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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies - Mechanical Engineering Labs

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2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jackie Starks, Tennessee State University; Fletcher Ray Hendrickson, Tennessee State University ; Fatemeh Hadi, Tennessee State University ; Matthew J. Traum, Engineer Inc

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Paper ID #17941Miniaturized Inexpensive Hands-On Fluid Mechanics Laboratory Kits forRemote Online LearningMr. Jackie Starks, Tennessee State University Jackie Starks is a senior level undergraduate student enrolled in the College of Engineering at Tennessee State University majoring in Mechanical Engineering. Although Mechanical Engineering is his main area of study, Jackie also has a vested interest in working to advance the field of engineering education. In addition to working with Engineer Inc, he is going to be involved in robotic research to broaden his engineering knowledge. His ultimate goal is to found an

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2-Year College Division: Collaboration Between Institutions

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

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Jared Ashcroft, Pasadena City College; Jillian L Blatti, Pasadena City College; Marcial Gonzalez, School of Mechanical Engineering, Purdue University; Melanie T. Hacopian, California State University, Long Beach; Danyal Nicole Pereyda Cave; Isabel Bojanini; Esteban Bautista, California State University, Northridge; Veronica I. Jaramillo, Pasadena City College

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Diversity

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Two-Year College

Paper ID #30177Early Career and Remote Undergraduate Research Experiences as Catalystsfor More Impactful Community College STEM OpportunitiesDr. Jared Ashcroft, Pasadena City College Jared Ashcroft graduated with a BS in Chemistry from Long Beach State in California and subsequently attended Rice University, where he worked for Dr. Lon J. Wilson, developing carbon based nano-bio immunoconjugates for use in medical applications. After earning his doctorate in Chemistry from Rice, he moved to Berkeley California to work in Dr. Carolyn Larabell’s National Center for X-ray Tomogra- phy at the Lawrence Berkeley National

Conference Session

Active learning in BME, Session II

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2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John R Clegg, University of Texas, Austin; K. R. Diller, University of Texas, Austin

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Biomedical Engineering

Paper ID #23026Evolution of Biomedical Engineering Students’ Perceptions of Problem Solv-ing and Instruction Strategies During a Challenge-Based Instruction CourseMr. John R Clegg, University of Texas, Austin John R. Clegg is a Ph.D. candidate and NSF Graduate Research Fellow in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin. He received his B.S. in 2014 and M.S.E in 2016 from the University of South Carolina and University of Texas at Austin, respectively, both in Biomedical Engineering. He received an M.A. in STEM Education from the University of Texas at Austin in 2018. His

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Student and Other Views on Engineering Leadership

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Yazmin Montoya, LEAD; Aaron Eduardo Pacheco Rimada, University of Texas, El Paso; Erwin Ignacio Delgado, Univerity of Texas, El Paso ; Isaiah Nathaniel Webb; Meagan R. Kendall, University of Texas, El Paso

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Engineering Leadership Development Division

Paper ID #11725Developing Leaders by Putting Students in the Curriculum Development DriverSeatMiss Yazmin Montoya, LEADMr. Aaron Eduardo Pacheco Rimada, University of Texas at El PasoErwin Delgado, Univerity of Texas at El PasoIsaiah Nathaniel Webb,Dr. Meagan R. Vaughan, University of Texas, El Paso Dr. Meagan R. Vaughan received her PhD from The University of Texas at Austin where her research focused on the design of a low-cost, volume adjustable prosthetic socket. Now an Assistant Professor at The University of Texas at El Paso, she is helping develop a new Engineering Leadership Program to help students to bridge the gap

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NSF Grantees’ Poster Session

Collection

2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Stephen J Krause, Arizona State University; Dale R Baker, Arizona State University; Terry L. Alford, Arizona State University; Casey Jane Ankeny, Arizona State University; Adam R Carberry, Arizona State University; Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University; Bill Jay Brooks, Oregon State University; Cindy Waters, North Carolina A&T State University; Brady J. Gibbons, Oregon State University

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NSF Grantees Poster Session

Paper ID #12319Effect of Implementation of JTF Engagement and Feedback Pedagogy OnFaculty Beliefs and Practice and on Student PerformanceDr. Stephen J Krause, Arizona State University Stephen Krause is professor in the Materials Science Program in the Fulton School of Engineering at Arizona State University. He teaches in the areas of introductory materials engineering, polymers and composites, and capstone design. His research interests include evaluating conceptual knowledge, mis- conceptions and technologies to promote conceptual change. He has co-developed a Materials Concept Inventory and a Chemistry Concept Inventory

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Women in Engineering Division: Retention of Undergraduate Students

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2015 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Elaine Zundl, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Laura Stiltz, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Helen M. Buettner, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

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Diversity

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Women in Engineering

Paper ID #13149Understanding the Relationship between Living-Learning Communities andSelf-Efficacy of Women in EngineeringMs. Elaine Zundl, Douglass Residential College, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Elaine Zundl is Assistant Dean at Douglass Residential College and Director of the Douglass Project for Rutgers Women in Math, Science, and Engineering. She specializes in designing programs that pro- mote an inclusive climate for women in STEM at Rutgers. Her experience includes serving on projects that recruit and retain women in engineering and computing especially through co-curricular learning interventions

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering Division: Evaluation: Exploring the Impact of Programs & Professional Development for K-12 Teachers

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2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Anthony Steven Brill, New York University; Colin Hennessy Elliott, New York University; Jennifer B. Listman, New York University ; Catherine E Milne, New York University; Vikram Kapila, New York University

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division

Paper ID #15165Middle School Teachers’ Evolution of TPACK Understanding through Pro-fessional DevelopmentMr. Anthony Steven Brill, New York University Anthony Brill received his B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno, in 2014. He is currently a M.S. student at the NYU Tandon School of Engineering, studying Mechanical Engineering. He is also a fellow in their GK-12 program, promoting STEM education. He conducts research in the Mechatronics and Controls Laboratory, where his interests include using smart mobile devices in closed loop feedback control.Colin Hennessy Elliott, New York

Conference Session

Opening Up: Data, Open Access, and Open Educational Resources

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2020 ASEE Virtual Annual Conference Content Access

Authors

Leena N. Lalwani, University of Michigan; Paul F. Grochowski, University of Michigan; Jamie M. Niehof, University of Michigan; Craig E. Smith, University of Michigan

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Engineering Libraries

Paper ID #29302Library Facilitation of eTextbooks in Engineering Classes: StudentAdoption & PerceptionMs. Leena N Lalwani, University of Michigan Leena Lalwani is an Assistant Director, Engineering & Coordinator for Engineering & Science collec- tions at the Art, Architecture and Engineering Library (AAEL) at the University of Michigan. She is also the liaison Librarian for Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Naval Architecture and Marine Engi- neering and Entrepreneurship. Leena has been a librarian at University of Michigan since 1995 in various ranks. Prior to joining University of Michigan, Leena has

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What's New in the Mechanics of Materials?

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2007 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie Linsey, University of Texas-Austin; Austin Talley, University of Texas--Austin; Daniel Jensen, U.S. Air Force Academy; Kristin Wood, University of Texas-Austin; Kathy Schmidt, University of Texas-Austin; Rachel Kuhr, University of Texas-Austin; Saad Eways, Austin Community College

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Mechanics

Spectrum of Active Learning Activities in Engineering Mechanics Keywords: Active learning, hands-on activities, learning styles, Myers-BriggsAbstractThe introduction of active learning exercises into a traditional lecture has been shown to improvestudent learning. Hands-on learning opportunities in labs and projects provide a primaryapproach in the active learning toolbox. This paper presents a series of innovative hands-onactive learning activities for mechanics of materials topics. These activities are based on aMethodology for Developing Hands-on Active Learning Activities, a systematic approach forefficient and effective activity development, and were robustly evaluated at three institutions ofhigher learning. These

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Civil Engineering Division Poster Session

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2013 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Natalya A. Koehler, Iowa State University; Charles T. Jahren P.E., Iowa State University

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Civil Engineering

Paper ID #6826Development of a Framework for the Online Portaion of a Hybrid Engineer-ing CourseDr. Natalya A. Koehler, Iowa State University Dr. Natalya A. Koehler has a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instructional Technology and Human Computer In- teraction. Dr. Koehler is currently the post-doctoral research associate in Iowa State University’s College of Engineering-Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering.Dr. Charles T. Jahren P.E., Iowa State University Dr. Charles T. Jahren is the W. A. Klinger teaching professor and the assistant chair for Construction Engineering in the Department of Civil

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Problem-based and Challenge-based Learning

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech; Marie C. Paretti, Virginia Tech; Brett D. Jones, Virginia Tech; Philip R. Brown, Virginia Tech

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Educational Research and Methods

AC 2012-4055: HOW PROBLEM-BASED LEARNING AND TRADITIONALENGINEERING DESIGN PEDAGOGIES INFLUENCE THE MOTIVATIONOF FIRST-YEAR ENGINEERING STUDENTSDr. Holly M. Matusovich, Virginia Tech Holly Matusovich is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education. Matusovich earned her doctoral degree in engineering education at Purdue University. She also has a B.S. in chemical engineering and an M.S. in materials science, with a concentration in metallurgy. Additionally, Matuso- vich has four years of experience as a consulting engineer and seven years of industrial experience in a variety of technical roles related to metallurgy and quality systems for an aerospace supplier. Matuso- vich’s research interests

Conference Session

New Methods and Tools

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2010 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Gerhart, Lawrence Technological University; Donald Carpenter, Lawrence Technological University; Melissa Grunow, Lawrence Technological University; Katie Hayes, Lawrence Technological University

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation

and integrate entrepreneurial (and leadership) education across thecurriculum.The goal of KEEN is to make entrepreneurship education opportunities widely available atinstitutions of higher learning, and to instill an action-oriented entrepreneurial mindset inengineering, science, and technical undergraduates. The network is limited to private institutionswith ABET accredited engineering programs and is by invitation only. As of January 2010,KEEN has grown to include twenty institutions across the U.S. The KEEN program providesaccess to vital resources for building quality entrepreneurship education programs that engageengineering and technical students including grants, faculty fellowships, capacity buildingworkshops, networking opportunities

Conference Session

Addressing the NGSS, Part 3 of 3: Supporting High School Science Teachers in Engineering Pedagogy and Engineering-Science Connections

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

J. Jill Rogers, University of Arizona; Beau R. Vezino, University of Arizona; James C. Baygents, University of Arizona; Jeffrey B. Goldberg, University of Arizona

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

Paper ID #9622ENGR 102 for High School: An Introduction to Engineering, AP type coursetaught in high schools by high school teachersMs. J. Jill Rogers, University of Arizona J. Jill Rogers is the program coordinator for ENGR 102 HS at the University of Arizona. ENGR 102 HS is an AP type, college level, introductory engineering course offered to high school students. Over the years Jill has developed K-12 science summer camps, conducted K-12 educational research, developed engineering curriculum for formal and informal education venues, and developed robotics outreach pro- grams for children’s museums and K-12 schools

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K-12 and Pre-college Engineering: Educational Policy and Research

Collection

2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mitchell Nathan, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Greg Pearson, National Academy of Engineering

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

Paper ID #8974Integration in K–12 STEM Education: Status, Prospects, and an Agenda forResearchProf. Mitchell Nathan, University of Wisconsin-Madison Mitchell J. Nathan is Professor of Educational Psychology, Curriculum & Instruction, and Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and Director of the Center on Education and Work. His work explores the cognitive, embodied and social processes involved in learning and instruction in STEM ed- ucation. Prof. Nathan received his Ph.D. in experimental (cognitive) psychology. He holds a B.S. in electrical and computer engineering, mathematics and history. He has

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Emerging Trends in Engineering Education Poster Session

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2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Andrew Gerhart

from simple reasoning about teaching. If one wanted toteach someone how to ski, then lecturing about the principles of skiing is not enough. Thestudent should actually ski. Similarly, to teach a student how to do engineering requires morethan lecturing about the principles of engineering – the student should actually engage inengineering. There are many publications presenting the accolades of DBT projects at bothcollege and high school levelse.g., 9, 10, 11. DBT projects are excellent tools to teach engineeringstudents who have spent time gaining a technical background and foundation, however DBT Page 10.855.2 Proceedings of the 2005

Conference Session

Student Teams and Active Learning

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2003 Annual Conference

Authors

Daniel Raviv; Rosalyn Berne

minimizing harm, which are common features of ethical dilemmas in theprofessions of modern engineering. This paper introduces the Eight Dimensional Methodology for Innovative Thinking(the Eight Dimensional Methodology), for innovative problem solving, as a unifiedapproach to case analysis that builds on comprehensive problem solving knowledge fromindustry, business, marketing, math, science, engineering, technology, arts, and daily life.It is designed to stimulate innovation by quickly generating unique “out of the box”unexpected and high quality solutions. It gives new insights and thinking strategies tosolve everyday problems faced in the workplace, by helping decision makers to seeotherwise obscure alternatives and solutions. Dr

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2001 Annual Conference

Authors

Warren Phillips; Joseph Clair Batty; John Gershenson; Christine Hailey

course substitutions and technical electives. Theformal curricular review process is detailed below. However, faculty often receive informalfeedback from students and colleagues. If the lines of communication remain open, the formalreview process should allow for informal, “bubble up” input at any time. Since the purpose ofthis paper is to concentrate on the process of curricular review, we have omitted significantdiscussions on how to develop a process that fits our department and the first time work of Page 6.25.3 Proceedings of the 2001 American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference & Exposition

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2001 Annual Conference

Authors

Leslie Crowley; Ray Price; Jonathan R. Dolle; Bruce Litchfield

Session 2793 Engineering Emotional Intelligence: Course Development and Implementation Leslie Crowley, Jon Dolle, Bruce Litchfield, Ray Price University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignAbstractThis paper describes Engineering Emotional Intelligence (EEI), a course developed andimplemented in the College of Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign(UIUC) in Fall 2000. Part of an overall college effort to encourage the development ofintrapersonal (self-knowledge) and interpersonal (ability to understand and interact successfullywith others) skills

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Creative and Cross-disciplinary Methods Part II

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2012 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sarah E. Zappe, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Melissa Marshall, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Enrique D. Gomez, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Esther Gomez, Pennsylvania State University, University Park; Angela D. Lueking, Pennsylvania State University, University Park

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Liberal Education/Engineering & Society

need fora new type of engineer who is aware of environmental and human relationships.3 “Working withothers, in this country and around the world, to understand and formulate problems, engineersare immersed in the environment and human relationships from which perception of a problemarises in the first place.”Although these and other papers state the importance of developing engineers who have anunderstanding of the societal impact of technology and engineering implementations, mostcourses within the traditional engineering curricula have not been changed to meet these needs,still primarily focusing on acquisition of technical skills without discussion of the impact onsociety, people, or the environment. Engineering students may be unaware of

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2010 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

Christopher C. Ibeh

assembling, 3D networking, robotics, etc. Thefourth generation, molecular nanosystems, circa 2015 – 2020, includes molecular and sub-atomic designed devices20-22, etc.The objectives of this paper are to discuss: the current trends, challenges, opportunities andemerging markets of nanotechnology. The current trends in nanotechnology are highlightedvia the relevant literature approach. The different types of nanomaterials are explored, andtheir associated challenges including safety are specified; the mechanisms for overcomingthese challenges are proposed. The nanotechnology research and education at Pittsburg StateUniversity and partner institutions are utilized to illustrate some of the emerging opportunitiesand markets at the nanoscale.Relevant

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2024 ASEE North Central Section Conference

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Mohammed Ferdjallah, Marshall University; Asad Salem, Marshall University

Paper ID #44611Modeling and Simulation Analysis of Coal Fly Ash Compounds Settling inWest VirginiaDr. Mohammed Ferdjallah, Marshall University Dr. Mohammed Ferdjallah is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Electrical Engineering at Marshall University. Dr. Mohammed Ferdjallah received his PhD degree in Electrical and Computer and MS degree in Biomedical Engineering from The University of Texas Austin. He also received his MD degree from the International University of the Health Sciences. He has a multidisci- plinary expertise in image & signal processing, computational modeling, and

Conference Session

TAC/ABET Related Outcome Based Assessment Methods and Models

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mitchell L. Springer, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Mark T. Schuver, Purdue University, West Lafayette, College of Technology; Michael J. Dyrenfurth, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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Engineering Technology

in Technology1.0 - AbstractWhat is the long-term experience of Master’s degree graduates after completing an acceleratedweekend masters degree program (WMP)? This paper shares the results of a longitudinal follow-up study of nearly 300 professionals, most from business and industry, who graduated fromPurdue University’s Center for Professional Studies in Technology and Applied Research(ProSTAR) programs. This cohort-based set of programs employs a hybrid classroom anddistance-supported, innovatively-delivered graduate degree (MS) in technology. An onlinesurvey collected the data and cross-tabulation and frequency analysis identified the findings.Consequences; with respect to career experiences, advancement and salary; are reported

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An Examination of Methods to Enhance Transfer Student Enrollment, Retenion, Persistence, and Outcomes

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David B. Knight, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education; Inger M. Bergom, University of Michigan; Brian A. Burt, University of Michigan; Lisa R. Lattuca, University of Michigan

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Two Year College Division

Paper ID #9141Multiple starting lines: Pre-college characteristics of community college andfour-year institution engineering studentsDr. David B Knight, Virginia Tech Department of Engineering Education David Knight is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Engineering Education and affiliate faculty with the Higher Education Program at Virginia Tech. His research focuses on student learning outcomes in undergraduate engineering, interdisciplinary teaching and learning, organizational change in colleges and universities, and international issues in higher education.Ms. Inger M Bergom, University of Michigan Inger

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Curricular Issues in Computing and Information Technology Programs II

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2014 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Reneta Davina Lansiquot, New York City College of Technology; Ashwin Satyanarayana, New York City College of Technology; Candido Cabo, New York City College of Technology/CUNY

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Computing & Information Technology

Paper ID #8722Using Interdisciplinary Game-based Learning to Develop Problem Solvingand Writing SkillsDr. Reneta Davina Lansiquot, New York City College of Technology Reneta D. Lansiquot is Associate Professor of English and Assistant Director of the Honors Scholars Program where she earned her first degrees, an A.A.S. in Computer Information Systems and a B. Tech in Computer Systems, New York City College of Technology, City University of New York. She earned her Ph.D. in Educational Communication and Technology at New York University after completing her M.S. in Integrated Digital Media at Polytechnic University (now The

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Scaling Impactful Pre-College STEM + C Programs: Lessons from Transportation, Technology, and Engineering Camps

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gabriella Marie Luna, University of The Incarnate Word, GEMS Program; Stephanie Gray, University of the Incarnate Word; Michael Frye, University of the Incarnate Word

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Diversity

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Pre-College Engineering Education Division (PCEE)

Paper ID #47962Inspiring Young Minds: Translating Advanced STEM Technology for HighSchool Students for College and Workforce Readiness within the GEMS ProgramsGabriella Marie Luna, University of The Incarnate Word, GEMS Program Gabriella Luna is an undergraduate student studying Mechanical Engineering with a concentration in Mechatronics at the University of the Incarnate Word. She conducts research in the Autonomous Vehicles and Systems (AVS) Lab and was awarded the UIW MSE Department’s Excellence in Engineering Research Award. Gabriella is a core member of the QCardinals autonomous vehicle competition team, which earned the

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ENT-3: Transforming Engineering Curriculum through Entrepreneurial Approaches

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joshua Gargac, Ohio Northern University; Shuvra Das, University of Detroit Mercy; Kurt M Degoede, Elizabethtown College; Sara A. Atwood, Elizabethtown College

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Diversity

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Entrepreneurship & Engineering Innovation Division (ENT)

Paper ID #46590Mastery-Based Learning Inspires Persistence and Growth Through FailureDr. Joshua Gargac, Ohio Northern University Joshua Gargac is an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Ohio Northern University in Ada, OH.Dr. Shuvra Das, University of Detroit Mercy Dr. Shuvra Das started working at University of Detroit Mercy in January 1994 and is currently Professor of Mechanical Engineering. Over this time, he served in a variety of administrative roles such as Mechanical Engineering Department Chair, Associate Dean for Research and Outreach, and Director of International Programs in the college of

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ECE-Cybersecurity and Quantum Technology Education

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2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mehzabien Iqbal, The University of Toledo, OH, USA; Md Abdus Samad Bhuiyan, Purdue University Northwest; Ahmad Y Javaid, The University of Toledo; Quamar Niyaz, Purdue University Northwest; Sidike Paheding, Fairfield University

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Diversity

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Electrical and Computer Engineering Division (ECE)

Paper ID #48357Secured Communication in the Physical Layer: An Interactive Module forEnhancing Cybersecurity Education in Next-Generation Wireless CommunicationsMehzabien Iqbal, The University of Toledo, OH, USA Mehzabien Iqbal is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at the University of Toledo, under the supervision of Dr. Ahmad Y. Javaid, with a research specialization in Physical Layer Security for wireless communication systems. Her academic interests are centered around advanced communication technologies and security frameworks, leveraging methodologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement

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2011 Pacific Southwest Section Meeting

Authors

strictlyorganized to provide students four primary activities during each class period: technical lecturesfrom the AE instructor, writing and presentation lectures from the COM instructor, teammeetings led by the design team leader, and open work time.The first objective of this paper is to detail the configuration of AE 421 as a team-taught seniorcapstone course. First, team teaching will be defined and its benefits in an engineering educationcontext will be described2. Benefits to student communication skills, particularly documentationand conflict negotiation skills, will specifically be addressed. Then, the segmentation of eachclass meeting into four primary activities will be discussed, as will the nature of these primaryactivities; a rationale for

Conference Session

Design Projects

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2006 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Schultz, University of North Dakota; William Semke, University of North Dakota; Douglas Olsen, University of North Dakota; Arnold Johnson, University of North Dakota; Ofer Beeri, University of North Dakota; George Seielstad, University of North Dakota

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Design in Engineering Education

academic year.This paper is organized as follows. Section 2 describes the REU Site management team andparticipants, as well as requirements for personnel selection. Systems engineering concepts areintroduced in Section 3, with the actual projects and participant accomplishments presented inSection 4. Lessons learned with respect to REU Site recruiting, team management, project scope,schedule, and budget are outlined in Section 5, with a summary presented in Section 6.2. REU Site InformationThe University of North Dakota received a three-year National Science Foundation ResearchExperiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site award in May 2002: Project Title: “REU Site: Engaging Undergraduates in Multidisciplinary Remote Sensing and Image Analysis

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Engineering Education Research and Assessment I

Collection

2005 Annual Conference

Authors

Susan Mosborg; Robin Adams; Rebecca Kim; Monica Cardella; Cynthia Atman; Jennifer Turns

containment device). Sessions were conducted atthe participant’s workplace or in our laboratory. The “one model” task was given after theplayground task and before the flood task. In addition to being asked to think aloud as they readthe “one model” description, participants were prompted to comment on it in relation to howthey had just solved the playground problem. We also present results from three other tasks administered during the last part of thedesign session. These were given in the form of a written questionnaire (see Appendix B). Thefirst task, labeled “Your Illustration of Design,” asked participants to: “Use this paper to create apicture or representation of what you think the process of design is.” The second task (adaptedfrom