Background Complexity theory (CT) has been used in response to the need for a different
mindset than the classical engineering paradigm. The engineering education research …

During the last 25 years, there have been many calls for new engineering competencies and
a corresponding gradual change in both curriculum and pedagogy in engineering …

Employers are seeking candidates with uniquely human, or “soft” skills to survive and thrive
in their future careers. This article aims to illuminate the soft skills gap of STEM …

Purpose This paper aims to discuss how the theory of complex thinking can be considered
an interesting element in engineering education, especially in the context in which …

Background Ample research provides evidence about the influence of effective teaching
practices on student success. Yet the adoption of such practices has been slow at many …

The engineering profession has been highlighted in the context of a growing need for
professionals capable of addressing the pressing challenges of sustainability. The purpose …

Background Much of researchers' efforts to foster wider implementation of educational
innovations in STEM has focused on understanding and facilitating the implementation …

Background Socially engaged engineering activities such as community development have
grown rapidly in popularity. The engineers who participate in these activities seem more …

The environment influences the activities undertaken by engineering educators, students,
and practitioners within a given institution or company. Established environments evoke a …

This paper explores the current research being done in the field of Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). The present study is a follow up to the paper written …