Journal of Management and Engineering Integration, v.17 no.2 (Winter)
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Item Course gamification: Applying the KANO model to gather student perceptions(Association for Industry, Engineering and Management Systems (AIEMS), 2024-10) Umano, Mitchell; Cudney, Elizabeth A.; Buffon, Cintia Zuccon; Furterer, Sandy; Elshennawy, AhmadDesign for Six Sigma (DFSS) is a critical component of the Six Sigma methodology, focusing on product, process, and service design. DFSS is proactive, focusing on design rather than existing processes. Its wide application in various sectors, from manufacturing to service industries, has proven its effectiveness. Despite this, its adoption in education remains limited. This research explores the application of DFSS in education, particularly in redesigning a course through gamification to enhance student engagement. This study addresses this gap by illustrating how DFSS principles can enhance education, mainly through gamification. Gamification, incorporating game elements into learning, holds promise for engaging students and improving learning outcomes. Using the DMADV framework, the study defines project objectives, gathers the voice of the customer using the Kano model, analyzes survey data, designs gamification elements, and verifies their effectiveness through student feedback. Results indicate several attractive elements identified through the Kano model, such as smartphone integration and clear rules. Implementation challenges, particularly in a Jeopardy-style review session, are identified and addressed using DFSS tools such as failure mode and effects analysis. Subsequent surveys capture student feedback and suggest improvements, highlighting the iterative nature of DFSS. The study underscores the potential of DFSS in educational redesign, particularly through gamification, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. While focused on a specific course, the methodology's generalizability and applicability to diverse educational contexts warrant further exploration for broader implementation.Item A conceptual framework for the successful implementation of rapid improvement events(Association for Industry, Engineering and Management Systems (AIEMS), 2024-10) Kluse, Christopher; Balzer, William K.; Shannon, Chris J.; Shilov, MikhailRapid Improvement Events (RIE) are the most common application of Lean principles and practices in the Higher Education (HE) environment to remove waste and improve the flow of university processes. But not all RIE are successful. The literature was reviewed to identify how the steps taken before, during, and after the execution of an RIE may influence its outcomes. Findings highlight several potential errors that may contribute to the failed implementation of RIE and broader concerns about the applicability of Lean in HE.Item Empowering change: A review of educational leadership dynamics in juvenile detention centers(Association for Industry, Engineering and Management Systems (AIEMS), 2024-10) Hussein, AbdelnasserThe purpose of this article is to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state of education in juvenile detention centers (JDCs) while providing valuable insights for educational leaders to enhance education. Understanding the key barriers, including the lack of administrative support and the challenge of limited resource availability, underlines the significant role of educational leaders in overcoming these challenges for better results for the detained teens. Therefore, the primary focus of this article is to highlight the lack of administrative support as a major barrier to providing quality education in JDCs and offer insights for building an effective leadership capacity. Educational administrators in juvenile justice settings face unique problems that call for innovative and functional strategies to avert being ineffective leaders. The article will also bring to the forefront evidence based practices from two case studies representing successful educational programs in juvenile justice settings. This thorough review of the literature examines the critical levers that may enhance education in JDCs. Two fundamental questions guide this literature review: 1) What is the current state of education in juvenile facilities, and what challenges and best practices are evident? 2) How can educational leaders improve the academic and behavioral outcomes of the youth in JDCs?Item Implementing an entrepreneurial mindset through activities in recycling course(Association for Industry, Engineering and Management Systems (AIEMS), 2024-10) Asmatulu, Eylem; Pham, Anh; Yihun, Yimesker S.; Wei, WeiThere is an urgent need to connect theoretical knowledge acquired in engineering courses with practical, real-world applications to promote knowledge sustainability. To address this need, an entrepreneurially minded learning (EML) approach was implemented in an elective course titled Recycling of Advanced Engineering Materials. This approach enables students to explore the phases and interactions involved in product development by formulating and communicating requirements and solutions that consider both societal benefits and economic constraints, reflecting the entrepreneurial mindset behaviors outlined by the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN). The EML activities included hands-on recycling experiences and visits to local recycling companies, emphasizing motivation and overcoming conceptual learning barriers while enhancing students' entrepreneurial knowledge and reasoning skills. This study analyzed students' performance in exams, class discussions, and term projects alongside their perceptions of the engagement activities. Survey questions were designed to assess the impact of these activities on the development of students' entrepreneurial knowledge and abilities, utilizing a Likert scale for responses. Results from survey questions indicated that the EML approach significantly enhanced students' entrepreneurial knowledge and reasoning abilities, motivating them to engage in critical thinking and self-directed learning to address real-world challenges.Item Journal of Management & Engineering Integration, v.17, no.2 (Winter)(Association for Industry, Engineering and Management Systems (AIEMS), 2024-10) Association for Industry, Engineering and Management Systems (AIEMS)