Abstract
This paper studies and quantifies the impact of active learning experienced through multinational projects. The hypothesis was engineering education delivered through Active Learning in multicultural environment improves student competencies. The investigation captures the impact of international exposure program in developing global competencies of the modern engineer. The paper shows positive trends in the development of domain and life skills of engineering students. Post-survey after six months of completion of the program revealed that the program was valuable to students and their motivation increased.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of the 2020 IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference, EDUCON 2020 |
Editors | Alberto Cardoso, Gustavo R. Alves, Teresa Restivo |
Publisher | IEEE Computer Society |
Pages | 51-55 |
Number of pages | 5 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781728109305 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2020 |
Externally published | Yes |
Event | 11th IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference, EDUCON 2020 - Porto, Portugal Duration: 27 Apr 2020 → 30 Apr 2020 |
Publication series
Name | IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference, EDUCON |
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Volume | 2020-April |
ISSN (Print) | 2165-9559 |
ISSN (Electronic) | 2165-9567 |
Conference
Conference | 11th IEEE Global Engineering Education Conference, EDUCON 2020 |
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Country/Territory | Portugal |
City | Porto |
Period | 27/04/20 → 30/04/20 |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© 2020 IEEE.
Keywords
- Active learning
- Engineering education
- Global competencies
- Multinational projects