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Download full textDeniz, Hasan; Kaya, Erdogan; Yesilyurt, Ezgi; Newley, Anne; Lin, Emily – Journal of Learning and Teaching in Digital Age, 2021
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) entered the general lexicon in the United States within the last ten years. Both Presidents Obama and Trump emphasized STEM education as a priority for the United States because the number of college graduates with STEM degrees is perceived as an important factor contributing to the global…
Descriptors: STEM Education, Science Programs, Robotics, Interdisciplinary Approach
Peer reviewedKing, Mary C. – European Journal of Engineering Education, 1988
Examines reasons for dissatisfaction with the limitations of single-discipline approaches to engineering education. Considers the development of a systems-based interdisciplinary course. Provides an example at the University of Bradford. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Engineering Education, Foreign Countries
Peer reviewedFincham, Robin; Roslender, Robin – European Journal of Engineering Education, 1988
Describes the development of systems thinking and the form taken in the study of work and organizations. Discusses some criticisms from social scientists. Explores the relationship among systems, interdisciplinarity, and engineering education. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Engineering Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedVasko, Tibor – European Journal of Engineering Education, 1988
Discusses the necessity of interdisciplinary and systems approaches in engineering education for analyzing complex issues. Presents several recent problems. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Engineering Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedNiemi, Antti J. – European Journal of Engineering Education, 1988
Recommends systems subjects as part of college curricula for providing students with broader skills and with background that does not become outdated. Topics included are requirements of a basic examination, cooperation with other professionals, and examples of systems technologies and interdisciplinary research. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Engineering Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedFordyce, Derek – European Journal of Engineering Education, 1988
Argues that systems thinking can be developed by experiential learning activities which complement both intradisciplinary projects and technical knowledge inputs. Discusses the development of systems thinking, the form of engineering curricula, and assessment. (Author/YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Curriculum Design, Engineering Education, Higher Education
Peer reviewedHansen, Peter H. – Environmentalist, 1995
Describes environmental projects completed by Worcester Polytechnic Institute students in Bangkok, Venice, and Guayaquil as part of a program studying the interaction of science or technology and society. The lessons provide a model for environmental education at other institutions. These interdisciplinary projects promote environmental awareness…
Descriptors: Conservation Education, Ecology, Engineering Education, Environmental Education
Muller, Carol B.; Collier, John P. – 1995
This paper describes a program sponsored by Dartmouth's Thayer School of Engineering for high school science and mathematics teachers that includes an intensive summer workshop, post-workshop consultation and communication with the Thayer School staff and other past participants, and materials development. The program offers teachers a framework…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Course Content, Critical Thinking, Educational Change
