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Hughes, Andrew J.; Denson, Cameron D. – Journal of Technology Education, 2021
Highly proficient expert engineers begin the iterative process of design by thoroughly investigating the design problem. Engineering students are often distracted by surface details, leading to a faulty conception of the problem and inappropriate solution strategies. Adequate problem-scoping is arguably the most important step in the design…
Descriptors: Scaffolding (Teaching Technique), Middle School Students, High School Students, Design
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Weber, Katherine – Journal of Technology Education, 2012
Today, more women than in the past obtain degrees in science and engineering. However, women still remain underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). This study identifies whether the Engagement, Capacity, and Continuity (ECC) Trilogy could be utilized by teachers in technology and engineering program setting to…
Descriptors: Females, Student Motivation, Student Attitudes, Gender Differences