"Shaping the Future through Global Partnerships"
Hosted by BoÄŸaziçi University
Conrad Hilton, Istanbul, Turkey
October 1 - 4, 2007
The American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) presents an annual global colloquium that unites the diverse elements of the international engineering education world while focusing on issues of interest to the international engineering education community. The colloquium, held annually in locations such as Berlin, Beijing and Sydney with the assistance of engineering education organizations from the host country, links engineering educators across international borders and brings together teachers and researchers who would otherwise never have an opportunity to meet and exchange ideas and viewpoints.
ASEE is excited to present the 2nd Annual ASEE Global Student Forum on Engineering Education, hosted at BoÄŸaziçi University. The Student Forum will provide the opportunity for engineering students from around the world to meet, exchange ideas, and discuss issues related to engineering education and professional development in the global context. Students will be looking to identify areas of continued collaboration for strengthening the global network of engineering students. (Pre-registration Required)
Please join us as we kickoff the 6th annual ASEE Global Colloquium on Engineering Education with an elegant reception at beautiful BoÄŸaziçi University. Complimentary transportation to and fromthe reception will be provided from the Conrad Hilton. The Opening Reception is complimentary for full paid registrants and $40 pp for non-registrants or extra tickets.
Hoshgoru Concert by Istanbul Sazendeleri – “The Sound of Love, in Silence and in a Single Breath” Sponsored by Intekno
“Istanbul Sazendeleri,” founded in 1999, will introduce you to instrumental Turkish music. The group, each masters on their own instruments, has performed at many universities and conservatories such as BoÄŸaziçi, ODTU, Ege, Van 100. Yıl, Gaziantep and Erciyes, Konya Selcuk Universities. Open your ears and your minds to discover the tradition and beauty lying in their music!
The Main Plenary is traditionally the most highly anticipated session at the ASEE Global Colloquium on Engineering Education with over 500 attendees enjoying this important keynote address. This year, ASEE is pleased to have the participation of Dr. William A. Wulf, a dynamic, visionary leader in engineering and technology education.
Dr. William A. Wulf is the immediate past President of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). Together with its sibling, the National Academy of Sciences, the NAE is both an honorific organization and an independent, authoritative advisor to the government on issues involving science and technology. Earlier, Dr. Wulf was an Assistant Director of the National Science Foundation, Founder and CEO of Tartan Laboratories, and a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Virginia and Carnegie Mellon University.
Dr. Wulf is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a Corresponding Member of the Academia Espanola De Ingeniera, a Member of the Academy Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria), a foreign member of the Engineering Academy of Japan, and a Foreign Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. He is also a Fellow of five professional societies: the ACM, the IEEE, the AAAS, IEC, and AWIS. He is the author of over 100 papers and technical reports, has written three books, holds two US Patents, and has supervised over 25 Ph.D.'s in Computer Science.
Buses will depart Conrad Hilton lobby at 20:00
Experience the unique cuisine and entertainment of Istabulin! This program will feature a Turkish music band, belly dancers, folk dances and delicious, traditional cuisine.
Don’t miss an enchanting evening with Turkey’s finest entertainers! Complimentary transportation to and from Istabulin will be provided from the Conrad Hilton.
This is a can't miss event and a truly magical evening waiting to be enjoyed. Experience the sun going down over the shimmering waters of Istanbul's magnificent Bosphorus by night, while gently cruising aboard this private vessel. Float by ornate Ottoman palaces and grand villas....See the skyline touched with great rounded domes aside elegant minaret's...Watch the city lights dancing across the waters from Europe to Asia, fusing reflections of golds, reds and oranges. Complimentary transportation to and from the cruise vessel will be provided from the Conrad Hilton. Admission to this event is complimentary with a full paid registration. Additional tickets are $75 (US dollar) pp.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
9:15 am - 10:30 am
Conrad Hilton
The Main Plenary is traditionally the most highly anticipated session at the ASEE Global Colloquium on Engineering Education with over 500 attendees enjoying this important keynote address. This year, ASEE is pleased to have the participation of Dr. William A. Wulf, a dynamic, visionary leader in engineering and technology education.
Dr. William A. Wulf is the immediate past President of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE). Together with its sibling, the National Academy of Sciences, the NAE is both an honorific organization and an independent, authoritative advisor to the government on issues involving science and technology. Earlier, Dr. Wulf was an Assistant Director of the National Science Foundation, Founder and CEO of Tartan Laboratories, and a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Virginia and Carnegie Mellon University.
Dr. Wulf is a member of the National Academy of Engineering, a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, a Corresponding Member of the Academia Espanola De Ingeniera, a Member of the Academy Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria), a foreign member of the Engineering Academy of Japan, and a Foreign Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences. He is also a Fellow of five professional societies: the ACM, the IEEE, the AAAS, IEC, and AWIS. He is the author of over 100 papers and technical reports, has written three books, holds two US Patents, and has supervised over 25 Ph.D.'s in Computer Science.
For complete session information, please visit our Program Details.
Dr. Orhan AlankuÅŸ, TOFAÅž Platform A.Åž., General Manager
Jean-Eric Aubert, Lead Specialist, Knowledge for Development Program, World Bank Institute
Jorge Audy, Vice Rector for Research and Director PUCRS Tech Park, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul
Caroline Baillie, Professor of Engineering Education, Queen’s University
Dr. Frank Stefan Becker, Senior Consultant, Siemens AG
Jonte Bernhard, Associate Professor in Experimental Physics, Linkopings Universitet and Chairman, Swedish Science Education Research Association
Andrej Bulat, Student, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiroand Ecole des Mines
Dr. C. Sidney Burrus, Research Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Rice University
Jenni Case, Senior Lecturer, University of Capetown
Dr. Canan Cilingir, Vice Rector, Middle East Technical University
Elisabeth Crépon, Vice President for External Affairs, Ecole Polytechnique
Mats Daniels, Senior Lecturer and Director of Undergraduate Education, Uppsala University
Erik deGraaf, Head, Department of Education and Technology, and Associate Profesor, Educational Innovation, Delft University of Technology
Kevin Dickey, Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC)
Prof. Yücel Ercan, TOBB University of Economics and Technology, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Chairman
Michael Flanagan, Professor, University College London
Xavier Fouger, Director, Dassault Systèmes Global Learning & PLM Academy
Duncan Fraser, Professor of Chemical Engineering, University of Capetown and Assistant Dean for Academic Development, Faculty of Engineering, Buildt Environment at UCT
David Fuller, Director Tech Incubator, PUC-Chile
Dr. Eckhard A. Groll, Professor of Mechanical Engineering, Director of Global Initiatives, Co-operative Education and Professional Experiences, Purdue University
Alison Halstead, Pro Vice Chancellor: Learning and Teaching, Aston University
Professor Daniel Hastings, Dean for Undergraduate Education, MIT
Dr. Cemil İnan, Arçelik A.Åž. Ar-Ge Merkezi
Julia Ivanova, Student Co-Chair, BEST Student Association, Technical University of Denmark
Alan Jacobs, Senior Manager, University Programs, Autodesk, Inc
Robin King, Emeritus Professor, University of South Australia
Prof. Kemal Kirisci, Director, European Studies Center, BoÄŸaziçi University
Anette Kolmos, Professor in Engineering Education and PBL, and Chairholder for UNESCO Chair in Problem Based Learning, Aalborg University
Vinnie Jauhari, Manager, University Relations India, Hewlett-Packard
Bruno Laporte, Manager, Knowledge and Human Development, World Bank Institute
Dr. Maria Larrondo-Petrie, Professor and Associate Dean of Academic & International Affairs, Florida Atlantic University
Professor Jack R. Lohmann, Vice Provost, Georgia Institute of Technology
Paul Kontogiorgis, Co-founder and Program Director of the Services Sciences, Management and Engineering IT Services Curriculum Program, IBM
Joyce Malyn-Smith, Director Strategic Initiatives in Workforce and Human Development, EDC, Newton, MA, USA
Denis McGrath, Engineers Ireland, Registrar
Jean Michel, Editor, European Journal of Engineering Education, France
Mr. Haldun Midoglu, Mng. Director of Yenel Elect
John Mihalec, IBM Vice President Corporate Affairs, Europe, Middle East, Africa
Lueny Morell, Hewlett-Packard, Director University Relations
Fouad Mrad, Professor in the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department at the American University of Beirut, Lebanon
Dr. Heide Naderer, Director, International Office, RWTH AACHEN UNIVERSITY
Frank Navran, Founder and Principal Consultant, Navran Associates
Trevor Newsom, Director Research and Regional Services, Queen's University Belfast
William Oakes, Interim Director of the EPICS Program and Associate Professor, Engineering Education, Purdue University
Prof Dr. Ingyu Oh, Professor of Innovation Management, Middle East Technical University, NCC
Prof. Ziya Onis, Director of the Graduate School of Social Sciences and Humanities, Koc University
Madan Padaki, Co-Founder & CEO, MeritTrac
Dr. Erbil Payzin, Payzin Danismanlik Ltd. Sti.
April Julich Perez, Coordinator, MIT-France Program
Jane Pritchard, Lecturer, University of Glasgow
David Radcliffe, Thiess Professor of Engineering and Professional Development, The University of Queensland
Prof. Ayse Senatalar, EQ&M Track Co-Chair, Istanbul Technical University
David Smith, Kaplan University, School of Information Systems and Technology, Department Chair, Academic Strategies
Allen Soyster, Director of Engineering Education and Centers, National Science Foundation (NSF)
Carel Steensma, Secretary General, The UNITECH International Program
Prof. Jörg Steinbach, Vice President of the University of Technology, Berlin and incoming President of SEFI
Ruth A. Streveler, Assistant Professor of Engineering, Purdue University, USA
Prof. Dr. Gunduz Ulusoy, TUSIAD-Sabanci University Competitiveness Forum, Director
Anuja Utz, Acting Program Leader, Program on Knowledge for Development (K4D), World Bank Institute
Dr. Jorge I. Vélez Arocho, Chancellor, University of Puerto Rico - Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
Henk Vos, Assistant Professor and Educational Consultant, Department of Electrical Engineering, Universite of Twente
Natalie Wagner, Student Participant, Colorado School of Mines
Dr. Raymond Wagner
Dr. Bernd Widdig, EQ&M Track Co-Chair, Director of the Office of International Programs, Boston College
Dr. Thomas Winkelmann, Head of Human Resources, Continental AG
Nicolo Wojewoda, BEST Student Association, TU Delft
Dr. William A. Wulf, President of the National Academy of Engineering (NAE)
Prof. Ramon Wyss, Vice President (International Education), KTH (Royal Institute of Technology)
The colloquium will focus on successful strategies and practices for advancing these themes. Contributors are encouraged to provide examples that detail actions of what works and why, and with supporting evidence.
The future of engineering education is increasingly being discussed around the world, especially within the many societies and journals dedicated to teaching engineering. The discussions are evolving from what we teach to more pedagogically-based conversations about how we teach. However, the scholarship of inquiry in engineering education is not yet well developed. Carefully planned educational research involves quantitative and qualitative studies of how students learn in an engineering context. Research questions include: What is it that enables learning to take place? How do we facilitate it? How do we determine what students have actually learned? Scholars who contribute to this small but growing body of knowledge have few opportunities to meet and discuss research methodologies and share the outcomes of their work.
This track is intended to bring together researchers from around the world who are embracing this interdisciplinary research focus on educational innovations as well as those who would like to develop their scholarship of inquiry in engineering education.
Sub-themes:
The world economy has dramatically changed over the centuries. Centuries old agrarian economies have become industrial economies and more recently many of these are in transition to service and knowledge economies. However, in order to “use knowledge for development” a country/region must ensure its people have the right set of knowledge, skills, competencies, and values to address the challenges and opportunities of these changing economies. Engineers play a key role not only in solving local/global problems but in knowledge creation and knowledge transfer. In order to address the challenges of a globalized economy, it is imperative that technical know-how be supplemented with business savvy and social awareness.
This track is intended to present global perspectives on infusing more innovation and entrepreneurship into the education of engineers, including consideration of the social, sustainable, and political realities of a global community.
Sub-themes:
Globalization is rapidly changing the ways in which economies around the world design, produce, and distribute goods and services. Engineers play a key role in these fundamental transformations. They practice increasingly on a global scale, either in virtual teams or by working abroad. The engineering profession must view itself from this global perspective and must prepare its graduates for such a global workplace. Thus, engineering education programs must be assessed by international standards and benchmarks of quality and providing international experiences for engineering students and professionals has to become a key objective.
This track is intended to present international perspectives on assuring quality in engineering programs, developing worldwide recognition of engineering accreditation, and preparing the next generation of engineers for a more mobile global workplace.
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