critical thinking and the ability to apply new knowledge topractice.BackgroundUnderstanding how to improve Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) educationhas been an ongoing topic of interest for many national leaders in education in recent years8-17.Since 2009, when the “Educate to Innovate” campaign was launched, improving STEM educationhas become one of the top priorities for the U.S. government calling for a fundamental change inhow STEM disciplines are approached18. For many years, educators have been actively involvedin a wide variety of research initiatives trying to develop and implement innovative learningenvironments, tools, and methodologies to maximize the effectiveness of the teaching and learningmodels used in STEM
AC 2010-2283: DEVELOPING NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE FORCLASSROOM TECHNOLOGIESJoseph Tront, Virginia TechDavid Bailey, Virginia Polytechnic and State UniversityThomas Walker, Virginia TechSteven Lee, Virginia Tech Page 15.387.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 DEVELOPING NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE FOR CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGIESAbstractIn order for classroom technologies to be useful in engineering education, appropriateinfrastructures must be planned, implemented and tested so that they are sufficiently robust toserve the needs of the target usage. Usage will vary depending on size of the class, complexityof the teaching technology being used, and
-computer interaction. Finally, Wigert[4]describes the value of virtual world collaboration in terms of enhanced engagement ofparticipants in the design team and discusses the role of the facilitator in leading virtual teams.At the Penn State Abington campus (Abington, PA), this author has integrated elements ofvirtual world technology, using primarily Second Life, into an introductory information sciencesand technology course since 2007. Student teams in this class have explored a variety of team-based activities involving 3D building in topic areas which include science education,architecture, virtual support for charitable organizations, medicine, etc. On-line, globallyaccessible, 3D interactive exhibits of the student projects were also
, informing ofengineering technology practice, and supporting new directions in engineering technologyeducation research. The presentation of this work at the conference using a higher level of initialreview is intended to encourage discussion of known literature, and to further the engineeringtechnology education community’s understanding of the more obscure or little-known researchin this area. Future work, including input gathered at the conference, is expected to contribute toan in-depth systematic review of engineering technology research literature, which is expected toencourage the expansion of rigorous engineering technology research.IntroductionSystemic reviews have been done in the medical field1 for decades, in conjunction with otherfields
Session 1547 Using Sound and Music in Technology Gerard N. Foster Purdue University - School of Technology at KokomoIntroductionThis paper presents work aimed at adding the aspect of sound, and music, to technicaldemonstrations, presentations and projects. The focus of this work is to explore themathematics and technology of sound at a basic level, to create a background for laterexperimentation. To enhance the apparent relevance of technology to everyday concerns, thehuman voice and musical instruments are employed as sources of sound. It is postulated that bystirring the
have attained these skills in a natural way. Yet thevast majority of us require(s) some training to develop proper problem solving skills. Providing thistraining is perhaps one of the most important responsibilities resting with our educators. All too oftenstudents ‘pick up’ problem solving skills through experience or as a bye product of doing exercises inmathematics or science classes. Watching the teacher or the textbook author plow through someproblem situations can also lead to some lasting spin-offs.” Herbert A. Hauptman, Nobel Laureate inChemistry. The reason Hauptman has been quoted for this paper is obvious. A medical theory of effectiveengineering and technology and problem solving will be discussed. The other objective of
foundation laid out by this paper, including establishingET’s history, importanceto the technology lifecycle, and the symbiotic relationship with engineering programs, one cansee the requisitenature ofET. However, understanding the need for ET is not enough.ETprograms do not enjoy the celebrated status of engineering programs. Hence the dire need forspecial attention to parameters used in ET programs, a keen understanding of the life cycle ofETeducation as it relates to lifecycle of technology, and avoiding the perils of training students Page 15.47.4versus educating them.As modern societies level of technology sophistication and literacy increases
patterns of faculty who integrate computer technology for teaching and learning in higher education," 1998 World Conference on Educational Multimedia and Hypermedia & World Conference on Educational Telecommunications.2. R. Schroeder, et al., “TQM in Education: Changing the Culture of Schools” 1997; nsf.gov. http://www.nsf.gov/award search/showAward.do?AwardNumber=9712991. (accessed: 4/1/2015).3. U.S. Department of Education National Center for Education Statistics, http://nces.ed.gov/fastfacts/display.asp?id=40, . (accessed: 4/1/2015).4. Reeve Hamilton, “At UTEP, Success Is Not All About Graduation Rates”, March 2, 2012, http://www. nytimes .com/2012/03/02/us/utep-calls-for- success-criteria
Paper ID #10217Use of a MOOC Platform to Blend a Linear Circuits Course for Non-MajorsDr. Bonnie H. Ferri, Georgia Institute of Technology Dr. Bonnie Ferri is a Professor and the Associate Chair for Undergraduate Affairs in the School of Elec- trical and Computer Engineering at Georgia Tech. She performs research in the area of active learning, embedded computing, and hands-on education. She received the IEEE Education Society Harriet B. Rigas Award.Dr. David Michael Majerich, Century for 21st Century UniversitiesMr. Nathan VerDon Parrish, Georgia Institute of TechnologyProf. Aldo A. Ferri, Georgia Institute of Technology
: Bridges.”Dr. Aatish Bhatia, Princeton University Aatish Bhatia is an Associate Director (Engineering Education) in Princeton University’s Council on Science and Technology. He works with faculty in engineering and related disciplines on incorporating active learning in the classroom and bringing science and engineering to a wider audience.Dr. Evelyn Hanna Laffey, Princeton University Dr. Evelyn Hanna Laffey is the Associate Director of the Princeton University Council on Science and Technology. Previously, she served as the Assistant Dean for Engineering Education at the Rutgers Uni- versity School of Engineering. She has a bachelors degree in mathematics and doctorate in mathematics education from Rutgers University
Proceedings, 2004, session 1603.7. Walkington, J., Pemberton, P., and Eastwell, J. “Practical Work in Engineering: a Challenge for Distance Education,” Distance Education 15(1), 1994, 160-171.8. Alexander, D.G. and Smelser, R.E. “Delivering an Engineering Laboratory Course Using the Internet, the Post Office, and a Campus Visit,” Journal of Engineering Education 92(1), 2003, 79-84.9. Anastasiadis, P., and Metaxas, G., “Issues of Importance in Engineering Education and Distance Learning,” World Transactions on Engineering and Technology Education, 5(3) 2006, 393-396.10. Castro, M., A. Lopez-Rey, A., Pérez-Molina, C.M, Colmenar, A., de Mora, C., Yeves, F., Carpio, J., Peire, J. and Daniel, J.S., “Examples of Distance
degree programs. Professional educationprograms such as those in teacher education, nursing, engineering technology, and businesseshave played an important role at Missouri Western for many years and have come to be seen asan area of strength for Missouri Western throughout the northwest Missouri region. The collegehas chosen to retain its open access policy while continuing its commitment to pursue academicexcellence and quality teaching.Missouri Western State College has long had career-oriented education as a primary part of itsmission and function. It has a solid undergraduate program in engineering technology accreditedby the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering andTechnology (ABET). It valuably
AC 2007-1027: THE STATE OF MANUFACTURING ENGINEERINGTECHNOLOGY EDUCATIONScott Danielson, Arizona State UniversityTrian Georgeou, Arizona State University Page 12.1472.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 The State of Manufacturing Engineering Technology EducationAbstractIn response to a need identified by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers’ Education andResearch Technical Community, a survey was conducted to assess the health of ABET-accredited manufacturing engineering technology programs in the spring of 2005 and 2007. In2005, thirty-eight programs received the survey via email and twenty-two programs provided aresponse. Survey questions focused on
students. Dr. Cadwell currently consults on a $1.2 million NSF grant that she procured in partnership with the Univer- sity of Idaho faculty in Curriculum and Instruction, UI Extension, and two local Native American Indian Tribes: the Coeur d’Alene (CdAT) and Spokane (ST) tribes. The grant, ITEST, Strategies Project—Back to the Earth (BTTE), is addressing a national call to increase the STEM workforce pipeline by supporting and improving the STEM educational experiences for Native American students. Dr. Cadwell is a member of the grant leadership team with expertise in STEM content, curriculum development, and technology ed- ucation. The team is using an interdisciplinary framework to reach under-served populations. The
forefront of the minds formany in the American Public (Bailey & Chambers, 2005).In responding to these concerns, many disciplines within public education are undergoingvarious levels of reform as educators search for ways to improve education(Strassenburg, 2004). In particular, the increased use of technology especially computertechnology, has been incorporated into educational processes as a way to improveeducational opportunities, while enhancing student performance.The 6-week experiment used in this study has shown conclusive results that the use ofdedicated technology in the classroom does improve the achievement results of HighSchool Algebra students. The academic achievement analysis yielded the followingresults: Significance level (p
Occupational Education in 2000.JULIE H. PETLICK, Ph.D.Is a Research Assistant with the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education at NC StateUniversity. She has a Ph. D. in Psychology with a focus in the area of learning and cognition. Her research interestsinclude the role of technology in learning, and the use of technology to accommodate perceptual learning stylepreferences. Page 9.1088.6 “Proceedings of the 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2004, American Society for Engineering Education"
Paper ID #12830Video Based, Game Integrated Concept Tutors – Effectiveness in FreshmanCoursesDr. Eliza A Banu, Auburn University Dr. Eliza Banu has a Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering from Polytechnic University of Bucharest and completed her Ph.D. program in Mechanical Engineering at Auburn University in 2014. Dr. Banu’s research interests are in the dynamics of impact of rigid bodies and human with granular matter as well as developing innovative instructional materials. She has been working with LITEE (Laboratory for Innovative Technology and Engineering Education) at Auburn University since 2010.Mr. Sai
and underrepresentedcommunities. miniGEMS was a free two-week summer STEAM (Science, Technology,Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) and Programming camp for middle school girls in grades 6to 8 held at the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) in San Antonio, Texas. miniGEMS washosted by the Autonomous Vehicle Systems (AVS) Research and Education Laboratory. This is the third year that miniGEMS is being held at UIW. Four two-week miniGEMScamps were hosted at UIW for a total of eight weeks starting June 5 till August 4 this summer.The primary goal of the camp was to introduce more female students to the field of Engineeringthrough robotic projects, computer programming, graphic design, and guest speakers. ProjectBased Learning
/microfabrication. Dr. Kamali’s work is supported by funding from National Science Foundation, Utah Valley University, and local/international companies. He is a member of IEEE and ASEE.Mr. Jonathan David Anderson, Utah Valley University Jon Anderson earned a bachelors in Computer Engineering in 2004 and a masters in Electrical Engineer- ing in 2007 from Brigham Young University. He has been teaching in the Developmental Mathematics program at Utah Valley University starting in 2007 and has begun teaching freshman level engineering courses as an adjunct professor at Utah Valley University since 2018. His research interests include ap- propriate uses of technology in education and assessment of learning outcomes.Matthew Meyers
. Page 13.235.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Assessment and Evaluation of Engineering Technology Program Outcomes Using Direct MeasuresAbstractIn order to ensure the quality of a program on an ongoing basis, it is essential that a program hasa sound and viable Continuous Improvement Plan. The two key elements of the plan areassessment and evaluation. The term “assessment” means one or more processes that identify,collect, use and prepare data that can be used to evaluate achievement of program outcomes andeducational objectives. The term “evaluation” characterizes one or more processes forinterpretation of the data and evidence accumulated through assessment practices that (a)determine the extent
remote sitewere less enthusiastic about the overall result. They recognized that even though it is a promisingway to deliver information when the personal contact is not possible, the use of interactive videoconferencing cannot substitute for human contact. All the students also recognized that there is aneed in their training to become successful professionals in the clinical field to address issues thatare less technically oriented, but focused on their other human and interpersonal skills. However,all the students also showed less enthusiasm in these discussions compared to the ones focused onthe technology of medical equipment. This dichotomy needs to be addressed by the educators byshowing the students the importance of receiving a well
most college campuses. Page 5.61.3According to Nipper (1989) and Kauffman (1989), three generations of distance education exists.The first generation was characterized by the use of a single technology and the lack of directinteraction between the learner and the teacher. Correspondence education is a typical form offirst generation distance education.The second generation distance education is characterized by an integrated multiple-mediaapproach. Learning materials are specifically designed for study at a distance. Direct interactionbetween the teacher and the learner is still lacking. Autonomous distance teaching universitiesare examples of
Electronics Engineering Technology Department of Engineering Technology Weber State UniversityAbstractMany energy efficiency projects have been performed in Weber State University campus in thepast years. The achievement is remarkable. This paper will address the design of a pilot project,Solar Charging Station, through student’s senior project for education and research. Students willlearn the theory of solar Photovoltaic (PV) systems and to build an experimental solar chargingstation to charge the electric bikes and electric bikes. The integrated system will be used as thedemonstration for the two new courses, Renewable Energy and Solar PV Systems, at the WeberState University. The
, thanks in part to industry partners, helpingstudents understand how to use these technologies as professionals. Specialized labs andequipment also aid faculty in their research and foster further industrial partnerships, with thegoal of developing new technologies for both current and innovative applications.The new facility is completely wired for the Internet with wireless access available in most areas.In addition, all of the classrooms have enhanced presentation capabilities with wall talker boardsand sound deadening. Flexibility was built into each classroom by utilizing raised floors thatallow them to easily be converted into extra laboratory space with Internet access, electricity, andother capabilities prewired when needed.The SCES
. Students submit their preferences for the available seminars prior to the startof the semester, and many engineering majors register for one offered by School of Engineeringfaculty. Although the courses are designed for non-engineers, they tend to attract a significantnumber of engineers. In order to appeal to all students, there is overlap in teaching some basicengineering to non-engineers, and many opportunities for engineering students to broaden theirunderstanding of engineering and society. Innovations that transcend to everyday use informnon-majors about engineering and technology and can also be used to show engineering majorswhy their course material is important and how it can be used. While many positive changeshave resulted from
. Page 15.1338.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Using Tablet PCs to Enhance Student Performance in an Introductory Circuits CourseAbstractTablet PCs have the potential to change the dynamics of classroom interaction through wirelesscommunication coupled with pen-based computing technology that is suited for analyzing andsolving engineering problems. This study focuses on how Tablet PCs and wireless technologycan be used during classroom instruction to create an Interactive Learning Network (ILN) that isdesigned to enhance the instructor’s ability to solicit active participation from all students duringlectures, to conduct immediate and meaningful assessment of student learning, and to
Engineering Education, 2009 The Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Degree in Engineering TechnologyAbstractThe Professional Science Master’s (PSM) Degree in Engineering Technology (ET) is a newdegree option created to meet growing industry needs for technologists with broad backgroundand experience to provide rewarding career and academic opportunities for undergraduates inscience, technology, business and health majors. According to the Council of Graduate Schools(CGS), this program involves not only advanced disciplinary study in engineering andtechnology, but also an appropriate array of professional skill-development activities to producegraduates highly valued by employers and fully prepared to
AC 2010-1687: A COMPUTER MODEL OF CELL DYNAMICS USING AGENTSAnca Stefan, Lawrence Technological University Dr. Stefan earned a Diploma and M.S. in Electrical Engineering from the "Politehnica" University of Bucharest in Romania. She went on to earn a Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering from The Ohio State University. Page 15.20.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010Page 15.20.2Page 15.20.3Page 15.20.4Page 15.20.5Page 15.20.6Page 15.20.7Page 15.20.8Page 15.20.9
AC 2008-1578: NETWORKING LAB SIMULATION USING VIRTUALTECHNOLOGIESChengcheng Li, East Carolina UniversityLee Toderick, East Carolina UniversityPeng Li, East Carolina UniversityTijjani Mohammed, East Carolina UniversityPhilip Lunsford, East Carolina University Page 13.926.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Networking Lab Simulation using Virtual TechnologiesAbstractRapid advances in technologies and the limited budgets always hinder the universities fromupgrading their networking lab equipment to a state-of-the-art level. As one of the regional CiscoNetworking Academies, East Carolina University spends a large amount of funding purchasingnew equipment for
AC 2007-1359: LABORATORY ENHANCEMENTS FOR IMPROVINGEMBEDDED SYSTEMS EDUCATIONRocio Alba-Flores, Alfred State College Rocio Alba-Flores received her M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering from Tulane University. She is an Assistant Professor in the Electrical Engineering Technology Department at the State University of New York, Alfred. Her main areas of interest include control systems, robotics, digital systems, microprocessors, and signal and image processing. Page 12.998.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2007 Laboratory Enhancements for Improving Embedded Systems