scholarly journals Assessing the Impact of Faculty Teaching, Advising, and Mentoring in an Alternative Multi-year, Interdisciplinary Capstone Design Program

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mary Raber ◽  
Susan Amato-Henderson
Keyword(s):  
Faculty Teaching ◽  
Design Program ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Capstone Design

Transitioning to Blended Learning: Understanding Student and Faculty Perceptions

2011 ◽  
Vol 15 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nanette P. Napier ◽  
Sonal Dekhane ◽  
Stella Smith
Keyword(s):  
Blended Learning ◽  
Student Performance ◽  
Liberal Arts ◽  
Faculty Perceptions ◽  
Liberal Arts College ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Faculty Teaching ◽  
Face To Face Instruction ◽  
The Impact

This paper describes the conversion of an introductory computing course to the blended learning model at a small, public liberal arts college. Blended learning significantly reduces face-to-face instruction by incorporating rich, online learning experiences. To assess the impact of blended learning on students, survey data was collected at the midpoint and end of semester, and student performance on the final exam was compared in traditional and blended learning sections. To capture faculty perspectives on teaching blended learning courses, written reflections and discussions from faculty teaching blended learning sections were analyzed. Results indicate that student performance in the traditional and blended learning sections of the course were comparable and that students reported high levels of interaction with their instructor. Faculty teaching the course share insights on transitioning to the blended learning format.

Librarians, step out of the classroom!: how improved faculty-led IL instruction improves student learning

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Meagan Lacy ◽  
Alexandra Hamlett
Keyword(s):  
Student Learning ◽  
Research Process ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Student Survey ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Actual Application ◽  
Faculty Teaching ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
The Impact

PurposeIn most higher education institutions, information literacy (IL) instruction is usually considered the purview of librarians, not disciplinary faculty. However, a small but growing body of research indicates that students learn the research process best when these skills are taught in the context of a course or a discipline. For this reason, teaching faculty should share ownership of IL instruction — but how? In this case study, community college librarians explain how they successfully trained faculty to integrate IL into their English Composition courses and teach IL independently.Design/methodology/approachUsing a multimethods approach, the investigators draw on faculty interviews, student surveys, and content analysis of student essays to evaluate the impact of faculty-led IL instruction on student learning after one semester.FindingsFaculty reported that their instruction of IL was improved, and students work better as a result of their collaboration with the librarians. Compared to previous semesters, faculty perceived gains in terms of students’ ability to synthesize and cite evidence in their writing. Student survey results indicate perceived gains in their IL skills, but an assessment of their written work reveals a discrepancy between this perception and the actual application of these skills.Research limitations/implicationsBecause there is no control group, no conclusions can be drawn as to whether faculty-led IL instruction is as effective as librarian-led IL instruction or whether students’ academic performance improves due to faculty teaching IL. However, the purpose of this study is primarily descriptive. It addresses how other libraries may create a culture of shared ownership of IL instruction on their campuses.Practical implicationsThis study offers an alternative model to library instruction and suggests ways instruction librarians can prioritize their outreach and instructional efforts to maximize impact on student learning.Originality/valueWhile much has been written about how librarians can improve IL instruction, few studies mention the role of faculty. This case study starts the conversation.

scholarly journals Examining the Impacts of a Multidisciplinary Engineering Capstone Design Program

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jacob Allenstein ◽  
Bob Rhoads ◽  
Peter Rogers ◽  
Clifford Whitfield
Keyword(s):  
Design Program ◽  
Capstone Design

Application of Tablet Computers in a Capstone Design Course

2007 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brian Surgenor ◽  
Kevin Firth
Keyword(s):  
Lecture Hall ◽  
Tablet Computers ◽  
Communication Tool ◽  
User Survey ◽  
Capstone Course ◽  
Laptop Computers ◽  
Tablet Pcs ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Individual Design ◽  
Capstone Design

Tablet PCs look much like regular laptop computers, except their digitized screens can be swiveled around, folded over, and written on with a stylus. Instructors have recognized that this simple write-on feature gives them the opportunity to change the way in which they lecture in a classroom. This paper examines the application of tablet PCs outside of the lecture hall. Specifically, it describes the application of tablet computers to a final year capstone design course. Particular applications include the replacement of the traditional individual design notebook with a shared electronic notebook and enhancement of sketching as a communication tool. A description of the capstone course is given to provide a context for how the tablets were used. The impact of the tablet PCs is discussed and the results of a user survey are presented.

scholarly journals A Unique Capstone Design Program

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin T. Hagan ◽  
Carl D. Latino
Keyword(s):  
Design Program ◽  
Capstone Design

scholarly journals Efektivitas Penggunaan Aplikasi Daring, Video Conference Dan Sosial Media Pada Mata Kuliah Komputer Grafis 1 Di Masa Pandemi Covid-19

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Haris Rustaman
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Final Exam ◽  
Visual Communication Design ◽  
Lecture Material ◽  
Learning Patterns ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Learning Development ◽  
Level Of Understanding ◽  
The Impact

Covid-19 the Impact of  application learning patterns in the world of education. This also occurs in the computer graphics 1 corses of Visual Communication Design Program, Trilogi University Jakarta. The process of delivering lecture material switches from offline to perfectly digital online by utilizing educational-based applications by Edmodo, Google Meet, and Instagram as supporters to display the final Exam. The purpose of this study was to determine the level of understanding of students in using the application. The research method used is qualitative by looking at the highest percentage of respondents (students) who use the application. The results of this study are expected to be a benchmark or input in the teaching and learning development process in the coming semester program.

Design as a Feature of Biomedical Engineering Education—Satisfying ABET and Preparing Students to Address Clinical Needs

2020 ◽  
Vol 142 (11) ◽  
Author(s):  
Michele J. Grimm
Keyword(s):  
Engineering Education ◽  
Biomedical Engineering ◽  
Design Education ◽  
Engineering Program ◽  
Current State ◽  
Design Program ◽  
Health Related ◽  
History Of ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Biomedical Engineering Education

Abstract Design is an important aspect of biomedical engineering education. It prepares students to work as part of a team to develop systems that address medical and health-related needs—and it is required to be part of an accredited undergraduate engineering program. This work looks at the history of design requirements in the U.S. and the current state of biomedical engineering curricula with respect to design. As a growing number of programs have expanded their design program beyond the capstone project, some examples of innovative programs are described. There is no single way to address design education within an undergraduate biomedical engineering program. However, intentional development of this component of the curriculum can enhance the impact on student learning and outcomes.

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