Session Format

Presentation Session (20 minutes)

Location

Room 2901

Abstract for the conference program

The presentation will consist of two parts: (1) description of the introductory engineering course and the experience of using a backwards design approach to create a more learner-centered and active course and (2) group discussion of simple, successful techniques for creating a more learner-centered course. The course was redesigned as part of a preparatory teaching program for graduate students.

Proposal Track

Non-research Project

Start Date

3-9-2012 2:00 PM

End Date

3-9-2012 2:20 PM

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Redesigning and Undergraduate Engineering Course

Room 2901

The presentation will consist of two parts: (1) description of the introductory engineering course and the experience of using a backwards design approach to create a more learner-centered and active course and (2) group discussion of simple, successful techniques for creating a more learner-centered course. The course was redesigned as part of a preparatory teaching program for graduate students.