How to Conduct Mobile-Instructional Particle Image Velocimetry Experiments in YOUR Science Classroom

This workshop will prepare STEM educators to teach fluid science concepts using particle image velocimetry (PIV). PIV is a state-of-the-art technique that simultaneously visualizes and measures moving flows. While laboratory PIV is inaccessible due to equipment costs and required know-how, we will present a mobile PIV application that enables K-16 educators to conduct PIV experiments for less than $100. This workshop will guide attendees through the steps involved in conducting a classroom PIV experiment with a visually interesting vortex ring flow. Attendees will leave with access to the mI-PIV Android application, online resources for conducting classroom PIV experiments, and confidence gained from hands-on practice of PIV.

Jack Elliott, Graduate Researcher, Utah State University, Logan, UT; Angela Minichiello, Assistant Professor, Utah State University, Logan, UT

Never Go in with a Blank Piece of Paper

As technology, education, and workforce needs continue to change at an exponential rate, it is critical that the connection between student outcomes from courses and programs match the requirements of industry. A strong connection between educators and industry is required to obtain this correlation. A program that produces graduates that meet workforce requirements is guaranteed high hiring rates. Often educators are unsure of the best way to approach industry representatives and how to make those connections. This workshop will provide proven steps and approaches that will lead to initial relationships, rapport, communication, and partnerships. Participants should bring their own laptops for independent searches during the workshop.

Deb Newberry, CEO/President, Newberry Technology Associates, Milwaukee, WI

Career Exploration and Advancement Through Persuasive Communication and Negotiation Techniques

Negotiations occur every day in the scientific laboratory and workplace and often involve issues that are key to research success and career advancement. This workshop will teach the fundamentals of negotiation relevant to a variety of one-on-one conversations and group settings. Topics will include the importance of negotiation to advance research and career objectives, identification of negotiables for research and career advancement, elements of a successful negotiation, the importance of developing alternatives to an agreement, techniques for handling difficult people and conversations, the importance of listening to and appreciating different viewpoints, and identification of short- and long-term negotiation goals.

Priscilla Lewis, COACh Co-Director/Program Manager, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR; Pushpalatha Murthy, Professor Emeritus, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI; Roger Ebbage, Coordinator, Energy and Water Education Programs, Building Energy and Controls Apprenticeship (BECA) Program, Lane Community College, Eugene, OR

Practical Demonstration of Quantum Inspired Secure Communication

Quantum technologies are emerging as the technologies of the 21st century with a potential to radically transform the way we live, communicate, and sense the world. Quantum cryptography is a technology that uses quantum physics for 100 percent secure communication. New cryptographic techniques combine quantum and traditional methods to provide protection against quantum threats. In this workshop, we will elaborate on the foundations of the quantum cryptography, how it works, and its current challenges. Participants will set up a simple communication link based on BB84 protocol and demonstrate a classical version of quantum encrypted communication.

Mo Hasanovic, Principal Investigator, EdQuantum, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, FL; Chrys Panayiotou, Executive Director, LASER-TEC, Indian River State College, Fort Pierce, FL