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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Elyas Irankhah; Sashank Narain; Kelilah L. Wolkowicz

" Advances in randomized MINIMAX algorithm" IEEE Transactions on Cybernetics, Engineering Innovation, vol. 5, pp. 16-19, Dec. 2023. vol. 43, no. 1, pp. 385-397, Feb. 2013. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54254/2977-3903/5/2023039. 10.1109/TSMCB.2012.2207951. [22] R. M. Savelli and R. de B. Seixas, "Tic-Tac-Toe and the Minimax[6] R. A. Duschl, A. W. Shouse, and H. A. Schweingruber, "What research decision algorithm" in Lua Programming Gems, L. H. de F., W. C., and says about K-8 science learning and teaching" Principal-Arlington, vol. R. L., Eds. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Lua.Org, 2008, pp. 239-245

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2015 Spring ASEE Middle Atlantic Section Conference

Authors

Thomas Ask

, the internet has motivated students to pursue image searches as the firststep in the design process. This design approach provides instantaneous visual exemplars thatcannot be forgotten and therefore could reduce radical departures from past designs and providea broader global material culture through shared images and social media. From a pedagogicalperspective, removing access to smartphones (or other internet devices) can inhibit this rush toview search engine-based popular designs. This digital valley of darkness can subsequentlyprovide relief from external visual influences upon the creative process. However, one shouldrecognize that visual stereotypes can be a helpful adjunct to design, particularly when designingfor a differing culture

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2013 North Midwest Section Meeting

Authors

Nischal Adhikari; Sima Noghanian

abstract field, due to difficulty ofintegrating tangible and realistic experiments into electrical engineering curriculum. Sometimessetting up a laboratory for these experiments could be very expensive. Therefore, a lot of timeusing simulation tools is a good alternative to examine and visualize the realistic problems.However, the available simulation software may require vast technical proficiency, whichsometime impedes the inclination of students towards this area of study.In this paper we introduce a ray-tracing simulation tool that can be beneficial in teaching wavepropagation and wireless communication. Wireless InSite®, from Remcom®, is a site-specificwireless channel simulation tool based on ray-tracing method. This paper introduces

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP) - Technical Session 3: Evaluation & Assessment

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Isha Bhatt, University of Michigan; Laura K. Alford, University of Michigan; Lesa Begley; Ryien Hosseini; Deborah A. Lichti, University of Michigan

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First-Year Programs Division (FYP)

Engineering, also from the University of Michigan. As an undergraduate student, she was an Instructional Aide for Programming and Data Structures, a direct follow-on course to Engineering 101. In addition to teaching, Isha is interested in software for embedded and autonomous systems and deep technology startups.Dr. Laura K. Alford, University of Michigan Laura K. Alford is a Lecturer at the University of Michigan. She researches ways to use data-informed analysis of students’ performance and perceptions of classroom environment to support DEI-based cur- ricula improvements.Lesa BegleyRyien HosseiniDeborah A. Lichti, University of Michigan Dr. Deborah Lichti earned her B.S. in Fisheries and Aquatic Science at Purdue

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2010 ASEE Zone 1 Conference

Authors

Salah Badjou

solidmultidisciplined basis for developing and implementing courses and for research in energysystems with a focus on renewable energy.Introduction The energy issue plays increasingly a prominent role in contemporary life. The advent ofthe industrial revolution, which was enabled by significant progress in the sciences, has led to thedevelopment of an energy-intensive technology on a worldwide scale. The dominant source ofenergy has been hydrocarbons, i.e., oil, coal, and natural gas, all of which are known to be non-renewable. The approach used by industry was not ecological, and was wasteful, in that littleattention was paid to energy efficiencies at an ecological level, perhaps because the science ofecology itself was not developed yet. Recycling

Conference Session

Innovative Learning, Comparative Learning Analysis, and Lessons Learned

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edmundo Tovar, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; Mercedes de la Cámara, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; Javier Saenz, Universidad Politécnica de Madrid; Manuel Castro, Universidad Nacional de Educacion a Distancia

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International

electricity application, as well as the 1997 and 1999 years UNED’s Social Council Award for the Best Didactic Materials in Exper- imental Sciences and the 2001 Award for the Innovative Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Technology from the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning. He works as researcher, coordinator, and Director in different projects, ranging from systems applications of simulation techniques, solar sys- tem and advanced microprocessor system simulation to telematics, and distance learning applications and systems, as well as computer-aided electrical engineering (CAEE), acting now as and Senior Technical Director. He is now with the UNED (Spanish University for Distance Education) as

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Curriculum Topics: Industrial ET/Industrial Technology

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

La Verne Abe Harris

methodology of this case study was based on multi-method survey and focus group activitiesthat were both quantitative and qualitative in nature. The success of the project was determinedby the analysis of the data from the pre/post tests, focus groups, and evaluations through processmeasures used to assess student involvement, skills, knowledge, and educational progress.Twelve graphic information technology (GIT) students at Arizona State University, who were Page 10.47.2enrolled in GIT 314 Multimedia Design Planning and Storyboarding, participated in this study. “Proceedings of the 2005 American Society for Engineering Education Annual

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Technology Integration in the Classroom

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2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Min Jou, National Taiwan Normal University; Yu-Shiang Wu, China Institute of Technology; Han-Wei Zhang, National Taiwan University; Ming-Jenn Wu, National Taiwan Normal University

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Manufacturing

of acquiring equipment,the limitation of the extremely expensive cost of infrastructure (i.e., cleaning rooms), graduallyhigher of material cost, time consuming of hands-on practice. The quality of teaching andlearning cannot always be promoted in this respect. Thus, we present the design andimplementation of interactive learning environments to support self-directed learning of MEMStechnology. Long [14] pointed out that there are at least six kinds of cognitive skills appear to beparticularly important in successful self-directed learning. They are as follows: goal setting skillsprocessing skills, other cognitive skills, some competence or aptitude in the topic or a closelyrelated area, decision making skills, and self-awareness. Effective

Conference Session

ERM: Let's Talk about Tests! (Tests Part 1)

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathan Delson, University of California, San Diego; Saharnaz Baghdadchi, University of California, San Diego; Maziar Ghazinejad, University of California, San Diego; Marko Lubarda, University of California, San Diego; Mia Minnes, University of California, San Diego; Alex Phan, University of California, San Diego; Curt Schurgers, University of California, San Diego; Huihui Qi, University of California, San Diego

Paper ID #37270Can Oral Exams Increase Student Performance andMotivation?Nathan Delson (Professor) Nathan Delson is a Teaching Professor at the University of California at San Diego. His research interests include robotics, biomedical devices, and engineering education. He teaches introductory design, mechanics, mechatronics, capstone design, medical devices, and product design & entrepreneurship. His interests in design education includes increasing student motivation, teamwork, hands-on projects, and integration of theory into design projects. In 1999 he co- founded Coactive Drive Corporation (currently

Conference Session

ERM: Student Professional Development: Professional Skills and Moving Beyond the Classroom

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2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Laura Rios, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; Benjamin Lutz, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo

. sphere.Role of Instructors are expected to explain the materials in Instructors should establish rapport with their stu-instructors lecture and homework assignments. dents and be approachable. Instructors should tailor their explanations to stu- Instructors challenge students to think and apply dents and may articulate fixed ideas of ”how one ideas. learns.” Grades are indicative of acquired knowledge. Grades reflect an ability to apply knowledge.Evaluation Tests are for students to “prove” they have ac- Accounts for individual differences in assessment quired the correct knowledge as evaluated by the

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies Division Technical Session 4

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2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yan Wu, University of Wisconsin, Platteville; Anna Drazkowski

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Experimentation and Laboratory-Oriented Studies

- to nano-scale electrostatic actuation. Upon receiving her Ph.D., she worked as a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Department of Mechanical Science and Engineering in the University of Illinois, Urbana- Champaign, where she worked in multiple projects using scanning probe microscopy to study material properties. In 2009, Yan Wu joined the faculty of the Department of Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin, Platteville. From fall 2015 to summer 2016, Yan Wu completed one year of sabbatical as a visiting scholar in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at University of Wisconsin – Madison.Anna Drazkowski c American Society for Engineering Education, 2019 Standard Based

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Homework, Learning, and Problem Solving in Mechanics

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Edward J. Berger, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Michael Wilson, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Mechanics

Paper ID #16199A Laboratory Study of Student Usage of Worked-example Videos to SupportProblem SolvingDr. Edward J. Berger, Purdue University, West Lafayette Edward Berger is an Associate Professor of Engineering Education and Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, joining Purdue in August 2014. He has been teaching mechanics for nearly 20 years, and has worked extensively on the integration and assessment of specific technology interventions in mechanics classes. He was one of the co-leaders in 2013-2014 of the ASEE Virtual Community of Practice (VCP) for mechanics educators across the country.Prof. Michael Wilson

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 19

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2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Wei Lu, Texas A&M University; Behbood Ben Zoghi P.E., Texas A&M University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

Paper ID #44348Using Generative AI for a Graduate Level Capstone Course Design—a CaseStudyDr. Wei Lu, Texas A&M University Dr. Wei Lu is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Department of Engineering Technology & Industrial Distribution at Texas A&M University. Her research focuses on Higher Education in Agriculture & Engineering, K-12 (STEM) Education, Communications, MarketingDr. Behbood ”Ben” Ben Zoghi P.E., Texas A&M University Ben Zoghi is the Victor H. Thompson endowed Chair Professor of electronics engineering at Texas A&M University, where he directs the College of Engineering RFID Oil & Gas

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Computing & Information Technology Division Technical Session

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Candido Cabo, New York City College of Technology; Reneta Davina Lansiquot, New York City College of Technology

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Computing & Information Technology

in Computer Systems. She earned a MS in Integrated Digital Media at Polytechnic University and a PhD in Educational Commu- nication and Technology at New York University. Her research focuses on interdisciplinary studies. Her first book is entitled Cases on Interdisciplinary Research Trends in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics: Studies on Urban Classrooms (Information Science Reference, 2013). Her two forthcoming books are entitled Interdisciplinary Pedagogy for STEM: A Collaborative Case Study (Palgrave Macmil- lan) and Technology, Theory, and Practice in Interdisciplinary STEM Programs: Connecting STEM and Non-STEM Approaches (Palgrave Macmillan). c American Society

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lucy Arellano Jr., University of California, Santa Barbara

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Diversity, NSF Grantees Poster Session

Lucy Arellano Jr., Ph.D.,Associate Professor, The Gevirtz School of Education, University of California, Santa Barbara, SantaBarbara, California 93106-9490. email: lucya@ucsb.edu. phone: 805.893.8706. Abstract In the pursuit of enhancing the success of students in science, technology, engineering, andmathematics (STEM) fields, understanding the intricate network of factors influencing theirachievements is crucial. This phenomenological study investigates the multifaceted network offactors influencing the success of students in STEM, with a specific focus on a Hispanic ServingInstitution (HSI) community college in Southern California. Through faculty interviews and studentfocus groups, the

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2000 Annual Conference

Authors

Pamela L. Eddy; David A. Pape

without having solved oneproblem correctly on a test.” Clearly, while the use of final course grades as input toprogram assessment is inviting, further investigation of what comprises the final grade isneeded.There are at least two reasons that there may be no concrete link between course gradesand course objectives. First, after faculty set up (or are handed) objectives for aparticular course, they may not refer back to them while conducting the course, resultingin assignments and tests which may have little to do with the stated course objectives.Secondly, even if the instructor does teach with a view to the course objectives, it is notunreasonable to find students who fail to master one or more of the stated objectives of acourse yet still

Conference Session

New Trends in Computing and Information Technology Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen J. Zilora, Rochester Institute of Technology (CAST); Jim Leone

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Computing & Information Technology

Engineering Education, 2014 A Mature Approach to AssessmentAbstractEducators can tend to focus on teaching rather than student learning. As such, assessing studentoutcomes is perceived as additional work not directly related to their craft and is an occasionalexercise required to meet the demands of program accreditors. This attitude parallels that ofsoftware developers who see the need to deliver a software project on time and on budget assomething that constrains their creative work. The Capability Maturity Model has been adoptedby many software organizations as a framework to help change attitudes and improve thesoftware development process. In this paper we show that the same principles can be applied tothe assessment

Conference Session

Automation, Instrumentation, and Computer Simulations

Collection

2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alamgir A. Choudhury, Western Michigan University; Jorge Rodriguez P.E., Western Michigan University

Tagged Divisions

Energy Conversion and Conservation

are in the area of product development, topology optimization, additive manufacturing, sustainable design, and biomechanics. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2016 A modular system energy efficiency study of hydraulic applications Due to the growing demand for energy efficient products on the market, the investigation ofenergy usage in product lifecycles is becoming an important factor in design processes. Often, thisproblem is addressed by the analysis of energy efficiency of a product already designed along withits subsequent design improvement. The consideration of energy efficiency at an earlier stage addsto the complexity of the design process, but payoff may be significant in terms of

Conference Session

Energy Curriculum Advancements

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Blekhman, Grand Valley State University; Ali Mohammadzadeh, Grand Valley State University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

topics in a fuel cell course will also consume several weeks (probably not in thelisted order) of class time to do a good job. Three to four credit hour courses are used as areference here. There will be an appreciable benefit to an engineering student to learn about fuelcells as a fascinating technology as well as direct alternative to combustion. So how toaccomplish that without introducing a whole new course and diverting significant resources tothis effort? Blending it in the framework of a combustion course just might be the answer. On theother hand, a combustion course would have very little time to spare. This paper outlines whatmaterial to cover about fuel cells in about 3-4 hours of lecture. Not only is this materialbeneficial in terms

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2005 GSW

Authors

Pradeep Bhattacharya; Nikhil Modi; Fred Lacy

. IntroductionTraditionally, students of crystallography, semiconductor physics, and mechanics ofcrystalline materials, have struggled to visualize the complex geometries and structuresassociated with crystals. Pure and doped silicon, diamond, gallium arsenide and othermaterials, are commonly used and studied at electrical engineering departments incolleges and universities throughout the world. Several properties of these materials,especially semiconductors, are dependant on crystal orientation and the direction exposedto thermal, optical or chemical treatment. These crystal structures are comprised ofatoms bonded together in a specific order.Undergraduate students studying the crystallography of silicon are often faced with thetask of visualizing specific planes

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Amy Hurst, UMBC; Shawn Grimes, Digital Harbor Foundation; Darius McCoy, Digital Harbor Foundation; Nicholas Carter, UMBC; William Easley, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Foad Hamidi, University of Maryland, Baltimore County; Gabrielle Salib, University of Maryland, Baltimore County

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

GRANTEE PRESENTATION: Lessons Learned Creating Youth Jobs in anAfterschool Maker SpaceAmy Hurst, University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyShawn Grimes, Digital Harbor FoundationDarius McCoy, Digital Harbor FoundationNicholas Carter, University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyWilliam Easley, University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyFoad Hamidi, University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyGabrielle Salib, University of Maryland, Baltimore CountyIntroductionReal-world problem solving through “Making” is becoming a popular way to engage youth inSTEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education. Making promotes valuableskills including exploration, investigation, and discovery, which engages children in theclassroom and may encourage them to pursue

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2001 Annual Conference

Authors

William Drake; Douglas Walcerz

they were adopted for this pilot study. An engineering technology program must prepare graduates who: 1. demonstrate an appropriate mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of their disciplines, 2. apply current knowledge and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology, 3. conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments and apply experimental results to improve processes, 4. apply creativity in the design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to program objectives, 5. function effectively on teams, 6. identify, analyze, and solve technical problems, 7. communicate effectively, 8. recognize the need for and possess the ability to

Conference Session

COED: All about That Math

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ashish Amresh, Arizona State University; Vipin Verma, Arizona State University; Michelle Zandieh, Arizona State University

Tagged Topics

Diversity

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Computers in Education Division (COED)

depending on the core mechanic employed(narration, quest, skill) which follows traditional game design patterns [16]. We approached thedesign of our games via the application of a skill based method called “burst game” forincorporating the learning mechanic with inquiry orientation. Burst games are designed to bequick, repetitive and skill-based where the design leads to improvement of skill with repetition[17, 18]. The most famous non-educational example of a burst game is Angry Birds and onecould also make the case for the game Tetris to fit this mold.2 MethodsThe games were designed via a participatory approach between computer science students incapstone course sequences working with math education and computer science faculty. Overmultiple

Conference Session

Use of Technology to Improve Teaching and Learning

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margherita Landucci, Liceo Artistico Statale; Fabio Garganego, Municipality of Venice

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Educational Research and Methods

2006-465: TEACHING CHEMISTRY AS A CROSS-CULTURAL SUBJECT: IT &LINGUISTICSMargherita Landucci, Liceo Artistico Statale Margherita Landucci is a graduate in Physical Chemistry of Pisa University. She has worked at CNR (the National Council for Research)in spectroscopy and electrochemistry and taught at Pisa University. She has published works in The Journal of Chemical Society. She is the Italian coordinator of the project "Science and Technology in Society" promoted by The Association for Science Education,UK, and is teaching Phisical Chemistry and Materials Tecnologies at the Liceo Artistico Statale of Venice, Venezia.Fabio Garganego, Municipality of Venice Fabio Garganego is a graduate

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Pedagogical Approaches in Construction Education

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Namhun Lee, Central Connecticut State University; Jacob P. Kovel P.E., Central Connecticut State University; Lee W. Lee, Central Connecticut State University

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Construction

Page 24.161.4in class, web-based interactive discussion boards, or as an open ended, student-led discussion onthe lecture topic in initial minutes of class time. Any misunderstandings or unclear material canbe addressed through additional examples or explanation19. This classtime is usually given toapplication modules where students apply the knowledge to hands-on activities including groupwork, case studies, computations, interactive assessments, or student facilitated workshops underthe supervision of the instructor. A 2012 Educause article likened the flipped classroom to aworkshop or “studio where students create, collaborate, and put into practice what they learnedfrom the lectures they viewed outside class” 20. The main objective of the

Conference Session

Assessment of Student Learning 1

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kevin Rawson, University of California, Riverside; Tom Stahovich, University of California, Riverside

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Educational Research and Methods

given. Rasila et al.7detailed some of the benefits of an onlineassessment tool for engineering mathematics, including improved feedback to students.Similarly, Chen et al.8 showed how lecture content could be guided by electronic conceptualquizzes that were assigned during lecture. This form of student engagement produced asignificant increase in student performance and enabled the professor to rapidly assess students’misconceptions.Van Arsdale and Stahovich9 examined features which characterized the temporal and spatialorganization of students’ solutions to exam problems in a mechanical engineering statics course.These features were then used to predict students’ performance on individual exam problems. Incontrast, we examine features that

Conference Session

Energy Conservation and Conversions for Green Buildings

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert W. Fletcher, Lawrence Technological University

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

, Washington, a Master of Engineering in Manufacturing Systems from Lawrence Technological University, in Southfield, Michigan, and the Master of Science and Ph.D. degrees in Chem- ical Engineering focusing on Electrochemical Engineering, both from the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor. He teaches a number of alternative energy courses and is leading LTU’s efforts to establish a full energy engineering program that addresses both alternative and renewable energy systems, as well as energy conservation and optimization of traditional energy systems. He also is the Director of the Alternative Energy program at Lawrence Tech

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2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Teresa Piliouras; Steffi Crasto; Chinmay Dharap; Pui Lam Yu; Navarun Gupta

, participatorySimultaneously, data breaches, algorithm-driven content citizens in a democracy [5], [6]. Their ideas continue tomanipulation, and persistent security risks expose people to influence modern approaches to reflective, analytical thinking.continuous vulnerabilities. Yet, most individuals lack theknowledge and skills to recognize these dangers, let alone C. The Cognitive Science Revolution: Understandingmitigate them effectively. Thinking Errors Critical thinking, digital literacy, and cybersecurity While early philosophers focused on principles of soundawareness are vital defenses against manipulation, reasoning, modern cognitive

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT) Technical Session 9

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Emil H. Salib, James Madison University

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Computing and Information Technology Division (CIT)

Wireless Security Algorithm Labs for Undergraduate Level Dr. Emil H. Salib, salibeh@jmu.edu, College of Science and Engineering (CISE), James Madison University (JMU), Harrisonburg, VA 228071 IntroductionThe demand for high-speed and secure wireless local area network (WLAN) continues to growexponentially. As a result, the IEEE 802.11/Wi-Fi technology continues to evolve to meet the needsof both the enterprise and home network environments. Wireless security has been a special areaof interest to users, vendors and researchers. One of the most important and recent advancementsis the introduction of Wi-Fi Protected Access 3 (WPA3) personal and

Conference Session

Technical Session 8: Virtual Reality

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maryam Mirabolghasemi, Mississippi State University; Michael Andre Hamilton; Parker Jones, Mississippi State University; David Cole, Mississippi State University; Emily S. Wall , Mississippi State University; Raed Jaradat, Mississippi State University

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Computers in Education

educationcontinues to grow. Benefits of using VR in the classroom include creating hands-on experiencesfor taught concepts and reaching more learning styles in students. This research aimed to createan educational VR environment teaching aid for petroleum engineering students to visually andspatially examine the results of calculated well trajectories. A study to examine the effectivenessof VR was performed on two student groups (VR Aided vs. Non-VR Aided). The researchteam’s goal was to answer if wellbore trajectory quizzes and homework assignment scores wouldbe higher for VR aided students, if VR aided students’ overall cognitive workload would belower than the non-VR aided students in regards to completing the wellbore assignment, and ifthe VR teaching