ASEE’S Conference Connection –
Saturday, June 9
Highlights from Saturday:
Today’s highlights were the 9th annual ASEE Workshop on K-12 Engineering Education, presented by Dassault Systèmes, and opening day of the ASEE International Forum.
The daylong workshop introduced K-12 teachers to effective, innovative engineering education resources designed for the K-12 classrooms—and included a luncheon sponsored by Wal-Mart. Noteworthy presentations included “Engaging a School District in STEM Reform through Engineering,” by speakers from Mobile, Ala., and “Teaching STEM Principles Through the Design, Construction and Deployment of Water Quality Sensors,” from the University of South Florida. Joining us was the President of the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA), who discussed the Next Generation Science Standards and the ongoing collaboration between ASEE and NSTA.
Thanks to all the sponsors, educators, and volunteers who helped make ASEE’s 2012 K-12 Workshop such a success!
Some photos from the workshop:
Xavier Fouger of Dassault Systèmes delivering the opening plenary keynote
An attendee of ASEE's presentation on eGFI attempting to create the largest free-standing structure that supports a marshmallow.
Attendees of the Perspiring Penguins session experimenting with an artificial habitat.
Attendees of the Integrating Science and Math Content Using Engineering and LEGO Mindstorms session
ASEE’s inaugural International Forum, presented in collaboration with sister engineering education societies from China, India, Japan, Korea, and Malaysia, offered a host of insights on engineering education. Sessions examined a hands-on lab for first-year female students and the accreditation of engineering education in South Korea. Hyungsub Choi, assistant professor of materials science and engineering at Seoul National University (SNU) and head of planning at the Global Education Center for Engineers, discussed online teaching as a tool for global engineering education, including his experience teaching engineering project management, ethics, and other courses to South Korean engineering schools through the center’s network. The International Forum continues through noon on Sunday, with several interactive sessions led by industry and faculty on developing global engineers.
A group participating in the Industry Lead Interactive Session presented by IUPUI
Tom Katsouleas giving a presentation on the follow-up to the ASEE International Symposium in Shanghai, China
Chair-elect of the International Division, Eck Doerry (left)
ASEE International Advisory Committee member, Paul Peercy (left)
International Forum Poster Session and Welome Reception
Several ASEE groups, including the Diversity Committee and Professional Interest Group chairs, also met today.
What’s on Tomorrow:
It’s opening day. Registration is in Exhibit Hall C from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The East Registration Area includes a free WiFi zone for attendees. Sunday’s highlights include workshops on virtual games to teach civil engineering concepts (with stipends for participants); From Sundials to Semiconductors, a hands-on, interdisciplinary lesson on teaching materials science and engineering via history; developing active-learning classroom exercises for use on tablet PCs (with free software); and next-generation outreach programs and assessments.
The International Forum continues through noon with several industry-led interactive sessions on global engineering education.
New to ASEE or a first-time conference attendee? Join the ASEE Board of Directors at the annual Greet the Stars Reception for newcomers, 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. New this year: the ASEE Division Mixer and Focus on Exhibits Welcome Reception. Both meet-and-mingle opportunities are free and open to all attendees.
For the titles, times, and locations of all workshops and other events, visit the online session locator. You can build an individual matrix or use a keyword search to find topics of interest.
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