Conference Session

Teaching Design

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Karim Muci-Kuchler; Jonathan Weaver

evolution in industry, substantial efforts have been made by faculty members ofengineering programs across the nation to improve the quality of the undergraduate education inthis particular field. This becomes evident if one considers the evolution over time in the numberand type of product design and development courses that are typically offered to the students, thechanges in the style, content and instructional materials used in those courses, and the attempts tointegrate design across the curricula. As a first step to better prepare the students for the “real-world” practice of engineering,Senior Design Project or Capstone-type courses were incorporated into the engineering curricula.The results of an extensive survey conducted by Todd

Conference Session

Information Systems and Computing Potpourri

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Guy Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology

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Computing & Information Technology

AC 2011-2559: MOBILE GIS IN A MULTIDISCIPLINARY ACADEMICCENTERGuy Johnson, Rochester Institute of Technology (CMS) Professor Guy Johnson, Professor in the Center for Multidisciplinary Studies, Rochester Institute of Tech- nology (RIT). He has served as a faculty member at RIT for 36 years in STEM disciplines of Computer Science, Information Technology, Manufacturing Engineering Technology and now in Multidisciplinary Studies. In addition to faculty duties in these departments, he has held faculty administrative roles as De- partment Chair, Director, and Vice-Dean for programs in information technology and engineering tech- nology. He gained extensive experience with multidisciplinary degrees while serving in these

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Division Technical Session 8

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kenneth A. Connor, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute; Dianna Newman, University at Albany-SUNY; Kathy Ann Gullie Ph.D., Gullie Consultant Services; Robin L. Getz, Analog Devices, Inc.; Douglas A. Mercer, Analog Devices Inc.; John D. Kelly, North Carolina A&T State University; Craig J. Scott, Morgan State University; Mohamed F. Chouikha, Howard University; Yacob Astatke, Morgan State University; Abdelnasser A. Eldek, Jackson State University; Petru Andrei, Florida A&M University, Florida State University; Otsebele E. Nare, Hampton University; Mandoye Ndoye, Tuskegee University; Demetris Geddis, Hampton University; Shujun Yang, Alabama A&M University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer

: Albany City School District” , and ”Educational Leadership Program Enhancement Project at Syracuse University” Teacher Leadership Quality Program. She is also the PI on both ”Syracuse City School District Title II B Mathematics and Science Partnership: Science Project and Mathematics MSP Grant initiatives. She is currently the principle investigator on a number of grants including a 21st century grant and an NSF Transformong Undergraduate Education in STEM grant.Robin L. Getz, Analog Devices, Inc. Robin is currently the Director of Systems Engineering at Analog Devices, and has over twenty years of diverse industry experience in engineering leadership, product marketing and sales with multi-national semiconductor

Conference Session

ECE Online Courses, Labs, and Programs

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Sig Lillevik

. Somewhich may not exist today. So, we encourage you to continue to exploit new technologicaldevelopments as they occur. Focus on more interactive, hands-on learning, and possibly an entirely neweducational paradigm that adapts, in real time, as students acquire knowledge.References1. J. King, “Web-based engineering courses: getting started”, 1998 ASEE Annual Conference and Exhibition, Session 2432.2. C. Goodson and S. Miertschin, “Development and implementation of web based courses for engineering technology”, 1998 ASEE Annual Conference and Exhibition, Session 1547.3. J. Manktelo, “Introduction to memory techniques”, Mind Tools Book Store (Learning styles and mnemonics), http://www.mindtools.com/fallacy.html.4. T. Ho, and B. Ho, “Application

Conference Session

Technical Session 9:Topics related to STEM

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ronald F. DeMara P.E., University of Central Florida; Tian Tian, University of Central Florida; Shadi Sheikhfaal, University of Central Florida; Wendy Howard, University of Central Florida

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Computers in Education

scaffolding of analyticalprocedures along with hands-on problem solving in both online and face-to-face components ofthe delivery. Methods used, learning outcomes, instructor perceptions, and students’ perceptionsof courses using STEM-BDP over multiple semesters at a large state university are described.Two high enrollment course case studies utilizing STEM-BDP are examined herein, including anElectrical and Computer Engineering required core undergraduate course and a Mechanical andAerospace Engineering undergraduate course. The details of the STEM-BDP delivery strategies,learning activities, and student perceptions surveys are presented. Results indicated very positivefeedback whereby 90% of students agreed that video content offers valuable

Conference Session

Design Based Energy Education

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez PhD, MBA, Western Michigan University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

PhD, MBA, Western Michigan University Page 23.58.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2013 A Laboratory for Energy Efficient Product DesignAbstract Traditionally, energy consideration has been secondary in standard design methodology taught intypical undergraduate engineering curriculum. Most design analysis is focused on performance of aproduct or a system in terms of function, structural integrity or realization of other design goals. In thelater stages of the design process, performance simulation and theoretical analysis is utilized to justifydesign refinement. In

Conference Session

How We Teach Problem Solving?

Collection

2004 Annual Conference

Authors

Amy Miller; Maher Murad; Robert Martinazzi

lackof it they made on each goal during the previous week. Students assign a “percentage” to eachgoal indicative of how thoroughly they performed the goal for the week. For example, if astudent’s goal was to complete all homework before watching TV, they may assign a 60% saying Page 9.1227.2that they held true to the goal only that percentage of the time. A copy of an Academic Proceedings of the 2004 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition Copyright © 2004, American Society for Engineering EducatorsResolution Worksheet is attached in the Appendix. Encouragement and chastisement

Conference Session

Using Technology to Enhance Teaching and Learning

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alexander Haubold, Columbia University; John R. Kender, Columbia University

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Educational Research and Methods

for viewing professionalprograms, students would benefit from interacting with this medium, either by producing theirown material or using it for evaluation and improvement of professional skills.We explore the incorporation of video recordings in a large engineering course for studentpresentations and team-based journaling of project progress. In this first-year undergraduateengineering course, students are introduced to the field of engineering design throughcommunity service learning while they work in teams of three to eight members. The non-trivialselection process of teams and role assignment within teams is further detailed in our relatedwork [9]. Teams work on various community projects in categories such as disabilities,environment

Conference Session

Architectural Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Charlie Setterfield, Sinclair Community College; Chad R. Bridgman, Sinclair Community College

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Diversity

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Architectural

Examiner, Setterfield balanced building code requirements with owner and contractor concerns. Setterfield teaches Autodesk Revit and its integration into analysis software, including Navisworks. Setterfield spearheaded a six-discipline IPD capstone resulting in student work that has been featured at various venues, including AU, the American Society for Engineering Educators and the League for Innovation in the Community College.Chad R. Bridgman, Sinclair Community College Chad currently serves as an Internship Coordinator for the Science, Mathematics, & Engineering Division at Sinclair Community College. Prior to managing the internship program he served as Aca- demic/Career Coach for Sinclair on a Department

Collection

2000 Annual Conference

Authors

Merredith D Portsmore; Martha N. Cyr; Chris B. Rogers

Macintosh platforms.The most effective and accessible materials and tools in both instances were LEGO bricks andLabVIEW. LabVIEW’s graphical environment combined with the familiar building materialsmade developing creations that incorporated science and engineering principles easy and fun. Thesuccess of teachers, students, and developers with this combination led to a partnership betweenTufts University, LEGO DACTA, the educational division of the LEGO company, and NationalInstruments, the makers of LabVIEW, to commercially develop software and supportingcurriculum. The partnership focused on software that would allow users to program the RCX(Figure 1), the programmable LEGO brick, in a graphical, icon based environment. Figure 1. The RCX has

Conference Session

College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP) Technical Session 2

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mohamed Razi Nalim, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Nirmala Priyanka Manthripragada, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; CLIFF CAMPBELL, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis; Sabya Mishra, The University of Memphis; Clayton Nicholas, Indiana University

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College Industry Partnerships Division (CIP)

this . The International Transport Forum [26] predicts that up to 70% oftruck driver jobs could be automated by 2030. On the other hand, the Teamsters union and othershave pushed state legislatures to ban autonomous trucks, fearing job losses. In the near future ofLevel 3-4 trucks, human drivers may still need to take control in certain situations, whereasLevel 5 fully driverless trucks may appear as regulations and legislation allow. This situationwill require new human-machine interaction environments and planned workforce developmentto accommodate different human roles in the industry.Data Management: The digital data revolution [27] (artificial intelligence, virtual and augmentedreality, data science, blockchain, e-commerce) is

Conference Session

DEED Technical Session 4 Best in DEED

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Daria Kotys-Schwartz, University of Colorado Boulder; Lauren Cooper, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

isto feel competent in his or her social environment. Students in this study perceived the environmentof “real world” engineering to be one that exists beyond the university walls, and one in whichknowledge beyond engineering theory is required to be successful in that environment. Authenticprojects – ones that link concepts to real life, are open-ended, encourage creativity, and culminatein a realistic product – provided an opportunity for students to develop skills and competenciesthat they perceived as relevant to the real world. This finding is mirrored in prior research [12],which shows how students’ interest and perceived value of an activity increase when the problemat hand is authentic and relevant to students. “I think I gained

Conference Session

FPD VII: Innovative Curriculum Elements of Successful First-Year Courses

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Byron L Newberry, Oklahoma Christian University; Cory R. Davis, Oklahoma Christian University; Robert Andrew Stevenson, Oklahoma Christian University

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First-Year Programs

are solely those of the authors.References 1. National Academy of Sciences (NAS), Committee on Science, Engineering, and Public Policy (COSEPUP), 2005, “Rising above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future,” Washington, DC: The National Academies press. 2. National Academy of Engineering, 2004, “The Engineer of 2020: Visions of Engineering in the New Century”, National Academies Press, Washington, DC. 3. National Academy of Engineering, 2005, “Educating the Engineer of 2020: Adapting Engineering Education to the New Century”, National Academies Press, Washington, DC. Klingbeil, N. Rattan, K., Raymer, M., Reynolds, D. Mercer, R., Kukreti, A. and

Conference Session

Pedagogical Developments in BME

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elizabeth Vargis, Vanderbilt University; Anita Mahadevan-Jansen, Vanderbilt University

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Biomedical

, most likely because we had avery structured method of going over these topics. Future implementations will also include anoverarching LC, implemented from the beginning of class. Even institutions that do not haveoptics programs or access to optical equipment can modify this LC module for their classes andutilize equipment like fluorescence microscopes to explain the process.The field of biomedical engineering is constantly growing. For students to understand the manybiomedical engineering concepts, they take classes on fundamental basic science, like biology,chemistry, physiology, physics, calculus, etc. It can be easy for them to lose track of the purpose

Conference Session

Instrumentation Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ventzislav Karaivanov, Colorado School of Mines; Jeffrey A. Holley P.E., Colorado School of Mines

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Instrumentation

Paper ID #12906A Hardware Enclosure to Increase Access to, and Reliability of, Data Acqui-sition Hardware while Enhancing the Student Laboratory ExperienceDr. Ventzislav Karaivanov, Colorado School of Mines • Ventzi Karaivanov, Teaching Associate Professor, PhD, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Col- orado School of Mines. Education • PhD – Mechanical Engineering, Swanson School of Engineering at University of Pittsburgh, 2009. ”Life prediction modeling of thermal barrier coated turbine airfoils” Teaching and Professional societies • Teaching Interests: Mechanics of Materials, Computer Aided En- gineering, Dynamics

Collection

2015 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Anurag Purwar; Pranav Korrapati; Q. J. Ge; Xin Ge

studentsand practitioners alike (Fig. 1)∗ . Design, a creativeendeavor of Engineers, is the systematic creationof artifacts whose form and function achieve statedobjectives and meet specified constraints. The Na-tional Academy of Engineering has mandated a crit-ical need to introduce design concepts and projectsearly in a student’s education, promote team-work, and introduce modern engineering tools.2, 3Outside academia, recent years have seen a fewemerging trends in DIY (DoItYourself) manufac- Figure 1: A prototype of the MotionGen appturing that have helped create many accidental en- showing a four-bar linkage driving a walkingtrepreneurs. One is the so-called maker movement robot designed by the students in the Freshman ∗ This

Conference Session

Construction Session 1: Sustainable Practices

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Scott Kelting, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Eric A. Holt, University of Denver; Nathan Barry, University of Nebraska - Kearney

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Construction

Construction Engineering from the University of Nebraska. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 Peer and Student Review of an Online Construction Management Sustainability Course This paper presents the delivery system for an online construction management course in sustainability and the built environment at a major university. Information about the course layout, assignments, discussions, and assessments are provided in this paper. The course provides a systems approach to green building science that includes sustainable site development, water use efficiency, renewable energy, improving material use, indoor environmental quality, and design innovation. The authors

Conference Session

Active and Inquiry-Based Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elliot P. Douglas, University of Florida

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2011-101: STUDENT CONSTRUCTION OF KNOWLEDGE IN AN AC-TIVE LEARNING CLASSROOMElliot P. Douglas, University of Florida Dr. Elliot P. Douglas is Associate Chair, Associate Professor, and Distinguished Teaching Scholar in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Florida. His research activities are in the areas of active learning, problem solving, critical thinking, and use of qualitative methodolo- gies in engineering education. Specifically, he has published and presented work on the use of guided inquiry as an active learning technique for engineering; how critical thinking is used in practice by stu- dents; and how different epistemological stances are enacted in engineering

Conference Session

"Best" of BED

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Idalis Villanueva, University of Maryland, College Park; Rachel L. Manthe, Fischell Department of Bioengineering, University of Maryland, College Park; Kevin M Knapstein, Bioprocess Scale-Up Facility, Fischell Department of Bioengineering, University of Maryland, College Park

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Biomedical

on isolating the calcium load versus route hypothesis in hippocampal neurons exposed to ischemic stroke conditions. Prior to her postdoctoral appointment, she worked in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engi- neering as a graduate researcher isolating the role of biomechanical and biochemical cues in cartilage cells that were encapsulated in photopolymerizable hydrogels. She earned her B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Puerto Rico at Mayag¨uez. Dr. Villanueva has been an active participant of out- reach activities for minority students and students with disabilities interested in science and engineering through the Colorado Diversity Initiative, PROMISE program in the University of

Conference Session

Evidence-based Practices in Faculty Development

Collection

2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Mary Slowinski, College of the Canyons; Gabrielle P. Temple; Kenneth Walz, Madison Area Technical College

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Faculty Development Division

Advanced Technological Education program centers and projects to provide a range of services including the development and deployment of curricula for three international faculty learning projects, serving as an innovation coach to support the scaling up innovative practices in technical education, developing curricular and learning materials based on learning science, and facilitat- ing groups in a variety of settings. In addition, Mary is tenured faculty at Bellevue College for the Digital Media Arts program.Mrs. Gabrielle P Temple, Mrs. Temple is the Project Manager for the National Science Foundation Center for Renewable Energy Advanced Technological Education (CREATE) and the Co-PI on the National Science

Collection

2000 Annual Conference

Authors

Andrew N. Vavreck

graphical, analytical and design software-basedanalysis and synthesis throughout the course; involvement by an engineering technologystudent intern to foster team collaboration; implementation of an industrial topic thread throughthe course; and a pre-team-formation assessment of background and skills of students, followedby team selection based on the assessment. The outcome of the course improvements includedimproved student morale and interest level, and higher student evaluations.Course OverviewMechanical Engineering Technology 206, Dynamics and Machine Elements, is a sophomore-level course in kinematics and kinetics as applied to mechanism and machine design. It is

Collection

1997 Annual Conference

Authors

Janet K. Allen; Farrokh Mistree; David D. Clark; David W. Rosen

solving design problems. This can consist of many types of knowledge, ranging from textbooks in which students find equations, to vendor catalogs on the World Wide Web which allow students to order materials, to case studies which illustrate how other students developed their design processes. In the DLS, we provide three types of knowledge bases as available assets: case studies, engineering primers, and design catalogs. By examining case studies of prior groups’ design reports, students can learn what is expected and model their work on the most successful of those who came before

Conference Session

Experiences in Teaching Energy Courses

Collection

2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Narayanan Komerath, Georgia Institute of Technology

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

to extract resources available from their environment. The research related to these devices deals with the difficult problems that also plague most small-scale power extraction devices on Earth. The field of micro renewable energy systems (MRES), on the other hand, aims to solve problems in bringing family-sized power generators to mass-market consumers. The path towards Figure 1: NASA Mars Rover. An solutions are typically at the interface between space example of an intelligent, mobile, technology and terrestrial energy issues. The philosophy

Conference Session

Military and Veterans Division (MVD) Technical Session 2

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aikaterini Bagiati, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Kathleen D Kennedy, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Andrés F. Salazar-Gómez, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Joshua Siegel, Michigan State University; cynthia Breazeal, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Military and Veterans Division (MVD)

Center for Collective Intelligence; former President, MIT Technology Review; former President, MIT Enterprise ForumDr. Andr´es F. Salazar-G´omez, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Andr´es F. Salazar-G´omez is a computational neuroscientist with multidisciplinary training and committed to reshaping higher education in developing countries. Andr´es boasts 10+ years of expertise in brain-computer interfaces and human-robot interaction research, with a robust background in biomedical engineering, experimental design, data science and quantitative methods. His focus on evidence-based and policy-informed approaches to educational programs gives him a unique perspective in the field of tertiary, professional and

Conference Session

Recruiting/Retention Lower Division

Collection

2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Louis Frenzel

287 THE DISAPPERING ASSOCIATE DEGREE PROGRAM IN ELECTRONICS TECHNOLOGY Louis E. Frenzel Jr. Adjunct Professor, Austin Community College Technology Editor, Electronic Design MagazineEach year, fewer and fewer students enroll in Associate degree programs in ElectronicsTechnology. Most schools offering such programs know that the decline in interest andenrollments has been continuing for over a decade. The question every department asks is:why? On the other hand, the electronics industry and its employment have grown over thesame period. The use of all types of electronic equipment continues to expand and theincreasing equipment complexity would

Conference Session

Professional Papers

Collection

2025 ASEE Southeast Conference

Authors

Fazil T. Najafi, University of Florida; Jack Cuilla, University of Florida

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Professional Papers

building materials. This dualfunctionality eliminates the need for separate mounting systems, saving 20-30% comparedto traditional systems [5]. PV cells are also used in electric vehicles, with 25% of EVowners having PV systems on their property [6]. Additionally, PV energy is applied insolar roads, where high-strength, textured glass panels substitute asphalt, providingtraction, lighting highways, and generating 20-30 kWh/m² annually [7].2.1.2 Parabolic TroughOn the other hand, Parabolic trough solar panels (PT) utilize a parabolic disk shape andconcentrators (mirrors) to direct sunlight to a specific point, better known as the receiver.This glass receiver absorbs the sun's light and heats a liquid in the receiver, as depicted inFigure 3 [8

Conference Session

Faculty Tools

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua A. Enszer, University of Notre Dame; Jessica A Kuczenski, Century College; Kerry Meyers, University of Notre Dame; Jay B. Brockman, University of Notre Dame

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Computers in Education

.; Bhattacharya, M.; Rayudu, R.; “Work In Progress: E-portfolios in Computer Science andEngineering Education.” FIE Conference Nov. 2006 http://www.fie-conference.org/fie2006/papers/1428.pdf4. Heinrich, E.; Bhattacharya, M.; Rayudu, R.; “Preparation for lifelong learning using ePortfolios.” EuropeanJournal of Engineering Education 32(6), 2007.5. Gulbahar, Y.; Tinmaz, H. “Implementing Project-Based Learning and E-Portfolio Assessment in anUndergraduate Course.” Journal of Research on Technology in Education, 38(3), 2006.6. ABET. “Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs.” 2009. http://abet.org/Linked%20Documents-UPDATE/Criteria%20and%20PP/E001%2010-11%20EAC%20Criteria%201-27-10.pdf7. Fink, L.D. Creating Significant Learning Experiences. San Francisco

Conference Session

Computers in Education Division (COED) Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Syed Hasib Akhter Faruqui, Sam Houston State University; Nazia Tasnim, University of Texas at Austin; Iftekhar Ibne Basith, Sam Houston State University; Suleiman M Obeidat, Texas A&M University; Faruk Yildiz, Sam Houston State University

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

questions depend on the learners themselves. For example, a learner may have varyinglearning styles, such as visual, auditory, or reading/writing preferences, which can influence howthey absorb and process information. Some may prefer hands-on example focused activities, whileothers may prefer reading text books to comprehend complex concepts. Additionally, cognitiveabilities like memory, attention span, and problem-solving skills can influence how learners en-gage with educational materials. For example, some students may struggle with working memory,requiring additional support to retain information, while others may excel in logical reasoning,quickly grasping abstract concepts. Some who are anxious or lack confidence may require ad-ditional

Conference Session

Information and Network Security

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kristine Donate, Florida Atlantic University; Ravi T. Shankar, Florida Atlantic University; Diana Mitsova, Florida Atlantic University; Francis Xavier McAfee, Florida Atlantic University

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Diversity

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Computing & Information Technology

Paper ID #12707Searching the World Wide Web – Finding the Right Information the FirstTimeMs. Kristine Donate, Florida Atlantic University Twenty years in the RF Analog/Mixed Signal Design and EDA software industries doing design, customer support, application engineering, technical writing, training development and delivery, project manage- ment, AE and business management. Current focus is on telephony and IVR technologies. Realization of software development as a true passion of mine led to the pursuit of a Master’s degree in Computer Science at Florida Atlantic University, graduated in December, 2013.Dr. Ravi T

Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Katherine C Tetrick, Washington State University; John B. Schneider, Washington State University; Charles Pezeshki, Washington State University

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

jobsin STEM-related fields, Washington State University (WSU) and the University of Washington(UW) continue to partner to increase the number of engineering and computer science graduatesthrough the Washington STate Academic RedShirt (STARS) Program. Adopting the “redshirt”term from athletics, where student athletes will defer their playing eligibility for one year toimprove their skills in the sport, STARS gives students from academically and economicallydisadvantaged backgrounds an additional year of support as they begin their pursuit of a degreein engineering or computer science. (Despite use of the term “redshirt,” the program isindependent of athletics.) Modeled after the University of Colorado’s GoldShirt Program, theSTARS program