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Student Learning, Problem Solving, & Critical Thinking 3

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Peggy C. Boylan-Ashraf, Stanford University; Steven A. Freeman, Iowa State University; Mack Shelley, Iowa State University

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Paper ID #9483A Case For a Reform in Teaching Introductory, Fundamental EngineeringMechanics CoursesDr. Peggy C. Boylan-Ashraf, Stanford University Dr. Peggy C. Boylan-Ashraf is a postdoctoral research scholar in the Department of Civil and Environ- mental Engineering at Stanford University. Her research interests lie at the intersection of solid mechanics and engineering education, particularly in the areas of a new paradigm in teaching introductory, funda- mental engineering mechanics classes (statics, mechanics of materials, and dynamics).Dr. Steven A. Freeman, Iowa State University Dr. Steven A. Freeman is a

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Student Learning, Problem Solving, and Critical Thinking 1

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Jeffrey A. Davis, Grant MacEwan University; Shelley Lorimer, Grant MacEwan University

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student assessment techniques as well as looking at the socio- economic sustainability of educational institutions.Dr. Shelley Lorimer P.Eng., Grant MacEwan University Dr. Shelley Lorimer, P.Eng. is Chair of the Bachelor of Science in Engineering Transfer Program (BSEN) at Grant MacEwan University in Edmonton, Alberta. She teaches undergraduate courses in statics and dynamics, as well as courses in engineering professionalism. She is currently participating in a research project with Alberta Innovates – Technology Futures in the oil sands and hydrocarbon recovery group doing reservoir simulation of enhanced oil recovery processes. She has a Ph.D. in numerical modeling from the University of Alberta, also in Edmonton

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Student Learning, Problem Solving, & Critical Thinking 3

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Eric L. Wang, University of Nevada, Reno; Ann-Marie Vollstedt, University of Nevada, Reno

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Paper ID #9658A Method for Adjusting Group-Based GradesDr. Eric L. Wang, University of Nevada, Reno Eric L. Wang is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Nevada, Reno. Dr. Wang has won numerous awards including the Regents Distinguished Teaching Award, Nevada’s most prestigious teaching award. In addition to his pedagogical activities, Dr. Wang conducts research on sports equipment, biomechanics, robotics, and intelligent materials.Dr. Ann-Marie Vollstedt, University of Nevada, Reno

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Pedagogy and Learning 1

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Laura Hirshfield, Oregon State University; Jaynie L. Whinnery, Oregon State University; Debra M. Gilbuena, Oregon State University; Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University

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Paper ID #9597A Study of Feedback Provided to Student Teams Engaged in Open-EndedProjectsDr. Laura Hirshfield, Oregon State University Laura Hirshfield is a Post-Doctoral Scholar at Oregon State University. She received her B.S. from the University of Michigan and her Ph.D. from Purdue University, both in chemical engineering. She is cur- rently doing research in the engineering education field, investigating technology-mediated active learning in a chemical engineering curriculum. After her post-doc, she plans to pursue a career in academia.Ms. Jaynie L. Whinnery, Oregon State University Jaynie Whinnery is a graduate

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Student Learning, Problem Solving, & Critical Thinking 2

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Amy Elizabeth Bumbaco, University of Florida; Elliot P. Douglas, University of Florida

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Paper ID #9382A thematic analysis on critical thinking in engineering undergraduatesMiss Amy Elizabeth Bumbaco, University of Florida Amy Bumbaco is a PhD candidate in the Materials Science and Engineering Department at University of Florida, USA. She is working on engineering education research as her focus. Her current research interests include first year engineering education, critical thinking, qualitative methodologies, and peer review. She received her BS in Materials Science and Engineering at Virginia Tech. She founded an ASEE student chapter at University of Florida and is currently an officer of the

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Student Learning, Problem Solving, and Critical Thinking 1

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Cynthia B. Paschal, Vanderbilt University

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Paper ID #10674Accuracy in Student Placement DataDr. Cynthia B. Paschal, Vanderbilt University Dr. Paschal is Associate Dean of the Vanderbilt University School of Engineering and is a faculty member in the Department of Biomedical Engineering. She has research experience in medical imaging and engineering education. Paschal earned the bachelor and master degrees in nuclear engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and the doctor of philosophy in biomedical engineering from Case Western Reserve University

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Student Learning, Problem Solving, & Critical Thinking 3

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Nicole P Pitterson, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Ruth A. Streveler, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Paper ID #9661”Actively constructing interactive engineering learning environments”Miss Nicole P Pitterson, Purdue University, West Lafayette I am a second year PhD student in the Engineering Education Department at Purdue University. I currently hold a MSc in Manufacturing Engineering from Western Illinois University. My research interest is eliciting students’ conceptual understanding of AC circuits using an active learning approach. I work under the tutelage of Dr. Ruth Streveler.Dr. Ruth A. Streveler, Purdue University, West Lafayette Ruth A. Streveler is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering

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ERM Potpourri

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Erick Jacob Nefcy, Oregon State University; Audrey Briggs Champagne, University at Albany, SUNY; Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University

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Paper ID #7603Characterization of Iterative Model Development in a Complex, AuthenticEngineering TaskErick Jacob Nefcy, Oregon State UniversityProf. Audrey Briggs Champagne, University at Albany, SUNY Professor EmeritaDr. Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University Milo Koretsky is a Professor of Chemical Engineering at Oregon State University. He currently has research activity in areas related to thin film materials processing and engineering education. He is in- terested in integrating technology into effective educational practices and in promoting the use of higher level cognitive skills in engineering problem solving

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First Year Engineering

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Rick Olson, University of San Diego; Truc T. Ngo, University of San Diego; Susan M Lord, University of San Diego

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support U.S. military veterans, community college transfer students, and innovative engineering math education. He has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, and M.S. in Industrial Engineering, and a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering with emphasis in Operations Research from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.Dr. Truc T. Ngo, University of San Diego Dr. Truc Ngo is an Assistant Professor of Industrial & Systems Engineering at the University of San Diego. Her research interests are in the areas of green materials and processes involving polymers and composites, organic semiconductors, and supercritical fluids. Dr. Ngo received her Bachelor’s in 1997 and Doctor of Philosophy in 2001, both in Chemical Engineering

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Misconceptions

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Shane A. Brown P.E., Washington State University

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Paper ID #7901Conceptual Change in Mechanics of MaterialsDr. Shane A. Brown P.E., Washington State University Dr. Shane Brown conducts research on cognition and conceptual change in engineering. He received his bachelor’s and Ph.D. degrees from Oregon State University, both in civil engineering. His Ph.D. degree includes a minor in science and mathematics education. His master’s degree is in environmental engineering from the University of California, Davis. Dr. Brown is a licensed professional civil engineer and has six years of experience designing water and wastewater treatment facilities in central California. He

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Assessment of Student Learning 2

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Sabah Razouk Abro, Lawrence Technological University; Jerry Cuper, Lawrence Technological University

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Paper ID #5886Consistent Course Assessment ModelDr. Sabah Razouk Abro, Lawrence Technological University Dr. Sabah Abro is an internationally educated professor and program Director at Lawrence Technological University. He graduated with a Bachelor degree from the University of Baghdad, pursued a post gradu- ate diploma in planning from the United Nations institute in the middle east, Went to Wales in the United kingdom to get his Master’s degree and then to Belgium for his Ph.D. He has also international work experience; he served as Faculty at Al Mustansiria University in Baghdad, a regional consultant at the

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Motivation and Self-Efficacy

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Rachel McCord, Virginia Tech; Holly M Matusovich, Virginia Tech

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Paper ID #6138Developing an Instrument to Measure Motivation, Learning Strategies andConceptual ChangeMs. Rachel McCord, Virginia Tech Rachel McCord is a second year graduate student in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. Her current research interests include motivation, conceptual understanding and student use of metacognitive practices. She received her B.S. and M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Tennessee. Her advisor is Dr. Holly Matusovich.Dr. Holly M Matusovich, Virginia Tech

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Retention and Persistence in Engineering

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Geoff Potvin, Clemson University; Zahra Hazari, Florida International University; Leidy Klotz, Clemson University; Allison Godwin, Clemson University; Robynne M. Lock, Department of Engineering and Science Education, Clemson University; Jennifer Dawn Cribbs, Western Kentucky University; Nicole Barclay, Clemson University

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of Management in Engineering. 1998, 14, 45– 56.[11] Gee, J. P. Identity as an analytic lens for research in education. Review of research in education; 2000, 25, 99 –125.[12] Johnson, A.; Brown, J.; Carlone, H.; Cuevas, A. Authoring Identity Amid the Treacherous Terrain of Science: AMultiracial Feminist Examination of the Journeys of Three Women of Color in Science. Journal of Research inScience Teaching; 2011, 48, 339–366.[13] Brickhouse, N. W.; Lowery, P.; Schultz, K. What Kind of a Girl Does Science? The Construction of SchoolScience Identities. Journal of Research in Science Teaching; 2000, 37, 441–458.[14] Hazari, Z.; Sonnert, G.; Sadler, P. M.; Shanahan, M.-C. Connecting high school physics experiences, outcomeexpectations, physics

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First Year Engineering

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Jennifer M Peuker, University of Alaska, Anchorage; Jennifer McFerran Brock, University of Alaska Anchorage; Steffen Peuker, University of Alaska Anchorage

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work with academic assessment, particularly relating to ABET. She can be reached at jmcferran@uaa.alaska.edu.Dr. Steffen Peuker, University of Alaska Anchorage Dr. Steffen Peuker is an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and the Director of the Thermal System Design Laboratory at the University of Alaska Anchorage. He is teaching the Thermal System De- sign, Thermal System Design Laboratory, HVAC Systems Optimization and Introduction to Engineering courses. His work in engineering education focuses on hands-on undergraduate engineering education in the HVAC&R area, student-industry cooperation, and developing innovative ways of merging engineering fundamentals and engineering in practice and research

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Assessment of Student Learning 1

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Nidal Al-Masoud, Central Connecticut State University; Viatcheslav Naoumov, Cental Connecticut State University; Steven Joseph Kirstukas, Central Connecticut State University

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-Masoud research interests are in the fields of Control Systems and Dynamics, HVAC systems, and Engineering Education. He has numerous journal and conference proceeding publications in the aforementioned area, and was the winner of the ASEE Mechanics Division Best paper Award in 2006. He has an extensive experience in Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems (HVAC) design.Dr. Viatcheslav Naoumov, Cental Connecticut State University Viatcheslav Naoumov, Professor, Ph.D., Dr. of Science, Distinguished Scientist of Russian Republic of Tatarstan. Current affiliation: Cental Connecticut State University Graduated from Kazan Aviation Institute, College of Aircraft and Rocket Engines (Russia). During his 26 years

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Engineering Identity 1

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Kristen Hatten, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Tiago R Forin, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Robin Adams, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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University in 2008. While in the School of Engineering Education, he works as a Graduate Research Assistant in the X-Roads Research Group and has an interest in cross-disciplinary practice and engineering identity development.Dr. Robin Adams, Purdue University, West Lafayette Robin S. Adams is an Associate Professor in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. Her research is concentrated in three interconnecting areas: cross-disciplinary thinking, acting, and be- ing; design cognition and learning; and theories of change in linking engineering education research and practice. Page 23.89.1

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ERM Potpourri

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Kathryn W. Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University; Joanna F. DeFranco, Pennsylvania State University, Great Valley; Sally Sue Richmond, Penn State Great Valley School of Graduate Professional Studies

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enrolled in first-year engineering design; and (ii) 52 graduate engineers enrolled in amaster’s level systems engineering course. Our results showed 41 common correlated pairsbetween these two samples, all at the p<0.05 level of significance. The implications of thesecorrelations for engineering educators are discussed, along with potential directions for futureresearch to expand this area of study.1. IntroductionThe use of concept maps in engineering education research is growing, with applications in theassessment of knowledge mastery and integration within courses, programs, and across multipledisciplines2,7,12,13,14,19,21. Concept maps are also being used to assess the effectiveness of theearly stages of engineering problem solving and

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Teaching with Technology

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Caleb H Farny, Boston University; Sean B Andersson, Boston University

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mechanical engineering (Stanford University, 1995), and a Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering (University of Maryland, College Park, 2003). He has worked at AlliedSignal Aerospace and Aeroviron- ment, Inc. and is currently an Associate Professor of mechanical engineering and of systems engineering with Boston University. His research interests include systems and control theory with applications in scanning probe microscopy, dynamics in molecular systems, and robotics. Page 23.134.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 Achieving Coherent and Interactive

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Novel Pedagogies 1

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Shannon Rhey Butler, Purdue University; Kay C Dee, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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activity.AcknowledgementsAmanda Ensminger generously provided SAS code for analyses.References1. Prince, M., “Does Active Learning Work? A Review of the Research.” Journal of Engineering Education,93(3):223-231, 2004.2. Mazur, E., “Farewell, Lecture?” Science, 323(5910):50-51, 2009.3. Hake, R.R., “Interactive-engagement versus traditional methods: A six-thousand-student survey of mechanicstest data for introductory physics courses,” American Journal of Physics, 66(1):64-74, 1998.4. Felder, R.M., Felder, G.N., and Dietz, E.J., “A Longitudinal Study of Engineering Student Performance andRetention. V. Comparisons with Traditionally-Taught Students,” Journal of Engineering Education 87(4), 469-480,1998.5. Chapman, P. and Blemings, K., “Improving Retention Rates in

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Motivation and Self-Efficacy

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Robert Melendy Ph.D., George Fox University

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worked as an Engineer and Research Intern at Burelbach Industries, Hewlett-Packard Corporation, and Mitsubishi Silicon America. From 1997 to 1998 he worked as a full-time Instructor of Electronics Engineering Technology at Linn-Benton Community College in Albany, OR. From 1998 to 2006 he worked as a full-time Instructor at Heald Institute of Technology in Portland, OR where he taught classes in Electronics Engineering Technology, General Physics and Mathematics. He went on to join the faculty at George Fox University in 2006 where he became an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering. In 2008 he received the Ph.D. degree in Applied Mathematics and Mathematics Education Research from Oregon State University

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Problem-based and Challenge-based Learning

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Fatin Aliah Phang, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Khairiyah Mohd-Yusof, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Syed Helmi Syed Hassan, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia; Mimi H. Hassim, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

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cutting corners in learning among students. Most of all, the analysis reveal the importance of emotional support in the form of motivation and encouragement, as students go through various emotions that form into perception, which in turn affect their performance.Dr. Khairiyah Mohd-Yusof, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia Khairiyah Mohd-Yusof is currently the Director of the Regional Centre for Engineering Education (RCEE), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. Previously, she had held posts as a Deputy Director at the Centre for Teaching and Learning and Head of the Chemical Engineering Department. As the Director of RCEE, she oversees the Ph.D. in engineering education program in UTM. Her main research areas are pro- cess

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Contextual Competencies

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Christel Heylen, Katholieke Universiteit, Leuven; Jos Vander Sloten, Katholieke Universiteit, Leuven

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obtained a Ph.D. in engineering in Aug. 2010 from the Katholieke Universiteit, Leuven. She is a member of LESEC (Leuven Engineering and Science Education Centre).Prof. Jos Vander Sloten, Katholieke Universiteit, Leuven Page 25.588.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2012 Evaluation of a Technical Writing Program Implemented in a First Year Engineering Design Course C. Heylen1 and J. Vander Sloten2 1 Christel Heylen, Faculty of Engineering, Tutorial Services, K.U.Leuven, Belgium

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Thinking About the Engineering Curriculum

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Olga Pierrakos, James Madison University; Anna Zilberberg; Christopher W. Swan, Tufts University; Angela R. Bielefeldt, University of Colorado, Boulder; Kurt Paterson P.E., Michigan Technological University; John J. Duffy, University of Massachusetts, Lowell; Sean Mcvay, James Madison Univeristy

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AC 2012-5229: FACULTY SURVEY ON LEARNING THROUGH SERVICE:DEVELOPMENT AND INITIAL FINDINGSDr. Olga Pierrakos, James Madison University Olga Pierrakos is an Associate Professor and founding faculty member in the School of Engineering, which is graduating its inaugural class May 2012, at James Madison University. Pierrakos holds a B.S. in engineering science and mechanics, an M.S. in engineering mechanics, and a Ph.D. in biomedical en- gineering from Virginia Tech. Her interests in engineering education research center around recruitment and retention, engineering design instruction and methodology, learning through service (NSF EFELTS project), understanding engineering students through the lens of identity theory

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Problem-based and Challenge-based Learning

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Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech; Marie C. Paretti, Virginia Tech; Brett D. Jones, Virginia Tech; Philip R. Brown, Virginia Tech

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AC 2012-4055: HOW PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING AND TRADITIONALENGINEERING DESIGN PEDAGOGIES INFLUENCE THE MOTIVATIONOF FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERING STUDENTSDr. Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech Holly Matusovich is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education. Matusovich earned her doctoral degree in engineering education at Purdue University. She also has a B.S. in chemical engineering and an M.S. in materials science, with a concentration in metallurgy. Additionally, Matuso- vich has four years of experience as a consulting engineer and seven years of industrial experience in a variety of technical roles related to metallurgy and quality systems for an aerospace supplier. Matuso- vich’s research interests

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Contextual Competencies

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David B. Knight, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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besuccessful in the workforce of 2020. Producing graduates with the attributes of the engineer of2020 (hereafter referred to as the “E2020 attributes”) who are prepared for this dynamic,competitive global workforce is the current challenge for engineering education. Researchers aretasked to empirically identify ways in which undergraduate engineering programs can adjusteducational offerings to reach such a goal.Studies to date have largely focused on ABET criteria and the policies and practices that fosterthe development of each of these student outcomes. Given the newness and non-mandatorystatus of the E2020 attributes relative to the ABET accreditation criteria, little research hasinvestigated engineering student outcomes vis-à-vis the Engineer of

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Contextual Competencies

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Joshua David Schwartz, Trinity University; Ashley Ater Kranov, ABET

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Theory & Techniques Society (MTT-S). Schwartz has authored or co-authored 25 papers and conferences including one Best Student Paper (ANTEM/URSI), and co-authored one book chapter on Optoelectronic VLSI. His expertise spans a broad variety of topics including photonics, analog and integrated circuits, microwave and mm- wave technology, and recently, sensing applications.Dr. Ashley Ater Kranov, ABET Ashley Ater Kranov is ABET’s Managing Director of Professional Services. Her department is responsi- ble for ensuring the quality training of program evaluators, partnering with faculty and industry to conduct robust and innovative technical education research, and providing educational opportunities on sustainable

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Identity and Culture

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Tamara Floyd Smith, Tuskegee University; Denise Wilson, University of Washington; Diane Carlson Jones Ph.D., University of Washington; Melani Plett, Seattle Pacific University; Rebecca A. Bates, Minnesota State University, Mankato; Nanette M Veilleux, Simmons College

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AC 2012-5111: INVESTIGATION OF BELONGING FOR ENGINEERINGAND SCIENCE UNDERGRADUATES BY YEAR IN SCHOOLDr. Tamara Floyd Smith, Tuskegee University Tamara Floyd Smith, P.E., is Associate Professor of chemical engineering and 3M Scholar at Tuskegee University.Dr. Denise Wilson, University of Washington Denise Wilson is an Associate Professor at the University of Washington in the Department of Electrical Engineering and holds degrees in mechanical and electrical engineering, as well as education (learning sciences). Her technical research focuses on sensors and sensor systems, while her research in engineer- ing education emphasizes affective outcomes which influence academic achievement and persistence in

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Understanding Our Students II

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Michele L. Strutz, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Matthew W. Ohland, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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AC 2012-4514: LOW-SES FIRST-GENERATION STUDENTS’ DECISIONTO PURSUE ENGINEERINGMs. Michele L. Strutz, Purdue University, West Lafayette Michele L. Strutz is a 2009 NSF Graduate Research Fellow and will graduate this summer with her Ph.D. in engineering education and a secondary doctoral focus in gifted and talented education from Purdue University. Strutz’s research interests include stEm talent development and identification. Prior to completing her master’s degrees in gifted and talented education and in curriculum and instruction, Strutz worked as an engineer for 13 years in Laser Jet Printer product development and marketing at Hewlett Packard Co., computer systems design at Arthur Andersen & Co., sulfuric

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Contextual Competencies

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Hyun Kyoung Ro, Carnegie Mellon University; Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan; Dan Merson, Pennsylvania State University; Patrick T. Terenzini, Pennsylvania State University

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AC 2012-4880: MEASURING ENGINEERING STUDENTS’ CONTEXTUALCOMPETENCEDr. Hyun Kyoung Ro, Carnegie Mellon University Hyun Kyoung Ro is a Research Designer and Analyst in the Institutional Research and Analysis at Carnegie Mellon University.Dr. Lisa R. Lattuca, University of MichiganDr. Dan Merson, Pennsylvania State University Dan Merson is a Postdoctoral Fellow for the Center for the Study of Higher Education and the College Student Affairs program at Penn State. He received his Ph.D. in higher education from Penn State in the summer of 2011. While at Penn State, he primarily worked on the NCAA-funded Student-Athlete Climate Study (SACS), a nation-wide project to assess student-athlete’s perceptions and experiences

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Model Eliciting Activities

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Mary E. Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh; Brian P. Self, California Polytechnic State University; Larry J. Shuman, University of Pittsburgh; John Anthony Christ, U.S. Air Force Academy; Ronald L. Miller, Colorado School of Mines; Tamara J. Moore, University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

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AC 2012-4220: MODELS AND MODELING IN UPPER DIVISION CLASS-ROOMS: IMPACTING CONCEPTUAL UNDERSTANDING AND THE PRO-FESSIONAL SKILLSDr. Mary E. Besterfield-Sacre, University of Pittsburgh Mary Besterfield-Sacre is an Associate Professor and Fulton C. Noss Faculty Fellow in industrial engi- neering. She is the Director for the new Engineering Education Research Center (EERC) in the Swanson School of Engineering, and serves as a Center Associate for the Learning Research and Development Cen- ter at the University of Pittsburgh. Her principal research is in engineering assessment, which has been funded by the NSF, Department of Education, Sloan Foundation, Engineering Information Foundation, and the NCIIA