alsoensuring the relevance and value of every component. Moreover, these additions must bedesigned to seamlessly blend with traditional subjects without overwhelming students ordetracting from their primary educational objectives. Incorporating mindfulness into the busyschedules of engineering students also presents a significant challenge. Often, students prioritizeactivities that directly impact their grades, leading to hesitation in participating in activities [37],like mindfulness practices that are optional and not integrated into the core curriculum. Thistendency can widen the gap in mental health support, especially for non-traditional students whojuggle work and study. Addressing this issue is crucial for creating an inclusive
continued to be provided for three successive summers. A total of 39 girls participated in thetwo-week half day virtual program in the summer of 2021; 25 girls completed the one-week full day in-person program in the summer of 2022; and 23 girls engaged in the two-week half day in-person programin the summer of 2023. Total contact hours for all three iterations of the camp were the same. Bailey et al.(2023) provides a complete description of the 2021 and 2022 implementations.CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE TEACHING ENHANCES LEARNING CYBERSECURITY 2 The FACS program curriculum focused on six cybersecurity concepts: Confidentiality, Integrity,Availability, Defense in Depth, Think Like an Adversary, and Keep it Simple. Topics concerning onlinesafety
chatbots and virtual assistants can streamline communication and administrative tasks [21]. This integration could automate routine tasks as well as lead to more efficient resource management, real-time decision-making, and enhanced project outcomes. [22] 1.3 Project Management Curriculum Teaching project management in engineering higher education is crucial for preparing students for real-world challenges [23]. It equips future professionals with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively lead projects, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership abilities [24]. The current project management curriculum in many educational institutions often focuses on traditional methodologies, with limited exposure to the latest
University - Altoona Leigh Ann Haefner is an associate professor of science education at Penn State Altoona and co-director of the Childhood and Early Education program at Penn State University. She is a former junior and senior high school science teacher and her current research includes a focus on inservice teacher’s integration of the practices of science and engineering in STEM education.Jonathan Bell Jonathan Bell is a graduate research assistant at Penn State pursuing a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, focusing on science and engineering education. After receiving his undergraduate degree from Hamp- shire college, Jonathan spent 13 years in California designing science exhibitions, teaching middle school
greater benefit than those who viewed the entirecourse negatively.The middle-school students benefit from meeting near-peers who are willing to give ofthemselves and their time, receiving an aspirational view of the future, and being exposed toSTEM and STEM fields. The data collected from the college students show that the collegementors believe themselves to be providing a benefit to the younger students. Data collectedfrom the younger students is not yet available for the years including engineering students in theprogram.Our next steps are to further integrate the service learning program into the Introduction toEngineering curriculum, with more substantial reflection and synthesis, and in having theengineering majors mentoring each other
to increasethe participation of students from diverse backgrounds in engineering majors. Additionally, theAccreditation Board of Engineering and Technology recently made a commitment to diversityand is considering changes to curriculum criteria which would require engineering programs todemonstrate a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion [1]. In alignment with USAFA’sstrategic plan and the anticipated accreditation criteria, the authors are developing a newfoundational engineering course as one element of an institution-wide effort to improve students’sense of belonging, make engineering majors more accessible to a wider audience, andultimately increase diversity among engineering graduates.In addition to exploring best practices from
, felix.martinez@up.edu.mxAbstract - The a-k outcomes established by Accreditation All Engineering programs have shared Mathematics andBoard for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for Basic Sciences subjects such as: Differential Calculus,Engineering students in their self-assessment framework, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Vector Calculus, Differentialshould be reflected in the different subjects that taught to Equations, Electricity and Magnetism, Physics, Chemistrythe students of the first two years of the various and other courses of academic areas of humanities andengineering programs. On the other hand, in those first businesses.semesters, the vocation of the students
concepts in the language spoken in thehomes and communities of their students, and miss opportunities to appreciate the family andcommunity structures that American Indian students rely on in their everyday lives [7] [9]. WhenAmerican Indian children are taught by a majority of non-American Indian teachers, the teachersand students may struggle to identify with one another, which research shows negatively impactsthe ability of teachers to mentor and motivate children, particularly toward a love of math andscience [10]. Sharing an understanding of one another’s core beliefs and value systems is criticalto implementing a culturally responsive curriculum and building the much needed teacher-student trust that improves URM retention, particularly for
. , Singapore: Springer, 2018, pp. 135–174. doi: 10.1007/978-981-10-8621-2_8.[13] M. E. Davis, C. M. Cunningham, and C. P. Lachapelle, “They Can’t Spell ‘Engineering’ but They Can Do It: Designing an Engineering Curriculum for the Preschool Classroom,” ZERO THREE, vol. 37, no. 5, pp. 4–11, May 2017.[14] U. Bronfenbrenner, The Ecology of Human Development: Experiments by Nature and Design. Harvard University Press, 1979.[15] B. Barron and P. Bell, “Learning environments in and out of school,” in Handbook of educational psychology, 3rd ed., Routledge, 2015, pp. 337–350.[16] M. Fenichel, Surrounded by science: learning science in informal environments. Washington, DC: National Academies Press, 2010. Accessed: Feb. 07
Elsevier and an author of a number of peer reviewed journal articles. She is an active member of the American Evaluation Association and a member of the Ohio Program Evaluators’ Group program committee. Dr. Jarosewich received her PhD in School Psychology from Kent State University and a BA in Psychology from the University of Cincinnati.Ms. Susan Staffin Metz, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science) c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Adapting Tested Spatial Skills Curriculum to On-Line Format for Community College Instruction: A Critical Link to Retain Technology Students (SKIITS)I. IntroductionSpatial Skills Instruction
-quality massproduction system, optimizes for efficiency by standardizing processes. In undergraduateengineering degree programs, this is apparent from the relatively inflexible standard curricularpaths within any given major and the use of midterm and final exams as “go or no-go”measurement gauges to determine which “products” (students) are of sufficient quality to moveonto the next step (or class) in the assembly line of curricular requirements. An important aspectof this factory model is that colleges are systematically indifferent as to which students graduateand which go elsewhere since standardization of the process and objective assessments arepresumed to ensure fair treatment for all students.This paper integrates findings across student
literature review embarks on an exploratory journey into the realm of employing Chat GPTto augment critical thinking skills within the context of programming classes. As moderneducation continues its digital transformation, integrating AI-driven conversational agents, suchas Chat GPT, stands out as a promising pedagogical avenue.The review begins by dissecting the learning experience phases where Chat GPT exhibits itsutility. Within the preliminary programming coursework phases, Chat GPT is invaluable as aknowledge repository and interactive tool for novice learners. It helps clarify programmingconcepts, troubleshoot code, and encourage a nuanced understanding of algorithms. In advancedphases, when students confront complex coding challenges, Chat
first-year undergraduate females in STEM. Her research interests include pre-service science teacher education, curriculum development, STEM identity, and K-12 outdoor science education. She is currently working on research projects focused on diversity in engineering and the retention of women in STEM.Mr. Hector Enrique Rodriguez-Simmonds, Purdue University, West Lafayette (College of Engineering) Raised in South Florida, born in Mexico. Half Colombian and half Mexican; proud Mexilombian. H´ector acquired an MS in Computer Engineering and is currently pursuing a PhD in Engineering Education, both from Purdue University. His research interests are in investigating the experiences of LGBTQ+ students in engineering
Electrical Engineering from Norfolk State University before completing a PhD in Engineering Education at Virginia Tech.Dr. Cheryl A Bodnar, Rowan University Cheryl A. Bodnar, Ph.D., CTDP is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Experiential Engineering Education at Rowan University. Dr. Bodnar’s research interests relate to the incorporation of active learn- ing techniques in undergraduate classes as well as integration of innovation and entrepreneurship into the engineering curriculum. In particular, she is interested in the impact that these tools can have on student perception of the classroom environment, motivation and learning outcomes. She obtained her certifica- tion as a Training and Development
Paper ID #11416Engaging Students in Sustainability Education and Awareness of Green En-gineering Design and Careers through a Pre-Engineering ProgramDr. Araceli Martinez Ortiz, Texas State University, San Marcos Araceli Martinez Ortiz, Ph.D., is Assistant Professor of Engineering Education in the College of Educa- tion at Texas State University. Araceli is Director of the LBJ Institute for STEM Education and Research and teaches graduate courses in Integrated STEM Curriculum and Instruction. She collaborates on various state and national STEM education programs and is PI on major grant initiates with NASA Educator Pro
technology graduates-- graduates endowed with public policyskills, yet fully adroit in the latest and emerging technology, defining a contemporary needed role for thegood of the society. However, with a paucity of such talent (and jobs) available today, it’s crucial to growthese new career pathways which are destined to be in high demand 5-10 years from now. [2]Among its various charters, the PIT-UN is managing new curriculum introductions and courses acrossuniversities by first building awareness through various outreach programs. It’s time to reshape theengineers traditional role into an expert where constant private sector innovations will face competenttechnical staff with public policy skills.Figure 1 shows the PIT-UN first phase, high-level
STUDENT RETENTION AND SATISFACTION IN COMPUTER SCIENCE SERVICE COURSES WHEN USING COMPETENCY-BASED GRADING AND ASSIGNMENT CHOICEAbstractEnrollment in introductory engineering courses, for non-Computer Science majors, often evokesapprehension, particularly when faced with the prospect of learning programming. The presenceof peers with prior coding experience can further compound these concerns. This study,applicable to a broad spectrum of engineering service courses, centers on student assignmentchoice within an undergraduate CS-1 curriculum. Guided by Self Determination Theory, weimplement assignment choice as a mechanism for students to chart a tailored path, selectingassignments aligned with course
their first year at CSU Chico. The bootcamp recruited matriculating students in engineering and computer science fromunderrepresented minorities and first-generation and low-income populations. The core of thebootcamp curriculum was an intensive math program designed to stimulate deeper understandingof algebra and trigonometry and practical problem-solving skills. The curriculum also includedProblem-Based Learning (PBL) modules with projects that applied concepts from computerscience and mechanical, mechatronic, computer, and electrical engineering.The first objective is particularly impactful because of the pre-requisite chains in most of ourengineering (ENGR) and computer science (CS) curricula. A one-semester delay in graduationoccurs when a
groups, andparticipate in conferences and seminars—which is generally seen as good advising practices. 13 IMPLICATIONS FOR PRACTICE • The findings reveal the importance of creating engineering faculty development programming designed to improve their conceptualization of STEM identity, as well as the classroom practices used to promote the STEM identity of women undergraduates • Engineering programs must consider how to integrate the BSSI model postulated by Collins (2018) in their curriculum as it proved to be a useful tool for organizing and communicating ideas about STEM identity
in writing scientific manuscripts are being developed [1-2], but its use as an instructional aid for teaching scientific writing is less understood [3]. Forbiomedical engineering (BME), technical writing is particularly important: they need to masterboth engineering and scientific approaches to written communication across multiple formats tovarious audiences. We have previously developed evidence-based technical writing modules,tailored to BME students, and vertically integrated them throughout our core curriculum [4].These modules were developed before widespread AI availability. To develop guidelines oninstructional AI use, we first need to understand students’ 1) perception on its utility and ethicaluse and 2) prior and current use of AI
convictions regardingSTEM are more inclined to implement a variety of assessment methods, coupled withconstructive evaluation principles, to bolster student learning outcomes. Furthermore,the study reveals that the STEM literacy of rural teachers serves as an intermediarybetween their teaching beliefs and evaluation approaches. In addition, the academiccourse subject instructed by these educators acts as a moderator in the relationship,underscoring the integration of humanities with STEM disciplines to achieve abalanced and comprehensive education. Highlighting the urgency of refiningassessment practices and enhancing STEM literacy among rural educators, this studycalls for future scholarly inquiries into the incorporation of liberal arts with
Paper ID #39200Work in Progress: Efficacy of a Peer Mentoring Program forUnderrepresented First-Year Students at a Predominantly White InstitutionDr. Kelyn Rola, Southern Methodist University Dr. Kelyn Rola is a Research Professor in the Caruth Institute for Engineering Education in the Lyle School of Engineering at Southern Methodist University. She is Director of the Thrive Scholars Program in the Lyle School, which supports historically underrepresented students in engineering and computer science during their transition to college. She received her Doctorate in Education Policy and Leadership at SMU with an emphasis
. Mathematics: Mathematics instruction was designed to reduce loss in proficiency during the summer and support the 3D modeling and app development curriculum. Topics included geometry, mathematics tricks and shortcuts, division, exponents, square roots and logic. Entrepreneurship: Participants were introduced to entrepreneurial ventures through topics like marketing, financing, business models and visits from local technology entrepreneurs. Final Project: In the fourth week, participant teams were asked to develop an entrepreneurial venture. The teams brainstormed and refined a concept that integrated an app, a 3D model, business plan and a website or social media page. Ventures ideated were a) Customized key chain with GPS locator, b) Online
efforts that acknowledge learner diversity, and understand their effects in students performance. Isabel received her professional degree in biological engineering at the Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica de Chile and her MA in policy, organizations and leadership studies at Stanford Graduate School of Education.Dr. Constanza Miranda Mendoza, Pontificia Universidad Catholica de Chile Constanza Miranda holds a PhD in design with a focus in anthropology from North Carolina State Uni- versity. While being a Fulbright grantee, Constanza worked as a visiting researcher at the Center for Design Research, Mechanical Engineering Department, at Stanford. Today she is an assistant professor at the P.Universidad Cat´olica de Chile’s
can be taught using themost efficient pedagogy to reach expected outcomes.Step 4 - Integration of sub-systems: the groups meet regularly to exchange information so thatthe various aspects can be easily assembled. Steps 2 to 4 are done in loop until the initialspecifications are satisfied.Step 5 - An oral presentation with a real or virtual prototype system closes the project and a finalnote is given to each group.Benefits: students learn by themselves, they acquire research skills, they understand therequirements of working inside a small group but in coherence with the larger group, they faceearly in their study the obligation to design a system that works and they realize the necessity forengineers to efficiently communicate on what they
described above, sketching is an important part of the engineering design process andan integral component in learning spatial reasoning skills. Instructors have struggled in the past tofind a way to provide students with significant sketching practice since it is too cumbersome tomanually grade sketching assignments in such a large class. Recently, in spatial visualization anddesign training, educators have taking advantage of current technology to create apps and offerstudents more flexibility in their development and enhancement of spatial skills. For example, theSpatial Vis App developed by Delson and Van Den Einde (2015) runs on touchscreen Apple andAndroid devices and allows students to mentally rotate 2D and 3D objects and sketch a variety
. A., Sattler, B., Yasuhara, K., Borgford-Parnell, J., & Atman, C., “Integrating reflection into engineering education”, Paper presented at the 121st ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, 201413. Ambrose, S. A., “Undergraduate engineering curriculum: The ultimate design challenge”, The Bridge, 43(2), 16-23, 201314. Landis, R.B., “Studying Engineering: A Road Map to a Rewarding Career”, 4th edition, Discovery Press, Los Angeles, California, 201315. Nilson, L., “Creating Self-Regulated Learners: Strategies to Strengthen Students' Self-Awareness and Learning Skills”, Stylus Publishing, 2013.16. Peuker, S., & Schauss, N. A. G., “Improving Student Success and Retention Rates in Engineering: An Innovative
. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2017 Adapting Tested Spatial Skills Curriculum to On-Line Format for Community College Instruction: A Critical Link to Retain Technology Students (SKIITS)I. IntroductionSpatial Skills Instruction Impacts Technology Students (SKIITS)1 is developing an online,transportable course that community colleges can use as a resource to offer spatial skills trainingto their students with a nominal investment of institutional resources. The course is based onresearch and materials funded by NSF that have successfully been used in face-to-faceinstruction in four-year universities.SKIITS focuses on three research questions:1. Can effective materials developed through
Mechanical (SLAAM) Engineering Program.Idalis Villanueva, Utah State University Dr. Villanueva is an Assistant Professor in the Engineering Education Department and an Adjunct Pro- fessor in the Bioengineering Department in Utah State University. Her multiple roles as an engineer, engineering educator, engineering educational researcher, and professional development mentor for un- derrepresented populations has aided her in the design and integration of educational and physiological technologies to research ’best practices’ for student professional development and training. In addition, she is developing methodologies around hidden curriculum, academic emotions and physiology, and en- gineering makerspaces
an engineering identity early in theirmatriculation can be significant drivers of attrition from technical fields. Previous researchsuggests that project-based learning builds students’ engineering/computing identity by piquingand developing student interest in engineering topics. Literature on the sense of belonging inengineering suggests that experiencing camaraderie within course-based teams, and particularlyhaving a clear purpose or role within the team, can promote that sense of belonging. The currentresearch project sought to implement evidence-based practices to enhance first-year students’identity and sense of belonging in engineering and computing, in the context of a two-semesterintroductory course sequence that integrates students