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Adoption of computational modelling in introductory engineering course modules: A case study

Nyamapfene, A; (2019) Adoption of computational modelling in introductory engineering course modules: A case study. In: Proceedings of the 8th Research in Engineering Education Symposium, REES 2019 - Making Connections. (pp. pp. 862-864). REES: Cape Town, South Africa. Green open access

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Abstract

This study seeks to explain the adoption and use of computational modelling and simulation across introductory engineering modules following the advent of the Integrated Engineering Programme (IEP) curriculum framework in 2013. Rogers’ (2003) diffusion of innovations theory served as the theoretical framework for this study. Findings from the study suggest that there is a correlation between academics’ views and perceptions of active learning methods and their adoption of computational tools in their teaching. In addition, the study also suggests that the adoption of computational tools at both individual and departmental level bears some correlation to their perception of, and commitment to the values espoused by the IEP.

Type: Proceedings paper
Title: Adoption of computational modelling in introductory engineering course modules: A case study
Event: 8th Research in Engineering Education Symposium (REES 2019)
ISBN-13: 9780799226003
Open access status: An open access version is available from UCL Discovery
Publisher version: http://www.rees2019.com/
Language: English
Additional information: This version is the author accepted manuscript. For information on re-use, please refer to the publisher’s terms and conditions.
UCL classification: UCL
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS > Faculty of Engineering Science
UCL > Provost and Vice Provost Offices > UCL BEAMS > Faculty of Engineering Science > Engineering Science Faculty Office
URI: https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10084822
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