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The
impact of engineering on K-12 students' problem solving skills
This research project will look to evaluate and understand how the problem
solving skills of students who are engaged with hands-on open ended design
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Robotics: Fundamentals of IT and Engineering - The project
addresses the urgent need to enhance students’ interest and performance
in STEM courses. In the near term, project leaders are helping Massachusetts
schools and students meet statewide academic standards. |
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Effects of STOMP on Engineering Students' Attitudes and Understandings
Toward the Engineering Design Process - This disseration
work will analyze the effects related to understandings, attitudes, confidence,
and communication skills directly resultant from an educational outreach
experience. |
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Educatiional
Value of Engineering Design Activities in the Science Classroom.
The goal of this research is to determine and analyze the effects of using
engineering design activities and instructional technologies on students
motivation and understanding of science and mathematics concepts. |
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Effects of Engineering Design Pedagogy on the Learning of Science Fundamentals in Grades 3-5
This research addresses the need for improved
learning and teaching of elementary-level science through the development,
implementation, and evaluation of engineering-based science curriculum for
grades 3-5. |
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