Our team is conducting research on a variety of topics related to engineering education. Publications of interest are listed below. Links are provided whenever possible.
Hain, A., Motaref, S., “Implementing Interactive 3D Models in an Entry Level Engineering Course to Enhance Students’ Visualization”, 2020 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition Virtual Conference, June 20-24, 2020, Montreal, Quebec. https://peer.asee.org/34782
Motaref, S., “The Evaluation of Different Learning Tools in Flipped Mechanics of Materials”, 2020 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition Virtual Conference, June 20-24, 2020, Montreal, Quebec. https://peer.asee.org/35317
Taylor, C., Zaghi, A. E., Kaufman, J. C., Reis, S., and Renzulli, J., (2020) “Divergent thinking and academic performance of students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder characteristics in engineering” Journal of Engineering Education. DOI: 10.1002/jee.20310
Syharat, C. M., Hain, A., Zaghi, A., “Diversifying the Engineering Pipeline through Early Engagement of Neurodiverse Learners” 2020 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition Virtual Conference, June 20-24, 2020, Montreal, Quebec. https://peer.asee.org/34470
Taylor, C., Zaghi, A. E., Kaufman, J. C., Reis, S., and Renzulli, J., (2018) “Characteristics of ADHD Related to Executive Function: Differential Predictions for Creativity-Related Traits” Journal of Creative Behavior, 1-13. DOI: 10.1002/jocb.370
Zaghi, A. E., Reis, S., Renzulli, J., and Kaufman, J. C. (2017) “Exploring the Creativity Potential of ADHD Students in Engineering Programs” International Journal for Talent Development and Creativity, 5(1); and 5(2). PDF
Taylor, C., Zaghi, A. E., Kaufman, J.C., Reis, S., and Renzulli, J., “Promoting Diversity in Engineering through Undergraduate Research Opportunities for Students with ADHD” 2018 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, June 24- 27, 2018, Salt Lake City, UT. https://peer.asee.org/29969
Hain, C. C., Turek, W. C., Zaghi, A. E., and Hain, A., “Experiences of Pre-College Teachers Working with Undergraduate Engineering Students with ADHD in Research Laboratories” 2017 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, June 25-28, 2017, Columbus, OH. https://peer.asee.org/27786
Zaghi, A. E., Reis, S., Renzulli, J., and Kaufman, J. C. “Unique Potential and Challenges of Students with ADHD in Engineering Programs” 2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, June 26- 29, 2016 New Orleans, LA. DOI: 10.18260/p.27107
Zaghi, A. E., Tehranipour, M., and O’Brien, C. “Major Observations from a Specialized REU Program for Engineering Students with ADHD” 2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, June 26- 29, 2016 New Orleans, LA. DOI: 10.18260/p.25588