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标题：Comparative Analysis of Engineering Curricula for Alignment with 21st Century Engineering Practices
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作者：Anita Lazurko ; Patrick Miller ; Dena Ghoneim 等
期刊名称：Proceedings of the Canadian Engineering Education Association
出版年度：2015
出版社：The Canadian Engineering Education Association (CEEA)
摘要：The vast engineering challenges of the 21st century and the unique position of engineers as decision makers, conveners, and influencers has created a need for a directional shift in the content and teaching methods used in Canadian engineering education. Both Canadian and international universities were evaluated based on nine criteria deemed relevant and important to the evolution of engineering education by Engineers Without Borders Canada. These include overall vision and direction of the engineering faculty and university, interdisciplinary opportunities, leadership programs and recognition, topics in technology and society, innovation in curriculum content or delivery, a growing understanding of globalization, cross cultural communication and project management, and a direct connection between work experience and curriculum. Results have shown that many Canadian universities are strong overall, while some universities have strengths in a few areas. These results can be utilized and shared as best practices. The international program evaluation showed very diverse results, some of which can be adapted and utilized in Canadian engineering curriculum. These results can be employed as many entities collectively move forward to develop and reinvent engineering education in the 21st century.