Collection

2024 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Grace Burleson; Janet Tsai; Daria Kotys-Schwartz

design methodologies, such as ideation andmodeling techniques, (4) ability to adapt and work professionally, (5) project management andbusiness skills, (6) communication skills, and (7) teamwork skills. Others have classified designcompetencies based on critical stages of design processes: information gathering, problemdefinition, idea generation, evaluation and decision making, implementation, communication,teamwork, and process improvement (Davis et al., 1997). 2 While much effort has gone into studying and improving undergraduate engineeringdesign education, especially within the mechanical engineering discipline, much less work hasbeen

Conference Session

Creative and Cross-disciplinary Methods Part II

Collection

2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Justin L Hess, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Jessica Erin Sprowl; Rui Pan, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Melissa Dyehouse, Purdue University; Carrie A. Wachter Morris, Purdue University; Johannes Strobel, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

their skills to the needs of the humanitariansector, from “helping to establish an effective and sustainable infrastructure to helping providefood, shelter, and improved medical care”. (p.325)24 Additionally, engineers should not developisolated technical solutions but engage in “much wider system strategies that consider and Page 25.520.6address the full sociotechnical context of humanitarian problems”. (p.326)24 Likewise, Valleroand Visilind see empathy as a virtue that guides engineers to become more socially responsible.25There are engineering organizations that focus on the humanitarian efforts of engineering. Forexample, “Engineers without

Conference Session

Construction Engineering Division: Career Preparation

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jonathan Robert Gomes, Roger Williams University; Amine Ghanem, Roger Williams University; Christina Marra, Roger Williams University; Gabriella Elisabeth Cruz, Roger Williams University

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Diversity

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Construction Engineering Division (CONST)

proposal/quotation stage until projects were awarded. Dr. Ghanem’s current research interests focus on alternative project delivery methods for public infrastructure projects investigating Public-Private Partnerships (P3) models that are available in other countries and how it can impact the existing practice in the United States. Since joining Roger Williams University, Dr. Ghanem focused his interest on creating, developing and reshaping new and existing heavy civil courses as a result of the increasing students’ and industry demands. Dr. Ghanem is the recipient of many teaching and education awards. The award list includes receiving the Regional and International Outstanding Educator awards, the Excellence in

Conference Session

International Division (INTL) Poster Session

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Md Sakib Ullah Sourav, Shandong University of Finance and Economics, China; Cristina Diordieva, Nanyang Technological University; Ribhav Galhotra, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore; Shahid Md. Asif Iqbal, Premier University, Chattogram, Bangladesh

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International Division (INTL)

perspective on the need for a robust engineering education system in society.Dr. Cristina Diordieva, Nanyang Technological University Cristina Diordieva is currently the Project Coordinator for the World MOON Project. She was a Post- doctoral Research Fellow in the joint medical school (LKCMedicine) at Imperial College London in the UK and Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. She is a co-author of a report published by the World Health Organization (WHO) in Switzerland. Her research interests include educational technology, online learning, digital health, and language massive open online courses (L-MOOCs).Ribhav Galhotra, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Ribhav Galhotra is a bachelor’s student

Collection

1996 Annual Conference

Authors

Tsung-chieh Tsay; Richard E. Larew; Fabian C. Hadipriono

’ } 1996 ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings ‘.,.,H#l,~ IReferences1. Nunnally, S. W., (1993). Construction Methods and Management, Third Edition, 1993, Regents/Prentice Hall, pp. 1.2. NSC (1981). Accident Facts, National Safety Council, Chicago, IL3. TBR. (1990). “Improving Construction Safety Performance,” A Construction Industry Cost Effectiveness Project Report, The Business Roundtable, Report A-3 1990, New York, NY, 10166.4. NSC (1991). Accident Facts, National Safety Council, Chicago, IL5. Walker, A. C., (1981), “Study and Analysis of the First 120 Failure Cases,” in Structural

Conference Session

Curriculum and Assessment III

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rosa Maria Castro Fernandes Vasconcelos, University of Minho; Victor F. A. Barros, University of Minho; Luis Alfredo Martins Amaral P.E., University of Minho; Emilia Rodrigues Araújo, University of Minho; Isabel Ramos, University of Minho

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Diversity

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Computing and Information Technology

study cycles in Textitle Engineering and Engi- neering and Industrial Management, in the 1st cycle course of Design and Fashion Marketing, and also in the 2nd cycle courses of Fashion Design and Communication, Textile Chemistry, Advanced Textiles and Design and Marketing. Head research and research member of several R&D projects, has presented as main author or co-author many dozens of scientific journal papers and communications in international conferences. President of the Pedagogical Council of the School of Engineering since 2011 and Vice-Dean of School of EngineeringVictor F. A. Barros, University of Minho Victor F. A. Barros, Ing.-Paed IGIP (ORCID 0000-0002-7318-8257) is Researcher Fellow at Algoritmi

Conference Session

Aerospace Technical Session 3

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hüseyin Sarper, Old Dominion University; Linda Vahala, Old Dominion University

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Aerospace

) learn aboutrockets in general, 7) become excited about engineering and space exploration and be less likelyto drop out of engineering or college in general.These educational goals above were either accomplished or it is too soon to tell as in the case ofgoal 7 that seeks to improve retention. Team reports show that goals 1, 3, 4, and 5 wereaccomplished at various levels that ranged from fair to excellent. Teams were required to meetwith the instructor and/or the graduate assistant to go over draft versions. Anonymous exitsurvey taken on the last day of classes indicates that a majority (72%) of the students felt thisproject was a very good learning experience for all goals above. Project and coursework relatedportions of the student course

Conference Session

Misconceptions

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Karla L. Sanchez, Purdue University; Alejandra J. Magana, Purdue University, West Lafayette; David Sederberg, Purdue University; Grant P Richards, Purdue University, West Lafayette; M. Gail Jones, NC State University; Hong Z Tan, Purdue University

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Educational Research and Methods

high school and college students3-5. Likewise, research has shown that students havealternative conceptions about abstract physical concepts that often are not congruent withscientific facts6-9.The present study focuses on investigating the impact of visual simulations coupled with haptictechnology, specifically targeted to electromagnetism concept learning. The research questionsfor this study are: 1. What are freshmen electrical engineering technology students’ understandings of fundamental electromagnetism concepts? 2. Can students improve their conceptual understanding of electromagnetism concepts after being exposed to visual and visuohaptic simulations? 3. Are visuohaptic simulations more effective as

Conference Session

Design Realization

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathryn Jablokow, Pennsylvania State University; Katja N. Spreckelmeyer, Stanford University, Dept. of Psychology; Jacob Hershfield; Max Hershfield, Stanford University; Carolyn McEachern, Stanford University; Martin Steinert, NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology); Larry Leifer, Stanford University, Center for Design Research

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Design in Engineering Education

. Jablokow is the architect of a unique 4-course mod- ule focused on creativity and problem solving leadership and is currently developing a new methodology for cognition-based design. She is one of three instructors for Penn State’s Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on Creativity, Innovation, and Change, and she is the founding director of the Problem Solving Research Group, whose 50+ collaborating members include faculty and students from several universities, as well as industrial representatives, military leaders, and corporate consultants.Dr. Katja N Spreckelmeyer, Stanford University, Dept. of PsychologyJacob HershfieldMax HershfieldCarolyn McEachern, Stanford University Carolyn McEachern is a third year undergraduate

Conference Session

Best Practices in Research & Assessment Tools for Pre-College Engineering Education

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ibrahim H. Yeter, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Anastasia Marie Rynearson, Campbell University; Hoda Ehsan, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Abeera P. Rehmat, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Annwesa Dasgupta, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis; Barbara Fagundes, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Muhsin Menekse, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Monica E. Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Pre-College Engineering Education

University.Dr. Annwesa Dasgupta, Indiana University-Purdue University, Indianapolis Dr. Annwesa Dasgupta is a postdoctoral researcher with the STEM Education Innovation and Research Institute. Her primary role at SEIRI is to facilitate the SEIRI seed grant program (SSG) that serves as a grant competition for innovative pedagogical implementations by STEM faculty at IUPUI. Her research interests include biology education as well as integrated STEM research. In addition to overseeing the SSG program, she closely works with faculty on research-based implementation of CUREs (course based undergraduate research) as a model in the biology department. Dasgupta received her PhD in biology ed- ucation research from Purdue University

Conference Session

Lightning Talk - Empowering Students and Strengthening Community Relationships

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Juan C. Lucena, Colorado School of Mines

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Diversity

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Community Engagement Division (COMMENG)

locally led development: Methods and strategies for Colombia and beyond.AbstractPart of the movement represented by Engineering for Change (E4C) and Engineering to Help(ETH) [1], humanitarian engineering (HE) education programs have grown in the US for morethan 20 years and exist in different forms such as majors, minors, certificates, courses, projects,field trips, study abroad opportunities, EWB-type volunteering activities, and graduate programs[2]. One of the most salient challenges that these programs face is avoiding colonizing andextractive practices by building relationships with communities and universities abroad that arelong-lasting, trusting, effective, reciprocal for all parties, and attentive to

Conference Session

Capstone Design II

Collection

2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mason Webster, Brigham Young University; Daniel Korth; Owen Carlson, Brigham Young University; C. Greg Jensen, Brigham Young University

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Design in Engineering Education

real engineering applications. Also, students are able to participate in professionalactivities such as writing technical papers, submitting patents, and holding design reviews. Allthese activities occur in a classroom atmosphere under instructor supervision. The companies thatare able to collaborate with these students on these projects also enjoy the ability to observepotential employees prior to actually hiring them. They typically also retain the rights to anyintellectual property produced by these students during the duration of their capstone courses.Traditional Capstone Design Course LimitationsCapstone design courses are not without their limitations, however. Typically, small businessesare most interested in participating in capstone

Collection

2025 Rocky Mountain Section Conference

Authors

Abigail Neering; Mitchell Keck; Julia Reyna; Natcin Sorensen; Travis Price; Randy Hurd

) incorporatesappropriate engineering standards and multiple constraints, and 2) is based on the knowledge andskills acquired in earlier course work” (Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs, 2022 –2023, n.d.). The typical goal of projects like these is to have students apply fundamentalengineering theory (Mueller, 2002), and develop new skills that will benefit them in their futurecareers (Landis et al., 2024) (Forsberg et al., 2024). Students are often given the assignment tocreate a useful product, system, or analysis that showcases their engineering knowledge andskills and are then evaluated by their instructors or engineering professionals (Bechara, 2024). Inaddition to completing the project, students are required to work in teams, create and

Conference Session

Retention and Persistence in Engineering

Collection

2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Maria-Isabel Carnasciali, University of New Haven; Amy E Thompson, University of New Haven; Terance Joshua Thomas, University of New Haven

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Educational Research and Methods

individual perceives barriers to entering oradvancing in that career. Perceived barriers include internal factors (such as confidence in abilityto manage the difficult situations that may arise) and external factors (such as ability to obtainstudent loans).Choice of Major in STEM FieldsA major focus area in engineering education research has been improving the levels of retention,persistence, and recruitment of engineering students. Reasons for students to enter engineeringprograms include the influence of family, high school teachers, and peers; previous success inmath and science courses; and interests in the career track as stated by Seymour & Hewitt.8 Thelarge-scale study investigated relationships between choice of a science, math, or

Collection

2025 Northeast Section Conference

Authors

Jun Zhang; Peter Cavanaugh; Dan Tenney

the guidance of NIST AI Risk Management Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) [1], or many years,Framework, an AI security management strategy and Vygotsky’s students have contended with invasive technologies in schools.sociocultural theory, a transformative pedagogy, this study These have included student monitoring software, remoteexplores how AIOEP can mitigate the risks and concerns proctoring tools, learning management systems, cameras, facialintroduced by GenAI in academia while cultivating both students recognition, and biometric systems. AI detection software is aand educators the effective and ethical use of GenAI. new, dangerous tool added to this list. Tools like

Conference Session

Advancing Robotics Education: Frameworks, Platforms, and Teacher Preparation for K-12 Engagement

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jennifer Jill Kidd, Old Dominion University; Kristie Gutierrez, Old Dominion University; Min Jung Lee, University of North Dakota; Danielle Marie Rhemer, Old Dominion University; Krishnanand Kaipa, Old Dominion University; Pilar Pazos, Old Dominion University; Stacie I Ringleb, Old Dominion University; Orlando M Ayala, Old Dominion University; Francisco Cima; Isaac Koduah Kumi, Old Dominion University

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

and an M.E. in Mechanical Engineering. His research interests are in biomechanics and biomechanical modeling and simulation. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2025 A Deep Dive in Preservice Teacher Self-Efficacy Development for Teaching Robotics (RTP)Abstract: Nationwide K–6 engineering and coding standards have made it increasinglyimportant to prepare elementary preservice teachers (PSTs) to teach these subjects confidentlyand effectively. Robotics, which combines coding and engineering, provides a rich context fordeveloping PSTs’ expertise and self-efficacy. This study builds on prior work in which PSTs inan instructional technology course collaborated with

Conference Session

Reviewing Methods for Educational Research

Collection

2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Alfa Satya Putra, Purdue University, West Lafayette ; Jason Morphew, Purdue University, West Lafayette ; Li Tan, Arizona State University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

notmake any claims about the value of such an approach, nor do we evaluate the effectiveness orappropriateness of the methods used by the authors of these studies. An example of this ourcategorization scheme is found in Miska et al’s. (2022) article. We categorized this article asquantitative because the authors emphasized quantitative analyses and, from our perspective, thethematic analyses appeared to generate categories largely to engage in quantitative comparison. For articles coded as qualitative research, no further categorization was conducted. Mixedmethods and quantitative articles were further coded into standard quantitative research, meta-analyses, measure development, and assessment validation. In this study, standard

Conference Session

Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM) Technical Session 19

Collection

2024 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lucas J. Wiese, Purdue University ; Alejandra J. Magana, Purdue University

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Educational Research and Methods Division (ERM)

something newfrom this one-class-period intervention. Students were receptive to the design of the activityitself; reflecting on the role of dilemma-based decision-making and transitioning from individualintuitive reflection to deliberative peer discourse was helpful. Moreover, the effects of students’peer discussions were in line with the literature, showing that even when students learn newinformation and improve their reasoning, they are not inclined to change their minds from theirinitial intuitive judgment. Also, this project has warranted more work from these authors thatfocuses on the distillation of this learning design to form an adaptable pedagogical frameworkbased on the same founding principles of the SIMDE conceptual framework. As a

Conference Session

Engineering Management Curriculum

Collection

2002 Annual Conference

Authors

Ken Vickers; Ronna Turner; Greg Salamo

desired characteristics in newly hired technologists, including first and foremost theacademic competency demanded by the technology job position. But they follow this need fortechnical competency with a need for proficiency in operational and interpersonal skills, skillsthat allows technologists to apply their academic training in an efficient manner in today’s hightech work environments.In the field of technical decision-making, it was felt that technical proficiency will not besufficient to assure that future scientists and engineers make proper decisions, or to even assurethat they are successful in their personal careers. They must also be able to work effectively inareas outside of their technical expertise, as they are no longer allowed to

Conference Session

Engaging and Empowering K-12 Students through Collaborative STEM Projects and Inclusive Outreach

Collection

2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vanessa Blas, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Joshua E. Katz, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Molly H Goldstein, University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign; Tamara J Moore, Purdue University at West Lafayette (PWL) (COE); Greg J Strimel, Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University – West Lafayette; Morgan M Hynes, Purdue University – West Lafayette (College of Engineering)

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

attention and assistance [17], while working-class children are encouraged to solveproblems independently, leading to a developing a sense of constraint with authoritative figures[18]. These studies reflect on the challenges that can hinder student participation in their learningenvironments.Gender is a significant factor when discussing group work. The effects of gender diversity onteams depend on the context, but including women in team collaboration and performancesgenerally has improved intelligence, social sensitivity, and conversation equity [20]. Increasingwomen’s participation in STEM fields can foster better processes and team productivity.Inclusivity in collaborative learning environments would encourage students to participate

Conference Session

Architectural Engineering Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rania Al-Hammoud, University of Waterloo; Andrea Jonahs, University of Waterloo; Vaishnavi Pasalkar, University of Waterloo

target areas for improvement in the curriculum. This resulted in several publications in this educational research areas. Dr. Al-Hammoud won the "Ameet and Meena Chakma award for exceptional teaching by a student” in 2014 and the "Engineering Society Teaching Award" in 2016 and the "Outstanding Performance Award" in 2018 from University of Waterloo. Her students regard her as an innovative teacher who continuously introduces new ideas to the classroom that increases their engagement.Vaishnavi Pasalkar Miss. Vaishnavi Pasalkar is a 3A Architectural Engineering student at the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada. As an undergraduate student, Miss. Pasalkar is passionate about learning, constantly seeking new

Conference Session

Engineering Libraries Division Technical Session 1

Collection

2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Crystal L. Renfro, Kennesaw State University; Lori J. Ostapowicz Critz, Worcester Polytechnic Institute

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Engineering Libraries

primary area of coverage has been Biomedical Engineering, she has also served as liaison for Civil & Environmental Engineering and Chemical Engineering. c American Society for Engineering Education, 2018 How to be a Subject Specialist When You Aren’t: Engineering Librarianship for the Non-Engineer    BackgroundAsk any library manager with an open engineering librarian position and they will tell you thatrecruitment is challenging. While there are over 150 engineering branch libraries across theUnited States [1] and Hackenberg’s [2] survey found that 72% of sci-tech librarians indicatedthat a course in sci-tech librarianship was offered at their graduate school, the

Conference Session

ETD Internet of Things (IOT)

Collection

2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jay R. Porter, Texas A&M University; Joseph A. Morgan, Texas A&M University; Michael Johnson, Texas A&M University

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Engineering Technology

“Disaster”) Robot. This four-wheeled, differential steering robotincludes a Texas Instruments LaunchPad microcontroller, wireless networking and a phone appto allow the user to control the robot remotely. Both the Krisys and DSTR robots continue to beused and improved through lab and capstone projects. The team also brings teacher enhancement experiences to the project. Faculty haveparticipated in teacher and curriculum development workshops hosted by the College ofEngineering, the College of Education, and local groups involved with preparing math andscience teacher to integrate more technology and engineering into their high school courses. Finally the research team has experience in all three of the primary areas associated

Conference Session

First-year Programs Division Technical Session 2: Design in the First Year: Challenges and Successes

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

DeLean Tolbert, Engineering Education, Purdue University; Monica E Cardella, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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First-Year Programs

students learn from more hobby-based experiencesor learning may occur when they are given a problem to generate a solution. They might testtheir solution and improve until a proper solution is found [12, 13]. While other students may beexposed to engineering tasks in science or mathematics courses, where they are taught toapproach the problem using a scientific method or by using a more linear “plug and chug”process [14]. In some instances, students may have been exposed to the importance of teamworkand collaboration when solving engineering tasks [15]. These experiences may be had duringparticipation in a STEM based afterschool club, such as First Robotics [16]. In these experiences,students learn about how people with different skills work

Conference Session

Make It!

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eric A. Kennedy, Bucknell University; Nathan P. Siegel P.E., Bucknell University; David E Cipoletti, Bucknell University

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Manufacturing

at Brown University where he earned a MS in applied mathematics and a PhD in engineering in 2011. His major course of study at Brown was solid mechanics and his minor courses of study were materials science and applied mathematics. His dissertation studied deformation mechanisms of magnesium and aluminum alloys during tensile straining at elevated temperatures. Since 2011, David has worked as an visiting assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Bucknell University. Page 26.1118.1 c American Society for Engineering Education, 2015 MAKER: Product Development in

Conference Session

Cooperative & Experiential Education Division Technical Session 3

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Chip W Ferguson, Western Carolina University; Paul M Yanik, Western Carolina University; Guanghsu A. Chang, Western Carolina University; Sudhir Kaul, Western Carolina University

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Diversity

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Cooperative & Experiential Education

different disciplines (electrical, mechanical, etc.) to work in anenvironment that reflects how engineers work in the real world. Our vertical integration methodenables sub-cohorts from different years to work together on different stages of projects in a PBLsetting. The objectives of the SPIRIT program will ensure an interdisciplinary environment thatenhances technical competency through learning outcomes that seek to improve critical skillssuch as intentional learning, problem solving, teamwork, management, interpersonalcommunications, and leadership.Support for the student scholars participating in this program incorporates several existingsupport services offered by the host institution and school, including a university productdevelopment

Conference Session

First-Year Programs Division Technical Session 7: The Transition from High School to College

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Robert W. Whalin, Jackson State University; Qing J Pang, Jackson State University

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First-Year Programs

rates for SEEP students could be partiallyinfluenced by the positive effects of the community of engineering learners mentoringencouraged by the SEEP program rather than exclusively due to exposure to College Algebraand Trigonometry courses. We have not attempted to try to isolate the contributions of each tothe increase in SEEP graduation rates. We are gratified by the 20+% increase in graduation ratesfor SEEP participants regardless of mathematics/mentoring relative contributions. I ampersonally confident both contribute to the success. However, Non-SEEP first year students arealso highly encouraged to join engineering clubs and become a part of the community ofengineering learners. The SEEP program is composed 100% of students from our state

Conference Session

FPD7 -- Service Learning

Collection

2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Thompson, Purdue University; William Oakes, Purdue University

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First-Year Programs

include framing science in its social context; stressing general educationalgoals, including communication, in engineering education; employing cooperative,interdisciplinary approaches; and undertaking problems with a “holistic, global scope” 7,8,9.Research that has been conducted suggests that many of the same factors are relevant forattracting and retaining minorities10,11,12. A pedagogy which integrates all of these aspects andhas proven to be effective in enhancing learning is service-learning.Sue Rosser, Dean of Ivan Allen College at Georgia Tech, challenged the American Society forEngineering Education during her address as a Distinguished Lecturer at the 2002 ASEE AnnualConference to rethink the way in which STEM students learn as a

Conference Session

Pedagogical Innovations in Laboratory Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger A. Beardsley, Central Washington University; Charles O. Pringle, Central Washington University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

AC 2011-838: MACHINE DESIGN LAB: USING AUTOMOTIVE TRANS-MISSION EXAMPLES TO REINFORCE UNDERSTANDING OF GEARTRAIN ANALYSISRoger A Beardsley, Central Washington University Roger Beardsley is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Technology program at Central Washington University in Ellensburg, WA. He teaches courses in energy related topics (thermodynamics, fluids & heat transfer), along with the second course in the undergraduate sequence in mechanical de- sign. Some of his technical interests include renewable energy, appropriate technology and related design issues.Charles O. Pringle, Central Washington University Charles Pringle is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Technology

Conference Session

College-Industry Partnerships Division Technical Session 2

Collection

2019 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Faye R. Jones, Florida State University; Marcia A. Mardis, Florida A&M University/Florida State University; Divya Pahuja, Florida State University

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College Industry Partnerships

and rural northwest also enjoy theseeconomic benefits, likely the result of several state initiatives and legislation.1.2 Manufacturing ChallengesOne of the top challenges for the industry is in recruiting students into what they perceive is anunattractive field. In a recent interview, an instructor from a Florida Advanced ManufacturingState College program said that “we have scholarships from the local lumber company for localhigh school students to take these courses and receive a degree for free, and I can never fill all ofthe slots they give us [8].” Similarly, the Manufacturing Leadership Council [9] announced thatAmericans still believed that manufacturing was vital to the country’s economy, but that the vastmajority “still wouldn’t