Paper ID #43145A Data-gathering Effort on STEM v. Non-STEM Faculty for Assessing Equityin Recruitment, Retention, and Promotion at a Large R1 InstitutionMilagros Rivera, George Mason UniversitySupriya Baily, George Mason University Professor and Co-Director, Center for International EducationPatrick Willette Healey, George Mason UniversityDr. Trish Wonch Hill, University of Nebraska, Lincoln Dr. Trish Wonch Hill is an applied sociologist who collaborates with scientists across STEM disciplines to investigate how to spark STEM career interests during childhood and adolescence. She is particularly interested in how to find STEM
Paper ID #41431A Multi-Institutional Assessment of Entrepreneurial Mindset Perceptions ofStudents Participating in Entrepreneurial REU Programs Through ConceptMapsMs. Alexandra Mary Jackson, Rowan University Alexandra Jackson is a third year PhD candidate at Rowan University in Engineering Education. She began her research in Rowan’s Experiential Engineering Education Department in the Fall of 2019, and has developed interests in entrepreneurial mindset and student development. In particular, she is interested in assessment of entrepreneurial mindset through both quantitative and qualitative methods, and is currently
using a methodology known as Innovation-Based Learning. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 1Abstract: This paper explores the implementation of a self-audit form to assess the attainment ofABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology) student outcomes from the uniquevantage point of both students and the instructional team. The study is situated within the contextof innovation-based learning, a paradigm where students actively engage in engineering projectsthroughout their undergraduate journey. These innovation projects foster a safe to failenvironment where failure is accepted in the
Paper ID #41959Board 271: Evaluating the Effect of Multi-Attempt Digital Assessments onStudent Performance in Foundation Engineering CoursesDr. Sudeshna Pal, University of Central Florida Dr. Sudeshna Pal is an Associate Lecturer in the Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department at the University of Central Florida (UCF), where she teaches courses in the areas of system dynamics, controls, and biomedical engineering. Her current research interest is engineering education, with focus on blended learning, project-based learning, and digital and design education. Her educational research is supported by grants through
Bachelorˆa C™s and is working on her Master of Science in mechanical engineering. Her research focuses are on undergraduate engineRebecca Holcombe ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Initial findings of engineering faculties’ perceptions of mastery assessment in a project-based engineering programAbstractThe purpose of this work in progress NSF grantees poster is to disseminate initial findings onfaculty perception of mastery-based assessment in a project-based engineering program.It is understood that pedagogical approaches influence more than what students learn but alsoimpact their mindsets, motivation, and how they see themselves as engineers. Mastery-basedlearning has seen
Paper ID #44112Board 6: Robot Temperament Assessment as a Method to Expose Studentsto the Humanistic Aspects of Biomedical EngineeringDr. Uri Feldman, Wentworth Institute of Technology Uri Feldman is an Associate Professor of Biomedical Engineering in the School of Engineering at Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston. He received a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Media Lab, a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, and an M.S. in Electrical Engineering from University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. As a Postdoctoral Fellow at Harvard Medical School at
Paper ID #43523Design and Assessment of a New Hardware-Based Dynamic Systems Coursefor a Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate ProgramDr. Jennifer Melanie Bastiaan, Kettering University Jennifer Bastiaan is an Associate Professor in the Mechanical Engineering department at Kettering University.Prof. Kristy Brinker Brouwer, Kettering University Professor Kristy Brinker Brouwer currently teaches Mechanical Engineering courses, specializing in Dynamic Systems and Mechanics, at Kettering University in Flint, Michigan. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Design and Assessment of a New
Paper ID #43635WIP: Traditional Engineering Assessments Challenged by ChatGPT: An Evaluationof its Performance on a Fundamental Competencies ExamTrini Balart, Pontificia Universidad Cat´olica de Chile Trinidad Balart is a PhD student at Texas A&M University. She completed her Bachelors of Science in Computer Science engineering from Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. She is currently pursuing her PhD in Multidisciplinary Engineering with a focus in engineering education and the impact of AI on education. Her main research interests include Improving engineering students’ learning, innovative ways of
Paper ID #43011WIP: The Impact of Formative Assessment on Students’ Attitude, AnticipatedAcademic Performance, and Design Skills: Insights from Three Design-OrientedElectrical Engineering CoursesDr. Muhammad S Zilany, Texas A&M University at Qatar Dr. Muhammad Zilany earned his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from McMaster University, Ontario, Canada, in 2007. He held academic positions at the University of Malaya and the University of Hail before joining the Electrical and Computer Engineering Program at Texas A&M University at Qatar in 2019. His research focuses on signal processing in the auditory system
Paper ID #41054Spreadsheet-Based Application Integrated with Virtual Reality for TeachingEconomic and Environmental Assessment of Subsurface Gasification for HydrogenProductionDr. Jude Okolie, University of Oklahoma Dr. Jude A. Okolie is an Assistant Professor of Engineering Pathways at the University of Oklahoma.Emma Kadence Smith, University of Oklahoma Emma Smith is a dedicated third-year computer science student at the University of Oklahoma, where she has immersed herself in the dynamic intersection of technology and sustainability. Her passion for sustainability efforts, particularly in the realm of hydrogen energy, has
Paper ID #42757Understanding and Enhancing Student Engagement: Measuring Resources,Self-Assessment and Constructive Engagement In 1st-Year Engineering CoursesNavid Yaghoubisharif, Oregon State UniversityDr. Shane A. Brown P.E., Oregon State University Shane Brown is an associate professor and Associate School Head in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Oregon State University. His research interests include conceptual change and situated cognition. He received the NSF CAREER award inDr. Natasha Mallette P.E., Oregon State University Dr. Natasha Mallette is a licensed professional engineer with expertise in
Paper ID #41332WIP: Assessment of Student Retention and Satisfaction in Computer ScienceService Courses When Using Competency-Based Grading and AssignmentChoiceMr. Robert Harold Lightfoot Jr., Texas A&M University Robert Lightfoot received his master’s degree in software engineering from Southern Methodist University and his bachelor’s degree in computer science from Texas A&M. Before joining Texas A&M, he worked at Ericsson (now Sony-Ericsson), then with DSC (Motorola) deploying Cellular network infrastructure. Now, a Professor of Practice, teaching Computer Science at Texas A&M University.Dr. Tracy Anne
Paper ID #42296Work In Progress: Assessing the Long-Term Impact of Maker Programs onCareer Outcomes and Industry Skills DevelopmentDr. Glenn Walters, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Ph.D. Environmental Sciences and Engineering 2005 University of Vermont B.S. Civil Engineering, Magna Cum Laude 1988 Champlain College A.S. Business Management, Summa Cum Laude 1982 ProfGordon Maples, University of North Carolina at Chapel HillPaul Mihas, University of North Carolina at Chapel HillDr. Matthew Wettergreen, Rice University Matthew Wettergreen is Director of the Global
Paper ID #41738Work in Progress: Assessing the Reliability of the Tactile Mental Cutting TestWhen Sampling Engineering Statics Students’ Spatial AbilityDaniel Kane, Utah State University Daniel Kane is a graduate student at Utah State University pursuing a PhD in Engineering Education with a concurrent master’s degree in Civil Engineering. His research interests focus around the study of spatial ability with an emphasis on identifying patterns of spatial strategies and measuring spatial ability in blind and low vision populations.Marlee Jacobs, Utah State UniversityRosemary Yahne, Utah State University Rosemary Yahne is
Peradeniya in Sri Lanka and Ph.D from City University of New York. Currently, he is working as a faculty member at Queensborough Community College of CUNY. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Assessment of radiation learning in Physics-Two Course using the US Guidelines for nuclear engineer and technician careersAbstractThe learning of radiation in terms of the radiation absorption law, radiation energy spectrum,muon examination of nuclear waste, etc., have been deployed in a standard Physics-Two coursewith students in a community college setting. The syllabus extension to include modern topicsand radiation content is necessitated due to the offering of a radiation certificate program
Paper ID #43354Defining, Measuring, and Recording Professional Skills: An Explication of aProfessional Skills Certification Framework and Assessment RubricMary Grace Golden, Purdue University Mary Grace Golden is a second-year master’s student at Purdue University in the Brian Lamb School of Communication specializing in organizational communication.Dr. Emeline Anne Ojeda-Hecht, Purdue University Emeline Ojeda-Hecht is a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in the department of Technology Leadership & Innovation at Purdue University where she serves as a mixed methods expert for the Scalable Asymmetric Lifestyle Engagement
and Systems (IDEEAS) Lab.Kai Jun Chew, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach Kai Jun ”KJ” Chew is an assistant professor in the Engineering Fundamentals department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He is passionate about teaching and research, and he strives to produce knowledge that informs better teaching. His research intersects assessment and evaluation, motivation, and equity. His research goal is to promote engineering as a way to advance social justice causes.Dr. Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Holly Matusovich is the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Studies in the College of Engineering at Virginia Tech and a Professor in the
Paper ID #42465The Impact of Diaries and Reflection on Self-Assessments of Learning in aFirst-Year Undergraduate Engineering Design CourseSerena Mao, Harvey Mudd CollegeDavid Chen, Harvey Mudd CollegeMagdalena Jones, Harvey Mudd College Magdalena, a senior at Harvey Mudd College studying Computer Science and Mathematics is dedicated to working at the intersection of many fields. This project was a treat to work on and she is very proud to have been a part of it!Aye Mon Htut-Rosales, Harvey Mudd CollegeDr. Laura Palucki Blake Laura Palucki Blake is the Director of Institutional Research and Effectiveness at Harvey Mudd
Paper ID #42450From Their Perspective : What underrepresented students in engineeringsay about the effect of assessment and reporting practices on their level ofconfidence.Ms. Lindsay Harley, Dartmouth College Lindsay Harley, is an undergraduate student at the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth, pursuing a B.E. in mechanical engineering. She is passionate about making education more accessible and equitable, and her current research focuses on improving assessment and reporting practices.Dr. Vicki V. May P.E., Dartmouth College Vicki V. May, Ph.D., P.E. is an Instructional Professor of Engineering at the Thayer School
Paper ID #41099Text Mining Analysis for Assessing Washington Accord Graduate AttributeProfiles through Techno-Socio Project-Based Learning ProgramMr. Hiroyuki Ishizaki, Shibaura Institute of Technology Hiroyuki Ishizaki is a Visiting Professor at Shibaura Institute of Technology (SIT), a leading Japanese engineering school. His research interests include multidisciplinary teaching and learning, cross-cultural competence, collaborative online international (COIL), technopreneurship, and project/problem-based learning methods. As a Director of the Malaysia Office, he has been expatriated in Malaysia since 2014 and leading
Paper ID #43345The Implementation and Assessment of the Effectiveness of Peer-TeachingInstructional Technique in Lecture and Laboratory CoursesDr. Simon Thomas Ghanat P.E., The Citadel Dr. Simon Ghanat is an Associate Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at The Citadel (Charleston, S.C.). He received his Ph.D., M.S., and B.S. degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Arizona State University. His research interests include Geotechnical Earthquake Engineering and Engineering Education.Dr. Ronald W. Welch P.E., The Citadel Ron Welch (P.E.) received his B.S. degree in Engineering Mechanics from the
Paper ID #43386Moving from Matlab to Python in a First-Year Engineering ProgrammingCourse: Comparison of Student Achievement and Assessment of Self-LearningDr. Robert Scott Pierce P.E., Western Carolina University Robert Scott Pierce is an Associate Professor of Engineering and Technology at Western Carolina University. He received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Georgia Tech in 1993. Prior to his teaching career, he spent 14 years in industry designing automated positioning equipment.Dr. Chaitanya Borra, Western Carolina University ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024
Paper ID #42918Longitudinal Assessment of the Achievement of the Desired Goals and Characteristicsof a First-Year Engineering Course RedesignDr. Kelly Salyards, Bucknell University Dr. Salyards is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Bucknell University. She has BAE, MAE, and PhD degrees in Architectural Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University. Her research areas include vibration serviceability, origami-inspired structures, and engineering education. She is actively involved with ASCE’s Excellence in Civil Engineering Education (ExCEEd) Workshop.Prof. Katsuyuki
-lecture formative assessments and designing AI-proof assignments. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Bioengineering from the University of California, Los Angeles. Reem has also engaged in post-doctoral research at the University of California, Santa Cruz, and the University of California, Irvine.Josephine Relaford-Doyle, University of California, San Diego Dr. Josephine Relaford-Doyle is an Education Specialist in the Teaching + Learning Commons at UC San Diego, where she works in faculty development and instructional support. She holds a PhD in Cognitive Science and has researched STEM learning at both the K12 and post-secondary levels. ©American Society for Engineering Education
Paper ID #41938Paradigm Shift? Preliminary Findings of Engineering Faculty Members’Mental Models of Assessment in the Era of Generative AIMs. Isil Anakok, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Ms.Anakok is Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech. She has a Ms. degree in Mechanical Engineering at Virginia Tech, and Bs. in Mechatronics Engineering from Kocaeli University, Turkey.Kai Jun Chew, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach Kai Jun ”KJ” Chew is an assistant professor in the Engineering Fundamentals department at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He is
Paper ID #45083GIFTS: An example implementation of web-based, in-class polling as an activelearning and formative assessment toolDr. Paul Marcus Anderson, University of Maryland College Park Paul M. Anderson teaches at the University of Maryland in both the Keystone Department, which specializes in the fundamental engineering courses taken by first and second year students, and the Department of Fire Protection Engineering. His research focuses on novel flame systems and particulate emission chemistry, while his teaching interests include creative use of technology for student engagement and concepts visualization.Catherine
ETD 465 Assessing the Current State of Industry 4.0 for Industry and Academics: Survey Development Challenges and Lessons Learned Saxon J. Ryan Iowa State UniversityAbstract Though originally introduced more than a decade ago, Industry 4.0 (I4.0) has progressivelygained popularity [1]. More recently, through the COVID-19 pandemic, I4.0 has gained furthertraction and popularity to address worker shortages and supply chain issues [2]. The continuedprogression and popularity of I4.0 has resulted in an increase in questions on how to make I4.0work in
Paper ID #43368Promoting Empathy in Engineering Undergraduates: An Assessment of theEfficacy of an Interdisciplinary Service-Learning Design CourseMrs. Heidi Lynn Morano, Lawrence Technological University Associate Professor of Practice at Lawrence Technological University Graduated from University of Michigan in 1995 with a Master of Mechanical Engineering - Applied Mechanics. Taught solid mechanics courses as an adjunct instructor in the A. Leon Linton ME department at Lawrence Technological University for 11 years. Began a full-time teaching position at Lawrence Tech in 2015. Co-developed an entrepreneurial and
Paper ID #42439Board 73: AI Skills-based Assessment Tool for Identifying Partial and Full-Masterywithin Large Engineering ClassroomsMr. Amirreza Mehrabi, Purdue University I am Amirreza Mehrabi, a Ph.D. student in Engineering Education at Purdue University, West Lafayette. Now I am working in computer adaptive testing (CAT) enhancement with AI and analyzing big data with machine learning (ML) under Prof. J. W. Morphew at the ENE department. My master’s was in engineering education at UNESCO chair on Engineering Education at the University of Tehran. I pursue Human adaptation to technology and modeling human behavior(with
A Simple Approach to the Introduction and Assessment of Lifelong Learning in a Freshman-Level Technology Course Julia L. Morse Kansas State University SalinaAbstractEngineering and Engineering Technology programs have been struggling with practical ways toincorporate the assessment of lifelong learning. In this simple approach, a freshmanmanufacturing processes course introduced students to the expected practice of lifelong learning.Students were required to pursue and document three hours of independently pursued“Professional Development Opportunities.” Introduction to the requirements providedopportunity to discuss the breadth of available