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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Prathyaj Bharadwaj Mantha, The George Washington University; Janet Mosby

hygiene (WASH) challenges are notspread uniformly throughout the US, but rather, are concentrated in pockets throughout the USdue to historical and ongoing marginalization and disenfranchisement based on recent research[1]. Research indicates that there are six areas in the US that are most affected by limited accessto water: California, because of drought and contamination from chemicals in farm run-offwater; the Navajo Nation in the four corners where Utah, Arizona, New Mexico and Coloradomeet; the Texas colonias (low-income, unincorporated residential areas with informal,substandard housing) along the border with Mexico; the rural South, particularly Blackcommunities in Mississippi and Alabama; Appalachia; and Puerto Rico [2]. Research

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Ying Yu, University of Hartford

through a random signals and noise class Dr. Ying Yu University of HartfordIntroduction: ABET proposed an optional pilot general criteria regarding curriculum for accreditingengineering programs, requiring all engineering programs to include curriculum content that ensuresawareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion for professional practice consistent with the institution’smission.Example 1: For discussions on topics related to joint and Example 2: For discussions on topics related tomarginal probability, and equity issues in AI technology – statistical analysis in digital health and experimental”Racial Discrimination in Face Recognition Tech

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Pooja Thakkar Singh, American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Debra Ann Pothier, Autodesk, Inc.; Anand Sethupathy, American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Geraldine Gooding, American Society of Mechanical Engineers; David Soukup P.E., American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Jarrett Reich, American Society of Mechanical Engineers; Morgan Lamarre, American Society of Mechanical Engineers; James Stewart Warrick

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of this report is to: 1. Summarize findings of all barriers with teaching Industry 4.0hard and soft skills through conducted desk research, faculty interviews, discussion with theAccreditation Board of Education of Technology (ABET), and feedback received from faculty atthe 2023 Autodesk Educator Summer Summit. 2. Provide a step-by-step approach toimplementing an Industry 4.0 curriculum in the classroom, and 3. Provide a recommendation ofthe curriculum and specific content that should be taught and implemented in mechanical andmanufacturing engineering programs.Reducing Time to TalentIndustry-related research reports that there is a need to reduce time to talent. Time to talent isdefined as the time an entry-level employee joins an

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Sofia M Vidalis, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College; Rajarajan Subramanian, Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg, The Capital College

Technology, Civil Engineering Education, Learning Outcomes, Revit, VRSoftware, Artificial Intelligence, Personalized LearningIntroductionVirtual Technology is currently changing the construction industry. There are many programs outthere that can help designers turn their 3D design into a VR-compatible model that can be seenlifelike as a walkthrough. In addition, the industry has been using VR in many ways such as: 1. Communication: speaking with a client or worker off-site 2. Walkthrough: viewing a building designed from the standpoint view and walking through it before it is built. This can enable one to experience what the building will look and feel like and understand the layout. 3. Safety and training: VR is being used in the

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Guangyan Li, The Johns Hopkins University; Kwame Kutten

Paper ID #45122Introducing AI to Pre-College and College Students Through BiomedicalApplicationsGuangyan Li, The Johns Hopkins UniversityDr. Kwame Kutten ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Introducing AI to Pre-College and College Students Through Biomedical Applications 1 1 Guangyan (Molly) Li , Kwame Kutten

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Arman Fard, University of the District of Columbia; Ellia Kiana Asgari, University of the District of Columbia; Hannah Lin, University of the District of Columbia; Luke Wang, University of the District of Columbia; Jingteng Shuai; David Sheng, University of the District of Columbia

Active cooling is the application of air or liquid over a heat source to protect electronicpieces from high temperatures and deterioration. In this experiment, researchers aimed to keepan engine below 80 degrees Celsius for over 7 hours. To keep the electromagnetic actuatorcooled, the metal conducting energy out of the engine must be a good conductor and be able toresist high temperatures. Furthermore, researchers identified that because of the swirl flowpattern of helical channels due to centrifugal forces, more heat is touching more surface area andwill thus optimize cooling. Hence, helical channels are significantly more efficient than straightchannels. To efficiently cool an engine, a metal with the following properties must be used: 1

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Branko S. Bokan, The George Washington University; Joost R. Santos, The George Washington University

modeling, cybersecurity, cybersecurity architecture, cybersecurity capabilities,cyber threat framework, risk, cybersecurity risk, risk management.I Managing cybersecurity riskCybersecurity risk is described as a function of an adverse event (or a scenario), impact, andlikelihood of that event. [1] To fully understand risk, one needs to consider both the threats andvulnerabilities concurrently as for an adverse scenario to occur, a threat needs to exploit avulnerability. Previously, there was no well-documented and accepted methodology that allowedfor proper consideration of the threat component when making risk-based decisions on selectionand deployment of cybersecurity capabilities. The traditional threat modeling methodologieswere hard to

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Daniel Blessner, Pennsylvania State University, Wilkes-Barre Campus

asengineering [1].When a large data set needs to be described, a graph is a convenient way tovisually represent the data. A graph allows key characteristics of the data to beeasily seen, such as increasing and decreasing intervals, and where a transitionfrom one type of interval to the other occurs. This is paramount in calculus.Differential calculus defines these transition points with a tangent line equal tozero slope [2].Graphs also allow one to predict End Behavior of a relation. The End Behavior ofa relation can be easily seen as a horizontal asymptote [3] in the equation todetermine the resistance in a wire. 𝜌𝐿 𝑅

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Esther T. Ososanya, University of the District of Columbia; Devdas Shetty, University of the District of Columbia; Sougre Nonma Flavie Stephanie Rouamba, University of the District of Columbia; koffi Fonzan, University of the District of Columbia; Phillip Wright, University of the District of Columbia

1. K. T. Suhari, H. Karim, P. H. Gunawan, and H.challenging environments. USVs mitigate these risks by Purwanto, “Small rov marine boat foreliminating the need for human presence, making surveys bathymetry surveys of shallow waters -safer and more cost-effective

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Eileen Haase PhD, The Johns Hopkins University; Gyeongtae Sun Moon, The Johns Hopkins University; Meera R Bhat, The Johns Hopkins University

Introductory Biomedical Engineering Course Meera R. Bhat*, Gyeongtae S. Moon*, Angela J. Sadlowski*, Eileen Haase* 1. Department of Biomedical Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, *Co-Primary Authors Abstract Methodology Result Observations & Future PlansThe Effective Teaching and Management of Engineering Teams (ETMET) course Rationale of Each Module s

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Joshua Halpern, Prince George's Community College and LibreTexts; Nadene Houser-Archield, Prince George's Community College; Neeharika Thakur; Scott D. Johnson, Prince George's Community College; Scott A Sinex, Prince George's Community College

they can be improved formatively as instructors work with their classes. On thetechnical side, as new components such as a branded school OER commons, a projectmanagement app and an online homework system become available they can be integrated towork with the ongoing materials. These textbooks have supported past, current and futurecurriculum redesign including a new Associate of Science degree in Chemistry and a plannedone in Physics.IntroductionEngineering and other STEM programs are confronted by students taking substantially more thanfour years to graduate [1, 2]. In the case of community colleges, mismatches with universitycurricula substantially prolong the time to bachelor’s degree graduation and even lead to attrition[3, 4

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Daniel Fisher, The George Washington University; James P Ferguson, The George Washington University; Esha Niraj Patel, The George Washington University; Gujri Ahluwalia, The George Washington University; Joseph Anthony Barbera M.D., The George Washington University; Joost R. Santos, The George Washington University

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interface (GUI)was created for the prototype DSS tool that potential decision-makers could use during casualtyassignment. This tool demonstrates a proactive and time-efficient approach to matching arrivingcombat casualties with adequate HCFs.Introduction:Problem Statement:The National Disaster Medical System (NDMS) is a long-established Federal program thatsupports the movement of patients from a disaster area to an unimpacted region for continuedcare in NDMS-enrolled healthcare facilities (HCFs) [1]. Another major mission for NDMS is fora situation where the United States (US) is involved in an overseas military conflict andexperiences casualties that exceed the capacity of the US military medical system.NDMS-enrolled HCFs would accept these

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Ryan Jacob Forte, Villanova University; Rebecca Goehring, Villanova University; Michael Fogliano, Villanova University; Zuyi Huang, Villanova University

Results•Mental health advocacy and awareness have entered the mainstream of culture and society in Data Organization in R Principal Component Analysis, Hierarchical Clustering & T-tests: recent years [1]. • For each timepoint, subjects were divided into six groups based on age and mental health status. The•Understanding the relationship between individuals' lifestyle choices and their mental well- selected age ranges (shown in Table 2 below) allowed our group to focus specifically on younger people being can provide valuable insights

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Stephanie L. Walkup PE, Villanova University; Shawn P. Gross, Villanova University; Jeffrey Joseph Cook, Villanova University

facilitate understanding of moment of inertia, stress-strainrelationships, flexural behavior, electronic sensors, and coding. Teaching methodologiesimplemented in the course include inquiry-based learning, flipped classroom, hands-on activities,laboratory experiments, and brainstorming in group design sessions. The course supports thefollowing seven ABET program Outcomes with italicized objectives assessed with an end ofsemester survey. 1. an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. 2. an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as

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Gautom Kumar Das, University of Maryland Baltimore County

year, potentially leading to misconceptions due to limited exposure. Toaddress these issues, a teaching technique was implemented that involved graded in-classproblems and role-playing scenarios focused on a ride-share venture. This work outlines theproblem, the pattern of the mistakes, and the interventions. Preliminary results indicate someimprovement in the test score, suggesting potential effectiveness of the interventions. However,significant further analysis and data collection may be necessary to understand the challenge andoffer better solutions.1. INTRODUCTIONEngineering economics is a critical component in senior design courses within chemicalengineering programs. This significance is underscored by ABET's requirement for

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Charlotte Gottilla, University of Delaware

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construction outcomes.Key features of project successStudent ownership of the projectStudents engage with the organization on a voluntary basis, receiving no academic credit forinvolvement, and the group does not have strict attendance requirements. As a result, EWB-UDattracts students who are intrinsically motivated to work on their projects, which is favorable forstudent learning [1] along with being critical to developing a sense of ownership [2]. Becausestudents are involved due to their own interest in the project and pride in the work beingcompleted, their intrinsic motivation is key to situating student leaders rather than facultyadvisors as the project owners [3]. Over the course of their involvement, PMs volunteer time andeffort outside the

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Caitlin Grady, The George Washington University

engineering students? Can coupled ethical-epistemic pedagogy in the classroom influence the development of moral agency in undergraduateengineering students? To what degree does variation in instructor and topic influence the efficacyof coupled ethical-epistemic analysis in undergraduate engineering courses?KeywordsEngineering education, ethics, ethical inquiry, undergraduate, research experienceIntroductionThe imperative to cultivate ethically minded engineers has never been more critical, given theincreasingly complex and global nature of engineering challenges. Despite notable efforts andongoing discussions within the academic and professional communities about the importance ofinstilling ethical behavior in undergraduate engineering education [1

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Stephen McGill Jr, Villanova University; Rebecca McGill, Villanova University

linear constant coefficientODEs? Use a mix of homogeneous and non-homogeneous examples.” After reviewing howChatGPT can generate a set of questions, the instructor followed up with a prompt askingChatGPT to, for instance, “Solve the second example.” ChatGPT would respond with a set ofsteps to be taken to solve the problem, which should prove useful for students. See Figure 1 fortypical chatbot responses to these prompts. Figure 1: ChatGPT provides well-structured example problems (left) and provides solutions to these same problems, when asked (right).Exam PreparationPrior to each exam, students were given a prompt that asked ChatGPT to provide help inpreparing for an upcoming example. The prompts are listed in Table 1

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Fisseha Gebre, University of the District of Columbia; Devdas Shetty, University of the District of Columbia; JIAJUN XU P.E., University of the District of Columbia

Paper ID #44798Educating Undergraduate Students in Theory, Practice and Experience inAdditive ManufacturingDr. Fisseha Gebre, University of the District of Columbia Fisseha Gebre is a postdoctoral researcher in the School of Engineering & Applied Sciences at Center for Advanced Manufacturing in Space and Technology & Applied Research (CAM-STAR) lab in the University of the District of Columbia. He received his Ph.D. in mechanical engineering from Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay (IITB). His current research works include: (1) Parameter optimization and Characterization of powder-based 3D metal printing process

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Roni A. Romero Melendez, University of the District of Columbia; Nian Zhang, University of the District of Columbia; J'niya Butler, University of the District of Columbia; Wagdy H Mahmoud P.E., University of the District of Columbia; Lara A Thompson, University of the District of Columbia

different heart conditions such as heart disease. Heart disease, orcardiovascular disease, is the leading cause of death for men, women, and people of most racialand ethnic groups in the United States, with heart disease responsible for 1 in every 5 deaths inthe United States in 2021 [1]. From 2018-19, the Unites States spent $239.9 billion in health careservices, medicines, and lost productivity due to death [2]. It is estimated that around 17.9million lives are lost worldwide due to heart disease/cardiovascular disease [3]. Understandingthe condition of the heart using ECG signals is not new, however, ECG produces a waveformwhich generates a large amount of data that is difficult to process. Deep learning can be used toexpedite this task and in

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Maxine Fontaine, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Frank T Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science); Ashley Lytle

. Frank T Fisher, Stevens Institute of Technology (School of Engineering and Science)Dr. Ashley Lytle ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Establishing Baseline Measurements of Adaptive Expertise in First-Year STEM StudentsAbstractAdaptive expertise is a construct developed to identify the cognitive skills involved inrecognizing when and how to apply knowledge to successfully solve complex problems. Theframework adopted for this study decomposes adaptive expertise into four distinct constructs: (1)multiple perspectives, (2) metacognition, (3) goals and beliefs, and (4) epistemology.The aim of the study is to establish baseline measurements along the four dimensions of

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ASEE Mid-Atlantic Section Spring Conference

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Gary P. Halada, Stony Brook University; Shyam Lal Sharma Sharma P.E.; Lori Scarlatos; Yi Zhang, Stony Brook University

combines modular“learnshops,” or learning workshops, with gamified learning. The project is invitational inapproach, inclusive of diverse knowledge systems, inquiry-based to engage a diverse body oflearners, and innovative in its application of culturally-informed pedagogies. In Phase 1 (Fall2023), we helped the first cohort of STEM educators explore and apply inclusive pedagogies forredesigning their existing courses, enhancing instruction and assessment, and engaging andmentoring students more effectively.Across higher education, and especially in STEM fields, educators are grappling with a systemiclack of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Universities have not only struggled todiversify their student populations but also to make

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

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2023 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

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Marko V. Lubarda, University of California, San Diego; Alex M. Phan, University of California, San Diego; Maziar Ghazinejad, University of California, San Diego; Nathan Delson, eGrove Education; Saharnaz Baghdadchi, University of California, San Diego; Curt Schurgers, University of California, San Diego; Minju Kim, University of California, San Diego; Josephine Relaford-Doyle, University of California, San Diego; Carolyn L. Sandoval, University of California, San Diego; Huihui Qi, University of California, San Diego

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benefits of peer-enhanced learning, moredeveloped evaluative skills, a greater sense of belonging, improved self-efficacy beliefs, andhigher levels of intrinsic academic motivation. The merging of the two evidence-basedassessment approaches promises a scalable assessment modality hybridizing the pedagogicaldimensions of the former two assessment practices. Our study of students’ surveyed perceptionsabout peer oral exams offers perspectives on the qualities and potential role of peer oral exams ineducational practice and suggests directions for future educational research.IntroductionThe rapidly evolving professional ecosystem of the Fourth Industrial Revolution is placing highdemands on STEM education at an unprecedented rate [1], [2]. Principle

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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Tolga Kaya, Sacred Heart University; Kevin N. Bowlyn, Sacred Heart University

the curriculum was designed and implemented by thinking the best use of thelab facilities and capabilities, mostly in a project-based learning format. A freshmen, junior,and the capstone course experiences are given here as examples.ENGR 125: Engineering ExplorationsThis freshman exploratory course was built around a semester-long project that focused ongo-kart design and prototyping. Students started from the beginning of 2D and 3D design,fabrication using laser cutting, CNC, and 3d printing. Students also worked on electronics,microcontrollers, and foundations of power train, to give them some ideas on a complexengineering system. The semester ended with a time-trial go-kart race on campus (Figure 1).Each week of the class focused on a

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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Susannah GAL, Wentworth Institute of Technology

like Hemo Globin and Myo Globin responding to a job to deliver oxygen to cells.When asked to respond to the case study done in class, students write short (1-2 page) reportsresponding to questions such as how they responded to the clicker-like case, whether or not theyagreed with the judicial panel’s decision (for the trial), what role they played in the environmentalscenario, or by providing a resume for Hemo Globin or Myo Globin for the discussed job. A questionon the final exam allowed the students to reflect on their favorite case and what they learned related tothe course topic. The Case Studies in Science site is a great resource for case studies that can be easilyincorporated into lecture, lab or discussion sections. There are case

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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Lina Kloub, University of Connecticut; Aayush Gupta, University of Connecticut

comprehensive commentary on large language models, includingthe potential benefits and challenges of their application in education. The authors argued thatthese models represent a significant advancement, capable of creating educational content,enhancing student engagement, and personalizing learning experiences. However, challengessuch as biases in output, the need for human oversight, and the potential for misuse underscorethe importance of responsible integration strategies.Baidoo-Anu and Ansah [1] delved into the potential benefits of ChatGPT in promoting teachingand learning. The article highlighted the capacity of ChatGPT for personalized and interactivelearning, generating formative assessments, and providing feedback. Despite recognizing

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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Jessica Dawn Ventura, Endicott College; Rob De La Espriella, Endicott College

notonly accessible to trainees at that level, but that it is an effective way for students to develop andpractice critical thinking in the context of causal analysis. Assessment from both student workand a post-course questionnaire showed progress in the students’ ability to apply critical thinkingto organize information, generate good questions and lines of inquiry, and find deep-seatedcauses. This pilot course is translatable to any college or university due to the ease of access ofthe BlueDragon online material.IntroductionThe World Economic Forum identified analytical thinking and creative thinking as the two mostimportant workplace skills in 2023 [1]. These two skills have traditionally been encompassedwithin the single term, critical

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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John F Drazan, Fairfield University; Emily J. Hangen, Fairfield University

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1 hour to stitch a shirt, while person B takes 1 hour to makea pair of shoes, but 3 hours to stitch a shirt. If they worked apart, without collaborating, it would take 4total hours each for them to get both a pair of shoes and a shirt. If they collaborate to focus on theircomparative advantages (person A makes 2 shirts and person B makes two pairs of shoes) and trade, theyboth get what they need in only 2 hours. Now replace pairs of shoes and shirts with content in engineeringeducation research and hopefully you will see where I am going with this.While I am familiar and can apply different assessment techniques to my own programs, my strengths liein program development and implementation, teaching, and biomedical engineering research. On

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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Samuel A Servati, State University of New York, Canton; PS Dhanasekaran, State University of New York, Canton

college compared to high school. Theworkload is more demanding, requiring a higher level of dedication and time management skills.Additionally, being away from home for the first time can trigger feelings of homesickness,further complicating the transition [1]. Furthermore, the combination of academic pressure andThe challenges of adapting to an unfamiliar environment can take a toll on students’ mental health.Issues like depression and anxiety are not uncommon, and they can significantly impact academicperformance and overall well-being [2].Given these challenges, it's essential for universities to provide comprehensive support services,to help students navigate this critical transition period effectively [4]. By offering resources foracademic

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2024 ASEE North East Section

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Lina Kloub, University of Connecticut

enjoyable and stimulating learning experience.Research supports the notion that interactive and engaging teaching methods positively impactneurodivergent students’ learning outcomes. According to a study by Hume, Loftin, and Lantz(2009) [4], interactive teaching strategies that involve active participation, visual aids, andmultisensory approaches are particularly effective for students with autism spectrum disorder(ASD). When considering the prevalence of neurodivergent conditions, it becomes evident thatthese teaching approaches have substantial relevance. For example, the Centers for DiseaseControl and Prevention (CDC) reports that approximately 1 in 54 children in the United States isdiagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) (Baio et al