Paper ID #16848Using Peer Mentoring to Enhance Transfer Student Experience and IncreaseStudent Success in Mechanical EngineeringMr. Nicolas N Brown, University of Utah Department of Mechanical Engineering Nicolas is a senior in the mechanical engineering department at the University of Utah. He is the peer mentoring coordinator for the Department of Mechanical Engineering, as well as an Undergraduate Re- search Assistant for the Ergonomics and Safety Lab. His current area of research involves designing and integrating control systems on recreational equipment for high-level spinal cord injury patients. Nicolas’ senior
Paper ID #16251Microscale Implementation and Image Analysis of Fluid ProcessesDr. Michael G. Mauk, Drexel University Michael Mauk is Assistant Professor in Drexel University’s Engineering Technology program.Dr. Richard Chiou, Drexel University Dr. Richard Chiou is Associate Professor within the Engineering Technology Department at Drexel Uni- versity, Philadelphia, USA. He received his Ph.D. degree in the G.W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering at Georgia Institute of Technology. His educational background is in manufacturing with an emphasis on mechatronics. In addition to his many years of industrial experience, he
below)revealed some interesting results. In the entry surveys, all five participants had scattered answersfor questions 1 and 2 and “Yes” on question 3. At the end of the outreach program all thestudents answered “Very Well” on the first and “Yes” on the second and third questions. Thisalso shows the impact of the outreach program on the students’ self-confidence and motivation.Table 3. S-STEM Survey “About Yourself” Questions [8]ImpactThe authors have combined the NRC strategies with the California Life Sciences Institute callsfor authentic collaborative cross-disciplinary experiences by integrating research-based high-impact practices into an outreach workshop on Increasing Diversity in Engineering And Labor(IDEAL) force, involving middle and
intersectionality and disability issues, we feel likewe could have been more intentional with the way that we integrated these concepts. We are thefirst to admit that we could have done more in both arenas. For example, we didn’t budget forprofessional captioning or a sign language interpreter in case these were needed by ourparticipants. We did use an auto captioning service, but we know that those are flawed. Anotherarea where we could have planned to dedicate more resources was to communications. Weseverely underestimated the effort that it took to reach out to the different communities that wewanted to invite, especially since we were not insiders in those fields. Partway through theplanning we brought on one of our colleagues as a communications
Paper ID #33124Engineering in Videogames: A Case Study of Iconoclasts Narrative andInteractive Portrayal of EngineersDr. Corey T. Schimpf, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York (CoE) Corey Schimpf is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education at the University at Buffalo with interest in engineering design, advancing research methods, and technology innovations to support learning in complex domains. One major strand of his work focuses on analyzing how expertise develops in engineering design across the continuum from novice pre-college students to practicing en- gineers. Another
involved in real world technology driven Page 26.269.2problems4. This implies that there is a need for educators to make the required changes in eithertheir curriculum or the approach taken towards students for them to acquire emerging technicalskills for successful employment in complex conglomerative working environments 3.While STEM plays an important role in student education, it is to be noted that at the collegelevel, many students are dropping out of STEM majors, implying that there is a need to increasestudent retention. According to AT&T Aspire, many high-paying STEM jobs are going unfilledbecause the candidates lack the necessary
Paper ID #11273Understanding Youth Collaboration: How learners experience the designprocess in a collaborative context (fundamental)Dr. Michelle E Jordan , Arizona State University Michelle Jordan earned her PhD in Educational Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin, focusing her studies on learning, cognition, and motivation with an emphasis on classroom discourse. She joined the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College at Arizona State University in 2010. Her interdisciplinary research draws on traditions in qualitative inquiry, sociolinguistics, complexity theories, and the learning sciences. Partnering with teachers
, Associate Editor for Engineering Studies, and Executive Committee Member of the International Society for Ethics Across the Curriculum. Dr. Zhu’s research interests include global and international engineering education, engineering ethics, engineering cultures, and ethics and policy of computing technologies and robotics.Dr. Scott Streiner, University of Pittsburgh Scott Streiner is an Assistant Professor in the Industrial Engineering Department, teaches in the First-Year Engineering Program and works in the Engineering Education Research Center (EERC) in the Swanson School of Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh. Scott has received funding through NSF to conduct research on the impact of game-based
Paper ID #40679The Pink Paradox: Tensions in How STEM Toys are Marketed Toward GirlsDr. Theresa Green, Purdue University Dr. Theresa Green is a postdoctoral researcher at Purdue University with a Ph.D. in Engineering Edu- cation. Her research interests include K-12 STEM integration, curriculum development, and improving diversity and inclusion in engineering.Mr. Artre Reginald Turner, Purdue University at West Lafayette Artre Turner is a dedicated graduate student deeply invested in advancing the field of engineering edu- cation. With a methodical and inquisitive approach to his studies, he’s pioneering research that
. Putting theory into practice, she teaches a service-learning course at UCSC wherein interdisciplinary teams of students work in an layered apprenticeship model with community mentors to design and implement sustainable solutions to water, energy, waste, transportation and social challenges using ”green technology”. Dr. Ball has worked as a research fellow with two NSF Centers for Learning and Teaching and most recently on several NSF projects that focus the integration of engineering and social science to support the advancement of experiential learning for sustainability in higher education.Linnea Kristina Beckett, University of California - Santa Cruz Linnea Beckett is a PhD Candidate in Education at the University of
College student applicants and of controls for each project cohort, (b) the tracking of theacademic progress and performance of participating and control students in each project cohort,first at the State College and then, thereafter, when they transfer to FAU, and (c) support of themulti-year project evaluation and reporting process. A major focus of the longitudinal projectdatabase is the integration of student records as they complete their A.A. degree and continue onto the university where they will complete their Bachelor’s degree in computer science.The project created a web application that enabled students at B.C. and PBSC to enter their studentinformation by themselves, and that was completed this year. Once an early release of the
in K-12 education, higher education, and Corporate America. Her research is focused upon the use of mixed methodologies to explore significant research questions in undergraduate, graduate, and professional engineering education, to integrate concepts from higher education and learning science into engineering education, and to develop and disseminate reliable and valid assessment tools for use across the engineering education continuum. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Characterization of Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts Criteria in NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program ApplicationsAbstractThis research uses content
Paper ID #16053Promote Students’ Understanding of Engineering Dynamics: A True/FalseReasoning PracticeDr. Shaobo Huang, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dr. Shaobo Huang is an Assistant Professor and the Stensaas Endowed STEM Chair in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at South Dakota School of Mines & Technology. Her research interests in- clude student retention and academic performance in engineering, student achievement evaluation and assessment, and K-12 STEM curriculum design.Dr. John M. Mativo, University of Georgia Dr. John Mativo is Associate Professor at the University of Georgia
Paper ID #41730Microelectronics Research and Global Competencies: Unpacking ResearchAbroad Experiences of Engineering StudentsChibuzor Joseph Okocha, University of Florida Okocha Chibuzor Joseph is an ambitious Ph.D. student at the University of Florida, specializing in the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in engineering Education and computer science education with a significant focus on global competence. His pioneering research, guided by Professor Gloria Kim, is at the forefront of educational innovation and aims to transform the landscape of learning in these technologically advanced fields. Chibuzor
program development. Recently, she co-developed the curriculum for the new Minor in Global Engineering offered by the CU Boulder College of Engineering and Applied Science starting in fall 2016. Dr. Sandekian earned B.S. and M.S. degrees in Aerospace Engineering Sciences at CU Boulder, a Spe- cialist in Education (Ed. S.) degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Northern Colorado, and her Ph.D. in Higher Education Student Affairs Leadership at the University of Northern Colorado in December 2017. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Finding the Rainbow Needles in the Engineering Haystack: Connecting with a Hard-to-Reach
roboticsprograms on a broader set of educational attitudes that are also related to long-term achievementand success in school.The youth development literature also points to positive impacts from these types of hands-onlearning experiences on a variety of life and workplace-related skills, including teamwork,communications, project management and problem-solving skills [38], [39]. These types of skillsare increasingly considered essential workplace skills and the teaching of these skills is nowconsidered an integral part of engineering education [40], [41],[42], [4].While math and science-related attitudes and those related to educational competence andengagement provide an interim set of outcomes or predictors of interest, this study also focuseson more
is a culmination of an in-depthstudy on the engineering behind all of the individual processes that contributed to it and is meantto demonstrate these processes to a public audience. Ancient engineering is rarely discussed inthe context of engineering education curriculums, and these cases frequently segregate differentand sometimes critical aspects in an attempt to distinguish each other. But by understanding theway a monument was constructed, students will also understand engineering principles, labormanagement, material and equipment ergonomics, and sustainability. In the study, most of the calculations, concepts, and theories were given textual explanation,proof, and diagrams explaining both general notions and specific details
technological innovation at the regional and global level.Ms. Morgan Anderson, University of Washington, Seattle Morgan Anderson received her bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood and Elementary Education from Hofstra University and her master’s degree in School Psychology from the University of Washington, Seattle. She is interested in the use of digital tools to support school-community partnerships that enhance access to mental wellness assessment and intervention.Neha Kardam, University of Washington Neha Kardam is a Ph.D. student in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Washington, Seattle. She has a Master’s Degree in Power System and is also working as an Assistant Professor and Department Chair in
interests include effective teaching, conceptual and inductive learning, integrating writing and speaking into the curriculum and professional ethics. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Why Not Ask Students to Explain Themselves? Enhancing Conceptual Testing with Technical Writing1. IntroductionRecently a great deal of exciting work has been performed on concept-based instruction inchemical engineering, in particular the efforts associated with the AIChE Concept Warehouse(AIChE-CW)1,2. The AIChE-CW provides chemical engineering educators with instruments forevaluating students’ conceptual understanding of course material. Conceptual learning is notwell-served by traditional
radioactive waste management, advanced nuclear fuel cycle systems, and nuclear security policy to energy science and technology, energy sustainability, engineering ethics, and engineering education. She is a national member of the American Nuclear Society and a founding member of Nuclear Pride.Prof. Wil V. Srubar III, University of Colorado Boulder Wil V. Srubar III is an assistant professor of civil, environmental, and architectural engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder. Prof. Srubar received his PhD in structural engineering and materials science from Stanford University in 2013. He received his bachelors degree in civil engineering and ar- chitectural history from Texas A&M University in 2006 and his
Paper ID #14402Can Service Learning Impact Student Learning and Motivation in a Re-quired Engineering Probability and Statistics Course?Dr. Abbie B Liel P.E., University of Colorado - Boulder Dr. Abbie B. Liel is an associate professor of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering at the University of Colorado Boulder.Timothy J Clarkin, University of Colorado - Boulder Mr. Clarkin is pursuing a M.S. in Civil Systems Engineering at University of Colorado at Boulder, with a focus in Water Resources and a certificate in Engineering for Developing Communities. Eventually, he would like to work on water supply systems in
their intentions for social impact in CS. We use these findings to suggest that CSsupport programs encourage their participants to form student-led, virtual communities forprofessional development, and engage socially-oriented individuals, respectively. Above all, weencourage facilitators of CS support programs and educational settings to remain strategic in thedesign of curriculums and environments. With an emphasis on changes in systems over students[26], [73], we believe that the field can resourcefully nurture the persistence of students ofdiverse identities, ultimately encouraging a future of equitable innovation in CS.References[1] T. Highfill and C. Surfield, “New and Revised Statistics of the U.S. Digital Economy, 2005–2020”, [Online
President of Research Triangle Educational Consultants. She received her Ph.D.in Educational Research and Policy Analysis from NC State University in 1996. She also has an MBA from Indiana University (Bloomington) and a bachelor’s degree from Duke University. She specializes in evaluation and research in engineering education, computer science education, teacher education, and technology education. Dr. Brawner is a founding member and former treasurer of Research Triangle Park Evaluators, an American Evaluation Association affiliate organization and is a member of the Amer- ican Educational Research Association and American Evaluation Association, in addition to ASEE. Dr. Brawner is also an Extension Services Consultant
software product is likethat used to specify any other type of software product. However, unlike most software products,games have an entertainment dimension. People play computer games because games are fun[6].The authors believe that the capstone design course should not be the only opportunity forstudents to manage complex software development projects. This suggests the use of othercourses in the curriculum such as a game design course as a means of providing additionalsoftware engineering experiences. This paper describes the authors’ experiences revising andemploying active learning materials to teach software engineering content in a sequence of twogame design courses offered in both face-to-face and asynchronous online modalities during
Paper ID #20589Effect of Demographics on the Spatial Visualization Skills in 2D and 3D CourseOfferingsDr. Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University Faculty member in the Department of Engineering Design, Manufacturing, and Management Systems (EDMMS) at Western Michigan University’s (WMU). Co-Director of the Center for Integrated Design (CID), and currently the college representative to the President’s University-wide Sustainability Com- mittee at WMU. Received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering-Design from University of Wisconsin- Madison and received an MBA from Rutgers University. His B.S. degree was in Mechanical
Paper ID #43669Assessing LEED Credit Weighting: A Dual Perspective on Sustainable Constructionand Educational ImplicationsDr. Mohsen Goodarzi, Ball State University Dr. Mohsen Goodarzi is an assistant professor of construction Management at Ball State University. He received his Ph.D. in Construction Management from Michigan State University in 2021. His research focuses on green building, sustainable built environment, life cycle costing, and construction education.Dr. Mohsen Garshasby, Mississippi State University Mohsen Garshasby is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Building Construction Science at
Paper ID #32600The Relations between Ethical Reasoning and Moral Intuitions amongEngineering Students in ChinaDr. Rockwell Franklin Clancy III, Delft University of Technology Rockwell F. Clancy is a lecturer at TU Delft. Before joining Delft, he was an Associate Teaching Professor in engineering ethics and philosophy at the University of Michigan-Shanghai Jiao Tong University Joint Institute and Research Fellow in the Institute of Social Cognition and Decision-making, both in Shanghai Jiao Tong University. His research and teaching interests include engineering ethics, moral psychology, philosophy of technology, Chinese
undergoing their three-year evaluation by an external Committee ofVisitors. This process is intended to assess the quality and integrity of the program operations andmanagement, and the division’s contribution towards NSF’s mission and strategic goals. I quicklybecame fascinated by the challenges in how to assess the Broader Impact Merit Review Criteriaafter speaking with several Program Officers and reading the 2013 report from the EEC COV. TheEEC COV report echoed some of the concerns Program Officers were hearing from the PIcommunity around the Broader Impact criterion. Thus, with the support of my summer mentors, Idecided to conduct an exploratory study to gain insight into how the PI community was addressingand proposing to assess Broader
University and has served as a Fulbright Scholar at Kathmandu University it Nepal. At Cal Poly, he teaches an Interdisciplinary senior project class and teaches mechanics and design courses. He also conducts research in the areas of creative design, machine design, fluid power control, and engineering education.Dr. Edward J. Berger, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Edward Berger is an Associate Professor of Engineering Education and Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, joining Purdue in August 2014. He has been teaching mechanics for over 20 years, and has worked extensively on the integration and assessment of specific technology interventions in mechanics classes. He was one of the co
students’understanding of each discipline22. Thus, the design and implementation of the curriculum usedin this study is supported by the STEM integration framework.Theoretical frameworksThis research was guided by two theoretical frameworks: Toulmin’s Argument Pattern (TAP)and The Framework for Quality K-12 Engineering Education. Our research question requiresthat we understand when an instance of EBR is occurring within the solution generation phasesof the students’ design processes. Therefore, we have selected these two theoretical frameworksto define EBR and the stages of the engineering design process in which students engage in orderto answer our research question.TAP23 is a classic theory of how arguments develop and the elements of an argument. The