112. Have We Over-Engineered the Goals of Engineering Education?

Show Summary:The STEM Space podcast is back! While Natasha jetted off to France during the break, Claire shuttled her kids around town, from swim practice to piano camp. Now, somewhat rejuvenated, we're thrilled to be back to talk all things STEM! In this episode, Natasha reflects on her first time teaching undergraduate pre-service students, while Claire shares a student question she will never answer. Plus, we tackle the topic of: Have we over-engineered the goals of engineering education?Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes106. Why is Engineering in K-12?33. My Students Built A Wheelchair90. We Launched a Weather Balloon7. How to Ask QuestionsVivify STEM Blog PostsAll About RocketsHow to Launch a Weather Balloon: Ultimate STEM ChallengeHow to Teach Growth Mindset and Failing ForwardVivify STEM LessonsWeather Balloon Launch: STEM Engineering Project GuideTeaching BuoyancySTEM Sailboat Challenge Math & Engineering ActivityOcean Study: 5E Science Unit (Sink/Float, Salinity, Ocean Layers)STEM Creativity Tools: 5 Activities to Boost Brainstorming PowerOther ResourcesMarco Polo video chat appEmail us your questions!THE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY TWITTERVIVIFY TIKTOKWeather Balloon Launch: STEM Engineering Project GuideTeaching Buoyancy- STEM Sailboat Challenge Math & Engineering Activity - K-5 or 5-10- Ocean Study: 5E Science Unit (Sink/Float, Salinity, Ocean Layers)STEM Creativity Tools: 5 Activities to Boost Brainstorming Power