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Use Of Eportfolio As Integrated Learning Strategy In Computer Integrated Manufacturing Online Course, V. M. Jovanovic, Megan Mize, Rochelle Rodrigo, Alok K. Verma
Use Of Eportfolio As Integrated Learning Strategy In Computer Integrated Manufacturing Online Course, V. M. Jovanovic, Megan Mize, Rochelle Rodrigo, Alok K. Verma
Engineering Technology Faculty Publications
Integrated learning is a vital strategy for engaging undergraduate Engineering students in the higher levels of learning, as it encourages students to reflect on their learning processes and draw connections between course-work and "real-world" experiences. Specifically, ePortfolios encourage novice engineers to consider their learning processes over time, drawing connections between coursework and their intended profession, as well as cultivating an online identity that supports their efforts to pursue a career in Engineering. The use of ePortfolios is one method for fostering integrative learning, focusing on the application of digital communication and assessment and awareness of self-competence. By training students to …
Investigating First-Year Engineering Students' Educational Technology Use And Academic Achievement: Development And Validation Of An Assessment Tool, Leroy L. Long Iii
Investigating First-Year Engineering Students' Educational Technology Use And Academic Achievement: Development And Validation Of An Assessment Tool, Leroy L. Long Iii
Publications
Increasing the number of Americans who graduate with a degree in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) is of compelling national interest as the world is becoming more technologically-dependent. As society changes there is a continual need for new devices, tools, and services. Therefore, what is represented as “technology” constantly changes. The underlying meaning of technology is fairly stable, but the term is employed differently across context and application. In society, a variety of technologies are used to provide people with things like food, healthcare, shelter, transportation, and entertainment. In educational settings, computers and other information technologies help individuals learn, …