Paper ID #36610Incorporation of Research & Development-FocusedProfessional Skills in a Chemical Engineering Elective CourseDeborah Sweet Goldberg (Lecturer) Dr. Deborah Goldberg is a Senior Lecturer and the Associate Chair for Strategic Initiatives in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park. She earned her BS in chemical engineering, her PhD in bioengineering, and worked as a biopharmaceutical development scientist at MedImmune for six years before joining the University of Maryland. She has taught seven different courses, including development of a
of engineering students during the period of ERT in the spring of 2020 in twocultural contexts: students attending an institution in the United Kingdom and one in the UnitedStates. The overarching research question addressed is: How were students at two institutionssupported by their social capital networks during ERT?Theoretical FrameworkSocial capital theory explains the importance of using social connections and social relations inachieving goals [15]. It has been used in engineering education research to study undergraduatestudents’ initial decisions to major in engineering, their persistence, and perceptions of fit in thefield [16]. The network theory of social capital [15] describes two main types of interactions orsupport—instrumental
study, findings revealed that fathers were the most substantialinfluence on the women's initial interests in STEM, as they emphasized education andindependence throughout their daughters' lives. The qualitative data offered distinct perspectiveson the complexities of socialization processes in African American households. Despite the bulkof participants perceiving family as a significant influence on their experiences in science, manydid not acknowledge this influence. Researchers have shown that familial support may not sparkinterests in science among African American students.31 As such, the scope of these resultsreinforces claims for the use of qualitative and quantitative data to better understand theeducational processes of African
then launched the "ExcellentEngineer Education and Training Plan 2.0", namely “the New Engineering Researchand Practice Project”. Three policies mainly guide the construction of newengineering projects in China,which are "Fudan Consensus", "Tianjin UniversityAction" and " Beijing Guidance", and are called a trilogy of new engineeringprojects.“Fudan Consensus" was the first initiative to start the new engineeringresearch and practice project."Tianjin University Action" further defined thedirection development, and "Beijing Guidance" set up a new engineering researchand practice expert group. Based on this structure, the new engineering research andpractice project became an essential clue throughout the trilogy of new engineeringconstruction in
project, 3. To mold them as independent/collaborative researchers and effective communicators, 4. For them to learn to ask the right questions, formulate plans, pragmatically interpret data, 5. To inspire and enable them to pursue advanced study and related STEM careers.Organizational Structure:In lieu of the typical exclusive one-on-one mentoring of undergraduate students, this site utilizedand extended the vertically-integrated team framework for a more realistic, meaningful andeffective engagement of undergraduates in research. Initiated by Georgia Tech in 2009,Vertically-Integrated Projects (VIP) unite undergraduate education and faculty research in ateam-based context, where students earn academic credits and/or a research
AC 2008-1155: U.S.-INDIA INTERNATIONAL RESEARCH, EDUCATION, ANDINDUSTRY EXPERIENCES FOR STUDENTS IN ACOUSTICS ANDNON-DESTRUCTIVE EVALUATIONChetan Sankar, Auburn University Dr. Chetan S. Sankar, Thomas Walter Professor in the Department of Management is an expert on IT and telecommunications management. He is also an expert on case study development and has developed more than 30 case studies, many of which have won awards for their ability to motivate and challenge students. He works closely with industries to write research-based case studies for use by engineering and business students. He has published more than 150 refereed papers in journals, book chapters, and conference proceedings.P K
(PFF) initiative and [6] applies Communities of Practice theory to PFFprograms. Other literature describes formal training for engineering teaching assistants, such as thepros and cons [7], guidelines [8], and logistics [9]. In contrast, our Tricks of the Trade paper focuseson how graduate students can seek out and maximize training for teaching while fulfilling heavyresearch responsibilities. Our paper is centered on the question: How can doctoral students ensurethat they will not only be ready for the research aspect of a future career as a PI, but also theteaching aspect? To answer this, we give detailed advice on how to seek out teaching-centricopportunities and advice on how to make the most of them. Topics include the role of
contexts.This work is intended to help demonstrate to engineering education researchers how a case studymethod approach can be used to study complex phenomena with multiple variables of interest (inthis case, the process of using professional development to initiate a faculty change initiative).The paper also shares how a case study research design can benefit from utilization of atheoretical framework (e.g., the additive innovation cycle) and from the collection of multiplesources of evidence to help triangulate findings. We describe the set of decisions madethroughout the analysis planning stage to identify patterns of behavior among cases (facultymembers), including why decisions were made, how they were implemented, and to what ends.The process to
Paper ID #14786Racial Microaggressions within the Advisor-advisee Relationship: Implica-tions for Engineering Research, Policy, and PracticeDr. Brian A. Burt, Iowa State University Brian A. Burt is Assistant Professor of Higher Education at Iowa State University. He studies graduate stu- dents’ learning and achievement, particularly those from underrepresented backgrounds in STEM fields. He also examines the institutional policies and practices that influence students’ educational and work- force pathways. His research, writing, and teaching and advising directly relate to his personal journey as a collegiate student
Paper ID #11554Student Development of a Five kW Solar Furnace for Solar Thermal Chem-istry ResearchDr. Gregory Scott Duncan, Valparaiso University G. Scott Duncan is an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Valparaiso University. He re- ceived a BSME (1990) from Purdue University and Ph.D (2006) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida. His research has focused on the development of systems and components for the area of concentrated solar thermal chemistry.Dr. Shahin S. Nudehi, Valparaiso University Professor Nudehi received a Bachelor degree and a Master degree in Mechanical Engineering from
providing overviews of relevant empiricalliterature with recommendations about practical applications of theories and research (Bradley etal., 2002; Chun, 2002; Marschark et al., 2002); describing specific examples of research-informed interventions and initiatives that demonstrate RTP in their field of interest (Chang etal., 2015; Gillen, 2010; Langberg et al., 2018); and a comprehensive approach that acknowledgesthe RTP gap in their field of interest, identifies the barriers that hinder RTP, and providepractical solutions for addressing these barriers and facilitating a RTP pathway in the field(Dingfelder & Mandell, 2011; Fiske & Earle-Richardson, 2013; Jensen & Foster, 2010; Li et al.,2016; Subcommittee of Education Reform, U.S
center. • Centers will need an initial start-up funding and a continuing annual budget that covers some of the basic expenditures such as salary for the director and a small office support. It will also be very helpful if the center can afford an ongoing research initiation fund for several faculty members to build the base faculty support. • Finding the right staff for the center is absolutely critical. The engineers need to have industry experience, be quick learners, excellent communicators, and patient mentors. The center should start with a few experienced engineers to begin with and make sure that they are successful in their first projects. Additional funds for increasing the number of
environmentsustainability that have evolved over many years of work, with a significant amount of sponsoredresearch investment, educators and researchers face three challenges: o What can educators and researchers in any discipline related to the built environment (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction, and others) do to establish new education and research programs in sustainable F&CIS? o How can they do it? o What resources will they need? Page 11.49.3This paper proposes an initial set of answers to these three questions as a starting point for an on-going, industry-wide dialogue. The overarching goal is to offer a
participants wanted more programming instruction, assistance in preparing for theAP CS exam, and an opportunity to continue working on their projects. 72.7% of surveyed student (16out of 22) reported being able to connect what they have learned from the program to what they are taughtin school. Such connections include: math, programming courses and languages, research, presentation,public speaking, AP Biology and AP Statistics, debugging IT problems, assessment of peers, projectprototyping, group collaboration, and increased initiative in group projects. Page 23.677.139 Summary of Program Impact AreasThere were several areas where we noticed
and work between20 and 30 hours per week on their projects. The number of hours per week will varydepending on special programming.Weekly SROP Seminars: Weekly seminars are scheduled once each week after 4pm toaddress students’ academic, personal, and professional development. Three themes areattended to in the series: Research Skills, Graduate School Application Process, andPersonal Development/Institutional Views of Difference in the Academy.Orientation: The Student Leadership Council (SLC) in the ERC prepares an in-depthorientation for the REU students. They create a slide presentation giving the history,mission, current research projects and outreach initiatives in the ERC. They take a tourof the testbed area and graduate students provide
initiative, the program aids the studentto in exploring various university environments to which they will apply for graduate school. Figure 1: Students placed in summer research internships as part of UMET/MIE program, 1996-2007 125 120 Number of Students 105 85 74 77 70 69
the research project16. CBPR generallyemerges from community partners who want to have an active voice in framing the research.Through the collaborative and systematic collection and analysis of data, community partnersreflect, adjust and improve the project or research program development and implementation. Anadded benefit is that the CBPR methodology provides training opportunities for communitymembers to develop research skills, thereby empowering them to develop other research-basedprojects and initiatives independently17.Most commonly, literature about the CBPR methodology focuses on community health projectsand to a lesser extent on natural resource management projects; however, no documentation ofCBPR for educational research was
community college students to participate in upper-division university laboratory andcapstone design courses. The third strategy is the development of a research internship programspecifically designed for community college students.Strategy 1: Curriculum Enhancements through Contextualized Teaching and LearningRecently, the California Community Colleges Basic Skills Initiative has identified contextualizedteaching and learning as a promising strategy to actively engage students and improve learning inbasic skills courses and career/technical education.18 Contextualized learning has been defined as a“diverse family of instructional strategies designed to more seamlessly link the learning offoundational skills and academic or occupational content by
443 Carbon Nanotube Composites: Using an Authentic Engineering Research Problem to Engage Middle School Students in STEM Nancy Warter-Perez, Sevak Ghazaryan, and Jerardo Martin California State University, Los Angeles/ Stevenson Middle SchoolAbstractSince 2008, the IMPACT LA NSF GK-12 Program (Improving Minority Partnerships throughCISE (Computer, Information Science & Engineering)-related Teaching) has been partneringgraduate teaching fellows with middle and high school science and math teachers within the EastLos Angeles area. The Cal State L.A. graduate fellows serve as visiting
Paper ID #45500Fast-Track to Research Writing Mastery: A 9-Week Intensive Course forGraduate StudentsDr. Shenghua Wu, University of South Alabama Dr. Shenghua Wu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil, Coastal, and Environmental Engineering at the University of South Alabama. His research areas include civil engineering materials characterization, pavement performance evaluation and modeling, design, and maintenance, multidisciplinary approach to address complex engineering issues, as well as STEM education. He holds multiple leadership roles, including the Director for Interdisciplinary Center for Sustainable
provide a seamless education no matter which platform the educational product isbeing received from. Curriculum and Research IssuesLike many MBA programs, EM programs can have extensive executive EM component(seminary or more extensive training programs) along with PDH (Professional DevelopmentHour –for licensure) demands.7 In addition, many EM programs may have outreach initiatives ifnot simply professional development demands placed upon them. Again, here the demand is ofpractical nature.Due to the myriad of forces shaping EM programs, curriculum design and development is noeasy task in this field. Another reality facing EM programs is that there are few programs thatgrant PhDs in the area. 1 Thus much of the
a major, comprehensive, public land-grant research universitylocated in the southeast United States. The study participants were selected on a voluntary basisfrom a combination of multiple summer research programs, such as a university-sponsoredbridge program, four NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) sites/supplements indisciplinary engineering, and a USDA Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates(REEU) site. There were 64 students in total participating in the aforementioned programs.Demographic information for the initial student population (n = 64) was unavailable. Allprograms and program sites provided formal professional development and networkingopportunities for the undergraduate student researchers. No
Paper ID #38318Collaborative Research: Design and Development: Lessonsfrom Conducting the Skillful Learning InstitutePatrick Cunningham (Professor) Patrick Cunningham is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. His professional development is focused on researching and promoting metacognition, self-regulated learning, and reflection among students and faculty in Engineering Education. Dr. Cunningham teaches a range of courses across undergraduate levels with specialization in dynamic systems, measurement, and control. In his teaching he seeks to apply what he has learned from
of attempting an SLR and ending up with first writing an SMR areavailable in their published work [49]. In this case, researchers were working on a project focusingon the topic of broadening the participation of African Americans in engineering and computerscience. Reflecting on the execution of the project, Phillips et al. [49] state that one of theirobjectives was to conduct an SLR to investigate the existing literature related to their project. Atfirst, they were confident that an SLR would serve the purpose of answering their researchquestions. Soon, however, they found that the process of identifying and selecting studies for anSLR may not be as straightforward as initially thought. The research team encountered many difficulties
asa model to design new prototypes, which reflects the pertinence of DT in education.Nonetheless, in the Asian context, there is little research concerning applying DT inengineering education.The EDIPT modelSome popular DT models are Simon's three-stage linear, IDEO, and EDIPT models. Initially,DT courses in engineering and design were based on Simon's three-stage linear model,including analysis, synthesis, and evaluation [9]. IDEO expanded the DT model through aniterative Discover, Interpretation, Ideation, Experimentation, and Evaluation cycle toinnovate design work [41]. Stanford University's Educational Design Lab further integratedDT into curriculum and teaching practices by proposing the EDIPT model, currently the mostwidely adopted in
Industry Initiatives for Science and Math Education [IISME]). Retrieved from http://www.igniteducation.org/about/impact/ on October 27, 2017.[6] J. Dubner, S. Silverstein, N. Carey, J. Frechtling, T. Busch-Johnsen, J. Han, G. Ordway, N. Hutchison, J. Lanza, J. Winter, J. Miller, P. Ohme, J. Rayford, K. Weisbaum, K. Storm, and E. Zounar, “Evaluating Science Research Experience For Teachers Programs and Their Effects on Student Interest and Academic Performance: A Preliminary Report of an Ongoing Collaborative Study by Eight Programs.”, MRS Proceedings, 684, GG3.6 doi:10.1557/PROC-684-GG3.6, 2001.[7] A. M. Farrell, “What Teachers Can Learn From Industry Internships.” Educational Leadership, pp. 38-39
on certain subjects.The systems approach has been applied to the development of graduate/undergraduate teaming.In the Fall semester of 2004, we initiated a project in a senior design class in which twoundergraduates developed an Ultra Wide Band (UWB) communications system. This effortresulted in a presentation at the National Conference for Undergraduate Research [5]. In theFall semester of 2005, one of these students continued onto our Master of Science inTechnology program. We teamed this student with an undergraduate senior. In the 2005-2006academic year, this graduate/undergraduate team tested the UWB system under variousconditions and provided an analysis of the testing results. The graduate student was able totrain the undergraduate to
, each researcher read the transcripts and made a list of emergent themes.During the first round of inter-rater comparison, the individual researchers’ lists were discussedand combined into a list of 13 major themes with up to eight sub-themes each. Interviewtranscripts were then coded by each researcher using these themes. Coding was conducted at theparagraph level and analyzed using NVivo8, a software package for qualitative data analysis.During the initial round of individual coding, additional sub-themes were identified by one orboth researchers. Following the initial coding, the two coding files were combined and boththemes and coding references were compared. Some sub-themes were deleted, combined, orreworded, resulting in a final count of
Paper ID #18151Solar Eclipse Ballooning with a Multiband Tracking Subsystem for Under-graduate Research ExperienceDr. Wookwon Lee, Gannon University Wookwon Lee, P.E. received the B.S. degree in electronic engineering from Inha University, Korea, in 1985, and the M.S. and D.Sc. degrees in electrical engineering from the George Washington University, Washington, DC, in 1992 and 1995, respectively. He is currently an associate professor and department chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Gannon University, Erie, PA. Prior to joining Gannon, he had been involved in various research and development
research by introducing students to research projects with a broader impact in terms of energy, the environment, and emerging scientific technologies. 3. Provide students with the opportunity to participate in all aspects of a scientific campaign, including research experience (laboratory work, literature review) and communication of scientific data (oral presentations, poster presentations, writing of manuscripts/peer-review process). 2Tier 1: Research methods/skill developmentThe first tier of eCURe involves recruitment and initial preparation of needed STEM skillsthrough CUREs within existing General Chemistry coursework or