Despite substantial evidence that writing can be an effective tool to promote student learning
and engagement, writing-to-learn (WTL) practices are still not widely implemented in …

In this paper we develop an analytical framework we refer to as “Becoming an Engineer” that
focuses upon changes occurring over time as students traverse their undergraduate …

The use of virtual design studios (VDS) in practice-based STEM education is increasing but
requires further research to inform understanding of student learning and success. This …

With recent calls for expanding the scope and rigor of engineering education research, use
of qualitative methods to answer research questions that can not be answered through …

Calls for engineers to communicate more effectively are ubiquitous, and engineering
education literature includes numerous examples of assignments and courses that integrate …

This paper summarizes the design and evaluation of an instructional approach aimed at
improving the writing skills of a group of undergraduate engineering students. We sought to …

This article sets the scene for this special issue of Research in Science & Technological
Education, dedicated to understanding higher education science and engineering learning …

Little is known concerning chemistry and biochemistry majors' understanding of research
and scientific inquiry. In this three-year qualitative research study, chemistry and …

Despite the importance of undergraduate research for student learning and development,
not enough work has been done to clarify its effects in different disciplinary contexts. Using …

This book captures the diversity and richness of writing as it relates to different forms of
abilities, skills, competencies, and expertise. Psychologists, educators, researchers, and …