IFEES GEDC IUCEE Global Webinar
“Crafting Effective Complex Problems in Engineering”
Dr. Khairiyah Mohd Yusof, Professor of Engineering Education
Purdue University
Wednesday April 1 at 6:30 pm IST (1:00 pm GMT)
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To develop complex problem-solving skills, the problem or challenge given to learners is one of the main central features of the learning experience. In learner focused approaches such as Problem-based Learning (PBL), well-crafted problems shape the learning environment that spark curiosity, activate prior knowledge, foster ownership of learning, and develop professional competencies. Effective complex problems can prevent students purely copying generative AI outputs and can instead be utilized for enhancing learning. This leads to meaningful attainment of intended learning outcomes. Join this interactive, research-informed webinar to discover: ● characteristics of effective problems, ● practical steps for crafting problems that connect theory to application ● discuss strategies to engage learners and strengthen problem-solving skills. This session offers practical insights to help participants design problems that make learning purposeful and relevant to real-world applications.
Bio: Dr. Khairiyah Mohd Yusof is a Professor of Engineering Education at Purdue University’s College of Engineering. She brings decades of experience as an educator and researcher in engineering education globally. Before joining Purdue in 2023, she served as a Professor in the Department Chemical and Energy Engineering and was the founding Director of the Centre for Engineering Education at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. A passionate advocate for scholarly teaching, Dr. Khairiyah works closely with engineering academics to integrate research-based practices into their classrooms. She has led major initiatives, including national and international projects on future-ready engineering education, outcome-based learning, and quality enhancement and transformation in diverse contexts. Her contributions have been recognized with numerous awards, including the 2023 Nicola Tesla Golden Chain Award and the 2018 IFEES Duncan Fraser Global Award for Excellence in Engineering Education.
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