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This session is both a panel and an open discussion for the TELPhE division of ASEE. The panel aims to examine the meaning of 'technological literacy' and refocus the division's priorities. There is a pressing need to clarify an operational definition of technological literacy and why cultivating this literacy is essential for society. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives, the discussion will also explore how to translate the need for this literacy into action within higher education and extend its influence to broader policy and societal spheres, fostering the capacity for informed decision-making, especially in an era of rapid technological change and unrest.

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

Moderated by

1. Dr. Suzanne Keilson and Dr. Muhammad Ijaz

Speakers

1. Prof. Carl O. Hilgarth

   Shawnee State University

   Professor Carl O. Hilgarth is a past division chair of the ASEE Technological and Engineering Literacy / Philosophy of Engineering (TELPhE) Division and Professor Emeritus and former chair of Engineering Technologies at Shawnee State University. He is a Fellow of the American Society for Engineering Management and an Associate Fellow of the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. With over 30 years of experience in academia and the aerospace industry, his work spans engineering management, technological literacy, and engineering ethics.

2. Dr. Michael Robinson

   Saint Vincent College

   Michael Robinson received his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. His academic experience includes prior appointments as an Assistant Professor of Engineering at Messiah College and as a Visiting Lecturer at Ashesi University in Ghana. His research interests focus on engineering epistemology and the development of students’ epistemic beliefs.

3. Dr. Kathryn A. Neeley

   University of Virginia

   Kathryn Neeley has been a faculty member in the School of Engineering & Applied Science since 1979 and is a past chair of ASEE’s Liberal Education/Engineering & Society Division. Trained in English and communication, she brings an interdisciplinary perspective to engineering education, focusing on technological literacy, human flourishing, and the integration of vision and practicality in engineering.

4. Dr. John Heywood

   Trinity College Dublin

   John Heywood is Professorial Fellow Emeritus of Trinity College Dublin – The University of Dublin. He is a Fellow of ASEE, a Life Fellow of IEEE, and an Honorary Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Ireland. His special interests include professional education for engineers, teachers, and managers. He was the 2023 recipient of ASEE’s Lifetime Achievement Award.

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Open to all conference attendees interested in learning more about the division and opportunities to get involved. Come learn more about TYCD!

For those interested in: New Members

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Evolving federal priorities in education and community engagement have significant implications for programs designed to broaden participation in engineering, particularly for populations historically underrepresented in the field. Within this context, targeted P-12 engagement initiatives remain a critical mechanism for cultivating interest in engineering among girls and fostering long-term pathways into the profession. This panel brings together faculty and staff in higher education as well as professionals whose work centers on P-12 engagement for girls in engineering to share experiences, insi ... (continued)

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

Moderated by

1. Prof. Yuting W. Chen

Speakers

1. Maryam Ghadiri

   University of Illinois at Urbana - Champaign

   Dr. Maryam Ghadiri earned her Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Southern California (2015). She also earned her M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from California State University, Los Angeles in 2010. Ghadiri holds a B.S. in Civil (Water Resources) Engineering from K.N. Toosi University of Technology, Tehran (2002). After earning her Ph.D., Ghadiri was a project manager and a researcher in center of IML-Critical Zone Observatories at UIUC (2015-2018) and afterwards she started working as a research scientist in Illinois Water Resources Center in UIUC (2018-2021).

2. Dr. Katey Shirey

   EduKatey

   Dr. Katey Shirey’s work focuses on the intersection of art, science, and education. As an educator, Katey weaves creative thinking into science and math learning opportunities for students and teachers. As an artist, Katey makes sculpture and installations to learn and to teach physics, from large-scale wave machines to interactive compression-induced explosions.

   Katey received a BA in physics and a BA in sculpture from the University of Virginia where she also completed her Master’s of Teaching in secondary science education Dr. Shirey became a Knowles Teaching Fellow and taught physics at Wa ... (continued)

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Engineering leadership development is increasingly recognized as a core component of preparing engineers for professional practice, yet many programs continue to treat leadership as extracurricular or optional. This panel brings together engineering educators who have designed and implemented engineering leadership courses and learning experiences embedded within required engineering curricula.

Panelists will share models for integrating leadership development into undergraduate engineering education, including required leadership courses for engineers, leadership-infused technical courses, an ... (continued)

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1. Dr. Kenneth W Lamb P.E.

   California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

   Dr. Kenneth Lamb, P.E. is a professor at Cal Poly Pomona with a focus on project-based learning, team communication, and leadership development in engineers.

2. Dr. Kim Graves Wolfinbarger

   The University of Oklahoma

   Kim Graves Wolfinbarger directs the Jerry Holmes Engineering Leadership Program. She teaches Leadership & Management for Engineers (ENGR 4013). Her research explores leadership development among students in engineering & related disciplines, with an emphasis on team leadership, leadership identities, and developmental processes. She advises the Sooner Powered Vehicle Team and is a member of the American Society for Engineering Education, the Human Factors & Ergonomics Society, the IEEE Education Society, and IEEE’s Women in Engineering division. Dr. Wolfinbarger holds a Ph.D. in Indus ... (continued)

3. Ms. Patricia Kristine Sheridan

   University of Toronto

   Professor Sheridan is an Associate Professor, Teaching Stream at ILead focusing on integrating teamwork and leadership learning into the engineering curriculum. She has previously taught leadership and teamwork courses at Northwestern University, where she is a Leadership Fellow.

   Prof. Sheridan teaches teamwork and leadership in the first-year cornerstone design courses and oversees integration into the upper-year courses. She previously designed an online team-based self- and peer-assessment system that was used in multiple Canadian universities.

   Prof. Sheridan holds a BASc and MASc in Mec ... (continued)

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The rapid advancement of Generative AI tools has captured the attention of educators and higher education institutions, prompting a shift in traditional teaching and learning practices. While GenAI offers benefits, it poses a challenge for educators to adapt to the emerging trend of AI literacy at institutions across the US. Educators, being at the forefront of such initiatives, need training and support on how to leverage GenAI to reinvent existing engineering curricula. This interactive special session offers engineering faculty of all ranks an opportunity to engage in hands-on exploration of u ... (continued)

Speakers

1. Bhavana Kotla

   The Ohio State University

   Dr. Kotla’s work contributes to KEEN-funded initiatives that aim to advance entrepreneurial thinking in engineering education. She engages in survey instrument validation efforts focused on measuring EM using robust statistical techniques. Prior to her work at Ohio State, she worked with research faculty to create and pilot the SoTL Accelerator Program at Purdue University for engineering faculty transitioning into educational research. This included training faculty in new curriculum development, integrating EML using backwards course design, standard assessment of student learning using Photovoice, and drafting a manuscript to share their work with the engineering education community.

2. Dr. Thomas Lucas

   Purdue University, New Albany

   Dr. Lucas focuses on the integration of humanities and EM into engineering education. He develops
   pedagogy that aims to enhance the learning experience by providing a holistic understanding of the
   societal and cultural implications of engineering solutions.

3. Shukufe Rahman

   The Ohio State University

   Dr. Rahman’s research focuses on creating innovative STEM teaching and learning approaches that embed EML inclusively. She has led the development and validation of the KEEN Teaching Practices
   Inventory to support faculty in integrating EM into their courses. At Ohio State, she has facilitated EM-focused professional learning communities across all engineering departments, guiding faculty in embedding EM into their courses.

4. Debalina Maitra

   Arizona State University, Polytechnic Campus

   Dr. Maitra’s research focuses on integrating pedagogy and identity formation into STEM learning environments. She has led and contributed to multiple NSF-funded initiatives that explore innovative pedagogies, faculty development, and strategies to broaden participation in engineering.

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

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CMC Industry Day Panel Session 1

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Over the last 15 years as an engineering educator and supporting others in their teaching, I have learned three important lessons: 1.) Students want authenticity from their teachers, 2.) Learning should be student, not content centered with students as co-creators of their learning, and 3.) Small things can have a big impact in your classroom. These lessons were also the foundation on which I began to reflect on what power I have as an agent of change towards equity and inclusion in the spaces I inhabit. Being an agent of change in engineering education has meant continuous, transparent improvem ... (continued)

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

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This session provides an introduction and update to the ASEE FRACTAL professional development framework for engineering and engineering technology faculty. An NSF-funded pilot is currently underway to explore the Registered Engineering Educator level of ASEE FRACTAL. The session will feature background, history, and a panel of pilot participants, among a few other topics. Attendance and discussion are encouraged for anyone interested in learning more about the framework and providing feedback prior to a planned national rollout in the future.

This session will include:

An Introduction to the ... (continued)

Speakers

1. Dr. Donald P. Visco Jr.

   The University of Akron

   Dr. Visco joined UA in 2011 as the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies for the College of Engineering. He went on to serve as the Interim Dean and then Dean of the college from 2016 to 2018. Currently he is a professor in the Chemical, Biomolecular and Corrosion Engineering department. He has worked for Sandia National Laboratories, the US Navy, AlliedSignal, and Union Carbide. Dr. Visco is a Fellow with the American Society for Engineering Education and he is the Editor of Chemical Engineering Education. He is the recipient of the ASEE National Outstanding Teaching Award and the DOE Presidential Early Career Award for Science and Engineering.

2. Dr. Alan Cheville

   Bucknell University

   Growing up in the Panama Canal Zone I was always fascinated by light. This interest got me into trouble at times since experiments with fireworks, high voltage, and lasers did not always turn out the way I anticipated. This interest led me to get an electrical engineering degree at Rice University where I stayed for graduate school studying optoelectronics and racing bicycles all over the great state of Texas. After I earned my PhD I took research and teaching jobs at Oklahoma State University where I did research on terahertz frequencies and developed courses in electromagnetics, photonics, and ... (continued)

3. Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter

   Campbell University

   Dr. Jenna P. Carpenter is Founding Dean and Professor of the School of Engineering at Campbell University. She is also President of the Mathematical Association of America, Commissioner, a member of the ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission, Past President of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE), and a past president of WEPAN (Women in Engineering ProActive Network). Prior to Campbell, Dr. Carpenter was Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies, Director of the Office for Women in Science and Engineering, and Wayne and Juanita Spinks Endowed Professor in the College of Enginee ... (continued)

4. Dr. Brian J. Novoselich P.E.

   American Society for Engineering Education

   A Professor of Engineering Education and Director of Strategic Plans and Assessment at the United States Military Academy at West Point, Dr. Novoselich is an active duty colonel in the US Army. He has been an ASEE member for more than 15 years, serving in various leadership roles within the Finance Committee, Mechanical Engineering Division, Engineering Leadership Development Division, and Military and Veterans Division.

   Novoselich served as the Director of West Point's Center for Innovation and Engineering, where he coordinated and funded multi-disciplinary project-based education and rese ... (continued)

5. Dr. Douglas Bohl

   Clarkson University

   Doug is an avid biker outside of work. He is most at home on his mountain bike riding on the local trails and training for endurance races. In 2013 Doug competed in and finished the Leadville Trail 100, a 100 mile mountain bike race high in the mountains of Colorado. During the winter Doug’s interests switch to the sport of luge where he competes as a Masters athlete, currently acts as the president of the Adirondack Luge Club, and is a race official for the US Luge Association. Doug volunteers in the community as a member of the Potsdam Volunteer Rescue Squad (PVRS) and Search and Rescue of the ... (continued)

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"Engineering for US All (e4usa™) is a national, NSF-funded initiative that supports high school engineering by connecting schools, universities, and industry partners. Over the past several years, e4usa has grown into a national community with multiple course options, a yearlong professional development model for teachers, and established pathways for college credit, placement, and mentorship.

This workshop is intended primarily for engineering and computing faculty, associate deans, and other academic leaders, along with high school educators who are interested in learning what e4usa looks ... (continued)

Speaker

1. Stacy Klein-Gardner

   Engineering for US All

   Stacy Klein-Gardner's career in P-12 STEM education focuses on increasing interest in and participation by females and URMs and on teacher professional development. She is an Adjunct Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Vanderbilt University, where she serves as the co-PI and co-Director of the NSF-funded Engineering For US All (e4usa) project. Dr. Klein-Gardner formerly served as the chair of the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) Board of Directors’ P12 Commission and the Pre-College Engineering Education division. She is also a Fellow of ASEE.

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SHAREs describe the step-by-step implementation of a student of faculty learning activity in a classroom, lab, extracurricular event, or advising/mentoring session. In this session, authors will SHARE hands-on, interactive demonstrations to help attendees envision how to implement these activities in their own classrooms or educational programs.

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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 and Dr. Alison Leigh Banka