Integrating student-centered learning strategies and utilizing technology will improve learning performance. hands-on learning strategies will reduce misconceptions and engage students in learning certain theories or ...
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Integrating student-centered learning strategies and utilizing technology will improve learning performance. hands-on learning strategies will reduce misconceptions and engage students in learning certain theories or concepts. Both are the reasons for this study. The aim of this study was to develop a learning apparatus based on ALL (Arduino UNO R3-LINX-LabView). The observed case is transient phenomena in an RC circuit through real time current and voltage wave chart characteristic of a charging and discharging capacitor with a semi-automatic control. The results showed that this apparatus offers a good opportunity to be used in physics learning. In the next study, this apparatus will be used with a specific learning strategy to find its effect on the student learning performance.
In this paper, the newly-developed space systems engineering education tool "classroom pico-satellite HEPTA" is introduced. The objective of this pico-satellite HEPTA kit is easy to understand space systems ...
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(纸本)9781479976973
In this paper, the newly-developed space systems engineering education tool "classroom pico-satellite HEPTA" is introduced. The objective of this pico-satellite HEPTA kit is easy to understand space systems engineering by using low-cost component over a short amount of time. It is based on former CubeSat development experience at Nihon University, SEEDS and SPROUT. This kit can provide learning opportunity to large number of students with varied background. The minute detail of HEPTA kit of hardware & software and outline of the hands-on training is introduced in this paper.
In this paper, the hands-on learning programs of measurement technologies were developed. One program is the learning of analog signal measurement (input signal parameters and digitizing parameters of analog-to-digita...
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(纸本)9781479907571;9781479907588
In this paper, the hands-on learning programs of measurement technologies were developed. One program is the learning of analog signal measurement (input signal parameters and digitizing parameters of analog-to-digital converter) applying the simulations by MS Excel. The other program is the learning of digital signal processing (filters and Fourier analysis) applying the simulations by NI LabVIEW. The learners can change the parameters on their own PC and can confirm their effects visually. The results of the marks of the final exam and questionnaire showed that the students well understood this class and evaluated this class highly.
Chemical engineers frequently contribute to the advancement of the medical field;however, medical applications are often only covered in elective courses. To introduce medical applications into the core curriculum, we...
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Chemical engineers frequently contribute to the advancement of the medical field;however, medical applications are often only covered in elective courses. To introduce medical applications into the core curriculum, we implemented a hands-on learning tool that portrays blood separation principles through microbead settling in a core third-year chemical engineering separations class. Test scores from twenty-six students show significant growth at p < 0.001 from Pretest to Posttest I at average values of 41 % and 68 %, respectively. Posttest II scores reveal a significantly higher average score of 84 % for students who sat through lecture before the hands-on experiment in comparison to 75 % for students who first had the hands-on experiment then lecture with statistical significance of p = 0.046 and a moderate Cohen's d effect size of 0.442. Students report positive, lasting impressions from the guided-learning worksheet and hands-on learning experience on their feedback surveys and one-on-one interviews. Retention assessments from four students six months post-intervention reveal retention of concepts with an average test score of 74 %. These outcomes suggest hands-on learning tools are most impactful on conceptual and motivational gains when supplemented with pre-experiment lectures and quality complementary learning *** Abstract: A hands-on learning tool containing microbeads suspended in fluid shows blood separation principles and results in significant learning gains in a core chemical engineering separations class.
The authors present and evaluate an unplugged activity to introduce parallel computing concepts to undergraduate students. Students in five CS classrooms used a deck of playing cards in small groups to consider how pa...
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The present study examines the effects of hands-on low-cost desktop learning modules (LCDLMs) in a fluid mechanics class consisting of 27 junior-level chemical engineering students. The LCDLM is a miniaturized venturi...
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The present study examines the effects of hands-on low-cost desktop learning modules (LCDLMs) in a fluid mechanics class consisting of 27 junior-level chemical engineering students. The LCDLM is a miniaturized venturi meter with standpipes that aid in visualizing pressure trends through the device. Pre- and post-assessment questions were administered to evaluate learning gains across different levels of Bloom's Taxonomy: remember, understand, assess, analyze, and evaluate. Findings show that the LCDLMs produce statistically significant pre/post effects at higher Bloom's level questions compared to the lecture group. Additionally, questions that incorporate the LCDLM design and associated experiments show higher significance in comprehension gain in comparison to questions that are not as closely related. These findings suggest that although the LCDLMs are effective in enhancing student performance at higher Bloom's levels, the design of the assessment questions and how they relate to the LCDLM is an important factor in properly assessing the effects of our novel teaching device on student performance in the fluid mechanics course. Theoretical and practical considerations for these findings and what they mean for future assessments of the LCDLMs are discussed in this manuscript.
General chemistry is an introductory course for various university study programs and often includes a "recipe-like" approach to laboratory training, resulting in students not perceiving the training as rele...
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General chemistry is an introductory course for various university study programs and often includes a "recipe-like" approach to laboratory training, resulting in students not perceiving the training as relevant for their future studies or working lives. To address this challenge, efforts were made to increase the relevance and learning outcomes of hands-on training for bulky student cohorts from four nonchemistry study programs by introducing a novel learning experience consisting of a "get-ready step", a case-based laboratory exercise followed by peer assessment of the case report, and a reflection note. The "get-ready step" involved a traditional laboratory exercise in which students prepared reports using a template and predefined assessment criteria and received feedback from trained personnel. The case and peer assessment were designed as an assignment for a chemical analysis company involving spectrophotometric quantification of phosphate in sewage samples, with quality assurance (in terms of peer assessment) of the reports for the client. Student's (n = 266) perceived learning outcomes were collected for two academic years using a five-point Likert scale for evaluation and reflective notes. Additionally, observations in the laboratory were conducted. Approximately 90% of the students agreed or strongly agreed that the case gave them insight into the real-life application of chemistry and how chemistry can contribute to a more sustainable society and that contextualization of the laboratory assignment enhanced their learning. Many students found the case motivating, but it is worth noting that a small group found it unmotivating. Most students found the developed assessment criteria to be crucial for writing and evaluating reports. Assessment criteria and peer assessment made the students more aware of their own mistakes. Although many students had a good learning outcome from receiving feedback from fellow students, the students perceived a learning benefit
Traditional engineering education has been successful until the end of the 20th century. However, the fundamental technological changes of the past decade pose us the question whether this traditional education approa...
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(纸本)9781538677636
Traditional engineering education has been successful until the end of the 20th century. However, the fundamental technological changes of the past decade pose us the question whether this traditional education approach meets the needs of the 21st. century. It is very likely that our future engineers will have to face multidisciplinary problems, and that they will need a systemic approach to solve them. To meet these challenges it is necessary to revise the existing engineering curricula, incorporating facilities where students can design and implement projects early in the curriculum and integrated throughout, experiencing first hand how theory, computer simulation and experiments are used to develop solutions to engineering problems. This corresponds to the well known paradigm of hands-on learning. With these goals, Space Maker was created. It is a facility where students can develop their own projects, or projects proposed by faculty members as part of the courses they teach, allowing them to develop STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) skills, as well as the capabilities for team work and to communicate ideas. In this paper, several projects being carried out at Space Maker by Electronic Engineering students, are described. The projects are in the areas of mobile robots and signal processing.
Due to the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, many educational institutions have transitioned to online instruction. As a result, instructors need to investigate online small group learning opportunities...
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Due to the coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, many educational institutions have transitioned to online instruction. As a result, instructors need to investigate online small group learning opportunities to bond with their students who feel isolated from their peers due to social-distancing guidelines. In this paper, we discuss three key issues in online hands-on learning: 1) interactions, 2) equity and inclusive participation, and 3) students' readiness for hands-on or higher-level cognitive learning. We reflect on our teaching experience during the COVID-19 pandemic and offer suggestions to help instructors plan and implement online small group hands-on learning.
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