A Project-Based Learning Approach to Design Electronic Systems Curricula

Macías-Guarasa, Javier; Montero, Juan Manuel; San-Segundo, Rubén; Araújo, Álvaro; Nieto–Taladriz, Octavio

doi:10.1109/te.2006.879784

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“…PbL projects are not trivial tasks [15] and normally address non-trivial challenges [18]. PbL engages the students in authentic experiences that foster self-regulated learning, and in defining their own objectives within the limits of the course [19]. PbL methods have been successfully applied in K-12 [17] and in higher education [20].…”

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Problem-centric Process for Research-based Learning

Shaban

Abdulwahed²,

Younes³

2015

Int. J. Eng. Ped.

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Abstract-Research-based Learning (RbL) extends Inquiry and Project-based Learning by facilitating an early stage exposure and training for future scientists through authentic research activities. In this paper, an iterative problemcentric RbL process is introduced, and its activities and management aspects are described. The process helps implement course-integrated research systematically and practically. Furthermore, the novel process follows constructivist methods in incorporating inquiry, scaffolding, open-ended projects, as well as a goal oriented learning approach. The RbL process is adopted in two advanced computing courses, at two different universities: a leading comprehensive Western university and a new university in a developing country. The paper summarizes new lessons learned in these rewarding experiences. In particular, the instructor should help students start their projects, by providing them with previous work or data and pre-approving the papers to review by students. He should also maintain a continuous feedback to and from students to keep the students motivated and help the instructor refine and adapt the RBL process. We note that research collaborators can help students in identifying the research topics early. The paper also shows how to alleviate difficulties that may be encountered by students who find the novel approach demanding, and consequently it also helps the instructors better manage the course contents.

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Section: Introduction Imentioning

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Problem-centric Process for Research-based Learning

Shaban

Abdulwahed²,

Younes³

2015

Int. J. Eng. Ped.

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“…Project-based learning is a popular education method in engineering curricula, as shown in [8], [3], [7]. Projects represent the hands-on component of engineering courses, where students apply theoretical knowledge in the context of a specific application.…”

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Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning in Ergonomics for Software Engineers: A Case Study

Albu

Malakuti

Tuokko

et al. 2008

2008 the Third International Conference on Software Engineering Advances

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This paper discusses an interdisciplinary educational initiative led by an instructional team with backgrounds in engineering and psychology in the context of an ergonomics course for software engineers. Our case study evaluates the educational outcomes of a course project that dealt with the error analysis and prototype-level redesign of a software tool for elderly users. The paper presents the rationale for the choice of this project, the project organization, and the evaluation of project-related outcomes with respect to the course learning objectives.

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“…This work was supported in part by UPM under innovation projects university teaching it has been applied to a wide variety of disciplines from business to science [4] [5]; but most applications have been in engineering courses [6] [7]. Compared to traditional teaching, PBL technique reveals a higher degree of learning [8] [9].…”

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Development of a Wiimote-based Gesture Recognizer in a Microprocessor Laboratory Course

Leal

Fernandez-Rodrigues

Montero

2011

Int. J. Emerg. Technol. Learn.

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Abstract-This gesture recognizer, developed by students in a third-year microprocessor-based laboratory course, takes Wii remote (Wiimote) as an input device to estimate the movements of the user and to compare the detected trajectory with the previously learnt movements, in order to carry out the associated actions. Such a cheap state-of-the-art wireless user interface is very attractive for the students and can be used in many interactive applications, from robotics to virtual reality and multimedia presentations. By combining commercially-available hardware, pattern-matching techniques and programming skills, we are able to foster students' interest on developing innovative potentially-marketable systems. This freeware project, implemented as a configurable publicly-available library, can be adapted to the needs of any course or student. In our laboratory this open-source DLL is used for remotely controlling a robot (based on an open-hardware Arduino platform), using a PC and the Wiimote, although the DLL can be integrated in any C, C++, Java or C# project. A GUI application (based on a Model-ViewPresenter paradigm) is also provided and can be used as a template for new applications or just for debugging purposes. Although the developed application only uses data from the accelerometers, data from the infrared camera and buttons of the Wiimote is also available.

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A Project-Based Learning Approach to Design Electronic Systems Curricula

Cited by 153 publications

References 8 publications

Problem-centric Process for Research-based Learning

Problem-centric Process for Research-based Learning

Interdisciplinary Project-Based Learning in Ergonomics for Software Engineers: A Case Study

Development of a Wiimote-based Gesture Recognizer in a Microprocessor Laboratory Course

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