In this paper, we delve into the transformative landscape of education amidst the disruptive advances of generative AI (GenAI), characterized by an unprecedented capacity to generate new information with tools such as ChatGPT. Building upon my previous publication, “Learning 101: the Untaught Basics,” in this magazine, I interrogate what has changed since then and how learners … [Read more...] about Learning 101 reloaded: Revisiting the basics for the GenAI era
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A path for STEM outreach and sustainability education [STEM Education]
Effective science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education should encourage students to think holistically about the impact they will have on society beyond the classroom. It should encourage students to imagine, and problem solve for a better world in which we all strive to meet the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs). STEM outreach should ensure … [Read more...] about A path for STEM outreach and sustainability education [STEM Education]
Testing satellite control systems with drones
In space, it is usually not possible to repair equipment when things go wrong. While astronauts ventured into space aboard the Space Shuttle to repair the infamously flawed Hubble Space Telescope, these types of repair missions are extremely expensive and rare. Limited repair options make spacecraft engineers turn their attention to reliability in an attempt to … [Read more...] about Testing satellite control systems with drones
Engineering competitions: Building capabilities for the future
The Canadian Satellite Design Challenge (CSDC) is a Canada-wide competition for teams of university students to design and build a three-unit CubeSat satellite measuring 10cm × 10cm × 34cm (4in × 4 in × 13 in) and weighing no more than 4 kg (8.8 lb). The CSDC has been structured to present a significant learning and career development opportunity for participants. It challenges … [Read more...] about Engineering competitions: Building capabilities for the future
About your competitive impulses
People often talk about the intangible benefits of participating in engineering design competitions; how- ever, they seldom discuss the challenges. Students participating in these events must balance both their academic and personal lives. For more about this article see link below. To access the PDF version of this article, member sign-in is … [Read more...] about About your competitive impulses