publications, and a leading member of numerous national and international organizations in the field of online technologies. He is Founder and Chair of the annual international ICL and REV conferences and Chair or member of the program committees of several international confer- ences and workshops. He is Editor-in-Chief of the international journals of Online Engineering (iJOE, http://www.i-joe.org/), Emerging Technologies in Learning (iJET, http://www.i-jet.org/), and Interactive Mobile Technologies (iJIM, http://www.i-jim.org/). Auer is Founding President and CEO of the Inter- national Association of Online Engineering (IAOE) since 2006, a non-governmental organization that promotes the vision of new engineering working
) Algorithms can be learned fromhistorical data, predict energy generation, optimize grid operations, and enhance overall systemperformance. Furthermore, time-series analysis can be carried out to understand dynamic behavioralpatterns that is crucial for managing optimizing efficiency and resource utilization. Finally, optimizationalgorithms help us make informed decisions, allocate resources efficiently, and minimize waste and lossesin energy [3]. 1Renewable energy and sustainability are critical topics in engineering. We live in an age of environmentalawareness, and alternative energy education is present in most of our daily conversations in engineering,technology, and science education. Renewable
deployment. There was public discourse in the newsoutlets, acts of civil disobedience, and negotiation / legislation at the local level that ledeventually to state telecommunications commissions. Later, national telecommunicationsregulatory bodies formed. Over time, the majority of communications infrastructure which impacts the environmentbecame an accepted part of the fabric of developed society. This does not mean that there hasbeen a complete void of strong debate on the aesthetics of communications plant in the centuryand a half since the beginning of the mass communications era. The process of change anddebate has a cyclical component. Generally speaking, as new technologies have emerged such ascell phone towers, or alternative uses of
when teammembers are all at one campus.IntroductionCorporations and national leaders have expressed disappointment in engineering graduates’abilities to fulfill the needs of the workplace, emphasizing their low levels of communication andteamwork skills2, 3, as well as a deficiency in social skills4. Characteristics of today’s societyinclude multidisciplinary technological advancements, globalized markets, and emerging socialresponsibility2. These societal characteristics are compelling engineering graduates to have abroader range of skills rather than the highly focused technical repertoire demanded of engineersin the past1, as well as an awareness of the effects of technologies on cultures, societies, andeconomies2. Our approach is to
school teachers who develop, design and implement new curricula that align tothe 2016 Massachusetts science, technology and engineering (STE) curriculum frameworks [1].This paper focuses on a specific sub-set of research data collected during the author’s doctoraldissertation that have not yet been published.The acronym STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) has emerged as amore inclusive approach to STEM education because it incorporates the arts [2]. STEAMeducation includes the study of art, drama, music, media and design, which is increasinglybecoming more technical with the development of computer-aided software for musicians,architects, graphic artists and artists using almost any media. In this study, STEAM
, software development methods and emerging trends in software. Try to find out if there is gap, and how big, between what they think it is and what you think it is. o What do you know about how software impacts you or your products? o What do you know about software development in your company? o How are software requirements derived in your group? o What is something you wish software engineers would understand? o What did you learn that surprised you?” • If you are NOT a software engineer, find someone in your company in either software development or information technology and interview them on the use of software in your company, products, processes, etc. o
development for rural adolescents and young adults, and culturally sustaining STEM outreach assessment and evaluation. Micaha received her Master of Science in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education degree from the University of Kentucky College of Education, and her Bachelor of Science in Integrated Strategic Communication (Public Relations) from the University of Kentucky College of Communication and Information Studies. Micaha received her Master of Science in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Education degree from the University of Kentucky College of Education, and her Bachelor of Science in Integrated Strategic Communication (Public Relations) from the University
Systems Engineering Degree ProgramsAbstractBecause of its relevance to the whole of engineering education, the ASEE Systems EngineeringDivision (ASEE-SED) has a unique opportunity to serve as a forum to consider the developmentand quality aspects of degree programs that are named Systems Engineering (SE). This paper (aprospectus) conjectures that it may be necessary to provide worldwide academic certification ofSE degree programs by participating in and going beyond accreditation as offered through theAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).Although the possibility of degree program certification is the main focus of this prospectus,certification is not the only topic. This paper suggests that program certification may be
other artifacts were collected on the site as well.Conference calls and webinars were also used to connect the group.Reading/Discussion: Prior to travel, participants were asked to review selected readings asposted on the Canvas site each week; topics included the Australian and German school systems,government structures, regulatory and policy specifics, and technical information regardingvarious renewable energy technologies. These weekly readings were followed by mandatory,guided online discussions.Pre-Visit Site Reports: Participants were assigned 1-2 sites that the group would be visiting forwhich they created and shared a “pre site visit” report form. This required that they investigate –and in some cases contact – the schools, agencies
Paper ID #12857Teachers’ Use of Argumentation in the Development of Integrated STEMCurricula (Fundamental)Corey A Mathis, Purdue University, West Lafayette Corey Mathis is a Ph.D student in Engineering Education at Purdue University. She received her B.S. in biology and her M.E.D. in secondary education from Northern Arizona University and is a former high school science and technology teacher. Her research interest includes improving students learning of science and engineering through integrated STEM curricula.Emilie A. Siverling, Purdue University, West Lafayette Emilie A. Siverling is a Ph.D. Student in Engineering
manufacturing. 3) Learning to program the robot by thinking logically will help me to solve other problems. 4) The camp helped me understand the use of math, science, and technology in industry. 5) I am now committed to making more effort for success in school studies. 6) The Made in Florida video/website helped me make the connections between the camp and real world careers. 7) The Lego Mindstorms Robot was easy to use. 8) The Lego Mindstorms Robot helped me to see how automated systems are programmed and controlled. 9) The camp lessons were interesting. 10) This camp gave me information about careers in manufacturing. 11) The robot challenges allowed me to use what I learned in the
several“School Champions” emerge. These “School Champions” believed in the program and wantedtheir students to have access to this course. Participants then completed basic information forregistration purposes and were contacted by program staff. For Cohort 1 the program enrolled 11participants from 3 schools. Of these 11 participants, 6 are women, and 7 are under-representedminorities (3 Hispanic or Latino, 5 Black or African American), and comprised of 6 Sophomores,4 Juniors, and 1 Senior. Upon application 7 listed career interests in STEM and self-reported gradepoint averages of 2.75-3.6.Course Delivery As details were being finalized, the course was modified to accommodate forcircumstances arising due to the COVID -19 pandemic. A new
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, to inform and assess culturally-relevant,hands-on, interactive activities focused on engineering broadly. Working closely with 10museum partners and educators in Ontario, Portland, Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Detroit,Miami, Ann Arbor, Boston and Buenos Aires, kits were tested, feedback was collected, andevaluation results were used to continuously iterate on the kits to ensure they work well indiverse settings.Perspective(s) or theoretical framework A national crisis will emerge if the United States cannot amplify the number anddiversity of K-12 students who pursue degrees and careers in engineering. Many of society’schallenges impact a broad spectrum of peoples, communities, and systems. Addressing thesechallenges require
is also an Exten- sion Services Consultant for the National Center for Women in Information Technology (NCWIT) and, in that role, advises computer science and engineering departments on diversifying their undergraduate student population. She remains an active researcher, including studying academic policies, gender and ethnicity issues, transfers, and matriculation models with MIDFIELD as well as student veterans in engi- neering. Her evaluation work includes evaluating teamwork models, broadening participation initiatives, and S-STEM and LSAMP programs.Dr. Rebecca Brent, Education Designs, Inc Rebecca Brent is President of Education Designs, Inc., a consulting firm located in Chapel Hill, N.C. She is a
Based Learning (PBL)Project Based Learning (PBL) is centered on a project that is characterized by a well-definedoutcome, or deliverable, and an ill-defined task. The project itself is generally information richbut the directions are kept to a minimum. The richness of the information is often directly relatedto the quality of the learning and level of student engagement. The information is oftenmultifaceted and includes background information, graphs, pictures, specifications, generalized,and specific outcome expectations, narrative, and in many cases the formative and summativeexpectations. The process often results in the emergence of various learning outcomes in additionto the ones anticipated.The projects promote study and investigation
is tied to the ABET accreditation process.1. IntroductionDespite widespread acknowledgment that effective written communication is as essential forlearning as for disseminating ideas and discoveries, teaching writing and improving the qualityof student writing remain challenges for educators in engineering. National studies, such as thoseconducted by the Commission on Writing1 and the Boyer Commission on EducatingUndergraduates in the Research University2, argue that writing is a central means for developingstudents’ critical thinking, communication, and metacognitive skills. These studies urge reforms,suggesting that educators pay greater attention to writing instruction in all disciplines and urgingscience, technology, engineering, and
ALaboratory learning objectives not achieved by the remote laboratory. Objective 4: Data Analysis. Demonstrate the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data, and to form and support conclusions. Make order of magnitude judgments and use measurement unit systems and conversions. Objective 8: Psychomotor. Demonstrate competence in selection, modification, and operation of appropriate engineering tools and resources.Objective 9: Safety. Identify health, safety, and environmental issues related to technological processes and activities, anddeal with them responsibly.Objective 12: Ethics in the Laboratory. Behave with highest ethical standards, including reporting information objectivelyand interacting with integrity.
Office of Engineering Academic and Student Affairs at Texas A&M University.Ms. Magdalini Z Lagoudas, Texas A&M University Magda Lagoudas, Executive Director for Industry and Nonprofit Partnerships, Dwight Look College of Engineering, Texas A&M University. Mrs. Lagoudas holds a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering. She worked for the State of New York and industry before joining Texas A&M University in 1993. Since then, she developed and taught courses in the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Technology. In 2001, she joined the Spacecraft Technology Center as an Assistant Director where she was responsible for the structural and thermal analysis of payloads. She served as Director of
stages of water treatment processes.Discussion/ConclusionsThe laboratory activity, assignments, and class discussions proved beneficial to the students as itallowed students to explore water treatment concepts using backpacking or emergency watertreatment methods. The in class water filtration day coupled with the surveys and questionsaligned well with the course lectures. The students responded positively to the activities, anddemonstrated a better understanding of water treatment concepts as evidenced by classroomconversation and exam results. Students demonstrated the relationship among cost of treatmentand level of treatment as well as the appropriateness of certain technologies in the developingworld and gave them insight into the
issue and will continue to have our demands and natural resources to protect humanhealth and the environment. Sustainability has emerged because of significant development ofthe unintended social, environmental, and economic consequences of fast population growth,Proceedings of the 2012 Midwest Section Conference of the American Society for Engineering Educationeconomic growth, and consumption of our natural resources. A sustainable energy supply andclean technologies associated with sustainable energy utilization are big challenges of thiscentury. According to the latest UN report on sustainable energy investment, in 2006,approximately 90.7 billion dollars was invested in clean technology, such as solar, wind,biofuels, and clean coal. Climate
Paper ID #28780Student practices developing needs statements for design problemsMr. Robert P. Loweth, University of Michigan Robert P. Loweth is a Ph.D. candidate in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan. He earned a B.S. in Engineering Sciences from Yale University, with a double major in East Asian Studies. He also holds a Graduate Certificate in Chinese and American Studies, jointly awarded by Johns Hopkins University and Nanjing University in China. His research focuses on how undergraduate engineering students solicit information from stakeholders and use this information to assess
the analysis of language usewhen defining “Disability.” A TF-IDF analysis shows that when defining disability at theconclusion of the class, the word “normative” becomes salient in student textual entries. Whereasthis term is absent from entries of students entering the class. This represents a direct influence ofstudent perspective, as an entire lesson is dedicated to best practices in language around those withdisabilities and specifically offers “normative” as an alternative to terms like “healthy,” etc. We donot see a notable change in vocabulary use regarding definitions of “assistive technology.”Figure 1(a-h) shows examples of the final products generated by student project teams. Thesedemonstrate thoughtful embodiments informed by
collaboration with the NASA Center and Mission Directorate knowledge community. In this capacity, she leads efforts to ensure that the agency’s technical workforce has access to the critical knowledge needed for mission success. Ms. Smith’s research and professional experience is centered in knowledge management, digital collaboration, and social epistemology.Dr. Zachary T. G. Pirtle, NASA Dr. Zachary Pirtle serves as a senior policy analyst (detailee) for NASA’s Office of Technology, Policy, and Strategy at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC. He was the study lead for the NASA Artemis and Ethics workshop and ensuing 2023 report. He also serves as an engineer and program executive in NASA’s Science Mission Directorate
Academy of Engineering hasrecently compiled a list of case studies of ethics education, and this may also give faculty whoare interested in examples of effective teaching approaches.18 Thus, resources are alreadyavailable and more are being generated to support faculty with an interest in teaching studentsabout societal impact and ethical issues.AcknowledgementThis material is based on work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant#1540348, #1540341, and #1540308. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions orrecommendations expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarilyreflect the views of the National Science Foundation.References1 National Academy of Engineering, Emerging Technologies and Ethical
in both the School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment and the Division of Educational Leadership and Innovation at Arizona State University. She has a Ph.D. in Educational Technology, postgraduate training in Computer Systems Engineering, and many years of experience teaching and developing curriculum in various learning environments. She has taught technology integration and teacher training to undergrad- uate and graduate students at Arizona State University, students at the K-12 level locally and abroad, and various workshops and modules in business and industry. Dr. Larson is experienced in the application of instructional design, delivery, evaluation, and specializes in eLearning
CT in K-12 and higher education. From this effort, over 20different definitions and frameworks for CT have emerged. Although the availability of literatureon CT has been increasing over the last decade, there is limited research synthesis available onassessing CT better. Besides, it is known that in higher education designing assessments for CT ischallenging and one of the primary reasons is that the precise meaning of CT is still unknown.This research paper, therefore, presents a systematized literature review on CT frameworks andassessment practice. We search three different databases and review 19 journal articles that addressCT assessment in higher education to answer the following two research questions: 1) What doesthe literature
) and do not necessarilyreflect the views of the Engineering Information foundation or the National Science Foundation.Bibliography1. J. Popkin and K. Kobe (2010), Manufacturing Resurgence, A Must for US Prosperity, National Association ofManufacturers and NAM Council of Manufacturing Associates, January, 2010.2. R. Foroohar and B Saporito (2013), Is the US Manufacturing Renaissance Real?, available athttp://business.time.com/2013/03/28/is-the-u-s-manufacturing-renaissance-real/3. M. Nash-Hoff (2012), New Technologies Offer Hope for American Manufacturing – Industry Week Article,available at http://www.mrcpa.org/new-technologies-offer-hope-for-american-manufacturing-industry-week-article/.4. National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute
engineering students with an outreach mission to high school students. Her area of expertise is turbine cooling and using additive manufacturing to develop innovative cooling technologies. She has published over 220 archival papers and advised 70 dissertations and theses. Dr. Thole has provided service leadership to numerous organizations including being a member of ASME’s Board of Governors. She has also served as the Chair of the Board of Directors for the ASME’s International Gas Turbine Institute in which she led a number of initiatives to promote communities of women engineers and students. In her roles as an educator, researcher, and mentor, Dr. Thole has received numerous awards. The most notable awards include
not, like, 100% ethical. But I'm not sure. (Carrie, Graduate Student, Interview #1, Line 334)Faculty participants were in total agreement that the case study contained ethical issues. Theywere most concerned with how sharing personal information affected their ability to maintainpersonal and professional boundaries. They also mentioned reporting obligations andconfidentiality as ethical issues for this case study.B. Emerging Theme 1: Expected ethical behaviors in research mentoring relationshipsParticipants revealed many ethical obligations for mentors and mentees when presented with thesix case studies. Graduate students focused almost exclusively on what the ethical behaviors theywould expect from their mentor if they were placed in a