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Teaching Technological Literacy - College Courses and Minors

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Roy McGrann, State University of New York, Binghamton

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

AC 2010-1405: A GENERAL ENGINEERING MINOR AS A MEANS TOENCOURAGE TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACYRoy McGrann, State University of New York, Binghamton Page 15.32.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 A General Engineering Minor as a Means to Encourage Technological LiteracyAbstractTechnological literacy can be increased by offering a minor in general engineering. A Minor inGeneral Engineering was developed at Binghamton University. This minor was first available inthe 2008-09 academic year. The description of the minor states this minor “enables students whoare majoring in non-engineering fields to gain an introduction to the

Conference Session

Technological Literacy and the Educated Person

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Heywood, Trinity College Dublin

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

remove dust etc passengers and fluid crewTransmission Recirculated air Method of What has to be for heat balance regulation recirculated? What has to be lost?Exhibit 3. B. T. Turner’s application of a matrix developed by G. G. S. Bosworth to the problem ofaircraft ventilation.27 Detail is obtained by further expansion of the boxes (see exhibit 4). For exampleit can show a family tree of

Conference Session

Technological Literacy for K-12 and for Community College Students: Concepts, Assessment, and Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Stephen O'Brien, The College of New Jersey

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T&E curriculum onto Standards for TechnologicalLiteracy (STL) for the two specialization groups of (a) math or science and (b) technology.Additionally, an analysis of grades for the core and upper level T&E courses indicates that,compared head-to-head in the exact same classes, the grades earned by MST majors areconsistently equal to, or more often, higher then the Technology/Pre-engineering students.This result also held true for the more hands-on lab courses. So, MST majors are not simply“surviving” the T&E courses but are performing quite well, even compared against aTechnology/Pre-engineering population that consistently performs well above average on thenational PraxisTM technology education exam. An external, and more

Conference Session

Technological Literacy for K-12 and for Community College Students: Concepts, Assessment, and Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steve Macho, Buffalo State College

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determined byan alpha of 0.05 or less; (less than 5% chance of random selection providing results). The nature of the data collected for this evaluation lent itself to analysis by the useof a General Linear Model (GLM). The method of analysis for the data collected fromthis project was an Analysis of Variance (ANOVA). The ANOVA, both factorial and one-way, used the General Linear Model (GLM).The GLM was selected because the data are arranged in categories. The method isessentially a form of regression, evaluating the distance from an “expected mean”,however the expected mean was not based upon the slope of a “y = mx+b” sort of line.Instead of determining the “expected value” of y from the x-position, the expected valueof y is

Conference Session

Technological Literacy and the Educated Person

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Krupczak, Hope College

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

. Kremer, Engineering Design: A Practical Guide, Togo Press, Pittsburgh, PA, (2004).39. Juvinall R.C., and K.M. Marshek, Fundamentals of Machine Component Design, Wiley, New York (1991)40. Tu, J.F., “Nuggets of Mechanical Engineering – Revisit of the Free-Body Diagram Analysis and Force Flow Concept,” Proceedings of the International Conference on Engineering Education – ICEE 2007, Coimbra, Portugal September 3 – 7,( 2007).41. Novak, J. D. and Gowin, D. B. Learning How to Learn. Cambridge University Press, New York (1984).42. B. S. Bloom (Ed.), Taxonomy of Educational Objectives: The Classification of Educational Goals, David McKay Company, New York, (1956).43. Krupczak, J.J., “Using Insights from Non-engineers to Improve Introduction to

Conference Session

Teaching Technological Literacy - Engaging Students

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Thomas Howell, San Jose State University; Patricia Backer, San Jose State University; Belle Wei, San Jose State University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

the GE Goals for its area orother course goals and changes that the department has made to try to improve student successwith respect to the GE Student Learning Objectives (SLOs). Since the Department of GeneralEngineering is the home department for Engr 5, the formal assessment reports for Engr 5 are duein Fall 2012.Figure 2. Goals and Student Learning Objectives for Area B, SJSU General Education18 Core General Education: – SCIENCE (B1, B2, B3) A. Goals Science is a continuous and adaptive process through which we discover and communicate how the natural world works, separate fact from inference, and establish testable hypotheses. All students

Conference Session

Technological Literacy for K-12 and for Community College Students: Concepts, Assessment, and Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Moshe Barak, Ben-Gurion University of the Negev

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starts with a short introduction to robotics, for example, what is arobot and how a robot differs from other automatic systems. The learning takes place in arobotics laboratory in which the students construct and program small portable robotsusing the Lego NXT robotics environment. The robot comprises a digital controller,motors and sensors, as illustrated in Figure 4. Page 15.1003.5 Figure 4: Lego NXT robot.The students use an icon-based programming language that enables full control of eachmotor. Figure 5 presents a simple command in which robot motors A and B perform 2.31rotations at 75% full power. Figure 5: An

Conference Session

Technological Literacy - Courses, Educational and Accreditation Standards

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yung-Hsiang Lu, Purdue University; Guangwei Zhu, Purdue; Cheng-Kok Koh, Purdue University

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Interest Group on Design Automation (SIGDA) Meritorious Service Award in 1998, the Chicago Alumni Award from Purdue University in 1999, the National Science Foundation CAREER Award in 2000, the ACM/SIGDA Distinguished Service Award in 2002, and the Semiconductor Research Corporation Inventor Recognition Award in 2005. Page 15.1344.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010Page 15.1344.2 (a) (b) (c)Figure 2: (a) Three pieces with different orientations; Tetris allows rotations so these pieces are the same.(b) and (c) Two

Conference Session

Teaching Technological Literacy - College Courses and Minors

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Austin Talley, University of Texas, Austin; Christina White, Columbia University; Kristin Wood, University of Texas, Austin; Richard Crawford, University of Texas at Austin

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, 2003.5 Linsey, J., Talley, A., White, C. K., Jensen, D., and Wood, K. L., “From Tootsie Rolls to Broken Bones: An Innovative Approach for Active Learning in Mechanics of Materials,” ASEE Journal of Advances in Engineering Education (AEE), 2009, Vol. 1, No. 3, pp. 1-23.6 Jensen, D.L., and Wood, K.L., 2000, “Incorporating Learning Styles to Enhance Mechanical Engineering Curricula by Restructuring Courses, Increasing Hands-on Activities, & Improving Team Dynamics,” Proceedings of the 2000 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Expo., November 5-10, Orlando, Florida.7 Jensen, D., Feland, J., Bowe, M., Self, B., “A 6-Hats Based Team Formation Strategy: Development and

Conference Session

Technological Literacy and the Educated Person

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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R. William Graff, LeTourneau University; Paul Leiffer, LeTouneau University; Martin Batts, Le Tourneau University; Maria J. Leiffer, LeTouneau University

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surrender of the claim that science is true. We may be living nearer thanwe suppose to the end of the Scientific Age.”2 Page 15.1367.18Bibliography, Appendix B:1. White, L., “The Historical Roots of our Ecological Crisis.” Science, vol. 155, p.1203-1207, 1967.2. Lewis, C.S., Miracles: a preliminary study, Collins, London, p. 110, 1947. Page 15.1367.19

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Teaching Technological Literacy - College Courses and Minors

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Krupczak, Hope College; Mani Mina, Iowa State University; Robert J. Gustafson, Ohio State University; James Young, Rice University

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Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, June 22 - 25, 2008, Pittsburgh, PA.17. Gustafson, R. J. and B. C. Trott. 2009. Two Minors in Technological Literacy for Non-Engineers, Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference, June 15-17, Austin, TX.18. Krupczak, J. J., S. VanderStoep, L. Wessman, N. Makowski, C. Otto, and K. Van Dyk. 2005. “ Work in progress: Case study of a technological literacy and non-majors engineering course,” Proceeding of the 35th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, October 19-22, Indianapolis, IN.19. Pintrich, P. R., D. Smith, T. Garcia, and W. McKeachie. 1991. A Manual for the Use of the Motivated Strategies for Learning

Conference Session

Technological Literacy - Courses, Educational and Accreditation Standards

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Blake, Austin Peay State University

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these outcomes. The Page 15.1195.4common lists of outcomes for engineering and for engineering technology are listed below.Engineering Degree Programs: EAC of ABET Accreditation Criteria Criterion 3. Program Outcomes Engineering programs must demonstrate that their students attain the following outcomes: (a) an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering (b) an ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data (c) an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental

Conference Session

Teaching Technological Literacy - Engaging Students

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University; Terence Geyer, Eastern Washington University

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and cultural aspects of technology, andadaptability based on creative thinking" (Loendorf & Geyer10, 2009). Four competencies arerequired: "(a) accommodate and cope with rapid and continuous technological change, (b)generate creative and innovative solutions for technological problems, (c) act throughtechnological knowledge both effectively and efficiently, and (d) assess technology and itsinvolvement with the human life world judiciously" (Wonacott20, 2001). This project wasconceived and driven with these objectives for technical literacy in mind (Loendorf & Geyer9,2008).One way to increase the practical connection to technologies is through a hands-on approach thatimplements some aspects of active learning. Active learning has been

Conference Session

Teaching Technological Literacy - Engaging Students

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Steven Walk, Old Dominion University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

AC 2010-1945: INCREASING TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY THROUGHIMPROVED UNDERSTANDING OF TECHNOLOGY EMERGENCE ANDDIFFUSIONSteven Walk, Old Dominion University Steven R. Walk, PE, is Assistant Professor of Electrical Engineering Technology at Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia. He recently was head of the Center for Technology Forecasting, and Director of the Maritime-Aerospace Liaison and Technology Development Center, at Maine Maritime Academy, Castine, Maine. His research interests include high voltage electromagnetic phenomena, energy conversion systems, technology management, and technological change and social forecasting. Mr. Walk is owner and founder of Technology Intelligence, a

Conference Session

Technological Literacy - Courses, Educational and Accreditation Standards

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Blake, Austin Peay State University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability, and sustainability (f) an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility (h) the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context Page 15.1193.6 and (j) a knowledge of contemporary issues.24For engineering technology degrees, the relevant TAC of ABET accreditation criteria itemsinclude: b. an ability to … adapt to emerging applications of … technology i. an ability to understand professional, ethical and social responsibilities and j. a respect for

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Teaching Technological Literacy - College Courses and Minors

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kelli Huser, Iowa State University; Thomas Kelly, Iowa State University; Mani Mina, Iowa State University; Seth Ballou, Iowa State University; Joseph Crispin, Iowa State University

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AC 2010-1138: VENUES TO INTRODUCE AND TEACH IMPACT OFENGINEERING IN HISTORY, SOCIETY, AND HUMAN DEVELOPMENTKelli Huser, Iowa State UniversityMani Mina, Iowa State UniversityThomas Kelly, Iowa State UniversitySeth Ballou, Iowa State UniversityJoseph Crispin, Iowa State University Page 15.1350.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 A technological literacy approach to introduce and teach the impact of engineering throughout the human historyAbstractThis paper provides a possible approach to introduce and teach impact of engineering to non-engineering students with a focus on the technology and engineering aspects. One effective wayto enhance

Conference Session

Teaching Technological Literacy - Engaging Students

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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William Loendorf, Eastern Washington University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

because technology continues to impact and influence society.The intent of the course was to enhance the student’s understanding of how technologiesdeveloped and why. The material covered helps the student to understand and recognize ourdependence on technology and its invasive nature into our lives. In this course the students studythe past development, use and affects of technology in order to be better prepared for the newtechnologies of the future.Bibliography1. Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology, at http://www.abet.org2. Alcorn, Paul. Social Issues in Technology:, A Format for Investigation, 4th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. 2003.3. Hjorth, L., Eichler, B., Khan, A. and Morello, J. Technology and

Conference Session

Technological Literacy - Courses, Educational and Accreditation Standards

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Yoojung Chae, Purdue University; Senay Purzer, Purdue University; Monica Cardella, Purdue University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

themes in total defined in Project 2061: a)system, b) model, c) constancy and change, and d) scale. The theme, , can also be found in thecurrent study result. That is, engineering literate person is able to understand the relationshipsbetween parts and the whole, uses models for representing concepts, and applies knowledge tosolve problems in our life. Similarity exists between the above STM commonalities and the general principles for K-12 engineering education defined by NAE & NRC1. The three principles are: 1) K-12engineering education should emphasize engineering design; 2) K-12 engineering educationshould incorporate important and developmentally appropriate mathematics, science, andtechnology knowledge and skills; and, 3) K-12

Conference Session

Technological Literacy for K-12 and for Community College Students: Concepts, Assessment, and Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Randy Libros, Community College of Philadelphia; Kathleen Harter, Community College of Philadelphia

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

basicscientific principles in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, to show how these principles are appliedin areas such as biotechnology, process technology, and nanotechnology, and to explore societalissues related to these technologies. One of the hoped for goals of the course in examining thesecurrent technologies is that students will start to develop “technological literacy.”In a paper discussing an NSF sponsored workshop on technological literacy for undergraduates,Krupczak and Ollis report on efforts to “to identify and define several models of technologicalliteracy courses. Based on a review of courses already developed and comparisons to otherdisciplines, four candidate standard models were identified: The Technology Survey Course, TheTechnology

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Teaching Technological Literacy - Engaging Students

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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John Krupczak, Hope College; Kate Disney, Mission College

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

AC 2010-1049: PORTABLE LABORATORIES FOR GENERAL EDUCATIONENGINEERING COURSESJohn Krupczak, Hope College Professor of EngineeringKate Disney, Mission College Engineering Instructor Page 15.957.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Portable Laboratories for General Education Engineering CoursesAbstractMany engineering programs are facing unfamiliar challenges in the area of curriculumdevelopment and course offerings. Some engineering departments are working with a newconstituency of students through newly offered courses on engineering and technological topicsfor non-engineering students. At the same time increased emphasis has been directed to

Conference Session

Technological Literacy for K-12 and for Community College Students: Concepts, Assessment, and Courses

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mauricio Castillo, California State University, Los Angeles

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

witnessedsome success (academic improvement) using hands-on, lab-based design and problem-solvinginstruction, but these advances have not been documented. In the year 2000, the InternationalTechnology Education Association (ITEA) introduced Standards for Technological Literacy(STL) (ITEA, 2000). To date, no clear methods for measuring and assessing student attainmentin these standards has been instituted. It is the interaction of instruction in technology educationand its influence on student learning that is the central problem addressed by this research. Moreimportantly, it is the need within the technology education field to have a reliable and validassessment tool to measure student learning in the study of technology. The study design was atwo

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Teaching Technological Literacy - College Courses and Minors

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Richard Doyle, Penn State University; Richard Devon, Pennsylvania State University

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Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

AC 2010-2079: TEACHING PROCESS FOR TECHNOLOGICAL LITERACY: THECASE OF NANOTECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL OPEN SOURCE PEDAGOGYRichard Doyle, Penn State University Professor of English and Science, Technology, and Society at Penn State University, Richard Doyle specializes in the rhetoric of emerging science and technology. He is an award winning teacher and he has published numerous books and articles.Richard Devon, Pennsylvania State University Professor of Engineering Design, Engineering Design Program, SEDTAPP, Penn State University. Devon has written widely on design ethics and on design education with a focus on communication technologies

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Technological Literacy and the Educated Person

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michele Dischino, Central Connecticut State University; James DeLaura, Central Connecticut State University; Patrick Foster, Central Connecticut State University; David Sianez, CCSU

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AC 2010-793: ENGINEERING BEYOND THE CLASSROOMMichele Dischino, Central Connecticut State UniversityJames DeLaura, Central Connecticut State UniversityPatrick Foster, Central Connecticut State UniversityDavid Sianez, CCSU Page 15.478.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Engineering Beyond the Classroom: Afterschool Experiences for Technological LiteracyAbstractTechnology surrounds us, and technological literacy benefits all members of society – engineersand non-engineers alike. Our understanding of technology influences a wide range of decisionswe encounter in our daily lives, from selecting healthcare options to making informed