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Innovations in Teaching Physics

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Robert Ross, University of Detroit Mercy; Eswara Venugopal

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Engineering Physics & Physics

AC 2007-716: INQUIRY-BASED ACTIVITIES IN A SECOND SEMESTERPHYSICS LABORATORY: RESULTS OF A TWO-YEAR ASSESSMENTRobert Ross, University of Detroit MercyPrasad Venugopal, University of Detroit Mercy Page 12.901.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 INQUIRY-BASED ACTIVITIES IN A SECOND SEMESTER PHYSICS LABORATORY: RESULTS OF A TWO-YEAR ASSESSMENTIntroductionThe Physics program at the University of Detroit Mercy has redesigned the introductory physicslaboratory course on electromagnetism in order to implement an inquiry-based approach1-4 intothe learning experiences of our students. The redesigned experiments have been modeled

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Technology in the Physics Classroom

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Gerald Rothberg, Stevens Institute of Technology

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Engineering Physics & Physics

. Themost beneficial outcome provided by the technology was the in-class information about studentmisconceptions, making it possible to improve the teaching. Some examples are given.Introduction In the fall 2005 semester the author initiated project ALERT! to improve learning in aone semester lecture course in modern physics for sophomore engineering students. Byincreasing emphasis on active learning I hoped to improve conceptual understanding, improveattendance, and raise grades. A previous paper1 presented the basis of this project in the body ofeducational research, described the software and hardware introduced, and discussed results fromslightly more than one semester of operation. That discussion and references will not berepeated

Conference Session

Technology in the Physics Classroom

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sabina Jeschke, University of Stuttgart; Olivier Pfeiffer, Technische Universitat Berlin; Thomas Richter, Technische Universitat Berlin; Harald Scheel, Technische Universitat Berlin; Christian Thomsen

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Engineering Physics & Physics

AC 2007-747: ON REMOTE AND VIRTUAL EXPERIMENTS IN ELEARNING INSTATISTICAL MECHANICS AND THERMODYNAMICSSabina Jeschke, University of Stuttgart Since 2005, Sabina Jeschke has been associate professor for "New Media in Mathematics and Natural Sciences" and director of the MuLF Center (Multimedia Center for New Media in Education and Research) at TU Berlin. Starting in 2001, her Berlin group has been a driving force behind the development of multimedia technologies at the university, implementing multimedia educational elements in the education of undergraduate students, in particular for engineering students. In 2000 and 2001, she worked as an assistant professor at the GaTech (Georgia Institute

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Graphics and Visualization

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Onyancha, University of New Hampshire; Erick Towle, University of New Hampshire; Brad Kinsey, University of New Hampshire

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Engineering Design Graphics

isoffered in computer aided design courses7 or other targeted training9. However, which type oftraining provides the most beneficial improvements to spatial ability and whether other means toimprove spatial ability would be more effective, is not known. In this research project, two toolsdeveloped for use in spatial ability training, the Physical Model Rotator (PMR) and theAlternative View Screen (AVS) were used. This study is focused on the ability of a student tocorrectly visualize a three dimensional object when it is represented in two dimensional space. The objective of this research was to investigate the effect of targeted training on thespatial ability and self efficacy of mechanical engineering freshmen in a College of Engineeringand

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Introducing Active and Inductive Learning and Improving the Learning Curve in ME

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Olga Pierrakos, Virginia Tech; John Charonko, Virginia Tech; Alicia Williams, Virginia Tech; Satyaprakash Karri, Virginia Tech; Kelley Stewart, Virginia Tech; Pavlos Vlachos, Virginia Tech

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Mechanical Engineering

mechanics, design, and technical communication courses. Her research interests are outcomes-based assessment methods for a variety of learning experiences in engineering, students' learning mechanisms, using research and design examples to teach engineering concepts, K-12 engineering education, and cardiovascular fluid mechanics research.John Charonko, Virginia Tech John Charonko is a PhD student in the School of Biomedical Engineering and Sciences at Virginia Tech. He holds a MS in Engineering Science and Mechanics from Virginia Tech. Currently, his research interests include biomedical applications of fluid mechanics principles, including the study of stent design and how arterial endothelial

Conference Session

Engineering Professional Development for K-12 Teachers – I

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Leyla Conrad, Georgia Institute of Technology; Edward Conrad, Georgia Institute of Technology; Jill Auerbach, Georgia Institute of Technology

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

students about 10 15 students to major careers in physics in science or engineeringTransfer of Experience into ClassroomThe following list identifies the strategies that may be used by teachers to transfer to their highschool classrooms the knowledge and skills gained as STEP-UP participants are, • Using the lesson plans developed during the summer • Developing and implementing hands-on teaching methods • Presenting their summer research project to their students • Establishing engineering clubs and/or becoming advisor to such clubs • Inviting Georgia Tech ECE students as speakers to their classrooms

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Teaching Innovation in Architectural Engineering II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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David Cowan, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Derek Ogle, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis; Megan Svarczkopf, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis

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Architectural

studies that look at thequalities of the physical environment and the way people living in these environmentsexperience them (Groat, Wang 9 ). Much too often, however, the technology side of architecturefollows the lead of engineering-like quantitative studies that examine the scientific realm of Page 12.1260.4technology. Qualitative research adds color and texture to the field (Shumer 10 ), creating awhole new praxis and pedagogical area of experimentation. From the outset, our team realized that we needed to acquire ways and means ofdocumenting our experiences in the field. Ethnography appeared to be a sensible selection inthis instance

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Educational Software

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Norman Chonacky, Yale University

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Computers in Education

, M., W. Christian, et al. (2007). "Open Source Physics Curricular Material forQuantum Mechanics: Dynamics and Measurement of Quantum Two-state Superpositions ".8. Fuller, R., D. Winch, et al. (2006). Responses to the CiSE survey of roles for computationin undergraduate physics courses, 2005-2006, IEEE-Computer Society. Database available foreducational research – contact CiSE publication office: for conditions andto request.9. Chonacky, N. and D. Winch (2005). "3Ms for Instruction: Reviews of Maple,Mathematica, and Matlab: Part I." Computing in Science and Engineering 7(3): 7-13.10. Chonacky, N. and D. Winch (2005). "3Ms for Instruction: Reviews of Maple,Mathematica, and Matlab: Part II." Computing in Science and Engineering 7(4

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Distance, Remote, and Virtual Experiments

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Trishna Das, University of Minnesota-ECE; Paul Imbertson, University of Minnesota-ECE; Ned Mohan, University of Minnesota

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

electronics for military avionics and is currently an Associate Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the University of Minnesota, where he has been voted Best Professor five times. His current interests include the wide ranging topics of energy and deciphering the minds of electrical engineering students.Ned Mohan, University of Minnesota Ned Mohan is an Oscar A. Schott Professor of Power Electronics Systems at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. His research areas are Power Electronics, Electric Drives and Power Systems. He has authored or co-authored five books on these subjects and written several technical articles. He received the Distinguished Teaching

Conference Session

Student Learning and Teamwork

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alok Verma, Old Dominion University

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Engineering Technology

General Chair, including ICAM-2006 and ICAM-1999. He is active in ASME, ASEE and SME. Page 12.672.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Enhancing Student Learning in Engineering Technology Programs – A Case for Physical SimulationsAbstract Physical simulations have a proven record as a teaching tool. Concepts that areoften hard to grasp are made easy by the use of physical simulation activities. Theconstructivism learning theory suggests that people learn better by actively participatingin the process of learning. According to the Encyclopedia of Educational Technology,"Simulation

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching and Learning

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Elizabeth Godfrey, University of Auckland; Gerard Rowe, University of Auckland

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Educational Research and Methods

Auckland in 1978, 1980 and 1984 respectively. He joined the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Auckland in 1984 where he is currently a Senior Lecturer. He is a member of the Department’s Radio Systems Group and his (disciplinary) research interests lie in the areas of radio systems, electromagnetics and bioelectromagnetics. Over the last 20 years he has taught at all levels and has developed a particular interest in curriculum and course design. He has received numerous teaching awards from his institution. In 2004 he was awarded a (National) Tertiary Teaching Excellence Award in the Sustained Excellence in Teaching category and in 2005 he received the

Conference Session

Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Alhaji Cherif, Cornell University; Gary Fleming, University of Maryland; Siaka Kroma, Cornell University

Mathematics), tutor (Math Support Center, Learning Strategic Center, Engineering Learning Initiatives). He has also served as a peer-counselor/tutor at Delaware State University (while participating in Intensive Summer Science Program, ISSP) and College Counselor/Mentor for National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS). His research interests cover a range of science and engineering disciplines ranging from mathematics education, mathematical modeling and methods in Physical, Biological, Engineering; Political Science (Concentrating on African Continent); Nanobiotechnology with emphasis on Micro-fluidic device, biosensors, thin-film, and nano/micro-actuators; to Dynamical and theoretical

Conference Session

International Engineering Education I - Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mike Murphy; Michael Dyrenfurth, Purdue University

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International

Education Policy Institute, UK.[9] Much of the discussion in this section is adapted from a workshop on “The Role of Research inLearning and Teaching”, Dr Gerry Farrell, Engineers Ireland Academic Society, June 2006.[10] “Academic Change in Higher Education,” Kelly, K & Murphy, M; submitted to ASEE AnnualConference, June 2007.[11] Dublin Institute of Technology “Strategy for Research and Scholarship 2005 – 2010”[12] “Strategy for Science, Technology and Innovation 2006 – 2013,” Irish Government publication;available at http://www.entemp.ie/science/technology/sciencestrategy.htm[13] OECD, Main Science and Technology Indicators, 2006/Issue 1[14] “Scholarship Reconsidered: Priorities of the Professoriate”, Ernest L. Boyer, CarnegieFoundation, 1990

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Effective Learning Innovations in Civil Engineering Courses

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Chris Ramseyer, University of Oklahoma

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Civil Engineering

ofthe fall semester. The hiring of more students met many of our short term goals for Fears Lab. Itmeant we would be getting as many undergraduate students as possible involved in research plusit would generate excitement about structural engineering at OU, filling Fears Lab with researchactivityIn order to find twelve willing undergraduate students, the civil engineering student body wasapproached early in March. It was critical to approach students during the time when they werelooking for summer employment or internships, and not after most were already hired. An emailwas sent to the entire student body advertising the opportunity, and a small presentation wasmade in several classes. The principle author was teaching both Civil Engineering

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ChE: Innovations in the Classroom

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Marlin, McMaster University

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Chemical Engineering

AC 2007-80: TEACHING OPERABILITY IN UNDERGRADUATE CHEMICALENGINEERING DESIGN EDUCATIONThomas Marlin, McMaster University Department of Chemical Engineering McMaster University Hamilton, Ontario, Canada Tom Marlin joined the Department of Chemical Engineering at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, as NSERC Research Professor in Industrial Process Control in 1988. He received his Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts in 1972; then, he practiced engineering for 15 years in the chemical and petroleum industries. In 1987, he served as the Visiting Fellow, for the Warren Centre Study located at the University of Sydney, Australia. During the one-year project, a

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching and Learning

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael Collura, University of New Haven; Samuel Daniels, University of New Haven; Jean Nocito-Gobel, University of New Haven; W. David Harding, University of New Haven

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Educational Research and Methods

14% 13% 5% 13% 19% 20%Faculty who teach physics have indicated that they have noticed an improvement in theperformance of engineering students in the past couple of years. They have also commented thatthe current engineering students seem more comfortable working in teams and doing lab work incomparison to other students. Attempts will be made to more formally assess these facultyperceptions.A significant question that remains to be investigated is how well does the MEFSC preparestudents for upper-level courses in their discipline, compared to a traditional approach. Since thefirst group of students in the curriculum have just entered their junior year, very little data is yetavailable. The intent is to identify

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching and Learning

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Monica Cardella, Center for the Advancement of Scholarships on Engineering Education (CASEE); Cynthia Atman, University of Washington

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2007-2853: ENGINEERING STUDENTS’ MATHEMATICAL THINKING: INTHE WILD AND WITH A LAB-BASED TASKMonica Cardella, Center for the Advancement of Scholarships on Engineering Education (CASEE) MONICA CARDELLA is a CASEE (Center for the Advancement of Scholarship in Engineering Education) Postdoctoral Engineering Education Researcher at the Center for Design Research at Stanford University. She received her Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering at the University of Washington where she was a Graduate Research Associate at the Center for Engineering Learning and Teaching (CELT). Dr. Cardella’s research interests include engineering education, engineering design, mathematical thinking, and sketching.Cynthia

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Teaching Innovation in Architectural Engineering II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Joseph Betz, State University of New York

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Architectural

AC 2007-216: INDEPENDENT STUDENT DESIGN COMPETITIONS AND THEASSESSMENT DILEMMAJoseph Betz, State University of New York JOSEPH A. BETZ is Professor of Architecture at the State University of New York College of Technology at Farmingdale and a licensed architect. He is currently the Chair of the Architectural Engineering Division for ASEE. He received his undergraduate and professional degrees in architecture from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and his post-professional degree in architecture from Columbia University. He is a recipient of the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching

Conference Session

Capstone Design II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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James Wronecki, East Tennessee State University

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Design in Engineering Education

verbal notes and visual images (Buzan, 1994). The oval in the center of mindmaps focuses their thinking on a central topic of study. A neatly printed topic of study and loosegesture drawing with at least three colors, which can be abstract, stimulates the critical/analyticleft thinking side of the brain and creative/synthetic right doing side of the brain. Next, studentsare asked to research verbal and visual references to provide information, visual inspiration andartistic direction. Since the project must be an inventive, innovative, or inspirational idea, bothcritical thinking and creative problem solving skills are engaged. Brainstorming techniques suchas free and forced association are used, to help students’ generate many possible project

Conference Session

Distance, Remote, and Virtual Experiments

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John White, University of Massachusetts-Lowell; Leo Bobek, University of Massachusetts- Lowell

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

AC 2007-3100: INNOVATIVE USE OF A RESEARCH REACTOR FORINTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEERING EDUCATIONJohn White, University of Massachusetts-LowellLeo Bobek, University of Massachusetts- Lowell Page 12.900.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Innovative Use of a Research Reactor for Interdisciplinary Engineering EducationIntroductionOver the last few years, the research reactor facility at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell(UMLRR) has developed capability to perform live experiments and deliver archived reactoroperations data via a web-based interface to remote users.1-3 Access to this capability isavailable through the nuclear101

Conference Session

Teaching Ethics II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mysore Narayanan, Miami University

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Engineering Ethics

AC 2007-14: ASSESSMENT OF ETHICS MODULES IN AN ENGINEERINGCURRICULUMMysore Narayanan, Miami University DR. MYSORE NARAYANAN obtained his Ph.D. from the University of Liverpool, England in the area of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. He joined Miami University in 1980 and teaches a wide variety of electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering courses. He has been invited to contribute articles to several encyclopedias and has published and presented dozens of papers at local, regional , national and international conferences. He has also designed, developed, organized and chaired several conferences for Miami University and conference sessions for a variety of organizations. He is a

Conference Session

Curricular Innovations

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Manuel Jimenez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Ana Nieves, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Cristina Pomales-Garcia, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez; Nayda Santiago Santiago, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; José Vega, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez; Vilma Lopez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2007-2883: AN ANALYSIS OF BEHAVIOR PATTERNS IN GENERATION YENGINEERING STUDENTS AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS IN THETEACHING-LEARNING PROCESSManuel Jimenez, University of Puerto Rico-MayaguezAna Nieves, University of Puerto Rico-MayaguezCristina Pomales-Garcia, University of Puerto Rico-MayagüezNayda Santiago Santiago, University of Puerto Rico-MayaguezJosé Vega, University of Puerto Rico-MayaguezVilma Lopez, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez Page 12.197.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 An Analysis of Behavior Patterns in Generation Y Engineering Students and their Implications in the Teaching-Learning ProcessAbstractThe issue of multitasking

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Innovations in Teaching and Learning

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Benson Tongue, University of California-Berkeley

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Educational Research and Methods

intrigued them.As is by now well understood, however, the modern situation is different. All a student needsto do is demonstrate skills in math and physics in high school and they will immediatelybe told by their counsellors that engineering is a good fit. And the students, by and large,accept this and apply to college as prospective engineering majors. It is only after arrivingat college that they begin to wonder exactly why they said they wished to be engineers -whether it really is the right avenue for them.The intent of our work is to support the education of mechanical engineers in a way thatcomplements traditional engineering education, as reflected in courses such as dynamics,vibrations, and so on. In such courses, the aim is to transmit a

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Collaborative & New Efforts in Engineering Education

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Claudio Brito, Council of Researches in Education and Sciences; Melany Ciampi

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International

AC 2007-1644: NEW TRENDS IN ENGINEERING EDUCATION WORLDWIDEClaudio Brito, Council of Researches in Education and Sciences Claudio da Rocha Brito is Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering; President of Council of Researches in Education and Sciences (COPEC), President of Fishing Museum Friends Society (AAMP), President of (Brazilian) National Monitoring Committee of "Internationale Gesellschaft für Ingenieurpädagogik" (IGIP) and Vice-President of Brazilian Nucleus of Environmental Researches and Health (NBPAS). He is Chairman of Working Group "Ingenieurpädagogik im Internationalen Kontext" and Member of International Monitoring Committee in IGIP, Council Member of

Conference Session

Outstanding Contributions to ME

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jeffrey Rhoads, Michigan State University; Craig Somerton, Michigan State University; Brian Olson, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Terry Ballinger, Lansing Catholic High School

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Mechanical Engineering

AC 2007-134: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLSTUDENTS: AN OVERVIEW OF THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING PORTIONOF MST AT MSUJeffrey Rhoads, Michigan State University Jeffrey F. Rhoads is a Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Michigan State University. To date, he has taught in the areas of mechanical engineering analysis and mechanical design. Mr. Rhoads’ research interests include the nonlinear behavior of dynamical systems and the predictive design and analysis of resonant microelectromechanical systems (MEMS). He received his B.S. in 2002 and his M.S. in 2004, both in mechanical engineering from Michigan State University. He is presently

Conference Session

Undergraduate Spacecraft Design II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Lawrence Boyer, St. Louis University; Krishnaswamy Ravindra, St. Louis University; John George, St. Louis University; Kyle Mitchell, St. Louis University

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Aerospace

Engineering, Aviation and technology at Saint Louis University. His teaching experience includes both undergraduate and graduate courses in Aerospace Engineering. His research interests include fluid dynamics and structural dynamics. He received his doctoral degree in Aerospace Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University. He has published several papers in technical journals and conference proceedings. He is a fellow of ASME, associate fellow of AIAA and a member of ASEE. He is active in the aerospace division of ASEE and academic affairs committee of AIAA.Kyle Mitchell, St. Louis University Dr. Kyle Mitchell received his Ph.D. from the University of Missouri-Rolla in 2004 in Computer

Conference Session

Issues Affecting Engineering Technology Program Development

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Howard Evans, National University; Shekar Viswanathan, National University

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Engineering Technology

undergraduate and six graduate programs and has a student population of three hundred students. Dr. Viswanathan is an educator, researcher and administrator with more than twenty-five years of industrial and academic experience encompassing engineering and environmental consulting, research and development, and technology development. His career experience includes teaching at the University level, conducting fundamental research, and developing continuing educational courses. Page 12.893.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Innovative Engineering Technology Program in

Conference Session

Emerging Technologies in Manufacturing Education II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Ertunga Ozelkan, University of North Carolina-Charlotte; Agnes Galambosi, University of North Carolina-Charlotte

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Manufacturing

Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona. His teaching and research is on supply chain management, production control, lean systems, decision analysis and systems optimization. Dr. Ozelkan is the recipient of IIE’s 2006 Lean Division Excellence in Teaching Award.Agnes Galambosi, University of North Carolina-Charlotte Agnes Galambosi earned her PhD in Systems and Industrial Engineering from the University of Arizona in Tucson. She also hold two MS degrees: one in Systems Engineering from the University of Arizona in Tucson, one in Meteorology from Eotvos Lorand University in Budapest, Hungary. She currently teaches at the Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Science Department at

Conference Session

New Engineering Educators: Tricks of the Trade II

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Marshall, University of Southern Maine; June Marshall, St. Joseph's College

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New Engineering Educators

. Page 12.867.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 In Search of Teaching Excellence: Tricks of the TradeThe purpose of this paper is to identify and describe teaching tools and techniques thatwill help new faculty as well as experienced faculty become more effective teachers.Based on a review of the literature, the following excerpts have been divided into twomajor sections. The focus of the first section is the learning process, and the secondsection discusses innovative methods of teaching.Topics included in the “Learning” section include: 1) Focusing on Learning and NotTeaching; 2) Problem Based Learning; 3) Facilitating Group Learning (PromotingAccountability, Linking Assignments, and Stimulating the Idea Exchange

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Hansen, The University of Texas-Tyler

components ofengineering and technology, develop their professional pedagogy, and meet the state’s generaleducation requirements for undergraduate students. The innovation, design, and engineeringcontent area represents 42 SCH, 47 SCH of general education, 21 SCH of teaching professionaldevelopment, and 10 SCH of mathematics and science elective courses. Students are required totake algebra, trigonometry, statistics, and calculus. In addition, completion of chemistry, physics,and a science elective is required.The genesis of this program began as the author developed the STEM career cluster for the stateof Texas (Hull, 2006; www.careerclusters.org; www.AchieveTexas.org ). The process fordeveloping the engineering and technology career pathway