Engineering programs running in major universities of the world found it difficult to perform experiments online during the Covid-19 outbreak. The theory portion of most programs was conducted online [1]. However, for lab sessions, no alternative was found. The students were asked to physically appear in labs in smaller groups [...]
ABSTRACT The use of most unclear discussion (MUD) cards enable anonymous questioning free of judgment, to foster student engagement. These cards offer professors insightful feedback on class progression, aiding in adaptive teaching approaches that balance meeting student needs and maintaining appropriate challenge levels. Particularly impactful in cumulative courses, this [...]
ABSTRACT The implementation of DevOps best practices using software and systems engineering standards can significantly improve software development and deployment. DevOps practices help organizations deliver high-quality software at a faster rate, while reducing costs and increasing efficiency. However, many organizations struggle to effectively implement DevOps practices due to a lack [...]
Abstract Project-Based Learning (PBL) is a pedagogical approach that has gained significant attention in recent years for its potential to enhance student engagement and foster holistic learning. This article explores the principles, benefits, and challenges of PBL, drawing upon empirical studies and educational theory to underscore its efficacy as a [...]
Undergraduates can be kept actively engaged through a variety of methods. One important method involves the use of high-frequency, low-stakes (HFLS) testing. In practice, this involves the repeated use of evaluation mechanisms that have little impact on a student’s grade. The remainder of the work presented herein will present some [...]
Scholastic honor societies are among the student organizations which are commonly available for engineering students. These groups provide recognition for academic excellence, e.g. class rank, often combined with other activity or service requirements. The immediate and long-term benefits of student participation in student organizations are well documented, cf. [1]. [...]
Serving IEEE as an ABET Program Evaluator There are many ways for each of us to provide service to the profession and the world through IEEE. One way that I have found rewarding is serving as an IEEE program evaluator (PEV) for ABET. Nearly twenty years ago, I was [...]
Any number of issues can disrupt the day-to-day schedule of our classes: winter weather, illness, travel to conferences and meetings, and jury duty to name just a few. Some of these we know about in advance, and we have time to either find a substitute to cover our lecture, [...]
Service learning projects effectively engage engineering students by tying what they are learning in the classroom to a real-life community challenge. Through service learning, students get equipped for the workforce by defining, designing, building, testing, and deploying engineering-based solutions by working hand in hand with a community organization. Students [...]
The Gateway to a Successful Engineering Career The ideal successful engineering professional should not only depend on their learned technical skills but should embody professional skills which cannot be taught in a classroom, only developed in the real world. EPICS in IEEE provides students with a hands-on opportunity to [...]