FGCU have been investigating ways to improve studentperformance in engineering mechanics (statics and dynamics), a required course for studentsmajoring in bioengineering, civil engineering, and environmental engineering. Success in thiscourse is critical to excel in follow-up mechanics courses and upper-level engineering courses.Data has been collected on students’ performance on homework, quizzes and exams, and on thestudents’ thoughts on learning and course delivery. Thus far, it has been concluded that the useof traditional hand-written homework, frequent assessment via quizzes [1] or the PearsonMastering Engineering [2] software for formative assessment did not have a significant impacton students’ performance on exams. It was also
individuals on aparticular topic. This is the definition that will be used in this paper. However, it is well knownthat the phrase "technical standards" has a plethora of interpretations depending on the context ofthe situation and the parties involved. There are company standards that are primarily for internaluse, "de jure" standards that are formally published by standards organizations, agreed-uponcommon practices (e.g., eating with one's mouth closed) that the general public refers to as a“standard”, and many more [1]. The ambiguity in the definition of the word "standard" andengineers' contextual interpretation and historical use of the word adds to the challenge ofstudying, discussing, and applying technical standards.In addition to the
broadly divided into two categories: opticalsorting and mechanical sorting. Optical sorting machines use camera and computer visionalgorithms to identify flavor through color. A CV algorithm uses inputs such as objects andimages/videos from a sensing device such as a camera. It analyzes the image and automaticallyrecognizes color, shape, and size as a human would, but faster. Mechanical sorting machines usea physical mechanism and gates with color sensors to do the sorting; these are typically slowerrate and less accurate.The objectives of the work described in this paper are to 1) develop a low-cost portable gantryrobotic system with computer vision for sorting jellybeans by flavor; 2) design lesson plans andactivities for advanced programing
from 2009 to 2016 and faculty at Purdue University – Indianapolis from 2016 to 2019. He completed a Ph.D. degree in civil engineering, focusing on construction management, from Michigan Technological University in 2008. He has an extensive teaching background with 22 years of the academic experience at five different universities. Students and departments have always praised him for his outstanding teaching and research excellence. He has been involved in numerous professional societies to supplement his teaching and research, including ASCE, ACI, ASEE, ASC, ATMAE, and TRB. His research output has been well disseminated as he has published 100+ journal papers and conference papers. His research interests are 1
integrated, and both provide opportunities for individual skill development byconducting Professional Development sessions across a variety of professional and technicaltopics. This study employs both a quantitative analysis of the utilization of professionaldevelopment and a thematic analysis of student focus groups to investigate differences acrossgenders. This study has implications for a wide range of engineering programs looking to createequitable opportunities for students.IntroductionEPICS and VIP Program HistoryThe EPICS program was founded in 1995 at Purdue University in response to a need forengineering students to gain more practical, hands-on design experience before transitioning intotheir professional careers [1]. EPICS connects teams
, discusses the survey questions, investigatesthe results, and evaluates its impact on student understanding of the equilibrium of rigid bodiesin 3D.BackgroundStatics is a prerequisite course in most engineering disciplines such as mechanical, civil,aeronautical, and even bioengineering [1]. The concepts introduced in the course serve asfoundational knowledge for courses like Dynamics and Strength of Materials. Therefore, it iscrucial for engineering educators to utilize the best strategies that enhance student learning.Danielson and Hinks investigated the perception of Statics educators on the most importantStatics skills and their estimation of students’ proficiency in performing the skills. A skillinventory was created using a multi-step Delphi
) byapplying a text-mining technique. The results conclude that this methodology is useful not only for graspingthe effectiveness of PBL program contents from a cause-effect perspective but is also applicable to othernonstandard teaching methods that cannot be quantitatively assessed with conventional exams.1. Background and problem statement1) Learning outcomes from techno-socio PBLsTechno-socio Project-Based Learnings (PBLs), which are designed from the combination of social issuesand technology-based solution developments through collaborations amongst public sectors, educationalinstitutions, and industries, are a very effective teaching approach for nurturing engineering skillsets andmindsets for those who will become professional engineers in the
labs.IntroductionActive learning approaches are regarded positively and are widely respected as an evidence-based instructional practice, particularly inquiry methods and problem-based learning [1-3].Considerable discussion in physics teaching circles has been devoted to comparing learning in(a) more traditional “verification labs,” where theories are demonstrated physically through well-controlled tests and prescribed procedures and are “in service of theory” and (b)“experimentation labs,” where students are offered a theory along with tools to test that theory asthey see fit [4]. Smith and Holmes summarize a body of research to conclude that “verificationlabs do not measurably add to students’ understanding of the physical models they aim to verify”[4].Air
Paper ID #41044Ten Years of Badge-Based/Mastery Learning for Computer Architecture—LessonsLearnedDr. Peter Jamieson, Miami University Dr. Jamieson is an Associate Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department at Miami University. His research focuses on Education, Games, and FPGAs. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Ten Years of Badge-Based/Mastery Learning for Computer Architecture - Lessons LearnedAbstractTen years ago, we chose to implement a badge-based version of a computer architecture course.We presented a research paper [1] on this
Ph.D. in Educational Policy and Planning from UT Austin.Rachel Porcelli, Society of Women Engineers ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 A Multifaceted Examination of ALWE's Influence on Personal Growth and Leadership in Engineering Academia Introduction Research shows that we need more than a multifaceted approach to achieve gender equity inengineering – we need tailored and personalized responses to tackle specific challenges faced inmale-driven and dominated fields. Numerous research studies suggest that effectiveinterventions highlight the importance of programs that go beyond improving individual skilldevelopment to tackle systemic and institutional barriers [1].Such
societal changes such as in-person universitiestemporarily teaching classes over online platforms [1] and businesses permanently adoptingmore technology and work-from-home models [2]. This work investigates the effects ofCOVID-19-related educational and work environment changes on the development of expertise,decision-making, and intuition in early-career engineering practitioners (fewer than six years ofpost-baccalaureate experience).Expertise is a status held by those who have a large accumulation of knowledge that is leveragedfor quick decision-making, making connections between concepts, and quickly referencingrelevant information [3]. Becoming an expert is thus a combination of collecting knowledge andgaining the ability to use it through
other authors [1] [2] [3].The stressful culture of engineering and engineering education contexts has been reportedelsewhere, including documentation of student suffering and shared hardship or a bootcampmentality [4] [5] [6]. Engineering educational programs have been described as having heavyworkloads, high expectations, rigorous assignments, smart students, and fierce competition forgrades [7] [8] [9]. Stress originating from perceived and experienced exclusion from participation[10] [11], especially for women [12] and people of color [13] has also been reported.In this paper, we continue our work from our recent results [14] that were a partial replication ofJensen and Cross’s [15] approach to studying the ESC of undergraduate level
projects [1]. Well supportedacademic makerspaces provide students with open access to resources that help them developtheir problem-solving skills, provide opportunities for collaboration, increase self-efficacy, anddevelop sense of belonging [2] [3]. Sense of belonging generally relates to self-perceptions of fitwithin a given context [4] [5] and has the ability to positively impact academic achievement andpersistence in STEM [6] [7] [8]. There is evidence to suggest that the presence of a non-intimidating, informal community established within an academic makerspace can potentiallybenefit student sense of belonging [9].Creating an inclusive community within a makerspace that promotes belonging requirespurposeful considerations. Research has
between students’ social lives and their engineeringself-efficacy by answering the following research questions: 1) What is the relationship betweenhomophily and self-efficacy in engineering students? and 2) How does the number and quality offriendships of an engineering student relate to their self-efficacy? A survey was distributed toengineering students at a mid-sized, MidAtlantic University that included Marra’s 2005self-efficacy instrument and also asked about participants’ quality and quantity of friendshipswith fellow engineering students. The survey found that the number of studying friends yieldedthe highest self-efficacy scores among engineering students, while factors such as GPA, gender,and major homophily had little to no effect on
communicating ideas to an audience. Inventioneducation provides a platform for students to identify real-world challenges and devise novel andinnovative solutions, fostering a sense of self-efficacy. Encouraging invention, innovation, andan entrepreneurial mindset helps students become more self-determined and contributes tostudents’ acquiring the skills needed to shape their own future [1].Students’ sense of belonging, psychological safety, and decision-making processes about theirfuture often align with their interests and curiosity, but anxiety can negatively influence theseperceptions. The aim of this study is to examine the constructs of interest and anxiety, withrespect to science and math and specifically to inventing. Prior research efforts in
while also conducting it with partners and collaborators. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 Three Bad Words: Perspectives on the Changing Landscape of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Postsecondary Institutions Jordan Williamson1 and Monica M. McGill2 1,2 Institute for Advancing Computing Education 1 jordan@csedresearch.org 2 monica@csedresearch.org Abstract Research Problem. The U.S. Supreme Court cases and state legislation have forced significant changes to higher-education institutions’ diversity, equity, and
©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 The Implementation and Assessment of the Effectiveness of Peer Teaching Instructional Technique in Lecture and Laboratory CoursesIntroductionPeer teaching is based on Bandura’s social learning theory, Piaget’s cognitive development, andVygotsky’s social constructivist learning theory [1-2], in which knowledge is sociallyconstructed by consensus among peers. The basic principle of peer teaching is that teachingsomething to others is an effective way to learn it [2-3]. Peer teaching involves students acting asboth teachers and learners, assisting each other in gaining knowledge and understanding throughinterdependence [4]. By teaching others, students
. Ann-Perry Witmer P.E., University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign A teaching professor, researcher, lecturer, and professional civil engineer, Ann-Perry Witmer is the architect of the emerging discipline of Contextual Engineering, which merges technical design with societal understanding to improve adoption outcomes. ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 THE INFLUENCE OF PERSONAL EXPERIENCE &IDENTITY ON DESIGN: TEACHING POSITIONALITY TO ENGINEERSINTRODUCTIONFor more than a decade, scholars have called for the engineering profession to shift towards amore socio-technical approach [1, 2]. A majority of undergraduate engineering programs nowrequire social science or
within a 3D environment.Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) can be described as mental neurodevelopmental disorders which includesautism and Asperger syndrome. Children with Autism experience difficulties in social interaction, verbal/non-verbal communication, and repetitive behaviors [1,[2]. Several studies have indicated that autism is a complexdisorder caused by several co-occurring factors [3, 4, 5]. Autistic children face difficulties when learningespecially in traditional classroom based learning. In this context, there is a need to explore alternative andinnovative ways to help autistic children learn. In this paper, the domain of learning is science and engineeringconcepts..The term Extended Reality is used to encompass 3 types of immersive
Paper ID #43960The Impact of In-person Instruction on Student Performance Using a STEMTechnical Design CourseDr. Sarah Rajkumari Jayasekaran, University of Florida Instructional assistant professor ©American Society for Engineering Education, 2024 The impact of in-person instruction on student performance using a STEM Technical Design CourseIntroductionSince the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the Spring of 2020, there has been a completeshift in instructional modalities[1]. The pandemic prompted widespread closures and a rapid shiftto remote learning, compelling instructors to adapt their course
Students' Performance and Beliefs about MathematicsInquiry-oriented (IO) instruction is one of many inductive teaching approaches that relies heavilyon active student learning. However, there are key features that distinguish IO instruction fromactive learning in other classrooms. Traditionally, if students actively participate in a universitymathematics class, it is after an instructor has presented key concepts and procedures. That is,their engagement is that of practice. In an IO classroom, however, students are expected toreinvent mathematics in their quest to solve real-world problems [1]. Therefore, the applicationsprecede and motivate, rather than follow, the theory.In an IO course, students are presented with novel problems; they are not
, and Math (STEM) careers are vital to the success of anadvanced economy [1]. People in STEM jobs represent roughly 1 in 18 workers in the UnitedStates [2]. In addition, workers in STEM earn on average 26% more than those who are notemployed in STEM fields [2]. Despite the large benefits of a STEM career, growth of STEMemployment has plateaued, and many individuals leave those fields after joining [3]. In addition,there is a significant gap between men and women working in STEM-related fields, with menoutpacing women. One potential factor in this gap can be attributed to self-efficacy.A student’s self-efficacy refers to a “Judgement about one’s ability to organize and execute thecourses of action necessary to attain a specific goal” [4, p. 1
encounter after leaving formal education” [1](p.292). This recognizes the informal and largely self-directed nature of lifelong learning. Asdiscussed in previous papers documenting this work ([2], [3]), it is important that undergraduateengineering programs develop effective lifelong learners given their need to take ownership oftheir increasingly unpredictable careers and serve the public good in a landscape of volatility,uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). We focus on the concept of a lifelong learningorientation, or positive disposition towards lifelong learning in terms of motivations (intentionsbehind learning) and approaches (high-level learning techniques).This study takes place at a large Canadian research institution. Our aim is
the challenges of recruitingand retaining engineers in Oklahoma and other underserved communities.Introduction and MotivationNearly forty million students use various social media platforms (SMP) [1] and studentsincreasingly use SMPs on their devices since they are generally available and easy to use [2].Social media users can do different things on various SMPs such as connecting with otherstudents, exchanging helpful links, tagging others in posts, responding to posts by others, andprivately messaging their connections. Currently, the use of SMPs are gaining traction fromeducators and students to connect, team up, and share data [3]. For example, according to a2015 study, students were more likely to use these social media platforms such as
without consideration of existing course content [1].In the second phase of the project, the team reviewed existing courses. The goal of thisundertaking was to review how and when specific knowledge, skills, and abilities are developedand delivered as students currently progress through the program, and to identify gaps betweenexisting and desired program outcomes [1]. A key take-away from the review process ishighlighted below (emphasis added): “The exercise of intentionally reviewing course and program outcomes provided us insight into the program that did not previously exist. We learned, perhaps for the first time, what topics our colleagues are covering in their courses, what approaches and techniques they use in the classroom, and
stress reduction strategies.The results reveal that students had a positive reaction to the activity being implemented in anengineering class and appreciated the discussion about mental wellness in engineering.Additionally, the study revealed information on many stressors faced by students in engineeringprograms. After the conclusion of the activity, over half of the students who participated in thestudy plan on implementing mental wellness strategies into their routines to manage their stress.IntroductionMental wellness is a fundamental aspect of health. Mental wellness is defined as an internalresource that allows for the capacity to manage feelings and behavior [1]. For students studyingin higher education, it is fundamental to develop both
theories, the involvement of religious values,intellectual property and legal liability, employer/employee and mentor/mentee relationships,and employee rights. Under half of the textbooks included sections on ethics in research andeducation/academia. The findings of this study can (1) provide engineering educators insightsabout the current list of thematic topics that fall under engineering ethics, (2) identify gaps inengineering ethics knowledge, and (3) offer a discussion of the opportunities to improveengineering ethics education. To the best of our knowledge, this systematic and comparativeengineering ethics textbook review is the first of its kind.I. INTRODUCTIONEngineers play a vital role in bettering humanity through technological
significant increase from the 17.8% recorded in 2010[1]. However, this growth has not been reflected in the workplace. Between 2001 and 2019, thenumber of women engineers in the workforce only rose from about 10% to 14% [2]. Theunderrepresentation of women is particularly pronounced in mechanical, electrical, and computerengineering, with only 17.5%, 15.6%, and 20.4% of bachelor’s degrees in these fields awarded towomen [1]. Furthermore, women represent only 9%, 10%, and 12% of working engineers inthese respective fields [3].For underrepresented minorities, the statistics are even more dismal. Bachelor’s degrees inengineering awarded to Black or African American individuals have risen only slightly from4.5% in 2010 to 4.7% in 2021 [1]. Hispanics now
research to better understand the influencingfactors for students’ choice in career pathways after graduation. Previous work compiled by hasshown that participation in certain activities, such as engineering internship/co-op andstudy abroad experiences can influence the career path decisions of engineering graduates [1].Extracurricular and co-curricular activities, such as club participation, undergraduate researchand mentorship opportunities, can also be influential to career path decisions [2]. Though it hasbeen noted that different demographics can choose different career pathways, most work hasbeen done to look at gender and not at race[3], [4] . Research has begun to look more at race,though many studies group all underrepresented racial