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Track 7: Technical Session 6: Using Grant Transition Periods to Improve Program Evaluation & Offerings; Case Study: Washington Space Grant

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Elizabeth Litzler, University of Washington; Rae Jing Han, University of Washington Center for Evaluation & Research for STEM Equity; Erin Carll, University of Washington; Kam H Yee, University of Washington; Brenda N Martinez, University of Washington

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

torefine the planned activities and the SMART goals and planned measurement of theoutcomes of those activities.The project supports students pursuing careers in STEM, helps develop facultyskills/knowledge and supports some pre-college education activities. The new granthas an increased focus on broadening participation and has a new requirement forexternal evaluation. Historically, 50% of student funding is awarded to marginalizedstudents in STEM. Starting in 2024 the program began to increase the percentage ofmarginalized student recipients and alongside funding will incorporate cohortprograms that honor students’ cultural, racial, and ethnic identities. The presentationwill discuss the motivations for the changes as well as some of the outcomes

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD) Technical Session 2: Student Success and Support

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jingjing Liu, Florida International University; Bruk T Berhane, Florida International University; Daniel I. Adeniranye, Florida International University; Janet Yowell, University of Colorado Boulder; Julian Rodrigo Sosa-Molano, Florida International University; Joseph Ronald Sturgess, Florida International University; Nick A. Stites, University of Colorado Boulder

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Diversity

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Two-Year College Division (TYCD)

completed—a 42% response rate,based on the total number of participating students who received the email invite (n = 50). Afterreviewing all responses, we analyzed the survey data and presented the results to the EMleadership team at the lead institution, along with college-based staff associated with EM. Basedon the survey responses, student demographics revealed a high percentage of students whoidentified as Black (38%), first-generation (81%), low-income (62%), and having a disability(43%), which underscores the program’ success in reaching underserved populations.ResultsAcademic backgroundsWe asked students about their academic background—i.e., questions about their academic plans,how they learned about the program, and why they chose to join

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Assessments, Feedback, & Grading

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jacqueline Jenkins, Cleveland State University

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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)

questions reported by Frisbie and Becker [1].A total of 45 true-false questions were written for four tests. The Operations, Design I, and Design II testseach had ten true-false questions while the Planning test had fifteen. The number of true-false questionsincluded on each version of each test is detailed on Table 1. The numbers shown in parentheses representtrue only and false only questions. A true only question was only written as a true statement, and a falseonly question was only written as a false statement. The true only and false only questions appeared oneach version of a test. The numbers outside of the parentheses represent the true and false variants. Thesewere the questions that were written as a true statement and as a corresponding

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division (CONST) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farzam S. Maleki P.E., Wentworth Institute of Technology ; Hariharan Naganathan, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, How, When? Wentworth Institute of TechnologyAbstractAs the construction industry increasingly adopts advanced sensing and mapping technologies,such as GPS, LiDAR, and 3D scanning, there is a growing imperative to integrate these toolsinto undergraduate Construction Management curricula. This study explores three key questions:(1) What are the justifications for incorporating these technologies? (2) What are the mosteffective methods for teaching them through experiential and virtual learning approaches? and(3) At what stage in undergraduate education is it optimal to introduce these technologies?A survey conducted among 121 undergraduate students enrolled in Estimating and Plan Readingcourses and insights gathered

Conference Session

Inspiring Future Engineers: Targeted Summer Programs for Diverse STEM Pathways

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Douglas Eric Dow, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Gloria Guohua Ma, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Mirza Farzana Halim

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

our university. The two-week-long program, modeled after college-level courses, had a mix of rising juniors and seniors.The students resided on campus and attended laboratory sessions four days a week, in two three-hour periods each day. The topics covered included the basics of robotics and key componentssuch as sensors, actuators, kinematics, obstacle avoidance, and trajectory planning. Each sessionstarted with a short lecture providing an overview of the activities and relevant theory. Studentsthen worked on several platforms over the two-week camp, including robotic arm manipulators,mobile robots, and a four-legged robot. Simultaneously, students worked in groups on a researchproject that focused on proposing a robotic design to address a

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Best of Construction

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tejal Mulay, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Doreen Kobelo Regalado, Florida A&M University - Florida State University; Mohamed Khalafalla, Florida A&M University - Florida State University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

, with specific interest in careers such as civil engineering, urban planning, andtraffic management. The camp also fostered increased enthusiasm for other STEM fields. 55% ofparticipants reported heightened interest in engineering, while 35% expressed increased curiosityabout environmental science. The camp's combination of interactive learning sessions, exposureto real-world transportation challenges, and direct engagement with industry experts played a keyrole in these outcomes. Furthermore, the program positively influenced career exploration, with30% of students considering roles in civil engineering, 25% in robotics, and 20% in constructionmanagement as a result of their camp experience. The field trips and hands-on activities, such

Conference Session

Industry Advisory Boards, Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Erik Carl Backus, Project Unlock; Jessica P.M. Fick, University of Wisconsin - Platteville; Jennifer S Atchison, Drexel University; Jagadish Torlapati, Rowan University; Philip J. Parker P.E., University of Wisconsin - Platteville; Jodi F. Prosise, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

. Theparticipants follow the steps outlined in Figure 3. We are intentional about collecting assets thatparticipants are willing to share so that no projects are selected that the board does not have thephysical, skills, social, or capital assets to complete. This empowers participants to select aPartnership Project that they will develop collaboratively over the next year. Because this is ayear-long commitment, participants must be ready and willing to commit to this ahead of theworkshop. Once a project is selected, the participants create an action plan and decide when tomeet again. The process and actions taken after the workshop are intended to encourage activeparticipation and the building of trust among the group.A successful workshop begins with a

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED): Models, Methods & Frameworks for Experiential Learning

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin C Willis, University of Maine, Advanced Structures and Composites Center.

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Cooperative and Experiential Education Division (CEED)

. What considerations should I make when planning a material test for physical or mechanical characteristics?2. How can I use standardized testing procedures to make my testing safe and replicable?3. How can hydraulic or electromechanical test frames at the ASCC be used to perform mechanical testing?4. What measures can I take to ensure the accuracy of electrical signals collected as part of my measurement and testing system?5. What information is necessary and prudent to document as part of completing a testing experiment?4.2.2. Content Outline The level two content outline is divided into three subject areas. When a subject area ispresented as a micro-badge, this will be identified in the list header in parenthesis.Experimental

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Inspiring Future Engineers: Targeted Summer Programs for Diverse STEM Pathways

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Xi Wang, Drexel University; Lingzi Wu, University of Washington; tianjiao zhao, East Carolina University; Yinhai Wang, University of Washington

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

future needs. Furthermore, they emphasizedthe need for strategic workforce planning rather than simply filling job vacancies, especially in acompetitive employment market. Fast forward to today, the urgency for workforce developmentin transportation has reached unprecedented levels. Resources available for modernizing andmanaging transportation systems are dwindling, while demographic shifts, rising mobilitydemands, and environmental challenges require significant investments in technology andinfrastructure. The transportation workforce must be prepared to tackle these urgent issues,leading to a need for training and education that aligns with the changing environment. As aresult, the demand for programs focused on transportation workforce

Conference Session

Manufacturing Division (MFG) Technical Session 2

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Weihang Zhu, University of Houston - COE; Mariam Manuel, University of Houston - COE; Paige Evans, University of Houston; Peter Weber, University of Houston, College of Technology (MERGED MEMBERSHIP WITH COE)

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Manufacturing Division (MFG)

code, STL, slicer TK 6 Part 2: 3D modeling SolidWorks Apps for Kids; open source TK,CK models 3 Part 2: 3DP Print quality, calibration, post-processing, TK troubleshooting maintenance II 6 Invention design Each group prototype an innovation using PK,PCK I challenge 3D printed parts and standard components TPK that can be purchased IV 12 Curricular development Preservice teachers’ own lesson plans TPCK The course is structured into four modules, as summarized below:Module Overview: I. Introduction to

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Tech Session 4: Embedding Engineering for One Planet (EOP) Framework in Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Poornima Jayasinghe, University of Calgary; Robyn Paul, University of Calgary; Marjan Eggermont, University of Calgary; Sumaya Nsair, University of Calgary

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

Introduction to Sustainable Systems Designcourse (SUSE 300), we leveraged the Engineering for One Planet (EOP) Framework [5]. Thisframework centers systems thinking and provides guidance for developing knowledge and1 https://economicgraph.linkedin.com/research/global-green-skills-reportunderstanding alongside the necessary skills, experiences, and behaviors. Figure 1 below showsan early version of curriculum mapping completed in Tableau, showing how the curriculum wasaligned with the competencies outlined in EOP Framework. Figure 1 specifically highlightsSUSE 300 (originally called SUSE 301) and the competencies planned for this course.Figure 1. Early Curriculum Mapping of SUSE to EOP FrameworkOverall, this paper provides a case study example of

Conference Session

Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lei Miao, Middle Tennessee State Univ.; Christopher Daniel Winfrey, Middle Tennessee State University; hongbo zhang

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

, the participants of the NSTI program presented what they hadlearned in front of the parents/guardians and the representatives from the civil rights division ofour state’s DOT. We conducted surveys among the participants before and after the program. Thepresentations and the survey results indicate that our NSTI program has greatly promoted theparticipants’ interests in STEM and transportation related career.This paper details the organization and execution of the NSTI program, including planning,participants recruiting, curriculum design, daily activities, field trips, presentations, and results ofthe robotic challenges. We also present the survey results and tips and lessons learned. We believethat this paper will be beneficial for the

Conference Session

Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI) Best Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Haolin Zhu, Arizona State University; Amy Trowbridge, Arizona State University; Sue Ellen Huffman; Stefani Jenkins, Arizona State University

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Multidisciplinary Engineering Division (MULTI)

competencies and seeing an example four-year student plan particularly helpful.Background and MotivationThe Grand Challenges Scholars Program (GCSP) at Arizona State University (ASU) is a co-curricular program that typically spans a student’s entire undergraduate career. Majority of thestudents join the program either before their first semester or during their first year at theuniversity. Throughout their time in the program, each student engages in a personalizedcombination of courses and/or experiences, all focused on an overarching theme of their choice(Sustainability, Health, Security, Joy of Living), to achieve five program competencies: Talent,Multidisciplinary, Viable Business/Entrepreneurship, Multicultural, and Social Consciousness[1]. Each

Conference Session

Honoring the Legacy of Lisa Bullard: A View of the Present and Future

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Courtney Pfluger, Northeastern University

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Diversity

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Chemical Engineering Division (ChED)

the engineering design process to come up with a business plan, considermultiple designs, and come up with a final detailed design process. The design is validated withproof of concept data from a prototype, experiments, or simulation of the process to show thedesign is feasible and use that data to improve the design. Teams present, in multiple formats, theprogress and final design to peers and the greater chemical engineering community and alsosubmit multiple progress reports that turn into the final design report at the end of the semester.Project topics are specifically selected to address real-world sustainability and environmentalissues that have valuable positive societal impacts. The decision to redesign the capstone coursewas

Conference Session

Track 2: Technical Session 3: Piloting A Personalized Learning Model for Chemical Engineering Graduate Education: Lessons Learned from Creating a Chemical Engineering Body of Knowledge

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

April Dukes, University of Pittsburgh; Mary E. Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Susan K Fullerton Shirey, University of Pittsburgh

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions, Diversity

development and training of CHE graduate students. • Customized Learning Paths • Individual Development Paths • Modular Coursework • Student-Centered Approach • Continuous Assessment and FeedbackOverall Research Goals• Goal 1: • Create a personalized learning model (PLM) for graduate STEM education that is inclusive and incorporates professional training• Goal 2: • Generate the knowledge and examine the potential to extend the PLM from one STEM context to anotherDiversity, Inclusivity, and our PLM• IDPs are a student-centered tool for academic and career development planning. (Instructional Goals)• Increased choice in courses and professional development stream activities respects diverse interests and career paths. (Task

Conference Session

GIFTS I

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Mirna Mattjik, Colorado School of Mines; Michelle Marincel Payne, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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FYEE 2025

institutions: Rose-Hulman Institute ofTechnology (Rose-Hulman) and Colorado School of Mines (Mines). This collaboration is in itsearly stages, currently centered around the exchange of unique experiences between the twoinstitutions. While existing literature includes numerous studies on psychological safety inworkplace settings, there are comparatively fewer publications addressing psychological safetyin higher education contexts [3]. Through sharing their practices and experiences, the authorsaim to contribute to closing this gap in literature. In the GIFTS presentation, the authors plan toshare their experiences to date.Experimental Methods and Project ApproachAt Mines and Rose-Hulman, the authors have developed scenarios for role-playing related

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WORKSHOP I: Integrating Service Learning into First-Year Engineering Courses: A Hands-On Workshop

Collection

FYEE 2025 Conference

Authors

Kathryn Schulte Grahame, Northeastern University; Brian Patrick O'Connell, Northeastern University; Anne Shea, Northeastern University; Kennedy Gallagher, Northeastern University

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FYEE 2025

, community-based projects foster a sense ofbelonging and purpose among first-year students who might otherwise feel disconnected in largeintroductory courses, creating supportive peer networks and mentorship opportunities [11].Research has shown that successful implementation of STEAM and service learning partnershipsrequires thoughtful structure, communication plans, and mutual benefits for all stakeholders [6].Perhaps most importantly, introducing service-learning at this formative stage helps establish anethos of social responsibility and ethical awareness that can shape students' approach toengineering throughout their education and careers. This workshop will explore proven strategies fordeveloping sustainable service-learning partnerships that

Conference Session

Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Omar McFarlane Sweeney, University of Florida; Vani Ruchika Pabba, University of Florida; Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida

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Diversity, Professional Papers

continuously attends and presents refereed papers at international, national, and local professional meetings and conferences. Lastly, Najafi attends courses, seminars, and workshops and has developed courses, videos, and software packages during his career. Najafi has more than 300 refereed articles. His areas of specialization include transportation planning and management, legal aspects, construction contract administration, public works, and Renewable Energy. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Sustainable Cities Using Renewable Energy: A Case Study of a Renewable CityAbstractThe paper aims to examine the ability of countries to develop

Conference Session

Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nadia Al-Aubaidy, Norwich University

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Environmental Engineering & Sustainability Division (ENVIRON)

being particularly impactful. future generations. This trend is driven by growing environmental concerns, through a written report and PowerPoint presentation. curriculum, emphasizing how it provided a fresh perspective on construction Challenges included scaling and layout errors in site planning exercises, which regulatory changes and compliance, industry standards, and market demand. As a The Building Information Modeling and Integrated Practices Course taught projects. Key takeaways included: provided learning opportunities for future improvements

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG) Poster Session

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emily Wonnacott-Stanley, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

was an important trait that helps withretention of the girls in the program, since they are already at school and transportation isalready planned for by their adult. Adapting to their existing schedule and module meant thegirls were in a mindset for learning and being with their peers.We implemented with the grade levels kindergarten through 7th grade which is an importantfactor in the STEM career/degree pipeline, as underrepresentation starts early (Finn et al 2023,Fry et al. 2021). Many universities focus outreach and engagement on high school students toincrease enrollment potential and do not address the need in their target communities forengagement at a younger level. Our operational model is a “program on demand” style, withplanned

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ping Wang, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville; Shichun Huang, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

, andwe only introduced only those important ideas which are crucial for understanding AI/ML. Wealso provided engaging datasets for linear algebra for AI literacy lessons, includingFeedback from our participants on our linear algebra for AI literacy lessons showed that linearalgebra concepts and notations helped them understand neural networks and enabled them totinker with the code within the given colab notebooks themselves. They felt empowered throughlearning solid and foundational knowledge.Future WorkWe plan to teach this linear algebra component in the first week of our incoming summerprogram in 2025. The initial research result will be used to develop the qualitative methods forthe next phase of the research project. Particularly, we

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session II

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hannah Glisson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Felicity Bilow, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Jacob R Grohs, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

workshops are being planned, focusing onsystems thinking, engineering careers, and other STEM topics. Strengthening Regional CollaborationsPartnerships with Virginia Tech’s Center for Educational Networks and Impacts (CENI), andother regional stakeholders have played a critical role in expanding the project’s reach. TheCENI Educator Liaison Network has been particularly valuable, facilitating connections withschool systems across the region and identifying opportunities for deeper engagement. Weeklymeetings with this network have allowed the project team to remain responsive to the evolvingneeds of educators and to build relationships that are essential for long-term impact.Engagement with regional initiatives, such as

Conference Session

Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED) - Visual Strategies in Design

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reid Bailey, University of Virginia; Jennifer A Turns, University of Washington; Krina Patel, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York; Susannah Howe, Smith College; Micah Lande, South Dakota School of Mines & Technology; Eli Patten, University of Washington; Cynthia J. Atman, University of Washington

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Design in Engineering Education Division (DEED)

thetimeline data for about one hour in a classroom setting were asked “Will information from thisexercise affect how you will do design in the future? How?” [7]. An analysis of the open-endedstudent responses showed that students claimed that they would change their design behaviorgoing forward. The student responses were grouped into three categories that map to theliterature of metacognition [10], [11], with most responses in “Planning”, followed by“Monitoring”, and then “Evaluating.” A sample of student responses include: “I will make sureto break up the time spent modeling to check other aspects of the problem. I will make sure togather a lot of information/ideas in the beginning before I start modeling” and “I will make surethat I am not too

Conference Session

Student Success and Support Mechanisms in Engineering Education

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jemal Bedane Halkiyo, Arizona State University; Abdisa Bedane Halkiyu, Bule Hora University

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Diversity

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Student Division (STDT)

academic success, particularly within online learningcontexts where students must often self-regulate in the absence of structured face-to-faceinteractions [2], [3], [4]. The self-directed nature of online education requires students to notonly master content knowledge but also develop efficient time management strategies. Researchshows that inadequate time management skills correlate with increased stress, diminishedacademic performance, and higher dropout rates [5]. Therefore, understanding the specific timemanagement challenges faced by online students is important for crafting suitable interventionsand support frameworks.Time management entails a range of skills, including planning, prioritization, goal-setting, andself-monitoring, alongside

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session I

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy B Chan Hilton, University of Southern Indiana; Shelly B. Blunt, University of Southern Indiana; William Elliott, University of Southern Indiana

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

students enrolled in an introductory course inform teaching considerations and strategies. The purpose was to explore how student academic and demographic data might be used inform course planning and teaching at the start of the semester. 3. Exploring DFW rates (non-passing grades) for an example introductory course led to course and advising changes. The purpose was to consider an example of changes to Introductory Physics courses and advising to prompt questions and ideas for one’s undergraduate program. 4. Exploring data on an introductory course sequence grades disaggregated by number of attempts (students who are taking the course for the first time or repeating). The purpose was to insights from

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: AI & Automation

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Souhail Elhouar, Bradley University; Phuong Nguyen, South Dakota State University

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

tools not only contributes to current projects, butpotentially helps in the development of future tools as well. This training should start at the mostformative steps; construction engineering and management programs must embrace this burdenof preparing its graduates for work in environments dominated by AI.The benefits of the integration of AI in construction practice have been enumerated by manyresearchers and even labeled as indisputable [1]. According to Regona et al. [2], the benefits ofthe use of AI include the prevention of cost overruns, improvements in safety, increasedefficiency in management of project plans, and growth of productivity on sites. They also statedthat the use of AI technologies has enhanced automated processes

Conference Session

Advancing Robotics Education: Frameworks, Platforms, and Teacher Preparation for K-12 Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ricardo Moreira; Tommaso Verdiglione, Wentworth Institute of Technology; Saurav Basnet, WentWorth Institute of Technol; Tahmid Latif, Wentworth Institute of Technology

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

humanoidrobot. Guided by a preliminary lesson plan developed in consultation with educators for differentage groups, students can take their first steps towards learning to program a microcontroller-based robot, access an array of low-cost sensors for sensing the ambient environment, andcontrol actuators (like motors) to have the robot perform specific actions. This will potentiallystrengthen their knowledge and interest in robotics, and more broadly, STEM.IntroductionRobots have become an integral part of traditional education. Conceptual and hands-onknowledge across several topics in robotics, including developing mathematical skills, problem-solving, and critical thinking, may enhance learning and development skills in STEM forconventional students

Conference Session

PCEE Instructional Showcases

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephanie Weber, National Center for Women & Information Technology ; Lyn Ely Swackhamer, NCWIT/University of Colorado

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

teamwork skills. "how-to" videos augment our my science curriculum, I was left grappling with the curriculum, providing question, "What does K-8 Engineering look like?" step-by-step guidance to help Teach Engineering came to my rescue with a T E AC H E R -T E S T E D & educators seamlessly integrate plethora of lesson plans and hands-on activities PEER-REVIEWED hands-on engineering lessons that were ready to use tomorrow, utilizing easily and activities into their

Conference Session

Persistence, Outcomes and Barriers for Women in Engineering

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anna Keune, Technical University of Munich; Daniela Villarreal Bermúdez; Kylie Peppler, University of California, Irvine

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering Division (WIED)

, materials-first approach, integratingmental visualization with hands-on experimentation. In contrast, engineers' formal trainingoften impeded practical problem-solving, as their emphasis on technical precision andextensive planning led to less functional solutions. These results suggest that engineeringeducation might benefit from incorporating diverse approaches to spatial reasoning,particularly through craft-based activities that encourage direct material engagement andflexible problem-solving strategies. This study has significant implications for engineering education, suggesting thatincorporating craft-based activities and validating multiple approaches to spatial reasoningcould enhance spatial skill development while potentially

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Track 4: Technical Session 6: Building a Future in STEM: The Girl Scouts and a University Partnership

Collection

2025 Collaborative Network for Engineering & Computing Diversity (CoNECD)

Authors

Elizabeth Hart, University of Dayton

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2025 CoNECD Paper Submissions

3. Plan a Take Action project that helps others.Specific STEM Activities and BadgesFacilitated DAISY ROLLER COASTER DESIGN CHALLENGE BADGE Grade Level – Kindergarten - 1st Badge Requirements ▪ Make a simple roller coaster car ▪ Build a model of a roller coaster ▪ Test your roller coaster One of Daisy Mechanical Engineering Design Challenge Badges ▪ Board Game Design Challenge ▪ Roller Coaster Design Challenge ▪ Model Car Design ChallengeSpecific STEM Activities and BadgesFacilitatedJunior Think Like A Daisy STEM Career Ambassador