Enhancing self-efficacy among civil engineering undergraduates using hand-on pedagogy
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Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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June 22, 2025
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June 22, 2025
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August 15, 2025
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Civil Engineering Division (CIVIL)
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Diversity
- Page Count
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37
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https://peer.asee.org/56422
Paper Authors
Michael Oluwafemi Ige Morgan State University
Michael Ige is a Graduate Research Assistant in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Morgan State University, Maryland, where he is pursuing his M.Sc. in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a concentration in Construction Management and Transportation Engineering. He earned his B.Tech. in Building Structure from the Federal University of Technology, Akure, Nigeria. Michael has extensive professional experience managing large-scale heavy construction and façade projects, including high-rise and industrial developments across West Africa, having held key roles in the field. His research interests include the integration of digital tools in construction education, resilient building design, and asset management in civil infrastructure. He is passionate about bridging academic knowledge with real-world application and is committed to developing innovative, cost-effective, and sustainable construction solutions.
Samuel Sola Akosile Morgan State University
Samuel Akosile is a Ph.D. student in Sustainable Infrastructure and Resilience Engineering at Morgan State University, within the Department of Civil Engineering. He currently works as a Research Assistant, contributing to innovative studies in the field of civil infrastructure. His primary research area focuses on sustainable design for pavement systems, aiming to develop environmentally responsible, durable, and cost-effective solutions for modern transportation networks. Samuel’s work explores the integration of green materials, lifecycle assessment, and resilient engineering practices in pavement design. Through his research, he seeks to address key challenges in infrastructure sustainability while promoting long-term resilience in the face of climate change and increasing urban demands
Tolulope Abiri Morgan State University
Tolulope Abiri is a graduate student in Civil Engineering at Morgan State University, where he also serves as a Research Assistant. He holds a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA). His current research focuses on the sustainability and resilience of transportation infrastructure in the face of sea level rise, with a particular emphasis on coastal vulnerability and adaptive planning for future climate scenarios.
Tolulope is passionate about engineering education and research, with a strong appreciation for field experiences that bridge theory and practical application.
Grace Yemisi Balogun Morgan State University
Grace Yemisi Balogun is a Ph.D. student in Bio-Environmental Sciences at Morgan State University & an Environment, Social and Governance analyst. With a professional background in environmental, health & safety (EHS) consultancy and ISO 14001:2015 auditing, she blends research with impact. With her work in ESG strategy, nanoparticle application for heavy metal mitigation, air quality monitoring, and wastewater management, she continues to traverse science and policy for global sustainable future.
Pelumi Olaitan Abiodun
Morgan State University
orcid.org/0000-0002-4969-9591
Pelumi Abiodun is a current doctoral student and research assistant at the department of Civil Engineering, Morgan State University, Baltimore, Maryland. Pelumi got his BSc and MSc degree in Physics from Obafemi Awolowo University, where he also served as a research assistant at the Environmental Pollution Research unit, in Ile-Ife, Nigeria. As part of his contribution to science and engineering, Pelumi has taught as a teaching assistant both at Morgan State University and Obafemi Awolowo University. With passion to communicate research findings and gleaned from experts in the field as he advances his career, Olaitan has attended several in-persons and virtual conferences and workshop, and at some of them, made presentation on findings on air pollution, waste water reuse, and heavy metal contamination.
Oludare Adegbola Owolabi P.E. Morgan State University
Dr. Oludare Owolabi, a professional engineer in Maryland, joined the Morgan State University faculty
in 2010. He is the director of the sustainable infrastructure development, smart innovation and resilient
engineering lab and the director of undergraduate programs in the department of civil engineering at Morgan
State University.
Abstract
Self-efficacy is defined as an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in tasks and it is pivotal in shaping student performance in engineering disciplines. In civil engineering education, where the focus is traditionally on theoretical frameworks, the need for a dynamic approach that fosters both practical skills and confidence among students has become increasingly essential. This research examines the elements influencing self-efficacy in civil engineering undergraduates and assesses the effectiveness of a hands-on pedagogical model grounded in experiential learning. Utilizing a quantitative research design, this study implemented the Motivated Strategy for Learning Questionnaires (MSLQ) alongside a pre-test and post-test framework. Data will be collected from a number of civil engineering students engaged in courses that emphasize hands-on experiences. The analysis will be conducted using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) to determine changes in self-efficacy scores, employing inferential statistical methods at a confidence level of 95%. The results of this study will provide valued insights into the impact of experiential learning on self- efficacy in civil engineering students by recognizing this key factor that influences confidence in their academic and practical capabilities, the study will contribute to the development of more effective educational strategies. Ultimately, this research aims to support a shift toward more hands-on, student-centered pedagogical approaches in engineering education, fostering both competence and confidence in future civil engineers.
Ige, M. O., & Akosile, S. S., & Abiri, T., & Balogun, G. Y., & Abiodun, P. O., & Owolabi, O. A. (2025, June), Enhancing self-efficacy among civil engineering undergraduates using hand-on pedagogy Paper presented at 2025 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition , Montreal, Quebec, Canada . https://peer.asee.org/56422
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