Redesigning teaching approaches for undergraduate engineering classrooms

Teaching pedagogies are continuously evolving as technology transforms education practices by empowering students not only in the classrooms but also in research laboratories. This paper focuses on the implementation of a constructivist educational approach in engineering classrooms. In addition to engineering approaches, we will also discuss pedagogies of engagement, such as problem-based (inquiry-based) learning and team projects. Recommendations for implementing a problem-based learning (PBL) approach for electrical engineering classrooms provide for active student learning. An example of hands-on lab experiments that could be integrated in microwave and antenna design courses is provided to demonstrate the application of real-life applications for inquiry-based learning.