Enhancing Road Design Education: A Comprehensive Analysis of Micro-Field Trips from the Perspective of Students
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| Title: | Enhancing Road Design Education: A Comprehensive Analysis of Micro-Field Trips from the Perspective of Students |
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| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Yasmany García-Ramírez (ORCID |
| Source: | International Society for Technology, Education, and Science. 2024. |
| Availability: | International Society for Technology, Education, and Science. 944 Maysey Drive, San Antonio, TX 78227. Tel: 515-294-1075; Fax: 515-294-1003; email: istesoffice@gmail.com; Web site: http://www.istes.org |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 13 |
| Publication Date: | 2024 |
| Document Type: | Speeches/Meeting Papers Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Higher Education Postsecondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Civil Engineering, Engineering Education, Field Trips, Learning Experience, College Students, Foreign Countries, Student Attitudes, Experiential Learning, Instructional Effectiveness |
| Geographic Terms: | Ecuador |
| Abstract: | Road design education faces challenges in effectively bridging theoretical knowledge with realworld applications. Traditional classroom-based teaching methods often fall short in preparing engineering students for the complexities encountered in practical scenarios. To address this gap, innovative pedagogical strategies, such as micro-field trips, have been introduced to enhance the learning experience. This study explores the influence of micro-field trips on the learning experiences of students in the 'Road Construction II' course at Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja. The course adopts a varied instructional approach, incorporating micro-field trips to bridge theoretical understanding with practical, hands-on applications. Two student groups, Group A (22 students) and Group B (45 students), participated during the academic period from April to August 2023. A confidential survey was conducted a week before the semester's end to gather student perceptions of micro-field trips, revealing that students agreed with the one-hour weekly duration and its alignment with weekly topics. The study aims to provide insights for optimizing future implementations. Results indicate the positive impact of micro-field trips in reinforcing theoretical concepts, fostering professional skills, and addressing real-world problems. Despite these advantages, challenges such as time constraints, weather dependency, and content coverage limitations are identified, necessitating strategic planning for enhanced effectiveness. [For the complete proceedings, see ED672804.] |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2025 |
| Accession Number: | ED673103 |
| Database: | ERIC |
| Abstract: | Road design education faces challenges in effectively bridging theoretical knowledge with realworld applications. Traditional classroom-based teaching methods often fall short in preparing engineering students for the complexities encountered in practical scenarios. To address this gap, innovative pedagogical strategies, such as micro-field trips, have been introduced to enhance the learning experience. This study explores the influence of micro-field trips on the learning experiences of students in the 'Road Construction II' course at Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja. The course adopts a varied instructional approach, incorporating micro-field trips to bridge theoretical understanding with practical, hands-on applications. Two student groups, Group A (22 students) and Group B (45 students), participated during the academic period from April to August 2023. A confidential survey was conducted a week before the semester's end to gather student perceptions of micro-field trips, revealing that students agreed with the one-hour weekly duration and its alignment with weekly topics. The study aims to provide insights for optimizing future implementations. Results indicate the positive impact of micro-field trips in reinforcing theoretical concepts, fostering professional skills, and addressing real-world problems. Despite these advantages, challenges such as time constraints, weather dependency, and content coverage limitations are identified, necessitating strategic planning for enhanced effectiveness. [For the complete proceedings, see ED672804.] |
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