estimation [1] .This poor performance by the new graduates appears to be related to: aweak conceptual understanding of basic engineering science, limited ability to form appropriateanalogies, weakness in visual perception, short-term memory, and insufficient interaction withtheir physical surroundings[4,5]. Additionally, current engineering education emphasizessophisticated methods for precise calculation and thus may underemphasize approximation skills[13]. Attempts to rectify the situation would require research and development and eventuallyinstigating potential changes in curricula and teaching methods.4) Physical modeling and experimentation: Unfortunately, the advent of the computer and itsimpact on teaching engineering has made it easy to
. Kerrie Douglas, Assistant Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue, studies how to improve the quality of classroom assessments and evaluation of online learning in a variety of engineering education contexts. She holds a PhD in Educational Psychology and a M.A. in Educational Studies, with focus on school counseling. She is a co-PI on the SCALE project, leading the evaluation and assessment efforts. She recently received an NSF award to study engineering instructor decisions and student support during COVID-19 and impact the pandemic is having on engineering students. She also recently won the prestigious CAREER award from the U.S. National Science Foundation to study increasing the fairness of engineering
specific kind of competencethat was lacking. Some companies had not experienced problems with recruiting (to theknowledge of the person interviewed), and some companies had not recruited new personnel. Aninteresting finding was that over 80 % of the companies believed that it would become moredifficult to find personnel with energy competence on a 10 year horizon. It should be noted thatthe persons interviewed worked as traditional industrial engineers at different levels and withdifferent focus (e.g. marketing or logistics), and therefore had not first-hand insight into therecruitment of new personnel.Industries mainly working in emerging markets and/or with relatively new technologies pointedout the importance of a curriculum that not only
many things they had not experienced that the faculty have livedthrough. I remember one such fact which was that the new class of students had never rolled up thewindow on a car by hand. This stunned me for a few minutes when I read it, but then I remembermy parents buying a car in 1953 which had power windows! Many young people don’t realize howthings have changed over the past half-century. It is also true that many of our current facultymembers have not experienced the past half-century of engineering education. They have littleappreciation of the foundations of engineering education on which they must build the future. Weusually only publish our successes and few of our students and faculty members understand theimportance of learning from
. Nonetheless, many engineeringstudents take physical courses. Up to one third of the students are from engineering majors inintroductory physical education courses. This seems to be a strong indication that physicalcourses are perceived well by engineering students. Qualitative statements like this need to besupported by quantitative assessments. Such assessments can then be used to decide theappropriate policies by various engineering departments on the inclusion or exclusion of physicaleducation in their curricula. This paper at hand is on this specific topic.The PE 603100 course of: Sports and Health is offered at the Hashemite University by theDepartment of Physical Education and Sports Science. In one particular section of this course,about 100
biological sensing, electromechanical signal processing, and computing; the dynamics of parametrically-excited systems and coupled oscillators; the behavior of electromechanical and thermomechanical systems, including energetic materials, operating in rich, multi- physics environments; and mechanics education. Dr. Rhoads is a member of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) and the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), where he serves on the Design, Materials and Manufacturing Segment Leadership Team and the Design Engineer- ing Division’s Technical Committees on Micro/Nanosystems and Vibration and Sound. Dr. Rhoads is a recipient of the National Science Foundation’s Faculty Early Career
UW in 1998 after seven years on the faculty at the University of Pittsburgh. Her research focuses on engineering education pedagogy, engineering design learning, assessing the consid- eration of context in engineering design, and understanding undergraduate engineering student pathways. She is a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the ASEE. She was the recipient of the 2002 ASEE Chester F. Carlson Award for Innovation in Engineering Education and the 2009 UW David B. Thorud Leadership Award. Dr. Atman holds a Ph.D. in Engineering and Public Policy from Carnegie Mellon University
Paretti, Virginia Tech Marie C. Paretti is an Associate Professor of Engineering Education at Virginia Tech, where she co- directs the Virginia Tech Engineering Communications Center (VTECC). Her research focuses on com- munication in engineering design, interdisciplinary communication and collaboration, design education, and gender in engineering. She was awarded a CAREER grant from the National Science Foundation to study expert teaching in capstone design courses, and is co-PI on numerous NSF grants exploring com- munication, design, and identity in engineering. Drawing on theories of situated learning and identity development, her work includes studies on the teaching and learning of communication, effective teach
. Page 15.640.2© American Society for Engineering Education, 2010 Helping engineering and science students find their voice: Radio production as a way to enhance students’ communication skills and their competence at placing engineering and science in a broader societal contextAbstractTerrascope Radio is a class offered to second-semester freshmen at the Massachusetts Institute ofTechnology. The subject satisfies one of their freshman humanities requirements, and also one“communication-intensive” requirement. Through intensive critical listening sessions andwriting assignments, students develop a deep understanding of radio as a medium for thecommunication and expression of ideas. They explore
sciencecurricula, and not unlike our study, they understood the importance of incorporating engineeringto satisfying state and national education standards. They stressed the importance of devoting asignificant amount of time to helping teachers with science content prior to the engineeringchallenge. They also stressed the importance of framing the design challenge within anengineering framework emphasizing “constraints, optimizations, and predictive analysis… priorto, and during, hands on activities” (p. 15). In a study similarly structured to our Save the Animals STEM curriculum, High et al.(2009) investigated the impact of an interdisciplinary problem-based learning approach usingDET (Design, Engineering and Technology) activities in a
Page 26.616.2more as a metaphor for conveying students’ experience of disappointment than to insinuatemalicious intent.(i)In K-12 engineering programs, the overwhelming curricular emphasis is on engaging, design-based classroom activities: open-ended, hands-on projects requiring creative synthesis acrossmultiple domains of knowledge on the part of the student.1 In university engineering programs,students confront an educational philosophy that can be characterized as exclusionary and builtupon a “fundamentals first” approach to learning:2 analytically rigorous, rote learning of basicprinciples in math and science (e.g., calculus, chemistry, physics) followed by engineeringsciences (e.g. statics, fluid dynamics) followed by engineering analysis
) Funding for the GC DELI project was provided by artificial heart valve, one of the a NSF Transforming Undergraduate Education in STEM biomedical engineering hands‐on projects developed for the workshop. (TUES) grant and the high school adaptation of the curriculum is funded by the Intel Foundation.CHiMES (Community Helpers in Math, Engineering and Science) for EPICS High is a programdesigned to connect industry mentors with high school engineering students engaged incommunity
AC 2008-276: ACHIEVING COMPELLING STUDENT COMPREHENSION OFCOMPLEX INFORMATION STRUCTURES FOR BOTH ON-SITE AND ON-LINECOURSESRonald Uhlig, National University Dr. Ronald P. Uhlig is Chair of the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems, School of Engineering and Technology, National University. He also serves as Lead Faculty for Wireless Communications for the Master of Science in Wireless Communications program. He teaches and carries out research in wireless systems, computer security, and applications of advanced technology in education. He also teaches global business. As Principal Investigator for a Hewlett-Packard Technology for Teaching – Higher Education – Grant
universities are already taking steps to give more students and adults ability to Make. –More spaces on campus (Georgia Tech’s Invention studio; BU’s new EPIC Studio, UC Berkeley’s Jacobs Institute for Design Innovation) – Add a “Maker Portfolio” as part of admissions process (MIT). – Continue to innovate on the fabrication tools that Makers have available (ease of use; types of materials; variety/value of products) – Engineering students and alumni could serve as mentors –Open up more lab equipment/shared facilities• Interested in getting involved? Email your thoughts, questions, or creations to maker@ostp.gov.• Responding to President’s call inState of the Union to prepare 100,000excellent STEM teachers over next 10years.• Led by
the results and achieve a conclusion with higherconfidence.IntroductionLearning happens in many ways, such as seeing, hearing, reflecting, acting, reasoning,memorizing, and visualizing. Teaching methods, materials, and activities also vary. Someinstructors lecture, others demonstrate or discuss, some focus on principles, and others onapplications. There are studies arguing that the most effective teaching can be achieved when thematerials and activities overlap with the students' learning styles [1], [2]. There are several methodsand indexes categorizing learning styles [3]. This case study aims to improve the teachingeffectiveness within the context of engineering courses and is based on the hypothesis that studentshave a set of preferred
. Selected strand providers submitted a syllabus, lesson plans,alignment to STEM learning standards and practices, and material lists for a classroom “kit” ofup to $250 of supplies required to implement their curriculum for each of the strand participants.The supplies were provided to each strand participant using additional funding provided bybusiness and industry. The strand providers also submitted a content/subject knowledge testaligned with the STEM concepts taught in their strands, which were vetted, modified for clarity,and used to pre and post-test their participants.The i-STEM strands focused on integrated STEM and included elements of scientific inquiry,engineering design, mathematical modeling, 21st Century skills 21, hands-on/minds-on
Session # 3664 Use of Collaborative Learning Exercises to Increase Student Motivation and Learning in an Introduction to Materials Engineering Course Stacy H. Gleixner and Hilary Lackritz Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, San Jose State University, San Jose, CAAbstractA collection of collaborative, in-class exercises have been designed for use in a freshmen/sophomore level Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering class. The activities areteam based problems that include open ended design problems, calculation
, science and technology concepts and promote technological literacy through theuse of scientific and technical visualization tools and techniques 6.The TECH know Project was a National Science Foundation funded project that produced 20instructional units based on technology problems issued by the Technology Student Association(TSA). The problems cover a wide variety of topics in construction, communication,manufacturing, and transportation technology. The competition engages students in hands-on,problem-based learning and is based upon fundamental science, mathematics, and technologyconcepts” 12.The study used a modified Delphi method for identifying the quality indicators of supplementaltechnology education visual-based learning material for the
] In the face of this uncertainty, efforts to increase diversity in engineering crystallizes… the have crystallized around various, sometimes conflicting, strategies. One concentration of example of this polarization are initiatives that focus on making math groups around and science “fun” for young girls and/or youth with different racial and extremes in the issue” ethnic backgrounds versus other measures that focus on the “making” (Roe, 1994, p. 2). aspect of engineering to attract students. In contrast, the NAE is seeking to present engineering to young people as a humanitarian and
Curriculum for Innovative Design,” sponsored by the Ministry of Science and Technology (formerly National Science Council), Taiwan, under Grant no. NSC 102-‐2511-‐S-‐002-‐011-‐MY3. Teachers engaging in interdisciplinary curriculum are often freed from isolation, allowed toactively take on multiple roles in teaching,10 and supported in reconstructing their roles andviews on their profession.6 On the other hand, some kind of mechanism—either institutionalor social—also needs to be in place in order to foster interdisciplinary cooperation amongteachers in the long run.8 In December 2013, three university teachers from civil engineering (CE), building andplanning (B&P), and futures studies (FS) embarked on a 3-year
analyze the impact of inflation (real and actual dollars) in societal context.project analysis and use price index methods (CPI for example) to reflect 21. I have improved my ability to applythese changes. mathematics, science and engineering principles.10. I am able to use integrated spreadsheet software (excel) to solveengineering economics problems.11. I am able to analyze global, societal, and ethical issues related tochoosing approaches to solve engineering problems.12. I am able to function effectively on a project team to solve anengineering problem and write a report.13. I am able to communicate effectively using business memos
- I. Background and Motivationing the lecture and lab courses that would apply to apredominantly Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering In prior semesters, the laboratory comprised of material(AE/ME) undergraduate cohort, this cross-sectional largely applicable to electrical and computer engineeringstudy aims to examine the effect of different types of (EE/CE) students, had little integration with industry stand-laboratories on material retention and success in upper ard tools and equipment, and used a "cookbook lab" ap-level courses. We tracked the performance of each of proach, with a limited perspective on system design. It wasthe 159 students who took part in this study throughout
, felix.martinez@up.edu.mxAbstract - The a-k outcomes established by Accreditation All Engineering programs have shared Mathematics andBoard for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for Basic Sciences subjects such as: Differential Calculus,Engineering students in their self-assessment framework, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Vector Calculus, Differentialshould be reflected in the different subjects that taught to Equations, Electricity and Magnetism, Physics, Chemistrythe students of the first two years of the various and other courses of academic areas of humanities andengineering programs. On the other hand, in those first businesses.semesters, the vocation of the students
, Alex held positions related to education and events at the Solar Electric Power Association (SEPA) and the Society for Neuroscience (SfN), both in Washington, DC. Alex has a passion for instructional design, informal education, and hands-on learning, and received her MA in Museum Education from Seton Hall University in 2013.Dr. Brian Yoder, American Society for Engineering Education Dr. Yoder is the department director, guiding the overall direction of research and evaluation activities. Prior to working at ASEE, Brian worked at NASA Education, overseeing the development of an on-line performance management system to assess NASA’s educational investments nationally. He also serves as President of the Washington
Session 2642 Characterization of Project Team Dynamics for Engineering and Management Students Based on Cognitive Style Keith W. Buffinton and Kathryn W. Jablokow Bucknell University / Pennsylvania State UniversityAbstractThe problem-solving styles and interpersonal dynamics of project teams are often criticaldimensions of the ability of a team to function effectively. In order to study the problem-solvingstyles of engineering and management students and to track intra-team interactions, the KirtonAdaption-Innovation Inventory (KAI) was used to determine the cognitive styles of
attitudes and approaches to learningAbstractIt is well established that students have a diverse array of learning styles and take differentapproaches to learning. For example, approaches to learning have been classified as “surface”,“deep”, and “achievement”. Research has shown that there are several advantages to promotingand fostering a deep approach to learning. One method for encouraging a deep approach tolearning is to utilize formative assessments that focus on conceptual understanding rather thanrecall or rote calculations. To that end, a Web-based Interactive Science and Engineering(WISE) Learning Tool that promotes concept-based learning has been incorporated into a multi-disciplinary Material Balances and Stoichiometry course. In an
such as criticalthinking, problem-solving skills, and motivation to learn in engineering students.12 The approachis designed to engage learners using facilitated, yet unscripted discussions to explore a complexscenario. Preparation is critical for both the learner and instructor prior to class, but the burden ofthe discussion and discovery is primarily placed on the learner. The learner must come preparedto ask questions, support different points of view, and engage with his or her peers to derivemeaning from the case study content. The instructor must have a thorough understanding of thecase study materials. However, an instructor fulfills more of a facilitation or moderation role toguide learners through a scenario as opposed to actively
projects; Author 3 has 9 years of managing design teams in industry aftercompleting his degrees in Mechanical Engineering. We have completed certificate programs onteaching and learning that touch on the philosophy of education, instructional skills, and specificapplications in engineering and science education. We organized conference panels on EDIthemes. We have participated in engineering outreach, through workshops (Author 1) andthrough summer research program with female high school students (Author 3). Thus we haveall benefited from and been participating in some of our engineering school’s EDI initiatives.3. Findings & DiscussionTwo types of representation gap were discussed by the participants: (1) representation gap in thestudent
will be reversing any time soon.Consider the traditional “hands on” means through which many future engineers first realizedtheir calling - working on their cars. Turning a wrench on a 1964 Mustang sparked aninterest in countless students, letting them realize that they enjoyed working on, and thinkingabout, mechanical systems, something that then aimed them naturally toward mechanicalengineering.As part of the irresistible urge toward efficiency and performance, modern vehicles havechanged in fundamental ways, ways that preclude any deep involvement for the novice. Nolonger can a student remove a carburetor and start to understand some basic fluid dynamics.Modern cars have eliminated them and replaced them with electronic fuel injection
York. Dr. Barry holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Rochester Institute of Tech- nology, a Master of Science degree from University of Colorado at Boulder, and a PhD from Purdue University. Prior to pursuing a career in academics, Dr. Barry spent 10-years as a senior geotechnical engineer and project manager on projects throughout the United States. He is a licensed professional en- gineer in multiple states. Dr. Barry’s areas of research include assessment of professional ethics, teaching and learning in engineering education, nonverbal communication in the classroom, and learning through historical engineering accomplishments. He has authored and co-authored a significant number of journal articles and