to understand the integration of mathematics and science concepts with computational modeling and engineering design practices in technology-enhanced learning environments.Kimberly Wilkens, University of Virginia Kim Wilkens is the founder of Tech-Girls and founding board member of Charlottesville Women in Tech, a non-profit that provides human connections and resources for women and girls interested in or associated with technology. Kim has been at the forefront of K-12 computer science education at the local, state, national, and global levels and has over twenty years of experience integrating computer science in both school and out-of-school time
worldwide in technical and management positions in well testing, field development, and production enhancement. He served as SPE Drilling & Completion journal review chairman, SPE Cedric K. Ferguson Medal Award committee member, SPE Drilling, and Completion Advisory committee, and SPE advanced technology workshops. He received the A Peer Apart SPE Award, which is dedicated to the technical excellence of authors to the industry. He received the Associate of Former Student of Texas A&M University College-level Distinguished Achievement Award in Teaching and Distinguished Achievement for Petroleum Engineering Faculty, Society of Petroleum Engineers-Middle East & North Africa Region. Dr. Retnanto is an active
graduate and undergraduate students in pursuing critical and action-oriented research.Maimuna Begum Kali, Florida International University Maimuna Begum Kali is a Ph.D. candidate in the Engineering and Computing Education program at the School of Universal Computing, Construction, and Engineering Education (SUCCEED) at Florida International University (FIU). She earned her B.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET). Kali’s research interests center on exploring the experiences of marginalized engineering students, with a particular focus on their hidden identity, mental health, and wellbeing. Her work aims to enhance inclusivity and diversity in engineering
scholarship focuses on access to and engagement in faculty mentorship, the pathway into and through graduate education, and gender and race in engineering.Dr. Allison Godwin, Cornell University Allison Godwin, Ph.D. is the Dr. G. Stephen Irwin ’67, ’68 Professor in Engineering Education Research (Associate Professor) in the Robert Frederick Smith School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Cornell University. She is also the Associate Director of the Cornell NanoScale Science and Technology Facility and a McCormick Teaching Excellence Institute Research Fellow. Her research focuses on how identity, among other affective factors, influences diverse groups of students to choose engineering and persist in
research focused on the racialization of digital campus spaces through the lens of undergraduate experiences and administrative reflection on organizational infrastructure and digital campus culture. Her other research interests include racial equity and STEM education, whiteness and organizational change, untangling whiteness in research approaches, and equity-focused research on higher education in the deep south.Shaundra Bryant Daily, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Shaundra B. Daily is a Cue Family professor of practice in Electrical and Computer Engineering & Computer Science at Duke University and Levitan Faculty Fellow, Special Assistant to the Vice Provosts. Prior to joining Duke, she was an associate
Paper ID #48172Exploring the Impact of Hands-on Learning in Embedded Systems on UndergraduateResearch ExperiencesDr. Gang Sun, Northern Kentucky University I am an Associate Professor in EEET and MET programs at Northern Kentucky University. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Exploring the Impact of Hands-on Learning in Embedded Systems on Undergraduate Research Experiences Gang Sun Electrical & Electronics Engineering Technology Department of Physics, Geology and Engineering Technology
Chinese city whereSTEM education is publically promoted at the municipal level via local educational policies. Inparticular, these teachers were recruited via professional networks based on their activeinvolvement in organizing science and innovation activities and courses. Although they are notexclusively engineering teachers, they teach subjects closely related to engineering, such asGeneral Technique and Information Technology. In City S, the subject of General Techniquecovers topics such as engineering design and other engineering related topic in addition to theintroduction of some modern techniques(e.g. 3D printing). The perspectives of participantsprovide valuable insights into the study’s research questions, particularly regarding
Paper ID #48754Tabletop Microgrid DemonstrationDr. Reg Pecen, Sam Houston State University Dr. Reg Pecen is currently a Quanta Endowed Professor of the Department of Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. Dr. Pecen served as a professor and program chairs of Electrical Engineering Technology and Graduate Program at the University of Northern Iowa between 1998 to 2012.Dr. Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University Faruk Yildiz is currently a professor of Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University. His primary teaching areas are in Electronics, Computer Aided Design (CAD
Instruction at the University of Connecticut.Pamela C Detrois, University of Connecticut ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Characteristics and Discourses about Energy Transition: Insights fromCrossdisciplinary Student TalkAbstractDiscourses of energy and energy transition have become increasingly prevalent in informal and formallearning spaces. Energy transitions differ across regions, contexts, and technologies. The contextualnature of energy is an opportunity for a sociotechnical approach to its study. Energy transition is not onebig change effort but instead is made up of countless decision points negotiated by and throughgeography, technology, culture, and people. In this study, we examine the
Paper ID #48797Vintage Motorcycle Electric ConversionMr. Barry Hinds, Sam Houston State University Barry Hinds is an undergraduate senior pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. His current research focuses on the practical application of electric powertrains in vintage motorcycle conversions. This research aims to advance electric vehicle technology and minimize resource consumption by designing conversion systems that effectively utilize existing vehicle components.Dr. Reg Pecen, Sam Houston State University Dr. Reg Pecen is currently a Quanta