Session Description

Don’t miss the last opportunity to network in the exhibit hall. Explore the latest products, services, and solutions showcased by exhibitors. From cutting-edge technologies to innovative strategies, uncover valuable insights and discover new opportunities. Make sure to peruse the posters from the National Science Foundation's 256 grantees!

Papers Presented

1. Board 183: A Case Study of AFL Models on Factors of Engaged Learning in STEM Education [view paper]
   Dr. Jing Yan (Tennessee State University) and Dr. Lin Li P.E. (Tennessee State University)
2. Board 184: A Layered Mentoring Approach for Engineering Excellence [view paper]
   Dr. Katherine Acton (University of St. Thomas), Dr. Jennifer E. Holte (University of St. Thomas), Dr. Deborah Besser (University of St. Thomas), and Dr. Kundan Nepal (University of St. Thomas)
3. Board 185: “Someone has Invested in Me to Do This": Supporting Low-Income Students to Persist in STEM Through a NSF S-STEM Grant [view paper]
   Dr. Rachel Funk (University of Nebraska, Lincoln), Jim Lewis (University of Nebraska, Lincoln), Leilani Pai (University of Nebraska, Lincoln), Johan Benedict Cristobal (University of Nebraska, Lincoln), and Brittany Rader (Affiliation unknown)
4. Board 186: A Hands-On, Dual-Credit Mechatronics Pathway Overview for Secondary & Post-Secondary Educators [view paper]
   Dr. Karen Wosczyna-Birch (National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing) and Wendy Robicheau (Affiliation unknown)
5. Board 187: A Hybrid Community of Practice Model to Prepare Pre-Service STEM Teachers to Teach Engineering [view paper]
   Dr. Betsy Chesnutt (University of Tennessee at Knoxville)
6. plus 252 more papers

Session Description

Discuss ways to meet the needs of the aerospace industry and to support the needs of our rising workforce in industry and academia (takes the place of one of our paper sessions).

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections, Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology, and New Members

Moderated by

1. Prof. Mary E. Johnson Ph.D.

Speakers

1. Dr. Michael C. Hatfield

   University of Alaska Fairbanks

   Associate Professor of Electrical and Aerospace Engineering. A 28-year veteran of the USAF.

2. Dr. Kristi J. Shryock

   Texas A&M University

   Aerospace Engineering Professor at Texas A&M

3. Ms. Karen Martinez Soto

   Syracuse University

   Aerospace engineering

4. Dr. Denise Thorsen

   University of Alaska Fairbanks

   Professor of Electrical Engineering, Associate Dean for Academics at University of Alaska Fairbanks, and Director of the Alaska Space Grant program.

Session Description

This session focuses on pedagogy designed to increase student engagement and interest in engineering and technology topics in agriculture, biosystems, and similar application areas. The goals are to introduce participants to approaches that make learning technology content more meaningful to students considering an engineering major, and to introduce students to the breadth of agricultural, environmental, ecological, and biological/bioprocess engineering.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Lucie Guertault

Papers Presented

1. Inclusive Experiential Learning for STEM Students in Sustainable Robotic Agriculture [view paper]
   Dr. Madhumi Mitra Ph.D. (University of Maryland, Eastern Shore), Dr. Abhijit Nagchaudhuri (University of Maryland, Eastern Shore), and Mr. Jesu Raj Pandya (University of Maryland, Eastern Shore)
2. WIP: Impact of an Authentic Introductory Computer Programming Course on New BAE Undergraduate Students’ Learning Motivation and Interest in the Discipline [view paper]
   Dr. Lucie Guertault (North Carolina State University)
3. Work in Progress: Grace Platform: Enhancing Pedagogy with Gamified AR and VR in Agriculture Education [view paper]
   Ms. Maryam Bigonah (Auburn University), Mrs. Fatemeh Jamshidi (Auburn University), Aparana Pant (Auburn University), and Dr. Daniela Marghitu (Auburn University)
4. Update on Directed STEM Lessons for Developing Student Interest in Agriculture: A Work in Progress [view paper]
   Dr. Robert Merton Stwalley III P.E. (Purdue University ) and Dr. Roger L. Tormoehlen (Purdue University )

Session Description

BME Pedagogy and Teaching Strategies

Moderated by

1. Kavon Karrobi and Michael Gordon Browne

Papers Presented

1. Bridging the Great Divide: A Strategy for How Online Graduate Students Can Participate and Enhance the Education of Undergraduate Students [view paper]
   Mrs. Mercedes Terry (University of North Dakota), Mr. Enrique Alvarez Vazquez (University of North Dakota), Dr. Dan Ewert (University of North Dakota), and Ryan Striker (University of North Dakota)
2. Integrating Active Learning, Case Studies, Cytotoxicity Testing, and Ethical Considerations in Biomaterials Education: A Novel Approach [view paper]
   Dr. Shivaun D Archer (Cornell University) and Dr. Mridusmita Saikia (Cornell University)
3. Implementation and Evaluation of Experiential Learning to Reinforce Research & Development Skills in a Biopharmaceutical Process Development Course [view paper]
   Dr. Deborah Sweet Goldberg (University of Maryland, College Park)
4. Measuring the Pedagogical Impact on Undergraduate Students through Frequent, Low-Stakes Pre- and Post-Lecture Self-Assessments [view paper]
   Dr. Reem Khojah (University of California, San Diego) and Josephine Relaford-Doyle (University of California, San Diego)
5. A Collaborative Effort to Convert MATLAB-based Curriculum to Python in Undergraduate Biomedical Engineering Education [view paper]
   Dr. Elizabeth Kathleen Bucholz (Duke University) and David Ward (Duke University)
6. plus 1 more paper

Session Description

Presenters will be given 2 minutes to summarize their teaching tool. After the presentations are completed, presenters will be assigned a table. Attendees will circulate through the tables every 10 minutes to get to learn about the teaching tools.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Joanne Kay Beckwith

Moderated by

1. Dr. Mechteld Veltman Hillsley and Dr. Carlos Landaverde Alvarado

Papers Presented

1. Python-based Demonstration for Designing Distillation Columns for Ternary Mixtures [view paper]
   Dr. John Rajadayakaran Edison (The Johns Hopkins University), Kellen Roddy (The Johns Hopkins University), Man Kit Ao (The Johns Hopkins University), and Panwa Promtep (The Johns Hopkins University)
2. A Novel Laboratory-Scale Pilot Plant Study [view paper]
   Dr. Robert P. Hesketh (Rowan University), Mr. Barnabas Gao (Rowan University), Dr. Kirti M Yenkie (Rowan University), Miss Swapana Subbarao Jerpoth (Rowan University), Mr. David Anthony Theuma (Rowan University), Sean Curtis (Rowan University), Michael Fracchiolla (Rowan University), Dr. C. Stewart Slater (Rowan University), Dr. Mariano Javier Savelski (Rowan University), Steven Roth (Rowan University), and Emma Marie Padros (Rowan University)
3. Climate Change and Kinetics in an Undergraduate Laboratory: Injection and Tracking of CO2 in a 7 Gallon Terrarium [view paper]
   Dr. Clint Guymon (Brigham Young University) and Joseph R Tuft (Affiliation unknown)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Joel Sloan P.E. and Dr. Andrea L Welker P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Application of Employee Appraisal Forms to Facilitate Assessment of Student Outcomes in the Engineering Capstone Course (Work-In-Progress) [view paper]
   Major Brett Rocha (United States Military Academy) and Mr. Scott M. Katalenich P.E. (United States Military Academy)
2. By the Book: Is Induced Travel Missing from Transportation Engineering Textbooks? [view paper]
   Prof. Kelcie Mechelle Ralph (Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey) and Ellen Oettinger White (State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry)
3. Leveraging the ASCE ExCEEd Model to Design a Course on Sustainable Infrastructure Development [view paper]
   Capt. Matthew Glavin (United States Military Academy), Capt. Robert Hume (United States Military Academy), Lt. Col. Scott M. Katalenich (United States Military Academy), and William Graves (United States Military Academy)
4. Prevention Through Design (PtD): Addressing Engineers' Knowledge Gaps [view paper]
   Dr. Ahmed Jalil Al-Bayati (Lawrence Technological University), Dr. Elin Jensen (Lawrence Technological University), and Karim Bazzi (Affiliation unknown)
5. Re-designing a Technical Communications Course to Address Scaling Challenges [view paper]
   Dr. Jennifer Retherford (University of Tennessee at Knoxville) and Dr. Sarah Mobley (University of Tennessee at Knoxville)

Session Description

The papers in this session focus on computer-based and computer-supported assessment, including auto-grading and video assessments.

Moderated by

1. Makayla Moster

Papers Presented

1. Assessing the Impact of Open-Resource Access on Student Performance in Computer-Based Examinations [view paper]
   Dr. Zulal Sevkli (Miami University)
2. Automated Grading with Rapid Feedback for SOLIDWORKS Files [view paper]
   Dr. Keith Hekman (California Baptist University)
3. Improving Efficiency and Consistency of Student Learning Assessments: A New Framework Using LaTeX [view paper]
   Dr. Ira Harkness (University of Florida) and Prof. Justin Watson (Affiliation unknown)
4. Giving Voice to Problem-Solving: Hearing Students’ Techniques in Video Reflections [view paper]
   Dr. Tammy VanDeGrift (University of Portland)
5. Reflections on 10 years of Operating a Computer-based Testing Facility: Lessons Learned, Best Practices [view paper]
   Dr. Jim Sosnowski (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Dr. Julie M Baker (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Olivia Arnold (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Prof. Mariana Silva (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), David Mussulman (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), Prof. Craig Zilles (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign), and Prof. Matthew West (University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign)

Moderated by

1. Dr. John Tingerthal P.E. and Dr. Rachel Mosier P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Integrating Sustainability KPIs in Construction Education for a More Responsible and Equitable Built Environment [view paper]
   Ms. Claudia Calle Müller (Florida International University) and Mr. Mohamed ElZomor P.E. (Florida International University)
2. Enhancing Campus Sustainability: A LEED-Based Case Study [view paper]
   Dr. Boshra Karimi (Northern Kentucky University)
3. Assessing LEED Credit Weighting: A Dual Perspective on Sustainable Construction and Educational Implications [view paper]
   Dr. Mohsen Goodarzi (Ball State University) and Dr. Mohsen Garshasby (Mississippi State University)
4. Assessing Stress Levels and Stressors Among Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Students: Underpinnings for Mental Health Curricula Development [view paper]
   Sepehr Khorshid (The University of Alabama), Raissa Seichi Marchiori (The University of Alabama), and Dr. Siyuan Song (The University of Alabama)
5. Exploring Sleep Health in Construction Students: A Pilot Study [view paper]
   Dr. Saeed Rokooei (Mississippi State University), Dr. Raheleh Miralami (Mississippi State University), and Dr. George D Ford (Mississippi State University)

Moderated by

1. Ben Arie Tanay

Papers Presented

1. Instructor and Graduate Student Perspectives: Is Empathy a Needed Design Skill for Future Engineers? [view paper]
   Dr. Jennifer Howcroft (University of Waterloo) and Dr. Kate Mercer (University of Waterloo)
2. An Investigation of Psychological Safety in Student-Led Undergraduate Engineering Design Projects through Student Interviews [view paper]
   Tara Esfahani (University of California, Irvine), Isra Malabeh (University of California, Irvine), Dr. Mark E. Walter (University of California, Irvine), and Dr. David A. Copp (University of California, Irvine)
3. Exploring an Intervention to Increase Psychological Safety on Student Engineering Design Teams [view paper]
   Jenn Campbell (University of Arkansas), Heather Maiirhe Caruso (University of California, Los Angeles), and Leidy Klotz (Affiliation unknown)
4. Work In Progress: But Wait! Design and Leadership Competencies Are More Similar Than You Think! [view paper]
   Dr. Rebecca Komarek (University of Colorado Boulder), Dr. Daria A. Kotys-Schwartz (University of Colorado Boulder), and Dr. Daniel Knight (University of Colorado Boulder)

Moderated by

1. Timothy James

Papers Presented

1. Generative Artificial Intelligence in Undergraduate Engineering: A Systematic Literature Review [view paper]
   Mr. Hudson James Harris (University of Oklahoma) and Dr. Javeed Kittur (University of Oklahoma)
2. Using Generative AI for a Graduate Level Capstone Course Design—a Case Study [view paper]
   Dr. Wei Lu (Texas A&M University) and Dr. Behbood "Ben" Ben Zoghi P.E. (Texas A&M University)
3. WIP: Exploring the Effects of a Purpose-in-Life Reflection Activity in an Introductory Artificial Intelligence Course [view paper]
   Trini Balart (Texas A&M University), Dr. Jorge Baier (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile), Prof. Catalina Cortazar (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile), and Dr. Kristi J. Shryock (Texas A&M University)
4. WIP: Traditional Engineering Assessments Challenged by ChatGPT: An Evaluation of its Performance on a Fundamental Competencies Exam [view paper]
   Trini Balart (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile), Dr. Jorge Baier (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile), and Martín Eduardo Castillo (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile)
5. Work in Progress: Navigating Undergraduates’ Perspectives on Macroethical Dilemmas in Aerospace Engineering [view paper]
   Ms. Elizabeth Ann Strehl (University of Michigan), Sabrina Olson (University of Michigan), Dr. Corin L. Bowen (California State University, Los Angeles), and Dr. Aaron W. Johnson (University of Michigan)
6. plus 2 more papers

Moderated by

1. Dr. Aaron W. Johnson

Papers Presented

1. Engineering Education Graduate Student Researchers’ Development as Scholars through Designing Culturally Sustaining Engineering Education Workshops with K-12 Educators and Students (Work in Progress) [view paper]
   Lise Clara Mabour (Tufts University), Geling Xu (Tufts University), and Mr. Brian Gravel (Tufts University)
2. Scoping Review of Instruments for Measuring Doctoral Students' Mentoring Relationships with Advisors or Mentors [view paper]
   Terkuma Stanley Asongo (University of Massachusetts, Lowell) and Dr. Hsien-Yuan Hsu (University of Massachusetts, Lowell)
3. Storytelling Approaches for Elevating Student Voices in Research and Dissemination [view paper]
   Dorothy Decontee Gocol (Florida International University), Dr. Helen Urpi Wagner-Coello (Florida International University), and Dr. Monica E. Cardella (Florida International University)
4. Work in Progress: Design and Preliminary Results of a Survey to Explore Relationships Between Faculty Mentoring, Engineering Doctoral Student Psychological Safety, and Work Outcomes [view paper]
   Dorian Bobbett (University of Michigan), Jeanne Sanders (University of Michigan), Larkin Martini (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Dr. Mark Vincent Huerta (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Dr. Karin Jensen (University of Michigan)
5. Work in Progress: Motivational Differences Between Civil and Environmental Engineering Doctoral Students in the Pre-writing and Writing Phases [view paper]
   Ing. Eduardo Rodriguez Mejia M.Sc. (Rowan University) and Dr. Cheryl A. Bodnar (Rowan University)
6. plus 2 more papers

Moderated by

1. Shannon M Clancy

Papers Presented

1. Influence of Interpersonal Interactions on Student Engagement: Online Undergraduate Engineering Students’ Perspectives [view paper]
   Kaden Holt (University of Oklahoma) and Dr. Javeed Kittur (University of Oklahoma)
2. Intercultural Attitudes and Behaviors as Exhibited by Cybersecurity Students [view paper]
   Dr. Aparajita Jaiswal (Purdue University ), Dr. Paul J. Thomas (Purdue University), and Owura Kuffuor (Purdue University)
3. Investigating Perceptions that Predict Mental Health Related Help-Seeking in First-Year Engineering Students [view paper]
   Dr. Sarah A. Wilson (University of Kentucky), Ava Kay Huth (Iowa State University of Science and Technology), Sara Xochilt Lamer (University of Kentucky), Dr. Joseph H. Hammer (Affiliation unknown), and Matthew Whitwer (University of Kentucky)
4. Lessons Learned from Generating, Consolidating, and Analyzing Large Scale, Longitudinal Social Network Data [view paper]
   Dr. Jack Elliott (Iron Range Engineering, Minnesota State University, Mankato) and Dr. Angela Minichiello (Utah State University)
5. Undergraduate Engineering Students’ Experiences of Faculty Recognition [view paper]
   Dr. Kelsey Scalaro (University of Nevada, Reno), Dr. Indira Chatterjee (University of Nevada, Reno), Dr. Ann-Marie Vollstedt (University of Nevada, Reno), and Dr. Adam Kirn (University of Nevada, Reno)
6. plus 1 more paper

Session Description

This session examines the pivotal role of community building and student engagement in enhancing educational outcomes within electrical and computer engineering programs.

For those interested in: Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology

Moderated by

1. Prof. Olga Mironenko and Dr. Diana G. de la Rosa-Pohl

Papers Presented

1. Creating Learning Communities for Student Success in Gateway Discrete Linear Systems [view paper]
   Dr. Cheryl B. Schrader (Wright State University)
2. Classicle Sticks: An Activity to Improve Student Engagement [view paper]
   Dr. C. Richard Compeau Jr. (Texas State University), Dr. Kimberly Grau Talley P.E. (Texas State University), and Dr. Austin Talley (Texas State University)
3. Tracking and Predicting Student Performance Across Different Semesters with Matched Action-State Orientation Surveys and Interventions [view paper]
   Prof. Ismail Uysal (University of South Florida), Mehmet Bugrahan Ayanoglu (University of South Florida), Dr. Rania Sherif Elashmawy (University of South Florida), Rifatul Islam (University of South Florida), Paul E. Spector (University of South Florida), and Dr. Chris S. Ferekides (University of South Florida)
4. Introduction to Electrical Engineering: Empowering and Motivating Students through Laboratory-Focused Teaching [view paper]
   Dr. Ilya Mikhelson (Northwestern University)
5. Investigating the Impact of Team Composition, Self-Efficacy, and Test Anxiety on Student Performance and Perception of Collaborative Learning: A Hierarchical Linear Modeling Approach [view paper]
   Tridib Kumar Saha (Purdue University ) and Dr. Jason Morphew (Purdue University )

Moderated by

1. Yang Victoria Shao and Shruti Singh

Papers Presented

1. Aligning Engineering Curricula with Energy Industry Demands—The 3P Model of Policy, Pedagogy, and Practice [view paper]
   Mr. Hua Chai (University of New South Wales ), Prof. Jayashri Ravishankar (University of New South Wales), and Dr. Inmaculada Tomeo-Reyes (University of New South Wales )
2. Sustainable Energy Design through International Student Teamwork [view paper]
   Dr. Robert J. Kerestes (University of Pittsburgh) and Dr. Renee M. Clark (University of Pittsburgh)
3. Work-in-Progress: Visualizing Bubble Formation on Pt2Al3 Surface during Dibenzyltoluene (DBT) Dehydrogenation [view paper]
   Il Yoon (University of North Georgia) and Chandler Levi Davis (University of North Georgia)

Session Description

Utilizing a Machine Learning Approach

For those interested in: Academia-Industry Connections, Advocacy and Policy, Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology, New Members, and Pre-College

Moderated by

1. Sreenath Chalil Madathil and Dr. Xuemin Jin

Papers Presented

1. An Interactive Platform for Team-based Learning Using Machine Learning Approach [view paper]
   Tony Maricic (New York University Tandon School of Engineering), Nisha Ramanna (New York University Tandon School of Engineering), Alison Reed (New York University Tandon School of Engineering), Dr. Rui Li (New York University), and Jack Yang (New York University Tandon School of Engineering)
2. From Manual Coding to Machine Understanding: Students' Feedback Analysis [view paper]
   Mr. Abdulrahman Alsharif (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University) and Dr. Andrew Katz (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
3. Using Machine Learning to Analyze Short-Answer Responses to Conceptually Challenging Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics Questions [view paper]
   Harpreet Auby (Tufts University), Namrata Shivagunde (University of Massachusetts, Lowell), Anna Rumshisky (University of Massachusetts, Lowell), and Dr. Milo Koretsky (Tufts University)
4. Versatile Recognition of Graphene Layers from Optical Images Under Controlled Illumination Through Green-Channel Correlation Method [view paper]
   Prof. Saquib Ahmed (The State University of New York Buffalo State University)
5. Paradigm Shift? Preliminary Findings of Engineering Faculty Members’ Mental Models of Assessment in the Era of Generative AI [view paper]
   Ms. Isil Anakok (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), Kai Jun Chew (Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach), Dr. Holly M Matusovich (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University), and Dr. Andrew Katz (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)

Session Description

Virtues in Engineering Ethics Education

For those interested in: Advocacy and Policy

Moderated by

1. Chika Winnifred Agha

Papers Presented

1. Choreographing Virtue: The Role of Situatedness and Layering in Building Moral Muscle Memory in Engineering Ethics Education [view paper]
   Dr. Sergio Guillen Grillo (University of Virginia) and Dr. Bryn Elizabeth Seabrook (University of Virginia)
2. Evidence-Based Practice: Looking Good When It Matters: How Engineering Students Regard the Virtue Ethics Framework [view paper]
   Dr. Natalie C.T. Van Tyne (Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University)
3. How Good is Our Undergraduate Engineering Ethics Training? A Comparative Analysis of Engineering Ethics Textbooks [view paper]
   Chloe Adams (Wake Forest University), Dr. Olga Pierrakos (Wake Forest University and National Science Foundation ), and Lasya Agasthya (Affiliation unknown)
4. The Virtues of Engineering Practice: An Investigation of Professional Codes of Ethics in Engineering [view paper]
   Elizabeth M Boatman (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Kyle Luthy (Wake Forest University), Dr. Christian B. Miller (Wake Forest University), and Dr. Olga Pierrakos (Wake Forest University)

Papers Presented

1. Equipping First-Year Engineering Students with Artificial Intelligence Literacy (AI-L): Implementation, Assessment, and Impact [view paper]
   Dr. Uri Feldman (Wentworth Institute of Technology) and Miss Callie Cherry (Wentworth Institute of Technology)
2. Exploring Generative AI and Natural Language Processing to Develop Search Strategies for Systematic Reviews [view paper]
   Sarah G. Park (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), Monica Carroll (University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign), Lucy Marie Alice Esteve (Duke University), and Karnika Singh (Duke University)
3. Uncovering Information Behavior: AI-Assisted Citation Analysis of Mechanical Engineering Technology Senior Capstone Reports [view paper]
   Mark Chalmers (University of Cincinnati) and Aja Rachel Bettencourt-Mccarthy (University of Cincinnati)
4. Work in Progress: Exploring the impact of Generative AI on Information Seeking Behavior of Engineering Students [view paper]
   Prof. Matthew Frenkel (New York University), Hebah Emara (New York University ), Amanda He (New York University ), Lindsay Anderberg (New York University ), and Mr. Samuel R. Putnam (New York University )

Moderated by

1. Troy Tonner and Dr. Rungun Nathan

Papers Presented

1. An Exploratory Analysis of an Electrical Engineering Technology Curriculum Using Bernstein’s Instructional Discourse [view paper]
   Dr. Ashish Agrawal (Rochester Institute of Technology)
2. A Novel Curriculum for an Engineering Degree in STEM Education and Teacher Preparation [view paper]
   Dr. Mohamed Gharib (Texas A&M University) and Dr. Michael A. de Miranda (Texas A&M University)
3. Considering Professional Diversity as a Factor in a Consensus Building Method for Expert Crowdsourcing of Curriculum Topics [view paper]
   Mr. Brian Khoa Ngac (George Mason University) and Dr. Mihai Boicu (George Mason University)
4. Education, Experience, and Certification Through Micro-Credential Program in RF Engineering for Engineering Technology Students [view paper]
   Dr. Doug Kim (State University of New York, Farmingdale)

Moderated by

1. Jack li and Michael Shenoda P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Transfer Students’ Experiences, Identity Development, and Outcomes in Engineering Technology Programs: A Review [view paper]
   Ms. Ibarre Araojo (Wayne State University), Dr. Mohsen Ayoobi (Wayne State University), and David Merolla (Wayne State University)
2. WIP: Exploring First Generation Engineering Technology Students Acquisition of the Engineering Identity [view paper]
   Dr. Gretchen Dietz (University of North Carolina at Charlotte) and Jordan C Bullington-Miller (Affiliation unknown)
3. Enhancing Pathways to Degree Completion and Career Success for Engineering Students [view paper]
   Dr. Ali Zilouchian (Florida Atlantic University)
4. Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Electrical Engineering Education: A Paradigm Shift in Teaching and Learning [view paper]
   Dr. Kenan Baltaci (University of Wisconsin, Stout), Ms. Monika Herrmann (University of Wisconsin, Stout), and Dr. Ahmet Turkmen ()

Session Description

Bridging Innovations, Entrepreneurship, and Professional Development

Moderated by

1. Dr. Kumar Yelamarthi and Dr. David R Mikesell P.E.

Papers Presented

1. Empowering Engineering Students: Blockchain Learning Tokens for Assessing ABET Student Outcomes and Enhancing Quality Control in Innovation-Based Education [view paper]
   Isaac Heizelman (University of North Dakota), Nicholas M. Bittner (University of North Dakota), Mr. Enrique Alvarez Vazquez (University of North Dakota), Dr. Dan Ewert (University of North Dakota), and Ryan Striker (University of North Dakota)
2. The Nexus of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Engineering Education: Unlocking Engineers’ Potential through Learning Experiences that Cultivate Self-Efficacy in Embracing New Ideas [view paper]
   Ms. Nada Elfiki (Stanford University), Dr. Helen L. Chen (Stanford University), Prof. George Toye (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Micah Lande (South Dakota Mines), Mr. Felix Kempf (King's College London), Lauren Marie Aquino Shluzas (Stanford University), and Dr. Sheri Sheppard (Stanford University)
3. Understanding How Engineering Faculty Provide Engineering Students Opportunities to Develop Professional Skills In Technical Courses [view paper]
   Mrs. Sandra Furnbach Clavijo P.E. (Stevens Institute of Technology )
4. WIP: Developing Collaborative Entrepreneurship Competencies for Technical Majors [view paper]
   Blanca Esthela Moscoso (Affiliation unknown) and Dr. Miguel Andres Guerra (Universidad San Francisco de Quito )

Session Description

Session includes several papers integrating the Engineering for One Planet framework, and several that address innovative approaches to integrating sustainability into courses or curricula.

Moderated by

1. Lt. Col. Andrew Ross Pfluger P.E., Dr. David Brian Dittenber P.E., and Dr. Jean M. Andino P.E.

Papers Presented

1. A Unique, Action-Oriented, Collaborative Approach to Co-Creating a New Open-Source Sustainability Teaching Guide under a Creative Commons License [view paper]
   Cindy Cooper (The Lemelson Foundation), Cynthia Anderson (Alula Consulting), Dr. Lynn A. Albers (Hofstra University), Dr. John K. Estell (Ohio Northern University), Dr. Micah Lande (South Dakota Mines), and Prof. Bala Maheswaran (Northeastern University)
2. Sustainability in Engineering Graphics and Bicycle-Powered Blenders [view paper]
   Dr. Dustyn Roberts (University of Pennsylvania), Jarrett Stein (University of Pennsylvania), and Tex Kang (University of Pennsylvania)
3. Evaluating the Development of Higher Order Thinking with an Environmental Engineering Build Project [view paper]
   Prof. Mackenzie Booth (Cedarville University) and Dr. David Brian Dittenber P.E. (Cedarville University)
4. Evaluating the Efficacy of Project-Based Approach for Teaching Humanities Courses to Engineering Students [view paper]
   Dr. Brainerd Prince (Plaksha University), Dr. Siddharth (Plaksha University), and Ms. Rukmani Keshav (Plaksha University)
5. Essentials of the Nurse+Engineer: Qualitative Methodology Applied to Foods Systems in Environmental Engineering [view paper]
   Dr. Daniel B. Oerther (Missouri University of Science and Technology) and Sarah Oerther (Affiliation unknown)

Session Description

The BYOE session involves live demonstrations of laboratory exercises and equipment. The papers' content in the BYOE session focuses more on implementation, which includes fabrication, deployment, and student usage in addition to the underlying pedagogy.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Hans Mayer

Papers Presented

1. BYOE: Determination of Diffusivity via Time-lapse Imaging with a 3D-Printed Spectrometer and a Raspberry PI [view paper]
   Lisa Weeks (University of Maine) and Dr. Raymond Kennard (University of Maine)
2. BYOE: McKibben Creature - A Low-Cost Robotic Simulation of A Biological Environment [view paper]
   Joseph Richard Midiri (Rowan University), Kathy Trieu (Rowan University), Wei Xue (Rowan University), Dr. Mitja Trkov (Rowan University), Dr. Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison (Rowan University), and Dr. Smitesh Bakrania (Rowan University)
3. BYOE: SeaKatz 2.0 – Vision and Pneumatic Claw for Underwater Robot with VR Simulation [view paper]
   Dr. Iftekhar Ibne Basith (Sam Houston State University), Dr. Suleiman M Obeidat (Texas A&M University), Dr. Ulan Dakeev (Sam Houston State University), Syed Hasib Akhter Faruqui (Sam Houston State University), and Joe Nervis Jr (Sam Houston State University)
4. BYOE: Soft Robotic Fish Project [view paper]
   Matthew Longstreth (Rowan University), Vincent Sambucci (Rowan University), Alex Thomas Siniscalco (Rowan University), Dr. Smitesh Bakrania (Rowan University), Dr. Mitja Trkov (Rowan University), Dr. Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison (Rowan University), and Wei Xue (Rowan University)
5. BYOE: Wacky-Waving-Non-Inflatable-Arm-Flailing-Tube-Man for Teaching Soft Robotics [view paper]
   William Y Heil-heintz (Affiliation unknown), Jacob Wojcicki (Rowan University), Dr. Mitja Trkov (Rowan University), Wei Xue (Rowan University), Dr. Smitesh Bakrania (Rowan University), and Dr. Cassandra Sue Ellen Jamison (Rowan University)
6. plus 1 more paper

Session Description

This is a full paper session on student peers as mentors and instructors.

Moderated by

1. Dr. Laura K Alford and Jackelyn Raquel Lopez Roshwalb

Papers Presented

1. Mentoring for Making: Peer Mentors Working with Learners in a Making-Focused Engineering Course [view paper]
   Dr. Louis S. Nadelson (University of Central Arkansas), Dr. Pamela L. Dickrell (University of Florida), and Katherine DeJesus (Affiliation unknown)
2. Peer Mentor Program Strategy for Improvement in First-Year Student Retention [view paper]
   Ms. Joan Matutes (University of Indianapolis), Miss Shelby Hacker (University of Indianapolis), Dr. Patricia Snell Herzog (Indiana University Indianapolis), Dr. Stephen J. Spicklemire (University of Indianapolis), Dr. Kenneth Reid (University of Indianapolis), Dr. Joan Martinez (University of Indianapolis), Brett Leonard (University of Indianapolis), and Dr. Joseph B. Herzog (University of Indianapolis)
3. The Experiences of Students as Peer Mentors in Engineering: Agency, Learning, Persistence, Uncertainty, and Culture. [view paper]
   Prof. Jill Davishahl (Western Washington University) and Audrey Boklage (University of Texas at Austin)
4. Beyond "How's it going?": A Collaborative Autoethnographic Study by Early Instructors in a First-Year Engineering Studio Course [view paper]
   Esme Eleanor Abbot (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering), Berwin Lan (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering), Luke Raus (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering), Bill Fan (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering), and Dr. Zachary del Rosario (Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering)
5. A Qualitative Study of the Role of Engineering Peer Advising Leaders (EPALS) Program on Undergraduate Engineering Students' Learning Experience [view paper]
   Dr. Ibukun Samuel Osunbunmi (Penn State University), Maria Mosley (Affiliation unknown), Mrs. Jennifer Saltsgiver (Affiliation unknown), Jana Bontrager Auman (Penn State University), Dr. Christine B. Masters (Pennsylvania State University), Kellie Scofield (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Stephanie Cutler (The Pennsylvania State University), and Shawna Dory (Pennsylvania State University)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Jeffrey W. Fergus P.E. and Yiqi Liang

Papers Presented

1. Assessment of International Graduate Student Recruitment and Retention in Sample STEM Programs [view paper]
   Dr. Sanjeev Adhikari (Kennesaw State University), Kathryn Bedette AIA (Kennesaw State University), and Giovanni Loreto (Kennesaw State University)
2. Initiating and sustaining international ethnic engineering education scholarly communities in the United States [view paper]
   Mr. Siqing Wei (Purdue University at West Lafayette (COE)) and Dr. Moses Olayemi (University of Oklahoma)
3. Integrating and Thriving in the First Semester as an International Graduate Student in the United States [view paper]
   Dr. Philip Appiah-Kubi (University of Dayton) and Dr. Khalid Zouhri (University of Dayton)
4. Cultural Adaptation and Advising Dynamics: Insights from International Engineering Graduate Students [view paper]
   Himani Sharma (Affiliation unknown), Dr. Ann F. McKenna (The University of Iowa), and Dr. Brooke Charae Coley (Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus)

Session Description

Mixed Reality, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality: Emerging Tools in Engineering Education

For those interested in: Broadening Participation in Engineering and Engineering Technology

Moderated by

1. Hossain Ahmed and Dr. Dale T. Masel

Papers Presented

1. Mixed Reality as a Teaching Tool for Improving Spatial Visualization in Engineering Students [view paper]
   Ms. Israa Azzam (Purdue University, West Lafayette), Dr. Farid Breidi (Purdue University, West Lafayette), Dr. Faisal Aqlan (University of Louisville), Dr. Jose M Garcia (Purdue University), and Paul Asunda (Purdue University, West Lafayette)
2. Warehouse Augmented Reality Program (WARP): A Web Tool for Warehouse Design and Operation Education [view paper]
   Eric John Estadt (Pennsylvania State University), Khoa Nguyen (Pennsylvania State University), Kevin Skinner (Pennsylvania State University), Dr. Ashkan Negahban (Pennsylvania State University), Dr. Omar Ashour (Pennsylvania State University), and Dr. Sabahattin Gokhan Ozden (Pennsylvania State University)
3. Use of Virtual Reality to Improve Learning Experience on a Lean Manufacturing Course [view paper]
   Dr. Gibrán Sayeg-Sánchez (Tecnologico de Monterrey), Prof. Nicolás Amado-Moranchel (Tecnologico de Monterrey), and Dr. Andres Esteban Acero (Tecnologico de Monterrey)
4. Enhancing Engineering Education Through Hands-on Virtual Reality Training Experiences: Developing Skills in the Continuous Improvement of Manufacturing Systems [view paper]
   Dr. David Parsley (University of Kentucky)

Moderated by

1. Dr. Reza Sanati-Mehrizy and Dr. Afsaneh Minaie

Papers Presented

1. An Enhanced Learning Method Used for Datapath Design Topics in Computer Engineering Curriculum [view paper]
   Dr. Tingjun Lei (Mississippi State University), Mr. Timothy Sellers (Mississippi State University), Prof. Chaomin Luo (Mississippi State University), Prof. Gene Eu Jan (Tainan National University of the Arts ), and Prof. Zhuming Bi (Purdue University, Fort Wayne)
2. Progress Report on BE-TEC: An NSF S-STEM Project [view paper]
   Dr. Afsaneh Minaie (Utah Valley University) and Dr. Reza Sanati-Mehrizy (Utah Valley University)
3. The Intersection of Smart Home Technology and the Disabled Population [view paper]
   Jacquelyn Williams Trost (North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University)