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531	MEASURING AUTHENTIC LEARNING WITHIN PURDUE UNIVERSITY’S EPICS PROGRAM Graham Pierce Lyon (16666329) 27 July 2023 (has links) <p>In this dissertation, I investigate the authentic learning experiences of students participating in the Engineering Projects in Community Service (EPICS) program at Purdue University within the framework of authentic education. Utilizing a quantitative approach, the study assesses the performance of new and returning students across five key outcomes that measure authentic learning during a single semester. The analysis of variance (ANOVA) revealed significant main effects for time of assessment and type of student on performance, with an overall improvement in all outcomes observed from mid-term to final evaluations and returning students typically outperforming new students. Interaction effects between time and type were also examined, revealing subtle yet complex dynamics in students’ learning trajectories. The findings hold implications for enhancing authentic learning, especially in engineering design contexts, and offer insights to guide future implementation of and improvements to authentic education initiatives, particularly the EPICS program. Despite certain limitations, the research opens avenues for future investigations into diverse aspects of authentic education in STEM and beyond. </p> Education assessment and evaluation Learning sciences Engineering education Authentic Education Authentic Administration Authentic Teaching Authentic Learning Authentic Assessment EPICS Program Service Learning Experiential Learning Project-Based Learning Engineering Design Constructivist Learning Theory Situated Learning Theory Quantitative Research ANOVA
532	Open Guitar Building Project Hemphill, Bill 01 January 2022 (has links) The ETSU Guitar Project’s Open Education Resource (OER) site is a repository of shareable files developed and used in the design & fabrication of electric and acoustic guitars. Begun in 2010, the ETSU Guitar Building Program is affiliated with the NSF-sponsored, national STEM Guitar Project to increase student engagement in the STEM disciplines from K-12 to Higher Ed. Guitar design, prototyping & build activities in the ENTC 3600 Manufacturing Technologies course use a hands-on mix of 2D CADD, 3D modeling, traditional woodworking, CNC routing and laser etching operations in a custom shop-type environment to create unique electric solid body and semi-hollow body electric guitars. Beginning in 2019, the Engineering Technology program faculty began partnering with faculty in ETSU’s groundbreaking Department of Bluegrass, Old Time, and Roots Music Studies program in building acoustic instruments. Designs of common and specialty acoustic instrument building including luthiers’ tooling, molds, templates, jigs and fixtures as well as alternative bracing are available from this repository. / https://dc.etsu.edu/etsu-oer/1009/thumbnail.jpg OER guitars electric guitars acoustic guitars engineering Acoustics, Dynamics, and Controls Algebra Algebraic Geometry Appalachian Studies Applied Mathematics Biology Computer-Aided Engineering and Design Engineering Education Engineering Science and Materials Forest Sciences Industrial and Product Design Manufacturing Music Other Engineering Physics Polymer and Organic Materials Polymer Chemistry Science and Mathematics Education
533	A Mathematical Theory of Communication with Graphs and Symbols Art Terlep (19194136), T. Arthur Terlep (10082101), T. Arthur Terlep (10082104) 25 July 2024 (has links) <p dir="ltr">This work will introduce a channel conceptualization and possible coding scheme for Graph-and-Symbol (GS) Communication. While Claude Shannon’s mathematical model for communication employed graphs to describe relationships and confusability among traditional time-sequenced signals, little work as been done to describe non-linear communication <i>with</i> graphs where we transmit and receive physical structures of information. The principal contribution of this work is to introduce a mathematical framework for communication with graphs which have symbols assigned to vertices. This looks like a molecule, and so we may think of these messages as coded forms of molecular communication.</p><p dir="ltr">At this time, many problems in this area will (and may remain) computationally intractable, but as the field of graph theory continues to develop, new tools and techniques may emerge to solve standing problems in this new subfield of communication.</p><p dir="ltr">Graphs present two difficulties: first, they contain ambiguities among their vertices and do not have an <i>a priori</i> canonical ordering, and second, the relationships among graphs lack structural regularities which we see in traditional error control coding lattices. There are no Galois fields to exploit over graph-based codes as we have with cyclic codes, for example. Furthermore, the shear number of graphs of order n grows so rapidly that it is difficult to account for the neighborhoods around codewords and effectively reduce communication errors which may occur. The more asymmetric a graph is, the more orderings on symbols it can support. However, asymmetries complicate the computation of channel transition probabilities, which are the cornerstone of all communication theory.</p><p dir="ltr">In the prologue, the reader will be introduced to a new educational tool for designing traditional binary cyclic codes.</p><p dir="ltr">1 through 10 will detail the development of Graph-and-Symbol (GS) Commu- nication to date followed by two example codes which demonstrate the power of structuring information on graphs.</p><p dir="ltr">Chapter 13 onward will review the preliminary work in another area of research, disjoint from the main body. It is included here for posterity and special interests in applying graphs to solving other problems in signal processing. It begins with an introduction of spacetime raythic graphs. We propose a new chamfering paradigm for connecting neighboring pixels which approximates solutions to the eikonal equation. We show that some raythic graphs possess structures with multiple, differing solutions to eikonal wavefront propagation which are essential to the construction of the Umbral Transform. This umbral transform emulates ray casting effects, such as shadows and diffraction within an image space, from a network-flow algorithm.</p><p dir="ltr">This work may be duplicated in whole or in part for educational purposes only. All other rights of this work are reserved by the author, Timothy Arthur Terlep Jr., of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN (effective August 2024), and subject to the rules and regulations of the Graduate School of Purdue University.</p><p dir="ltr">Readers may contact the author with any comments and questions at <b>taterlep@gmail.com</b></p> Data communications Signal processing Engineering education Spatial data and applications graph theory combinatorics applied algebra communication theory information theory Shannon information content applied graphs Symbol rate optimization Automorphism group
534	BBT Side Mold Assy Hemphill, Bill 07 June 2022 (has links) This electronic document file set covers the design and fabrication information of the ETSU Guitar Building Project’s BBT (OM-sized) Side Mold Assy for use with the STEM Guitar Project’s standard acoustic guitar kit. The extended 'as built' data set contains an overview file and companion video, the 'parent' CADD drawing, CADD data for laser etching and cutting a drill &/or layout template, CADD drawings in AutoCAD .DWG and .DXF R12 formats of the centerline tool paths for creating the mold assembly pieces on an AXYZ CNC router, and support documentation for CAM applications including router bit specifications, feeds, speed, multi-pass data, and layer names (formatted for AXYZ's ToolPath CAM software). BBT acoustic guitar mold side assembly CAD CADD DWG CNC router luthier ETSU OM orchestra model STEM kit storefront plywood MDF edges centerline toolpaths laser template Acoustics, Dynamics, and Controls Algebra Algebraic Geometry Appalachian Studies Applied Mathematics Biology Computer-Aided Engineering and Design Engineering Education Engineering Science and Materials Forest Sciences Industrial and Product Design Manufacturing Music Other Engineering Physics Polymer and Organic Materials Polymer Chemistry Science and Mathematics Education
535	Software Internationalization: A Framework Validated Against Industry Requirements for Computer Science and Software Engineering Programs Vũ, John Huân 01 March 2010 (has links) View John Huân Vũ's thesis presentation at http://youtu.be/y3bzNmkTr-c. In 2001, the ACM and IEEE Computing Curriculum stated that it was necessary to address "the need to develop implementation models that are international in scope and could be practiced in universities around the world." With increasing connectivity through the internet, the move towards a global economy and growing use of technology places software internationalization as a more important concern for developers. However, there has been a "clear shortage in terms of numbers of trained persons applying for entry-level positions" in this area. Eric Brechner, Director of Microsoft Development Training, suggested five new courses to add to the computer science curriculum due to the growing "gap between what college graduates in any field are taught and what they need to know to work in industry." He concludes that "globalization and accessibility should be part of any course of introductory programming," stating: A course on globalization and accessibility is long overdue on college campuses. It is embarrassing to take graduates from a college with a diverse student population and have to teach them how to write software for a diverse set of customers. This should be part of introductory software development. Anything less is insulting to students, their family, and the peoples of the world. There is very little research into how the subject of software internationalization should be taught to meet the major requirements of the industry. The research question of the thesis is thus, "Is there a framework for software internationalization that has been validated against industry requirements?" The answer is no. The framework "would promote communication between academia and industry ... that could serve as a common reference point in discussions." Since no such framework for software internationalization currently exists, one will be developed here. The contribution of this thesis includes a provisional framework to prepare graduates to internationalize software and a validation of the framework against industry requirements. The requirement of this framework is to provide a portable and standardized set of requirements for computer science and software engineering programs to teach future graduates. Software Internationalization Software Localization Software Globalization Computer Science Education Software Engineering Education Industry Survey Industry Questionnaire Industry Case Study Statistics Hypothesis Testing Applied Statistics Categorical Data Analysis Clinical Trials Curriculum and Instruction Design of Experiments and Sample Surveys Educational Psychology Graphics and Human Computer Interfaces International and Comparative Education Other Applied Mathematics Other Computer Sciences Other Education Other Mathematics Other Physical Sciences and Mathematics Other Statistics and Probability Software Engineering Statistical Methodology Statistical Models Statistics and Probability
536	BBT Acoustic Alternative Top Bracing CADD Data Set-NoRev-2022Jun28 Hemphill, Bill 22 July 2022 (has links) This electronic document file set consists of an overview presentation (PDF-formatted) file and companion video (MP4) and CADD files (DWG & DXF) for laser cutting the ETSU-developed alternate top bracing designs and marking templates for the STEM Guitar Project’s BBT (OM-sized) standard acoustic guitar kit. The three (3) alternative BBT top bracing designs in this release are (a) a one-piece base for the standard kit's (Martin-style) bracing, (b) 277 Ladder-style bracing, and (c) an X-braced fan-style bracing similar to traditional European or so-called 'classical' acoustic guitars. The CADD data set for each of the three (3) top bracing designs includes (a) a nominal 24" x 18" x 3mm (0.118") Baltic birch plywood laser layout of (1) the one-piece base with slots, (2) pre-radiused and pre-scalloped vertical braces with tabs to ensure proper orientation and alignment, and (3) various gages and jigs and (b) a nominal 15" x 20" marking template. The 'provided as is" CADD data is formatted for use on a Universal Laser Systems (ULS) laser cutter digital (CNC) device. Each CADD drawing is also provided in two (2) formats: Autodesk AutoCAD 2007 .DWG and .DXF R12. Users should modify and adapt the CADD data as required to fit their equipment. This CADD data set is released and distributed under a Creative Commons license; users are also encouraged to make changes o the data and share (with attribution) their designs with the worldwide acoustic guitar building community. BBT acoustic guitar brace bracing top CADD CAD DWG DXF R12 lutier ETSU OM orchestra model STEM STEM Guitar building project kit storefront 3mm 0.118" Baltic birch plywood sheet 24 18 3mm 0.118 laser cut engrave etch marking template layout Martin Martin-style X-brace X-bracing X-braced X tone arm tonal variant alternative alt ladder 277 fan classicial European tab slot bump out radiused 300 inch 25 foot 762 meter radius base vertical scallop glue wood go-bar go bar deck jig fixture gage gauge headstock head plate neck contour fret stack stackable align alignment position orientation vertical perpendicular T1 upper bout lower kerfing sand chisel shape weight lighten light tone tap carbon-dioxide CO2 10.6 µm Universal Laser Systems ULS workboard waxed baker sheet Acoustics, Dynamics, and Controls Adult and Continuing Education Algebraic Geometry Appalachian Studies Art Education Educational Technology Elementary Education and Teaching Engineering Education Geometry and Topology Harmonic Analysis and Representation Higher Education and Teaching Industrial and Product Design Manufacturing Music Music Education Other Engineering Science and Materials Polymer and Organic Materials Science and Mathematics Education Secondary Education and Teaching Structural Materials Vocational Education
537	BBT Acoustic Alternative Top Bracing CADD Data Set-NoRev-2022Jun28 Hemphill, Bill 22 July 2022 (has links) This electronic document file set consists of an overview presentation (PDF-formatted) file and companion video (MP4) and CADD files (DWG & DXF) for laser cutting the ETSU-developed alternate top bracing designs and marking templates for the STEM Guitar Project’s BBT (OM-sized) standard acoustic guitar kit. The three (3) alternative BBT top bracing designs in this release are (a) a one-piece base for the standard kit's (Martin-style) bracing, (b) 277 Ladder-style bracing, and (c) an X-braced fan-style bracing similar to traditional European or so-called 'classical' acoustic guitars. The CADD data set for each of the three (3) top bracing designs includes (a) a nominal 24" x 18" x 3mm (0.118") Baltic birch plywood laser layout of (1) the one-piece base with slots, (2) pre-radiused and pre-scalloped vertical braces with tabs to ensure proper orientation and alignment, and (3) various gages and jigs and (b) a nominal 15" x 20" marking template. The 'provided as is" CADD data is formatted for use on a Universal Laser Systems (ULS) laser cutter digital (CNC) device. Each CADD drawing is also provided in two (2) formats: Autodesk AutoCAD 2007 .DWG and .DXF R12. Users should modify and adapt the CADD data as required to fit their equipment. This CADD data set is released and distributed under a Creative Commons license; users are also encouraged to make changes o the data and share (with attribution) their designs with the worldwide acoustic guitar building community. BBT acoustic guitar brace bracing top CADD CAD DWG DXF R12 lutier ETSU OM orchestra model STEM STEM Guitar building project kit storefront 3mm 0.118" Baltic birch plywood sheet 24 18 3mm 0.118 laser cut engrave etch marking template layout Martin Martin-style X-brace X-bracing X-braced X tone arm tonal variant alternative alt ladder 277 fan classicial European tab slot bump out radiused 300 inch 25 foot 762 meter radius base vertical scallop glue wood go-bar go bar deck jig fixture gage gauge headstock head plate neck contour fret stack stackable align alignment position orientation vertical perpendicular T1 upper bout lower kerfing sand chisel shape weight lighten light tone tap carbon-dioxide CO2 10.6 µm Universal Laser Systems ULS workboard waxed baker sheet Acoustics, Dynamics, and Controls Adult and Continuing Education Algebra Algebraic Geometry Appalachian Studies Applied Mathematics Art Education Biology Computer-Aided Engineering and Design Educational Technology Elementary Education and Teaching Engineering Education Engineering Science and Materials Forest Sciences Geometry and Topology Harmonic Analysis and Representation Industrial and Product Design Manufacturing Music Music Education Other Engineering Other Engineering Science and Materials Physics Polymer and Organic Materials Polymer Chemistry Science and Mathematics Education Secondary Education and Teaching Structural Materials Vocational Education

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