An informal learning program as a replicable model for student-led, industry-supported experiential learning

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2020-06

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American Society for Engineering Education

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This research paper details the growth of an informal experiential learning program around hackathons and makeathons and presents the evolution of the program as a model of a successful co-curricular approach in engineering education. After six years of growing an informal learning program from a single hackathon event of 100 attendees to a complete experiential learning platform (OHI/O) consisting of over twelve events, sustained industry engagement, scholarships, and building a successful and stable team of student leaders, the authors will share and gather feedback on the development and evolution of the program.

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hackathon program, co-curricular education, informal learning, student leaders, survey

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Armstrong, J and Longmeier, MM. An informal learning program as a replicable model for student-led, industry-supported experiential learning. American Society for Engineering Education Annual Conference CEED Section Proceedings, June 2020, On line virtual conference.