title: "Where did we go wrong?" An examination of students treatment of experimental error in engineering mechanics laboratories

authors: Anderson, Timothy Nicholas

subjects: engineering

abstract: The ability of engineers and applied scientists to undertake experimental measurements is a fundamental requirement of the profession. However, it is not simply good enough to be able to perform experiments if we are not able to interpret the results. In this study, reports prepared by mechanical engineering students were examined to determine how students dealt with the disparity between experimental measurements and theoretical results in their Engineering Mechanics laboratories. Analysis of the reports, and discussions with students in their laboratory classes, revealed a superficial understanding or regard for experimental error. This superficial treatment of experimental error is, most likely, due to a number of factors that are discussed. Some possible strategies for addressing the issue are also examined.

text: "Where did we go wrong?" An examination of students treatment of experimental error in engineering mechanics laboratories The ability of engineers and applied scientists to undertake experimental measurements is a fundamental requirement of the profession. However, it is not simply good enough to be able to perform experiments if we are not able to interpret the results. In this study, reports prepared by mechanical engineering students were examined to determine how students dealt with the disparity between experimental measurements and theoretical results in their Engineering Mechanics laboratories. Analysis of the reports, and discussions with students in their laboratory classes, revealed a superficial understanding or regard for experimental error. This superficial treatment of experimental error is, most likely, due to a number of factors that are discussed. Some possible strategies for addressing the issue are also examined.

year: 2008

title: Step up: Using social prompts to reduce lift usage in a university context

authors: Talwar, Heena

abstract: Abstract: This study, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a pro-social message, incorporating the concept of "watching eyes," to encourage stair use over lift usage in a university setting.  Physical inactivity is a significant global health issue, and promoting simple physical activities like stair climbing can contribute to better health and environmental sustainability.

text: Step up: Using social prompts to reduce lift usage in a university context Abstract: This study, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a pro-social message, incorporating the concept of "watching eyes," to encourage stair use over lift usage in a university setting.  Physical inactivity is a significant global health issue, and promoting simple physical activities like stair climbing can contribute to better health and environmental sustainability.

year: 2024

title: Language, mātauranga Māori . . . and technology?

authors: Selby, Mereana

subjects: Māori language

abstract: In this paper, I report on a research project involving the creation of an e-learning environment for the teaching and learning of an aspect of te reo Māori, that is the preparation of mihi. It was found that learning in the context of an e-learning environment in which anonymity was assured, learners could learn in their own spaces and at their own pace and there was no pressure to perform in front of peers and tutors had the potential to reduce the potentially negative effects of whakamā.

text: Language, mātauranga Māori . . . and technology? In this paper, I report on a research project involving the creation of an e-learning environment for the teaching and learning of an aspect of te reo Māori, that is the preparation of mihi. It was found that learning in the context of an e-learning environment in which anonymity was assured, learners could learn in their own spaces and at their own pace and there was no pressure to perform in front of peers and tutors had the potential to reduce the potentially negative effects of whakamā.

year: 2006-09