Conference Session

NSF Grantees Poster Session

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Yeary, University of Oklahoma; Robert Palmer, University of Oklahoma; Kevin Kloesel, University of Oklahoma; Tian Yu, University of Oklahoma; Kent Johnson, University of Oklahoma; Mike Biggerstaff, University of Oklahoma; Phil Chilson, University of Oklahoma; Guifu Zhang, University of Oklahoma

Conference, 2002.[21] P. Ryadby Backer and S. Bates, “Introduction to product design and innovation: a cross-disciplinary mini-curriculum,” Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference, pp. 1-10, 2005.[22] J. Frolik and T. Keller, “Wireless sensor networks: an interdisciplinary topic for freshman design,” Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference, pp. 1-7, 2005.[23] W. Perry, V. Barocas, and D. Clough, “Implementing computational methods into classes throughout the undergraduate chemical engineering curriculum,” Session 3613, pp. 1-9, Proceedings of the ASEE Annual Conference, 1999.[24] B. Mauldin, T. Reed-Rhoads, “Measuring cognitive and affective performance in a statistics course that uses online computer statistics modules,” pp. 1

Conference Session

Marketing Engineering to Minority Students

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rafic Bachnak, Texas A&M International University; jack esparza, Texas A&M University Corpus Christi

Tagged Divisions

Minorities in Engineering

presentation, “Space Exploration-AnAstronaut’s Perspective,” was held on November 16, 2006 and was attended by morethan 100 people. The guest speaker also visited the Early Child Development Center(ECDC) on November 17 where he talked to students and answered their questions. Fig.1 shows two pictures taken at these events. Fig. 1 (a) The audience at the presentation (b) The speaker addressing ECDC studentsThe second presentation, “NASA Careers and the Future of the Space Program,” washeld on April 16, 2007. More than 100 people attended this presentation. The speakeralso participated in evaluating a presentation on April 17th by students preparing tocompete in the “Students Today, NASA Tomorrow

Conference Session

STEM Pipeline: Pre-College to Post-Baccalaureate

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Julie Trenor, University of Houston; Olga Pierrakos, James Madison University

Tagged Divisions

Educational Research and Methods

following category list of gains wereidentified: (a) thinking and working like a scientist, (b) “becoming a scientist,” (c)personal/professional gains, (d) clarification/confirmation of career plans, (e) enhancedcareer/graduate school preparation, and (f) other gains and skills. The findings showed a highlevel of agreement between students (92%) and faculty (90%) that the undergraduate researchexperience was highly beneficial2. Although the work of Seymour and colleagues revealedfindings pertaining to attitudes toward graduate school and research, as well as confidence levelsand other gains in skills, the number of engineering student participants was limited to a smallnumber.Most recently, one of the more extensive studies on assessing the

Conference Session

Graduate Education in Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Joseph Mainoo, Bowling Green State University; Sri Kolla, Bowling Green State University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

ViveL'ingénieur. Montreal, Quebec: ASEE Conference.9. Mainoo, J, (2006). A study to establish a masters degree in electronics and computer technology at the BowlingGreen State University, Masters Project, Bowling Green State University, Ohio.10. Mohammed, T., Yang, B. (2005). Issues in Hands-on Online Graduate Programs in Information Technology. InProceedings on The Changing Landscape of Engineering and Technology Education in a Global World. Portland,OR: ASEE Conference.11. National Science and Technology Council (2005). Forces of Global Change. Retrieved November 8, 2005, fromhttp://www.technology.gov/reports/techni/techtoc.htm.12. Ohio Labor Market Information (2006). Ohio Job outlook to 2012. Retrieved July 5, 2006 fromhttp://lmi.state.oh.us/.Price

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education & Industry

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Donald Keating, University of South Carolina; Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina; Joseph Rencis; Eugene DeLoatch, Morgan State University; Mohammad Noori, North Carolina State University; Edward Sullivan, California Polytechnic State University; David Woodall, Oregon Institute of Technology; Norman Egbert, Rolls-Royce Corporation; David Quick, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Albert McHenry; Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Samuel Truesdale, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Timothy Lindquist, Arizona State University; Harvey Palmer, Rochester Institute of Technology; Joseph Tidwell, Arizona State University Polytechnic; Mark Smith, Rochester Institute of Technology; Duane Dunlap, Purdue University; Mark Schuver, Purdue University; Edmund Segner, University of Alabama at Birmingham; Stephen Tricamo, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Barry Farbrother, University of New Haven; Ken Burbank, Western Carolina University; Carla Purdy, University of Cincinnati; Randall Holmes, Caterpillar Inc.

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

industrynor does it reflect the modern practice of engineering and the engineering method forthe deliberate generation, development, and innovation of new, improved, and breakthrough technology[See Appendix A, B].One size graduate education doesn’t fit all.Excellence in basic research and excellence in engineering practice for world-class technologydevelopment & innovation are two very different pursuits with different purposes and methods; requiringtwo different types of education at the graduate level.The National Collaborative is focusing on two primary questions: First, can an effective system of professionally-oriented engineering graduate education be created in the United States for further developing the nation’s engineering

Conference Session

New Ideas for ChEs I (aka ChE Potpourri)

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Franklin King, North Carolina A&T State University; Shamsuddin Ilias, North Carolina A&T State University

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

ground is observedto be 37°11'. The observer walks 35 m directly away from point A and the flagpoleto point B and finds the new angle to be 25°43'. The height of the flagpole is mostnearly(A) 32 m (B) 47 m (C) 85 m (D) 110 m Chemistry Review QuestionIf 38 ml of an H2SO4 solution are required to neutralize 56.0 ml of a 1.5 N NaOHsolution, the molarity of the solution is(A) 0.96 M(B) 1.11 M(C) 2.22 M(D) 4.85 M Math 2 Quiz Problems (first 3 of 15 shown)1. What is the polar form of the complex number z = 3 + 4i ? (A) z = 3 + 4i (B) z = 5e−53.21i (C) z = 5e−0.927i

Conference Session

Assessing the Efficacy of Non-traditional Programs

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Lanny Griffin; Daniel Walsh, California Polytechnic State University; Robert Crockett, California Polytechnic State University; Robert Szlavik, California Polytechnic State University

Tagged Divisions

Continuing Professional Development

course is evident to those who wish to review to program.Periodic evaluation of the program is necessary to ensure quality and that program goals arebeing maintained. We use the thesis/project as one direct measure metric for assessing thequality of the experience. Our MS evaluation rubric is shown in Tables 1 and 2.Table 1: Evaluation criterion for MS Thesis/Project. A) Clearly defines the relevant problem. Document is well organized, clear, and competently B) written. C) Document provides a contribution to the state of the art. D) Document demonstrated originality. Page 13.142.7 E) Shows evidence of technical depth and

Conference Session

FPD9 - First Year Learning & Assessment

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2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jim Chamberlain, Clemson University; Lisa Benson, Clemson University

Tagged Divisions

First-Year Programs

wasdiscussed, the primary motivating factors both to enter and to leave engineering, andwhat appeals to them about their new majors. We have analyzed over 400 of these ExitSurveys over a four-year period to examine correlations between gender, choice of newmajor, reasons for leaving, and the impact of different program resources. The study alsodemonstrates how the survey results can inform and enhance the different aspects of afirst year engineering program.Survey responses show that students vary in their levels of a) understanding therobustness and diversity of engineering as a profession, b) comprehending the need forthe foundational concepts presented by math, physics and chemistry, and c) willingnessto immerse one’s self in a difficult course of

Conference Session

Professional Graduate Education & Industry

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Roger Olson, Rolls-Royce Corporation; Randall Holmes, Caterpillar Inc.; Donald Keating, University of South Carolina; Thomas Stanford, University of South Carolina

Tagged Divisions

Graduate Studies

play a vital role in the transformation ofengineers into leaders .To meet this challenge, the National Collaborative Task Force is evolvinga series of preliminary guidelines for engineering graduate education reform to develop aprofessionally oriented graduate education to enhance the innovative capacity of the U.S.Engineering Workforce in industry (see Appendix B). Engineering leaders must be developedthat will guide engineers that will innovate new designs, leading to products that will meet whatthe customer wants and needs. Management styles are needed that will encourage, notdiscourage innovation, and will meet the basic human needs of the engineers. From theorganizational beliefs of McGregor and the human motivation needs as defined by

Conference Session

Factors Affecting Minority Engineering Students

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sherri Frizell, Prairie View A&M University; Felecia Nave, Prairie View A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Minorities in Engineering

of the ACM, 47(7).4. Fleming, L., Engermann, E., & Griffin, A. (2005). Persistence in Engineering Education: Experiences of First Year Students at a Historically Black University. In Proceedings of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Annual Conference and Exposition, Portland, Oregon.5. Seymour, E. & Hewitt, N. M. (1997). Talking about Leaving: Why Undergraduates Leave the Sciences. Boulder, CO: Westview Press.6. Brainard, S., & Carlin, L. (1998). A Six-year Longitudinal Study of Undergraduate Women in Engineering and Science. Journal of Engineering Education, 87(4).7. Marra, R., Bogue, B., & Schuurman, M. (2005.) They Come and They Go -- An Instrument for Assessing Why

Conference Session

Service - Learning Projects

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mansour Rahimi, University of Southern California; Alex John, USC

Tagged Divisions

Environmental Engineering

AC 2008-785: KEY EXPERIENCES IN DEVELOPING A SUSTAINABLE WATERDISTRIBUTION AND FILTRATION PROJECT IN RURAL HONDURAS: A NEWPARADIGM IN “SERVICE LEARNING”Mansour Rahimi, University of Southern California Epstein Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering, Viterbi School of EngineeringAlex John, USC Page 13.826.1© American Society for Engineering Education, 2008 Key Experiences in Developing a Sustainable Water Distribution and Filtration Project in Rural Honduras: A New Paradigm in “Service Learning”Abstract The University of Southern California chapter of “Engineers Without Borders

Conference Session

Innovations in ECE Education III

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Sheng-Jen Hsieh, Texas A&M University; Yuan-Teng Cheng, Texas A&M University

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

3B 5B 7B 9B B A 9A 7A 5A 3A 1A 11 11

Conference Session

The Latest in Improving Learning in ChE Students

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Silverstein, University of Kentucky

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

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Conference Session

Statics and Dynamics: What's New?

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kazem Abhary, University of South Australia

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

joint, say, Ana = angular position of the force at joint, say, Aoi = coefficient of friction between link i and the foundationo ij = coefficient of friction between links i and j Esi = angular-position of position-vector Ri depicting link iyi = angular velocity of link iEaa = acceleration vector of joint, say, AEai = acceleration vector of the centroid of link iE E EA = force at joint A (joint-force A . Similarly joint-force B at joint B etc.)E EAi = component of joint-force A along link iEfi = inertia-force vector of link ifi

Collection

2008 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

E. Carl Greco; Jim D. Reasoner; Ronald E. Nelson

contributors to a student's performance onthe laboratory final exam. The two factors that were found to be significant were (a) the student's gradein the Electric Circuits II lecture course and (b) the student's active participation as a “builder-tester”during the weekly laboratory exercises. The only factor that significantly and independently contributedto the students laboratory skills and knowledge base was the latter. The results of this study indicate thatstudents must be fully engaged in the fundamental laboratory exercises to thoroughly and properly learnthe skill and knowledge required to apply them in basic circuit analysis applications.BackgroundThe Electrical Circuits Lab course at Arkansas Tech University is an introductory laboratory

Conference Session

Engineering Ethics IV

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

David Cottrell, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Ethics

rigidstandards in a variety of real-world situations. Essays testified to the student awarenessand their intent to follow commonly accepted ethical practices in the workplace. Thefollowing discussion presents the individual scenarios and the student responses. Page 13.762.5 Situation #1 dealt with honesty in the workplace. The scenario described asituation where the student missed a day of work because they had partied too hard thenight before. Then the next day, during a meeting, their supervisor inquired why theyhad not been at work. The possible responses included A. They should explain to their supervisor that they were ill. B. They

Conference Session

The Latest in Improving Learning in ChE Students

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Richard Zollars, Washington State University; Christopher Hundhausen, Washington State University; Jonathan Brown, Washington State University

Tagged Divisions

Chemical Engineering

given material and energy balanceproblem, (b) develop accompanying systems of equations, and (c) solve for theunknowns. Students were told that we were interested in how they approached the solution tothe problem rather than the solution itself. They were encouraged to discuss theirapproach so that we could follow their logic as the solution was developed. The studentswere allowed to work for 45 minutes before a 15 minute debriefing period.Observations Our review of the recordings made it clear that there was one area in which all ofthe groups had difficulties: translating the problem statement into a chemical processdiagram and set of mathematical expressions. None of the groups was able to puttogether a correct process flow

Collection

2008 ASEE Midwest Section Conference

Authors

Dan Cernusca; Douglas R. Carroll

Integrating Online Instructional Tools in a Large Engineering Course: An Exploratory Study Dan Cernusca, Douglas R. Carroll Missouri University of Science and Technology - RollaAbstractDuring the past two years a Mechanics of Material course was offered with two enrollmentoptions for lectures: a) face-to- face attendance in classroom; and b) online participation, eitherlive or delayed (recorded) via streamed recorded lectures. Two online instructional tools wereintroduced to support the described format of this course. First tool, the Webex11 onlineconferencing tool was used for the synchronous online delivery of the lectures as alternative tothe face-to

Conference Session

Engineering for Nonengineers: Ideas & Results

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Vince Bertsch, Santa Rosa Junior College

Tagged Divisions

Technological Literacy Constituent Committee

intended as illustrative suggestionsonly.1. Energy and Power A. Refrigerators B. Thermostats C. Light bulbs D. Microwave ovens E. Solar cells F. Fuel cells G. Turbines H. Nuclear power plants I. Electrical power grid J. Petroleum processing infrastructure2. Medicine A. Prosthetics B. Insulin pumps C. Heart pumps D. X-ray machines E. CT and MRI imagers F. Medical diagnosis systems G. Medical information systems3. Transportation A. Bicycles B. Segways C. Automobiles D. Mag-Lev trains E. Space shuttle F. Highway systems G. Ocean shipping system4. Agriculture A. Grapevine trellis B. Archimedes screws C. Irrigation sprinklers D. Well pumps E. Fertilizer F. Waste

Conference Session

Instructional Methods and Tools in BME

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ann Saterbak, Rice University; Tracy Volz, Rice University

Tagged Divisions

Biomedical

poster’s visual appeal, including appropriate size and style of font. CPRforces all responses to instructor-entered evaluation statements to be on either a two-point scale(yes or no) or a three-point scale (A/B/C). The final statement requires a holistic rating between1 and 10. We considered statements 1-14 to rate technical content and poster design andstatement 15 for an overall evaluation (see Results). Seven of the statements prompt students forfeedback, a written justification of the assigned score.Table 1. CPR Evaluation Statements for BIOE 342 Poster Module. Statements 1-14 probeparticular aspects of technical content and poster design. Statement 15 is the overall evaluation

Conference Session

Hardware Descriptive Language Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Harry Franz, University of Houston-Downtown

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

board with the Automation Direct programmablelogic controller in figure 1-B is a “brick” logic controller shown with input, output, and wiring.The gear factory has initiating device detectors for fire signatures that include smoke, high-heat,chemicals, and flames that use a UV detector. The factory has notification appliances thatinclude horns and sirens for local alarms, general alarms, and evacuation alarms. The logic isperformed by the controller program created by the students for inputs, logic, timing, outputs,and other functions. The program made by the students uses mnemonic statements.Fire Detection, Alarm and Evacuation System for Office Building ProjectA student group LabVIEW project is shown in figure 2-A. This project has been made

Conference Session

Engineering in Middle Schools

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Quincy Brown, Drexel University; William Mongan, Drexel University; Dara Kusic, Drexel University; Elaine Garbarine, Drexel University; Eli Fromm, Drexel University; Adam Fontecchio, Drexel University

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

the problem to completion. Each letter score in Table I corresponds to a numeric score. A score of A corresponds to 16points for using an efficient technique to complete the problem, a score of B corresponds to8 points for using an efficient technique but not finishing the problem, a score of C is worth4 points for using less efficient mathematical technique, and scores of D and E are worth nopoints for either making a mechanical error or for being off-task. As there were three questionson each test, the total possible score is 48. TABLE I E NCODING AND EXPLANATION OF THE SCORING FOR PRE - TESTS AND POST- TESTS Coding Explanation (A

Conference Session

Teams and Teamwork in Design I

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rudolph Eggert, Boise State University

Tagged Divisions

Design in Engineering Education

either MS-A or ES-A. Then after each student reviewed his own averages, he was asked tosuggest ways in which he could improve them. These were entered in the “Comments B” box.Most of the comments were positive and thoughtfully introspective. Most were optimistic abouthow well their team was operating. Page 13.141.17 Table 8. Sample of student comments from the mid-semester (MS) and end-of-semester (ES)teamwork evaluation reports.Student Period Comment MS-A Team is very good. No problems. It seems as though my average is lower than the group average. It looks like some

Conference Session

Statics and Dynamics: What's New?

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mina Hoorfar, University of British Columbia Okanagan; Homayoun Najjaran, University of British Columbia Okanagan; William Cleghorn, University of Toronto

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

classroom to demonstratethe “undercutting problem,” which is a complicated design problem that typically puzzles thestudents. Both examples begin with an undercut condition, which is detected automatically in theCamDesign program. Subsequently, appropriate changes are suggested by the program that areused to resolve the undercut design.Example 1 - The first example involves a flat face translating follower. The design requirementsin terms of geometrical and kinematic properties of the cam and follower mechanism are shownin Table 1. Fig. 2(a) shows the resulting cam profile, and Fig. 2(b) is the warning messagegenerated by the program that reports the undercutting problem and provides a solution forresolving the undercut design.Table 1 – Design

Conference Session

Collaborative & New Efforts in Engineering Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Andrew Kornecki, ERAU; Thomas Hilburn, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott; Wojciech Grega, AGH; Jean-Marc Thririet, LAG; Miroslav Sveda, BUT

Tagged Divisions

International

professionally through continued learning and involvement in professional activities.[ B] Contribute to society by behaving ethically and responsibly, and by incorporating knowledge of history and culture into one’s professional decisions.[ C] Communicate effectively in oral, written, and newly developing modes and media.[ D] Assume a variety of roles in teams of diverse membership.The major areas of proficiency for the graduates of an international RSIC program (3-4 years ofuniversity/college education) have been identified based on the results of industry surveys anddiscussion at the consortium meetings. These areas expand the general objectives with thosespecific to the RSIC program:[ E] Demonstrate understanding of analysis and

Conference Session

Anything New in the Mechanics of Materials?

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Rani Sullivan, Mississippi State University; Masoud Rais-Rohani, Mississippi State University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanics

Test beam Strain gage deflection gage mount load cell mount Turnbuckle Deflection Load cell gage telescoping member Strain (a) (b) indicator

Conference Session

Innovative Curriculum in Electrical Engineering Technology

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ghassan Ibrahim, Bloomsburg University; Jon Zeisler, Bloomsburg University; Mike Kutch, Bloomsburg University

Tagged Divisions

Engineering Technology

transmitter/receiver antenna.Connecting a spectrum analyzer to the “receiver part” of the antenna allowed the viewingof the backscattered signal spectrum. Page 13.972.3 Figure 2 Experimental Set up"Experimental ProcedureFigure 3 shows two types of electronic ballast driven fluorescent lamps and the RFIDreader used in the project. Figure 3a shows 3 fixtures (Set FLs1) each consisting of 2 FLsdriven by ICN-2P32-SC electronic ballast. Figure 3b shows one fixture (Set FLs2);consisting of 4 FLs driven by ICN-4P32-SC electronic ballast. (a) (b) (c

Conference Session

International Division Poster Session

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Suleiman Ashur, Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne; Khaled El-Sawy, United Arab Emirates University; Essam Zaneldin, Indiana University Purdue University Fort Wayne

Tagged Divisions

International

Outcomes* 1. Graduate students with knowledge of engineering principles and theories necessary for application in civil engineering projects. A, J 2. Develop students’ capabilities towards innovation and creativity in C, E engineering design. 3. Develop students’ computer skills to a highly competent level. K 4. Enhance students’ ability to communicate effectively. G 5. Enable students to conduct experimental work effectively. B 6. Enable students to improve their team-working skills, and to achieve life-long learning habits. D, I 7. Help

Conference Session

Mobile Robots in Education

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Steven Barrett, University of Wyoming; Chad Hager, University of Wyoming; Mike Yurkoski, University of Wyoming; Robert Lewis, University of Wyoming; Matthew Jespersen, University of Wyoming; Zachary Ruble, University of Wyoming

Tagged Divisions

Computers in Education

. These features have been incorporated intothe platform design. This allows the teaching platform to be used as a bench top aid aswell as an actual robot platform.RequirementsThe following requirements were established for the TRP design: 1) Full compatibility with the EE 4390 and EE 4590 labs. a. Will provide all students in the EE 4390, Microcontrollers course: SCI (serial communication interface) ports, SPI (serial peripheral interface) ports, A/D (analog to digital) converters, timer ports, general purpose ports, LCD (liquid crystal display), eight segment LED displays, keypad and all other instructor necessary systems. b. Will provide all students in the EE 4590 course

Conference Session

Successful K-12 Programs for Girls & Minorities

Collection

2008 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Regina Middleton, University of Massachusetts, Amherst; Shelly Perdomo, University of Massachusetts Amherst

Tagged Divisions

K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

, parents, guidance counselors and/or teachers with the opportunity to ask questions of the experience of current engineering students.A debriefing session is conducted every year to celebrate accomplishments and to implementrecommendations made by those who have participated.Conference EvaluationTo assess the program’s effectiveness, every year WEP Career day participants, parents,counselors and/or teachers complete an evaluation at the end of the conference. Components ofthe evaluations addressed knowledge of engineering, breakout sessions, panel discussion andengineering major concepts (Refer to Appendix A, Evaluation 2005 and 2006, Appendix B,Student Evaluation 2007 and Appendix C, Counselor Evaluation).The evaluations