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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #6: World-class STEM Leader

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Saeed D. Foroudastan, Middle Tennessee State University

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results the Rover project provides for members who participate.After the project is completed, graduate students receive a survey of 15 questions, three of whichare listed in Table 1. From the survey, 100% of members said that the Rover Project helped themlearn the technical skills required to be successful in the industry. All of the students who haveworked on the Rover project said they would recommend this program to other students. Inaddition to what is listed in the table, out of the members who participate in the Rover project,95% receive highly desired jobs upon graduation both at the national and international level.ConclusionAlthough the Rover program requires a substantial amount time and effort on top of the routinelecture courses, the

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International Division (INTL): Navigating Risks and Cross-Cultural Challenges

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mariza Tsakalerou, Nazarbayev University; John Israilidis, University of Sheffield; Yerdaulet Kumisbek, Nazarbayev University

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international teams and stakeholders. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025Beyond technical proficiency. Cultivating creativity to meet evolving industrydemands.Prof. Mariza Tsakalerou, Nazarbayev University Dr. Tsakalerou is an Associate Professor and the Director of the Engineering Management program, which is jointly offered by the School of Engineering and the Graduate School of Business at Nazarbayev University. Dr. Tsakalerou mainly focuses on innovation management, examining strategies to drive innovation within the engineering and technology sectors. Her research interests also include exploring the impacts of technology on society and how engineering practices can be adapted to

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #3: Student Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl; Racheida S. Lewis, University of Georgia; Indrani Sen, Georgia Institute of Technology; Columbia Mishra, Maxar Technologies ; Mona Mona; Venkata Sai Naveena Bathula, SWE

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, except the second author who isnot an international woman engineer herself, used these prompts to reflect on their experiences,and over a few weeks generated several pages of documents individually.The following prompts were collectively formulated by the group: 1. What led you to pursue engineering? Did you grow up with exposure to engineering in your family? 2. What led you to the United States? What were some of your preconceived notions about the country and being international in the U.S.? Were these true? 3. What was your perception of engineering as a career before you embarked on pursuing education and career opportunities in the United States? How have these perceptions changed

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #3: Student Perspectives

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Chaney E. Dietz, Northeastern University; Aidan J. Kane, Northeastern University; Courtney A. Pfluger, Northeastern University

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developed and ran 8 Faculty-led Dialogue of Civilization programs to Brazil focused on Sustainable En- ergy. She has won several teaching awards including ChE Sioui Award for Excellence in Teaching, North- eastern COE Outstanding Teaching Award, and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) Innovation in ChE Education Award. She also won best paper at the Annual 2022 ASEE conference in both Design in Engineering Education Division and the Professional Interest Council 5 (PIC V) for her research in Inclusive Team-based learning. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2023Reflections on an Immersive International Engineering Program Focused on Sustainable Energy in Brazil

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #3: Student Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Daniel Ifeoluwa Adeniranye, Florida International University; Bruk T. Berhane, Florida International University

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acculturating environment in the United States will promote anintra-study of Black students in the U.S and a valid recognition of the diversity among Blacks.References[1] Institute of International Education (IIE, 2022), “International Student Data, Open Doors Report,” 1948/49-2021/22. Accessed: Jan. 17, 2022. [Online]. Available: https://opendoorsdata.org/[2] Jane Lorenzi and Jeanne Batalova, “Sub-Saharan African immigrants in the United States,” Migration Information Source, Oct. 2022. [Online]. Available: https://www.migrationpolicy.org/article/sub-saharan-african-immigrants-united-states- 2019#age-education-employment[3] F. J. Onuma, “DOES SOCIAL CLASS HAVE ANYTHING TO DO WITH IT?: EXPLORING THE COLLEGE

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #3: Student Perspectives

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Manuel José Alejandro Baquero-Sierra, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI); Cristián Eduardo Vargas-Ordóñez, Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE); Jacqueline E McDermott; Stephen Mark McBride, Purdue University

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, international students allow universities in the U.S. toembrace a diverse environment on their campuses, enrich the learning environment with newcultural perspectives, recruit the best candidates within a broader and more diverse pool, increasetheir cost revenues in academics, and form a qualified workforce for important positions fornational and global development [1].International graduate engineering students (IGES) comprise a significant portion of the studentpopulation. In the United States, there were more than 385,000 international graduate students inthe 2021-22 academic year [2], and temporary visa holders earned 58% of all engineeringdoctorate degrees awarded in 2019 [3]. At Purdue University, 128 countries are represented bythe 2,369 IGES in

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #4: Global DEI

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Carlos Quadrado, ENTER Network; Kseniya Zaitseva, ENTER Network

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Paper ID #39874Engineering Educators’ International Recognition: How and What forProf. Jose Carlos Quadrado, ENTER Network Jose Carlos Quadrado is an international leader in engineering education. He is the ASEE International Division Chair-Elect. He is a tenured full professor and currently the President of the ENTER Network.Dr. Kseniya Zaitseva, ENTER Network Secretary General of the ENTER Network. PhD in Pedagogical Sciences, graduate degree in ”Mathe- matical Methods in Economics”. Also holds a Management degree. Her research focus is in Quality As- surance, active learning and international academic mobility

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Assessment and Accreditation, Globalization without Travel

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Bradley J. Putman, Bucknell University; Khaled A. Al-Sahili, An-Najah National University; Abdelhaleem Khader, An-Najah National University; Alia Gilbrecht, An-Najah National University

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, civil engineering programs haveseveral curriculum requirements. One such requirement is the application of principles ofsustainability, risk, resilience, diversity, equity, and inclusion to civil engineering problems [5].International Virtual Exchange (IVE)With the rise of globalization, cross-border collaboration in professional industries, includingengineering, is increasingly common. This shift necessitates intercultural competence as a vitalskill for today’s engineers, alongside their technical expertise. Global competencies involve theability of individuals or teams from diverse cultural backgrounds to work together effectively,embracing multiple perspectives.Universities are addressing the need to develop intercultural competence in

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hans M Tritico, University of Mount Union; Chad S. Korach, University of Mount Union

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set ofsix-piece chicken nuggets they can produce within 15-minutes. The points serve as a metric forthe overall productivity of the country and world during the game. The game is played twicewithin a 65-minute class session. The first game does not have any tariffs imposed and thusrepresents a liberalized trade environment. The game is then run a second time under a scenarioin which one country has invaded another country and in response multiple countries haveimposed import tariffs on each other. Students also spend five-minutes reflecting on what theylearned about international trade. While the specific results change each time new student teamsplay the game, the general results that a) there are winners and losers from tariffs and b

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sushil Acharya, Robert Morris University; Jennifer Creamer, Robert Morris University

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also depicts more reliable predictable enrollment numbers by expandinginternationally. The authors also feel that the decline in undergraduate student population shouldbe supplemented by the increase in graduate student population to maintain a healthy revenuegeneration stream. Figure 2: Expanding the Enrollment region 1.2. International Students in the United StatesThe number of international students studying at U.S. colleges and universities rebounded fromlows hit during the pandemic, rising 12% to 1,057,188 in 2022-2023, an increase of more than100,000 students according to the Open Doors Report by the Institute of International Education(IIE) [4]. See Figure 3 below. Figure 3

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #3: Student Perspectives

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Lisa Schibelius, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Tahsin Mahmud Chowdhury, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Andrea L. Schuman, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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balance an understanding ofboth the technical context with consideration for the social, contextual, and cultural influence onengineering, especially since different countries have different approaches to problem-solving,collaboration, and communication [2]. One way of integrating global competency learning intothe engineering curriculum is through study abroad programs [3]. These programs range induration such as two-week or summer-long time frames and focus on context, country, andlanguage-learning components. However, one of the main barriers for these programs isaccessibility and the lack of flexibility in engineering curricula. Hence, some programs offershort international experiences during the summer to allow students to participate

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #2: Global Engagement

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Meredith Blumthal, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Gretchen M. Forman, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Juliana Roznowski; Hannah Dougherty, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Ernest-John Ignacio, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Molly H Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Brian Woodard, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

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) reflect this reversescoring, as noted. In addition, we assessed the Cultural Competence (CC) scale for internalconsistency (reliability) using Cronbach’s alpha statistic. In so doing, we discovered that two ofthe items (7 and 10) detracted from the overall reliability of the scale, and so removed them fromthe calculation of the composite CC score. The resulting alpha reliability coefficient is .75 (forthe Grainger students) which represents an acceptable level internal consistency.The 12 Items 1. The technology that is used in the United States is likely the best technology to use to solve similar technical problems in other countries. 2. There is a single best solution to every engineering problem. 3. It is important for engineers to

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #4: Global DEI

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michael D. Preuss, Exquiri Consulting, LLC; John Albert Avila Sr., Texas A&M University; Karen L. Butler-Purry, P.E., Texas A&M University; Shannon Walton, Texas A&M University; Ahmarlay Myint, Texas A&M University; Maria Claudia Alves, Texas A&M University; John Walewski, Texas A&M University; Zenon Medina Cetina; Kim Withers; Keisha D. Bahr, Texas A&M University; Sasha Sentz; Barbara Szczerbinska, Texas A&M University

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, point to the efficacy of short-term internationalresearch opportunities as learning, perspective altering, and motivating experiences forundergraduates who identify with underrepresented groups and for undergraduates in general.1. IntroductionThe impacts of short-term study abroad programs are considered in the literature [1, 2, 3, 4] butinformation regarding mentored undergraduate research in STEM disciplines completed throughtwo-week international programs is limited as is material regarding impacts of suchprogramming for students identifying with underrepresented groups. Outcomes from two short-term international programs in STEM, one offered in the Yucatan in collaboration with Mexicanuniversities and the other in Belize, are considered

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Animesh Paul, University of Georgia; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl; Racheida S Lewis, University of Georgia; Lilianny Virguez, University of Florida; Krishna Pakala, Boise State University; Debarati Basu, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

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diversefaculty perspectives when considering how to support international engineering students,recognizing that each student has unique and intricate experiences in both academic and non-academic aspects.IntroductionThe F-1 Visa, designated for academic students, grants a foreign national permission to enter theUnited States as a full-time student enrolled in an accredited college, university, seminary,conservatory, academic high school, elementary school, or any other recognized academicinstitution, including language training programs according to the University of Washington.This status signifies that an individual is lawfully present in the United States and is subject tothe privileges and limitations outlined in the immigration regulations [3

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jose Texier, LACCEI; Maria Mercedes Larrondo-Petrie, Florida Atlantic University; Laura Romero, Tecnologico de Monterrey ; Charles Anders Bazile, Florida Atlantic University; Jose Carlos Quadrado, Instituto Superior De Engenharia De Lisboa

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Monitoring Committee. Ifapproved, the professor would then be registered and qualified to use the tile iPEER(International Professional Engineering Educator Register), and all their ENTER-certifiedprofessional training can be verified online. The paper also discusses the technical aspectsof meeting the security and privacy requirements of ENTER. ENTER is the onlyprofessional regulating body recognized to regulate the International StandardClassification of Occupations ISCO - 2311 Engineering Educator profession. The initiativehas been successful, with almost 2000 professors from 42 countries registered sinceNovember 2023, and over 4000 in the process. The goal of the paper is to increase thetransparency on the review process and to encourage more

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session #2: Global Engagement

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Seth D. Mallett, Metropolitan State University of Denver; Jeno Balogh Ph.D., Metropolitan State University of Denver; Marcus Juby, University of Pécs, Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology ; Zoltan Orban, University of Pecs Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology

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jointinternational graduate program for civil engineers that focuses on sustainable engineering. Somesimilar programs include domestic graduate-level sustainable engineering programs [3]–[5],international undergraduate study abroad experiences in sustainable development [6]–[8], andcollaborative international graduate engineering programs [9]–[11]. Additionally, the authorsdesire that their paper will further inspire joint international initiatives for global sustainabledevelopment education.1.2 MotivationThe motivation for the development of the Program can be subdivided into the perspectives ofstudents, the university and department/faculty, and global society.1.2.1 Student perspectiveFirst, the Program will allow for numerous benefits for both MSU Denver

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Maimuna Begum Kali, Florida International University; Debalina Maitra, Arizona State University; Sreyoshi Bhaduri, ThatStatsGirl; Lilianny Virguez, University of Florida

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by systemic racism[2] as well as “build solidarity and strive toward shared understanding” [3]. Included in thisgroup are Asian women who are often excluded from equity-related STEM studies because oftheir ‘overrepresentation’ in STEM. However, previous research has shown that Asian womenalso navigate gendered and racialized obstacles in STEM programs [4], [5]. Therefore, it iscritical to investigate the engineering experiences of international women in engineering throughdifferent stages of their lives, as there is very little known about their academic and industryexperiences in the United States.In this study, we aim to capture the nuances and experiences of being international women ofcolor within the engineering context in the United

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Claude Brathwaite, City University of New York, City College

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report has alsoshown that the areas of growth and reimagining of International Research, given the 91%reduction in participation (from 347099 in 2018/19 to 14,549 in 2020/21). This gain wasfollowed by a rebound to 188,753 in 2021/22, an increase of close to 1200% and a nearly 13-foldincrease over the previous year. The importance and benefits of STEM students having aninternational experience has been well documented [2]. Additionally, higher education is movingforward with embracing the concept of educating engineers as a global citizen [3, 4].High Impact Practices (HIPs) have been shown to be effective in retention, persistence, andoverall student success [5-10]. These practices include activities such as undergraduate research,service

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Carolyn "Kelly" Ottman, Milwaukee School of Engineering; Sohum A. Sohoni, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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can decrease access. Outages and backup plans are necessary.In a case not discussed in this paper, a partnered Indian faculty lost internet access just at the startof her first presentation to the class. She felt she lost “face” and had a hard time reengaging. Inthe virtual case, multiple technical failures in one class session required creative problem-solvingand the use of personal phones instead of traditional classroom technology systems. Cyclonesand other weather related issued created periods where the Indian faculty did not have access topower, much less internet.Use of technology to promote collaboration is encouraged. OWL 360 camera technology wasused to bring the Indian faculty into the face-to-face US classrooms and allow full

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Viyon Dansu, Florida International University; Alexandra Coso Strong, Florida International University

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acknowledge and thank Dr. Bruk Berhane, Dr. Monica Cardella andDr. Emily Anderson, professors at Florida International University, Miami, for theircontributions and insights in making this work a reality. Additionally, gratitude is extended toKaitlyn Thomas of the University of Nevada, Reno for the valuable feedback.Reference[1] G. Bethel, “Mathematics Education in Sub-Saharan Africa,” Pap., 2019, Accessed: Aug. 24,2023. [Online]. Available: https://elibrary.worldbank.org/doi/epdf/10.1596/25289[2] M. Vavrus, Culturally responsive teaching. 21st century education: A reference handbook, 2,49–57. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publishing, 2008.[3] Aceves, Terese and Orosco, Michael, “Culturally Responsive Teaching,” 2014, [Online].Available: https

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Juan Sebastián Sánchez-Gómez, Universidad de los Andes; Laura Eugenia Romero Robles, Tecnológico de Monterrey; Maria Catalina Ramirez; Libis Valdez Cervantes; Luis Alberto Cruz Salazar, Universidad Antonio Nariño,Colombia; Technical University of Munich, School of Engineering and Design, Germany

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Paper ID #44088Proposal of Teacher Training in DEI + STEM: A Collaborative Work in LatinAmerica and the CaribbeanJuan Sebasti´an S´anchez-G´omez, Universidad de los Andes Doctoral student of PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering at Universidad de los Andes (Colombia).Laura Eugenia Romero Robles, Tecnol´ogico de MonterreyMaria Catalina RamirezLIBIS DEL C VALDEZ C ˜Luis Alberto Cruz Salazar, Universidad Antonio Narino,Colombia; Technical University of Munich, School ofEngineering and Design, Germany ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Proposal of

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula II

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Sigrid -- Berka, The University of Rhode Island

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an engineering disciplineand a second language and spend their senior year abroad studying and interning as a mandatorypart of their program, then return to campus as part of their 5th and final year where they takecapstone courses in their respective engineering disciplines and the highest sequence of secondlanguage, culture, and literature courses.Research question 1: Which changes in students’ intercultural development were measured bythe IDI assessment?Research question 2: Which individual factors impacted changes in professional, personal andlife skills development during a year of studying and interning abroad?Literature review In previous influential scholarship, Byram [1], Deardorff [2] and Bennett [3] haveoutlined conceptual

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sandra Jennina Sanchez, Florida International University; Jose Daniel Ballen; MILTON JANUARIO RUEDA VARON, Universidad Ean; Douglas Lee Robertson, Florida International University

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interpretations, and/or applying knowledge—contrasts with passive learning in which students receive content and are expected to internalize and recall that content in basically unchanged form. Collaborative learning Learning that involves active collaboration with classmates, community members, and/or others to generate/explore/analyze/interpret/apply several ideas/practices.3. Institutional ContextUniminuto is a private catholic university founded in 1990, with a student body of 92,000 as of2022 [28]. Notably, 59% of the degrees are offered through distance learning, 14% are totallyvirtual, and 27% are in-person. It has more than 20 campuses

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Pingchien Neo, University of Florida; Elliot P. Douglas, University of Florida

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groups, being attuned to emerging globalissues, and having the ability to adapt to a changing world in order to compete in the globalarena [1], [2], [3], [4].Study abroad has been highlighted by the U.S. Department of State as a way to prepare a diversegroup of future Americans leaders to excel in a globalized economy, collaborate internationally,and enhance international diplomacy. In his first address as U.S. Secretary of State, AntonyBlinken remarked that “People-to-people exchanges bring our world closer together and conveythe best of America to the world, especially to its young people” [5]. The U.S. Department ofEducation’s inaugural international education strategy in 2012 emphasized the importance ofglobal competencies in a domestic

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Kirsten A. Davis, Purdue University; Mengzhou Chen, Purdue University; Amanda Danielle Wolf, Purdue University

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abroadin engineering programs, then we will define the term curricular complexity and explain how itis measured, and finally we will provide a detailed description of the university context whereour study takes place.Perceptions of Challenges for Study Abroad in Engineering Engineering students have historically been underrepresented in study abroad programs(Institute of International Education [IIE], 2009). Several reports and papers have discussedpotential reasons for this (e.g., IIE, 2009; Parkinson, 2007), most notably the NewportDeclaration which was developed in 2008 through a summit of engineering educators on theGlobalization of Engineering Education. This team of global engineering leaders presented a listof obstacles to the

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula II

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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James N Warnock, University of Georgia

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International Branch Campuses (IBCs) in 77 countries, withChina being the number one host [2, 3]. The establishment of international instructional sitesreflects the growing trend of globalization in higher education, where institutions seek to expandtheir reach, promote cross-cultural understanding, and provide students with diverse educationalexperiences [4]. These sites can cater to both local students seeking an international educationwithout the need to relocate oversees and international students seeking to study abroad orpursue academic opportunities in a different country.Establishing an international instructional site holds immense value for US universities, offeringa multitude of benefits that contribute to their academic reputation, student

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Loay Al-Zube, University of Mount Union

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lectures by industry professionals into theGlobal Engineering Lab curriculum. This deliberate approach aimed to provide students withvaluable insights into the contemporary global trends in engineering, technology, and innovation.One notable guest speaker, Mr. Scott Johnson, a distinguished alumnus from 1979 and VicePresident for International Development at SolarCool Technologies LLC, was invited by the firstauthor. Drawing upon his extensive global experience, including engagements in the United ArabEmirates (UAE), Mr. Johnson delivered two captivating talks. These sessions were designed notonly to share technical knowledge but also to emphasize the cultural nuances, arts, and societalaspects unique to the UAE.Aligning with the overarching

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: International Programs and Curricula I

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Andrea L. Schuman, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Yi Cao, Virginia Tech; Homero Murzi, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; David B Knight, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

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significantly weighed by students. Institutions can use these discoveriesto know what information to present to students and which program design considerations seemto matter to students as they seek to build interest in a specific study abroad program.IntroductionIt is valuable for engineering programs to help their students develop global engineeringcompetencies before they enter increasingly international workplaces [1], [2], [3]. One way thatengineering programs encourage global engineering competency is through study abroadprograms. Studying abroad helps students develop their global attitudes and perspectives andapply their global competencies in an authentic context [4], [5]. Studying abroad can have highbarriers to entry, with factors such as

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International Division (INTL) Poster Session

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Jorge Ivan Rodriguez-Devora, University of Georgia; David Emory Stooksbury, University of Georgia; John Ray Morelock, University of Georgia; Sonia J Garcia, University of Georgia; Animesh Paul, University of Georgia; Deborah Moyaki, University of Georgia

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). Somestudents identified the usefulness of having a high command of English and Spanish as manyUS corporations have operations in Latin-America. These students also expressed their desireto join the workforce that connects such businesses. The students also expressed how they werelearning engineering by dealing with real and relevant problems and the challenges of learningnew technical vocabulary in another language. As with the first prompt, students mentioneddeveloping the professional skill of working in a team.Figure 3. How did this bilingual, international engineering course differ from otherengineering courses?The third prompt asked the students to discuss the challenges with the course. The mostcommon word used was different (Figure 3). This is

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International Division (INTL) Technical Session: Cultural Perspectives

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hashim Alyousef, Oregon State University; Shane A. Brown P.E., Oregon State University

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Press, 1989.[16] N. K. Khosh, A. A. A. Khalil, and H. H. S. Alhaded, “CULTURAL VALUES AND NORMS OF COMMUNICATION: A VIEW FROM THE MIDDLE EAST,” in Proceedings of ADVED 2020- 6th International Conference on Advances in Education, International Organization Center of Academic Research, Sep. 2020. doi: 10.47696/adved.202096.[17] D. K. Qattous, “The image of the teacher in Arabic poetry,” vol. 3, no. 9, 2014.[18] S. A. Karabenick and S. Moosa, “Culture and personal epistemology: U.S. and Middle Eastern students’ beliefs about scientific knowledge and knowing,” p. 19.[19] J. H. Steward, Theory of culture change: The methodology of multilinear evolution. University of Illinois Press, 1972.[20] B. K. Hofer, “Personal