, including thepaper's identifier, publication year, and relevant sections in the paper. The authors also recordedkey high-level details about the technology, including the education level targeted, theengineering discipline alignment, and any techniques used to develop the EdTech. The datasetalso captures the technology's stated purpose (e.g., inquiry, communication, learning, teaching,assessment), its type (e.g., adaptive learning technologies, immersive environments, hardwaretechnologies), and requirements for use (e.g., internet access, specific devices). Any limitations,scalability concerns, costs, and impacts of the technology if mentioned, along with additionalcomments or observations, were also recorded.In this preliminary literature review
, holistic student’sdisposition that leveraged the Foundry to engage in collaborative work across different areas ofstudy applicable to the development of a prototype of innovative technology.5Figure 1 illustrates preliminary findings using descriptive data analysis for student growth in theareas of (1) Connections to Discipline, (2) Transfer and (3) Integrated Communication. Themodified AAC&U rubric allowed for an evaluation of student scored in these three areas ofinterdisciplinary communication that ranged from 0 to 10, with 10 representing a comprehensiveintegration of the skill in the work presented, and a 0 indicated no evidence of an integration ofthis skill in the work presented. According to the percent distribution analysis, the
) studying use of platforms and technologies thatincrease student engagement; and 3) developing pedagogical approaches that make use ofaffordability of videos. There are several published works exampled by [1] that speak to thevalue of educational videos in present day. For example, [4] describes additional attributes ofvideos including their adaptability and scalability. Once produced, videos can reach a globalaudience through platforms like YouTube, social media, or institutional websites, makingeducation more accessible and breaking down geographic barriers. These videos appeal to theyounger, tech-savvy generation, who prefer technology-based learning and are accustomed toinformation through multimedia. Some published works, however, highlight
evaluation, photoelasticity, manufacturing processes, and engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Development Of a New Course: Control Design for Autonomous Vehicles Using a Quadcopter as The Learning PlatformIntroductionModeling, simulation, control system design, navigation and guidance of autonomous vehicles(AVs) have become highly sought research areas in the mechanical engineering community [1]due to the advancement in microelectronics, computational technologies and machine perception.Because of the increasing popularity of self-driving cars, autonomous vehicle refers to self-drivingcars in public perception [2] although it covers a wider research area. AVs can be
. Without the use of mockups, it canbe challenging to convey how various parts of a structure come together. This challenge isparticularly evident in educational settings, where students may struggle to visualize buildingsand their components in three dimensions, a crucial skill for their future careers. To bridge thisgap, educational tools like physical and virtual mockups are invaluable, helping students betterunderstand both individual material components and how those components are assembled.However, these tools are not without their own set of challenges, such as cost, space, andcomplexity. In an effort to overcome these obstacles, our team developed a mobile wall mockup(MWM) specifically designed to serve as a hands-on learning tool in
Software Engineer in India, specializing in software design and development for enterprise applications. She is committed to advancing educational technology and addressing real-world challenges through innovative computing solutions.Dr. Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida For more than 40 years, Dr. Najafi has worked in government, industry, and education. He earned a BSCE 1963 from the American College of Engineering, University of Kabul, Afghanistan. In 1966, Dr. Najafi earned a Fulbright scholarship and did his B.S., MS, and Ph.D. degree in Civil Engineering at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia; his experience in industry and government includes work as a Highway
Modeled Height (cm) 2 0 0 10 20 30 40 50 Time (s) Figure 3: Compare the data from the model to the original dataReferences[1] Using modelling to motivate and teach differential equations. International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 55(2):i–584, 2024.[2] B. Winkel, R. Farley, D. Yagodich, and H. Zullo. Modeling-first approach to teaching differential equtions. The UMAP Journal, 37(4):381–406, 2016.[3] Systemic initiative for modeling investigations & opportunities with differential equations
Education, 2025 Evaluation of a Social Marketing Class for EngineersAbstractToday’s complex and interconnected world has made it ever more important for engineeringstudents to learn how to collaborate across various fields to tackle complex societal issues. Onefield that can aid in enhancing the acceptance/uptake of engineering projects that addresscomplex societal issues (i.e., climate change, littering, etc.) or industry challenges (i.e., watertreatment plants dealing with things being flushed that should not be), is social marketing. Socialmarketing is the use of traditional marketing principles to create a positive behavior change foran individual, community, or society. Though the benefits of utilizing social marketing
demonstrates the different growthstages of crops and the human interventionsinvolved with respect to the integration of AIapplications throughout the agricultural cycle.These AI-powered systems bring greater preci-sion and efficiency, facilitating sustainable farm-ing methods that can decrease human labor sub- Fig. 1 Stages of crop and human involvement.stantially [2]. The process of educating students in the deployment of these technologies lays thefoundation for engineering any automated systems of their choice by instilling in them the innova-tive skills in this critical sector. AI-driven automated imagery analysis for crop monitoring involvesthe use of complex algorithms to analyze satellite and drone images for quite a few health indica-tors of
consideration aretherefore: time and effort required to convert timestamps into usable time values; correctidentification of zero time and offsetting time values; and time and effort required to calculatetime constants from all data sets. By improving the use of technology and automated datacollection and processing, the student experience can be better aligned with modern engineeringpractice, and the time saved can be spent to achieve other desired educational objectives as listedpreviously.Analysis Modification:In addition to (or as part of) the TC Tool being presented, other changes to the analysisprocedures for this experiment are desirable. One way to help students recognize errors in theirtime constant calculations would be to graph the
program. The data was combined,cleaned, and modeled based on standard approaches and statistical software was used to conductdescriptive analysis. In the next step, the results were organized based on the sections of thesurvey. The findings of this study provide insight into gender-based perceptions of constructionstudents which can be used by construction educators and administrators in designing modulesand strategies to recruit students more effectively.BackgroundGender has shaped college enrollment trends for a very long time. Studying these trends is anopportunity to not only learn how to get more people in colleges, but also to get more people intospecific fields of study. This section explores various topics surrounding the gender gaps that
Paper ID #45472Innovative Approaches to Medical Device Design Education: A CollaborativeIndustry-Academia ModelDr. Vivek Singhal, University of Wisconsin - StoutDr. Kenan Baltaci, University of Wisconsin - Stout Kenan Baltaci is an Assistant Professor at University of Wisconsin-Stout, in the Electrical Engineering Technology Department. He received B.S. in electrical engineering degree from Istanbul Technical University in Turkey. Following, a masterˆa C™s degree a ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Innovative Approaches to Medical Device Design Education: A Collaborative
theirfirst ”Hello World” through code in the MATLAB software, and the instructor offers support indebugging their code to create reflective learning. These two learning methods can effectivelyengage students, extend learning retention, and successfully eliminate their fear of programminglanguages. They realize that printing ”Hello World” through code is so simple, which helps thembuild confidence in learning to program.2.3.2 Case Study: Module 2 (Arrays)For Module 2, we introduced a game-based visualization strategy using the educational tool MegaBloks to help students grasp the abstract concept of arrays. The goal was to transform theoreticalideas into tangible, manipulable forms, making learning more interactive and effective.Below, we will use
ChatGPT, examining the potentialbenefits and challenges associated with their use, and identifying the perceptions of educatorsregarding these technologies in the perspective of both educators and learners.MethodologyThis study aims to gather insights from engineering students at a comprehensive universityregarding their perspectives on the use of generative AI (genAI) in their education. InstitutionalReview Board (IRB) approval has been obtained to conduct the research (IRB-FY25-166). Theprimary objectives are to assess: (a) whether students are currently using genAI as part of theiracademic experience, and (b) their openness to learning about genAI's applications for educationand other professional purposes. As part of the consent form
the critical path; and finally, 7. Scheduling activities start andfinish times.The analysis is particularly pertinent to construction education since it offers insightful informationabout the software's potential for professional and instructional development.BackgroundIn the dynamic field of construction management, the need for effective project planning and schedulingfor resource optimization has grown substantially due to increasing project complexity, tighter budgets,and demanding timelines. Construction managers and planners have used specialized software solutionsto address these evolving challenges. Among the available tools, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project,Procore, and other scheduling software have emerged as popular choices, each
evaluation, photoelasticity, manufacturing processes, and engineering education. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A Systematic Teaching Method for Modeling, Simulation and Control of Quadrotor Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)IntroductionRecent advancements in microelectronics, machine perception, and computational technologieshave enabled the use of Uncrewed Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) rapidly and extensively in industrial,scientific, and military areas with various purposes such as surveillance and security, monitoringand inspection of urban infrastructure, transportation of commercial goods, law enforcement,surveying and mapping of large areas, disaster response, crop and soil
sophomore studying mechanical engineering at Mercer University.Dr. Chandan Roy, Mercer University Dr. Chandan Roy is an assistant professor in Mechanical Engineering in the School of Engineering at Mercer University in Macon, GA. He received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from Auburn University in Auburn, AL. Dr. Roy published many peer-reviewed articles. His research interests include engineering education, heat transfer, thermal management of electronics, thin film analysis, and thermal barrier coatings. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 An independent study on designing and building an ASTM D5470 standard apparatus for testing thermal performance of various
Paper ID #45425A Mercer on Mission (MOM) to Identify Educational Needs through CollaborativeEngagementDr. Amro Khasawneh, Mercer UniversityMs. Abby Anne McDowell, Mercer UniversityDr. Sarah K. Bauer, Mercer University Dr. Sarah Bauer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Environmental and Civil Engineering at Mercer University. Her primary research interests include water and wastewater treatment and renewable energy technologies. Her work focuses on developing techniques for the production of clean energy and clean water. She has also worked on a variety of projects to enhance engineering education, including a
collaboration to enhancetheir learning.A key component of hands-on projects is the design process where valuable skills such asadaptability, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving are developedand enhanced. For example [5], has recognized the value of using design project-based learningexperiences to teach freshmen engineering students about the design process. Thus, design is anessential element of engineering education for future engineers to drive innovation in therespective fields.Design experiences can be facilitated using 3D printing technologies [4][6]. With technologicaladvancements, 3D printing is quickly becoming the fastest and most affordable way torevolutionize STEM education by allowing for technology driven
Journal of Testing and Evaluation and International Journal of Pavement Research and Technology. He serves panel member for several NCHRP and ACRP projects. He is also a registered professional engineer in Alabama and LEED AP.Min-Wook Kang, University of South Alabama Dr. Kang is a professor of Civil, Coastal, and Environmental Engineering at the University of South AlabamaDr. John Cleary, University of South AlabamaLisa LaCross, University of South Alabama ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Fast-Track to Research Writing Mastery: A 9-Week Intensive Course for Graduate StudentsAbstractResearch writing is a critical skill for graduate students, yet many
aimed tointegrate artificial intelligence (AI) into the K-12 curriculum by exploring computer vision andAI tools to augment science and technology education. ImageSTEAM specifically introducedvisual media as a critical technology to engage middle school students, particularly in 7th-gradescience, through AI-related topics, digital 3D modeling, and coding.As a result of the workshop, the “Create your 3D Eye” lesson module was developed using AItools such as Pixlr X, TinkerCAD, and ChatGPT prompts. This module helps studentsunderstand the structure and function of the eye and apply their knowledge through interactivedigital tools. The summative assessment for the students is to design and build their 3D model ofan eye from scratch using
electronics illuminated by electromagnetic waves and he develops radars for the remote detection and characterization of those electronics. In the Fall of 2013, Dr. Mazzaro joined the faculty of the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering at The Citadel. There, he is the primary instructor for Electromagnetic Fields, Interference Control in Electronics, Antennas & Propagation, and Electrical Laboratory courses. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Mini-Laboratory Activities for Observing Electromagnetic Fields in a Required Undergraduate Course for Electrical EngineersAbstractFew institutions offer hands-on activities to accompany their introductory courses
administrative policies on the engineering education. Memberships: Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers, American Society for Quality, Institute for Supply Management, and Institute for Operations Research and the Management Sciences. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A Cause-and-Effect Approach to Empowering Engineering StudentsAbstractThis paper explores how engineering students, particularly those in their first year, can utilizeself-assessment to identify academic and personal challenges. Using the cause-and-effectdiagram (Ishikawa or fishbone diagram) as a problem-solving tool, students are encouraged toreflect on the root causes of their
can inform more effectiveassessment strategies aligned with educational goals.IntroductionTypical learning goals for any higher-education science, technology, engineering, and math(STEM) program target the ability of the student to learn and retain information related to theirfield of study. While the pedagogical strategies employed to meet these goals may differ both atthe institutional level and based on their discipline, they can be broken down into a moregeneralized set of learning goals that are common across STEM. The Accreditation Board forEngineering and Technology, Inc. (ABET) provides the generalized set of learning goals thatmany engineering institutes of higher learning follow to inform their pedagogical approach andto ensure that
misunderstandings and errors in design interpretation[10]. Spatial visualization skills are essential for success in engineering fields [11]. Enhancingthese skills has been linked to improved academic performance and a better grasp of complexengineering concepts [12]. However, conventional teaching methods may not adequately developthese abilities, necessitating innovative educational tools.Augmented Reality (AR) technology overlays digital information into the real world, providinginteractive and immersive experiences [13]. AR has been increasingly applied in educationalsettings to enhance learning outcomes, particularly in fields requiring strong spatialunderstanding [14]. In engineering education, AR has been used to visualize complex structuresand
Paper ID #45747Fostering Entrepreneurial Mindsets: Designing Foundry-Guided Strategiesto Develop Interdisciplinary Skills in Student TeamsDr. Robby Sanders, Tennessee Technological University Dr. Robby Sanders is an Associate Professor at Tennessee Technological University (TTU) in the Department of Chemical Engineering. He obtained his Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering from TTU, and his Master’s and PhD in Biomedical Engineering from Vanderbilt University.Dr. Andrea Arce-Trigatti, Tennessee Tech University Andrea Arce-Trigatti holds a PhD in Education from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. As an
questions. Therefore, it is desiredto use a low cost open educational resource (OER) that can be adapted to the needs of eachcourse. One such OER is MyOpenMath, a mathematics based online tool that integrates intocommon learning management systems and is free for both faculty and students. In this paperwe discuss how this tool is currently implemented in a senior capstone design course and a unitoperations laboratory in chemical engineering. This presentation includes characteristics ofMyOpenMath, benefits for instructors, available instructor training, and benefits over usingcurrent quizzes in the Canvas LMS. Not limited to chemical engineering courses, MyOpenMathis applicable to any equation based course. This paper focuses on the faculty
), 2016. https://doi.org/10.1109/tale.2016.7851818.[5] J.D. Boer and J. Tolboom, “How to interpret viewing scenarios in log files from streamingmedia servers,” International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life-LongLearning, vol. 18, 4, pp. 432, 2008. https://doi.org/10.1504/ijceell.2008.019643.[6] F.V. O’Callaghan, D.L. Neumann, L. Jones, and P.A. Creed, “The use of lecture recordings inHigher Education: A review of institutional, student, and lecturer issues,” Education andInformation Technologies, vol. 22, 1, pp. 399–415, 2015.https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-015-9451-z.[7] M.R. Edwards and M.E. Clinton, “A study exploring the impact of lecture captureavailability and lecture capture usage on student attendance and attainment
computing diversity research.Sutanu Bhattacharya ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 Empowering Undergraduates with NLP: Integrative Methods for Deepening Understanding through Visualization and Case StudiesAbstractA thorough approach that successfully balances academic understanding and real-world experience is neededto teach undergraduate students Natural Language Processing (NLP). This research emphasizes the synthe-sis of theory and practical application to overcome the significant obstacles in teaching NLP. We suggestemploying interactive tools and technologies, such as Jupyter notebooks and well-known Python libraries(NLTK and SpaCy), to engage students and improve their learning
the instructor in the followingcategories: • Professionalism: How well did each team member maintain the appropriate level of professionalism throughout the project? Behaviors to consider: shows respect towards team members, arrives at meetings on time, meets deadlines, uses applicable technology, etc. • Communication: How well did each team member communicate in the appropriate manner for this project? Behaviors to consider: uses academic dialogue, listens to other team members, offers and accepts feedback constructively, facilitates positive interactions among team members, etc. • Content Knowledge and Skills: Did the team member have or acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to