Reviews concerns with the current educational environment in higher education science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), such as the sheer size of the enterprise and the focus on research to the detriment of student learning. Calls for a visible and persistent national commitment to educational reform and renewal. (EV)

Discusses why science and mathematics should be a central part of liberal education. Also asserts that in addition to learning the habits of mind and forms of expression and inquiry of science and mathematics, students majoring in a science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) field should be expected to acquire the qualities of a…

Discusses the central role grants officers have in promoting institutional progress in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. (EV)

In a capstone course, graduate students from two universities participated in collaborative design in the architectural, engineering, and construction industries in multidisciplinary teams via the Internet. Students also developed process designs to integrate technology into multidisciplinary teamwork, combining active and reflective learning.…

Examines achievement-related beliefs among a group of (n=238) college students in engineering (38 female, 104 male) and non-engineering majors (57 female, 39 male) to understand why women enter engineering majors at a lower rate and are more likely than men to leave such majors. (Contains 41 references.) (Author/YDS)

Introduces an evaluation method for the assessment of a single exam which also generates feedback for teachers. Provides a grade and identifies weaknesses in a student's knowledge and teaching. (YDS)

Presents strategies for improving the quality of student learning in the context of a final undergraduate project in mechanical engineering. Assesses outcomes of changing practice and shows that careful selection of project topics, good balanced groups, and individual tutorials stimulating peer interaction can foster a deep approach to learning.…

Describes an engineering design course that is taught at the postsecondary level but can be adapted for secondary education. It presents the steps in the design process and illustrates, using a matrix, the tradeoffs necessary in design. (JOW)

Describes the design of the building named in the title. Includes photographs. (EV)

Data from three graduate programs using advanced learning technologies (ALTs) identified important human factors issues in technology use in three categories: learners (needs, skills, support, and motivation related to ALTs); faculty (attitudes, skills, support, and motivation related to ALTs); and technical staff (methods of providing assistance,…

Addresses the question of how closely the objectives of industry and engineering education should be aligned. Examines trends in college-business relationships using the example of California Polytechnic State University. Reflects on benefits and problems of closer connections with industry. (SK)

Focuses on the language of civil engineering as manifested in the professional journal "Civil Engineering ASCE." Articles are analyzed, both syntactically and lexically, in terms of three major rhetorical functions: description, prescription, and persuasion. (17 references) (GLR)

Describes 10 science fiction stories for young readers whose contents address recent developments on the frontiers of scientific research, including genetic engineering, artificial intelligence, and robotics. The use of these materials to inform young readers about the issues and dangers involved in scientific developments is discussed. (CLB)

Strategies for integrating engineering courses for nonmajors into the liberal arts curriculum are examined, and the potential problems are discussed. (MSE)

Discusses the product of alkenes, including isopropyl alcohol, ethylene, propylene, thermoplastics, and synthetic rubber. The developments and chemical formulas of the products are described. (YP)