, organizational change, and program management. Dr. Springer sits on many university and community boards and advisory committees. He is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions; most recently he was awarded the Purdue University, College of Technology, Equity, Inclusion and Advocacy Award. Dr. Springer received his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from Purdue University, his MBA and Doctorate in Adult and Community Education with a Cognate in Executive Development from Ball State University. He is certified as a Project Management Professional (PMP), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR & SHRM-SCP), in Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR), and, in civil and domestic mediation. He is a State of
innovations; and diversity in the STEM fields, particularly for women.Dr. Craig J. Scott, Morgan State University Dr. Craig J. Scott received his Ph.D. and B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Howard University and a M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University. He is currently serving as professor and chairper- son of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at one of the nation’s preeminent public urban research institutions, Morgan State University. His career spans over twenty-eight years of progres- sive scholarly experience in such areas as research administration/ implementation, pedagogical inno- vation, international collaboration, strategic planning, promoting community engagement and
needs of underrepresented students. The project design is grounded ineducational theories including retention/integration, cumulative advantage, engagement, andconstructivism. It incorporates established best practices for working with URM students such asSTEM identity formation through experiential programs including student research andinternships, a focus on critical junctures, training of faculty and staff to enhance culturalcompetency, and building of academic integration and STEM self-efficacy. An extensiveevaluation plan designed around the project logic model will be used as the basis for projectassessment. This paper includes a description of the project, partner institutions, and first yearresearch and evaluation results.Introduction
Paper ID #45279Research- and Practice-Informed Insights for Recognizing Rurality in EngineeringEducationDr. Malle R Schilling, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Dr. Malle Schilling is an assistant professor in the Engineering Education Systems and Design program at Arizona State University. Malle’s primary research interests lie at the intersection of rural education and engineering education, largely informed by her own experiences as a rural student who pursued engineering, and community engagement to address wicked problems through collaboration and systems thinking.Dr. Jacob R Grohs, Virginia
Electrical Engineering from Howard University and a M.S. in Electrical Engineering from Cornell University. He is currently serving as professor and Interim Dean for the Clarence Mitchell Jr. School of Engineering. Morgan State University at one of the na- tion’s preeminent public urban research institutions in the Clarence Mitchell Jr. School of Engineering at Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland. His career spans over twenty-eight years of progressive scholarly experience in such areas as research administration/ implementation, pedagogical innovation, international collaboration, strategic planning, promoting community engagement and academic program development. He instructs courses in computer vision
the Department of Biomedical Engineering where she helped pilot the electronic lab notebooks in the junior and senior level labs.Dr. Tanya M. Nocera, The Ohio State University, Dept of Biomedical Engineering Tanya M. Nocera, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Practice in Biomedical Engineering at The Ohio State University. She is focused on developing, teaching and assessing upper-level Biomedical Engineering laboratory courses, with particular interest in improving student technical communication skills. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 Work in Progress: Teaching effective teamwork skills in biomedical engineering laboratory coursesIntroductionIn
, and communication. Students engaged in projects in numerousfields, including health care, neuroscience, ecology, agriculture, public policy, criminal justice,plasma physics, orthopedics, legal informatics, opioid use disorder, and more.For example, one student interned at the National Spine Health Center tackling the difficultproblem of teasing out trends from the unstructured data within medical records. He traceddemographic trends and impacts of treatment paths to build models to improve patient outcomes.Another student worked on a neuromechanics project at a lab at the University of Colorado,Boulder where she applied machine learning techniques to motion capture data to help uncoveraspects of the brain’s processes for controlling motion. A
document quantifies care for electrical and computerengineering (ECE) undergraduate students according to the number of student meetings, numberof student concerns raised, and frequency of Academic Advising Topics [6]. The document alsopresented three themes that describe the value for care work. These three themes are “Reflect onand reevaluate the contributors to student success,” “Mutual empowerment of expertise”, and“Fostering a culture of collaboration, cooperation, and communication” [6].The document “introduces the academic-career advisors, shows all that they do, and it answers arequest from one of the advisors: `I feel there should be a stronger relationship between the facultyand the advisors. And I think that would be a direct
, 2010, fromhttp://www.ydae.purdue.edu/lct/hbcu/documents/Effects_of_an_UG_Program_to_Integrate_Academic_Learning_and_Service.pdf2 Hatcher J. & Bringle, R. (1997). Reflection: Bridging the gap between service and learning. College Teaching45(4), 153-158.3. Eyler, J., Giles, D. E., & Braxton, J. (1997). The impact of service-learning on college students. The Impact ofService-Learning on College Students, 4(1), 5-15. Retrieved December 17, 2010, fromhttp://hdl.handle.net/2027/spo.3239521.0004.1014. Dewey, J. (1933). How we think: A restatement of the relation of reflective thinking to the educative process.Boston: DC Heath.5. National And Community Service Trust Act of 1993. (1993, September 21). Corporation for National &Community
abbreviated DCI holdspromise as a research instrument and lay the groundwork for future inquiry into the impact of theFreeform instructional framework on students and instructors alike.IntroductionUndergraduate students often find dynamics to be a challenging, gateway engineering course1.Typically offered at the sophomore level, dynamics combines many fundamental concepts fromphysics, calculus, and statics to build a foundation for many higher-level engineering courses.Unfortunately, dynamics has been plagued historically by a large number of students earning aD, an F, or withdrawing from the course (the course’s “DFW” rate). A DFW rate of over 20%for a dynamics class at Purdue University prompted two professors to develop and implement anew
sample sizes involved in the studies done here are small, and bigger class sizes are neededfor further studies to verify that the benefits of individualized instruction, immediate assessmentand feedback, early intervention and increased student engagement brought about by theInteractive Learning Network model of instruction can be extended to larger class sizes.Furthermore, the studies should be done in a larger institution with multiple sections of thecourse being targeted to ensure that the experimental and control groups are comparable in orderto increase the reliability of the results. These studies should attempt to isolate the impact of thevarious components of the Interactive Learning Network on student learning to determinewhether the
article, written by two studentleaders on an international humanitarian trip, a participant, and their instructor, delves into thecomplexities of navigating cultural differences, ethical dilemmas, and the long-term impact ofthese initiatives on both students and communities, outlining the importance of communitypartnership, sustainable practices, and ongoing dialogue in shaping responsible engagement ininternational volunteerism.Considering first-hand experiences and available literature, the paper offers insights andrecommendations for future initiatives, specifically emphasizing the need for holistic approachesthat prioritize social justice, mutual benefit, and ethical integrity. By considering whetherinternational humanitarian trips are
. Modification of the code was adopted in the initial stages tofamiliarize the students with the network communication concept of the client and serverinteracting with each other. A top-down approach worked well to incorporate this form ofactivity early in the curriculum4. By implementing their own protocols, one layer at a time, thestudents were better engaged and reason out what was going on behind that layer with theirpresumption of the default underlying layer. Each layer was then unwrapped one at a time andwas exposed with the principles and paradigms of that specific layer. In addition to the projectsassigned two sets of labs, with one lab for client communicating with existing server and onelab for implementing client and server communication
economically disadvantaged groups in engineeringfields, thereby contributing to upward mobility and diversification of the workforce.The program’s approach includes a comprehensive strategy involving a common First YearSeminar cohort, regular student engagement on and off campus, integration with industrypartners, and structured peer mentoring. The initial retention and success rates observed in thefirst cohort are promising. By the end of the program, we hope to highlight the impact ofsocialization and mentorship on engineering identity development and establish a replicablemodel for future cohorts. This poster describes Wichita State University’s SSTEM program,with some very preliminary results. It also highlights the active engagement of students
. Logan, PhDb,ca) Undergraduate student in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineeringb) Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineeringc) Ohio Northern University, TJ Smull College of Engineering, Ada, OhioThe motivation for including LCA and sustainability in engineering education Today’s engineers must be aware of environmental impacts as a result of their work [1],with a cradle-to-grave mindset during the design, creation, use, and disposal of products andinfrastructure. Based on a thorough literature review of sustainability in engineering education1,we found that life cycle assessment (LCA) and/or sustainability is often missing across mostengineering disciplines, and/or only taught in specific programs or upper
professional identity development in Civil Engineer- ing students with disabilities. Her work in CENI focuses on building networks between the University and multiple community sectors and supporting engagement in science, engineering, arts, and design. ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6654-2337 American c Society for Engineering Education, 2021 “I'm looking at you, you're a perfectly good person …”: Describing Non-Apparent Disability in EngineeringIntroductionIn recent years, studies in engineering education have begun to intentionally integrate disabilityinto discussions of diversity, inclusion, and equity. To broaden and advocate for the
instructor to adjust lessons, activities, and materials to better matchstudent needs, making the class more engaging and flexible. At the same time, reflecting onfeedback helps the instructor refine their teaching strategies and make informed decisions. Byacting on real-time insights, the instructor builds a deeper understanding of how students learnand creates a more targeted and effective teaching approach.2.7 Research Questions and HypothesisThe design of the questionnaire was guided by the following research question andhypotheses.Research question:”How do weekly structured reflections after pair programming sessions impact students’confidence in communication, self-awareness, and teamwork skills?”Hypotheses:1) The pair programming program
Respect for Students Differences. These competencies are deepened withlater coursework (i.e., Sheltered English Immersion, Teaching Methods) and are especiallyhighlighted during the student teaching practicum.Assessment of the pilot course (and impact on the TPP students) were conducted by the Noycegrant evaluator, and details can be found in another publication [13]. The course instructors feltthat the pre-service teachers who took the courses are much more engaged with the communityand eager to continue with classroom teaching. The next iteration of the pre-practicum courseswill include community walks [8], and family engagement competencies from the NationalAssociation for Family, School and Community Engagement (NAFSCE) [14].Connecting CRT
non-technical audience. For engagementof youth in robotics commercial kits from LEGO Mindstorms or VEX Robotics are often usedto deliver desired learning outcomes. Students in K-12 participate in competitions organizedby them and participants are mentored to prepare for these competitions. In the current work,participants were not prepared for any competition and robotics was promoted as an activity ina community center setting. The purpose was to serve youth populations and motivate them topursue a creative activity for learning and fun without focusing on a competition. Arduino, aneasy to use, affordable open source platform was chosen to engage school and universitystudents in the development of mobile robot. It has been shown to be
, Reflective Observation, Abstract Conceptualization, andActive Experimentation [4]. While ELT fosters deep understanding through hands-on engagementand reflection, its implementation often requires significant institutional support, infrastructure,and funding to create controlled environments for experimentation. This dependency makes large-scale adoption challenging, as it extends beyond an individual instructors control, limiting itsfeasibility in many educational settings. Additionally, peer learning leverages collaborative effortsamong students, fostering shared knowledge construction and communication skills [5]. Allmethodologies are instrumental in enhancing engagement but often require a foundationalunderstanding of the subject matter, which
students to practiceideation and design, work in teams, and solve real-world problems [16]–[18]. Theseinterventions often include projects which have had positive impacts on students (e.g., higherperceived competence in their abilities and greater entrepreneurial interest) [19], [20]. Manyeducators agree that students should be taught EM skills, but a grounded framework and cleardefinition are lacking.EM is defined differently across different fields, including engineering and business. Thedifferent definitions discuss the necessity of similar skills, such as leadership, risk management,and communication. The discrepancy comes from various stakeholders’ views of EM as a whole[21], [22]. Definitions range from suggesting EM to be an ability or a
equity.ReferencesBrian, A. P. (2016). The Role of Academic Motivation and Engagement on the Relationship between Dual Enrollment and Academic Performance. The Journal of Higher Education, 98-126.Hanushek, E., & Woessmann, L. (2020). The economic impacts of learning losses. OECD Education Working Papers (p. 225). Paris: OECD Publishing.Patricia, W., & Grant, C. (2020). What Makes Dual Enrollment Work? High School Counselor Perspectives. Community College Journal Of Research And Practice.Schleicher, A. (2020). The Impact of Covid-19 on Education: Insights from Education at a Glance. OECD Education Working Paper, 225.Zinth, J. (2014, February). Increasing student access and success in dual enrollment programs: 13
Instructors: Recognizing the importance of collaboration in addressing instructional challenges, we established a community of practice among Computer Science instructors. Monthly meetings allow educators to share their experiences, teaching techniques, and strategies for engaging students more effectively. This collaborative environment fosters professional development and creates a knowledge base that compiles lessons learned, benefiting instructors and students. ● Training CS Instructors: To ensure the successful rollout of the standardized syllabus and course content, we implemented training sessions for CS1 instructors. This training focuses on effective teaching strategies that align with the new
the establishment and maintenance ofcross-border economic, political, and socio-cultural relations or it can be thought of as thewidening, intensifying, speeding up, and growing impact of worldwide interconnectedness [1].But regardless of definitions, most agree that globalization has fundamentally transformedeconomies around the world. In this era, economic networks rather than political boundaries arethe building blocks of prosperity and change.In the World is Flat, Tom Friedman [3] suggests how the world is in its 3rd globalization wave,one that is governed by people and communications. He states that the flattening of the worldhappened at the dawn of the twenty-first century, and that countries, communities, individualsgovernments and
Environment Activities1. Open a pilot makerspace with a focus on creating a supportive, encouraging and welcoming work environment.2. Strategically integrate engagement activities that have been shown to contribute to increased sense of belonging and student persistence.3. Examine the effects of the engagement activities on student sense of belonging in the major.4. Examine the impact on participation and access across gender, racial, ethnic, age, and socio- economic boundaries.Unstructured open hours & simplified work environmentEngagement ActivitiesBuilding Community & Cultivating Authenticity• Peer-led workshops• Makerspace peer mentoring program • Ongoing simple & accessible activities • Social support
concentrate ineither materials science, digital science, or electrical science. Each student must complete a two-coursesequence, four credits each semester, during the fourth year of the program that exercises prior course work ina design project. The goals of this course sequence are: students will engage in a large scale capstone design project; students will exercise written communication skills; students will develop oral presentation skills; and students will engage in discussions on engineering professionalism emphasizing ethical, social, and environmental aspects of design. The course is run by a single faculty member who takes care of the administrative details, conducts in
) program, aimed at promoting undergraduate research. Theprogram offers students the opportunity to engage in voluntary research, receive stipends, andaccess paid residency dorms. It contributes to academic growth and practical experience,enhancing communication skills, presentation abilities, resilience, teamwork, and problem-solving capabilities.The program spans eight weeks from June 1st to July 27th. Students are required to dedicate 20hours per week to their respective research projects and attend weekly seminars organized by thedean's office on important topics such as responsible conduct of research training, intellectualproperty rights, regulatory aspects of research including Institutional Review Board (IRB) andInstitutional Animal Care
Paper ID #29487Lessons Learned: Teaching and Learning Academy Workshop to promoteAsset-based mindset among STEM facultyDr. Daniel Galvan, California State University, Los Angeles Dr. Daniel Galvan is Director of Acceleration Initiatives and Student Engagement in the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology at California State University, Los Angeles. He has an extensive background in facilitating asset-based approaches towards teaching through equity-minded workshops in community colleges, public, and private four-year institutions. He received his BA in Soci- ology from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, his MA
community organization (e.g. City Council), and reflect on the associated engineering considerations, in terms of the impact on themselves, their professional understandings, and their community. The purpose of this is to demonstrate the heterogeneous aspects of the profession, appeal to students’ sense of social activism, and make tangible the direct impact of the engineering profession to students’ quality of life and local communities.The above series of interventions will be refined, altered, lengthened, or shortened based on thefindings of Phase 1 (alpha and beta iteration). After which, the project team will plan forimplementation of the intervention in engineering classrooms in Phase 2 (pilot study). It isanticipated that these
young minds, providing over 300 hours of instruction. His dedication to equitable education extends to developing initiatives that engage students from all backgrounds, and his efforts have earned him the Chancellor’s Excellence in Citation Award at Syracuse University. In addition to his academic duties, Dr. Yung is an active leader in promoting humanitarian engineering, emphasizing the importance of socially inclusive and sustainable engineering solutions in his teaching. He has collaborated on various projects aimed at addressing the needs of marginalized communities and has led numerous outreach activities to expose high school students to biomedical engineering. Dr. Yung’s contributions to education and outreach