Technology-Enabled Content in Engineering Science Curriculum

University Of Cincinnati Main Campus, Cincinnati OH

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Abstract

Given the reduction in the number of students interested in preparing to become engineers, increased emphasis must be paid to retaining the students who do matriculate. Building on previous work at the University of Cincinnati, faculty in the schools of engineering and education collaborate on the use of instructional technologies as a mechanism for delivering materials that accommodate a variety of learning styles. Instructional materials based upon research into the use of instructional technologies improve student engagement and exploration. It is expected that this change can increase student satisfaction and performance in fundamental engineering science courses and their interest in fields of engineering and engineering technology. Modules, to be developed and tested are in Strength of Materials and Industrial Controllers.