Integrating first-year engineering design and pre-service science education: a model for engineering and education collaboration to enhance K-16 STEM education

The purpose of this paper is to describe the emerging results of a collaboration between education and engineering using science activities and instructional devices produced in a specially-designed undergraduate course, Introduction to Engineering and Technology (ENGR 101). These materials were used and evaluated by senior-level education students who then provided feedback regarding the clarity of the manual, the appropriateness of the activities, and the user-friendliness of the activities and devices. The process wherein education students used and assessed the instructional activities is described. In addition, preliminary findings are provided and future work outlined.