Students' Perceptions on Engaging Database Domains and Structures

Several educational studies have argued for the contextualization of assignments, i.e., for providing a context or a story instead of an abstract or symbolic problem statement. Such contextualization may have beneficial effects such as higher student engagement and lower dropout rates. In the domain of database education, textbooks and...

MySeat: Development of a user focused aircraft seat

This master thesis shows the research and development of a user focused aircraft seat. The project is done in collaboration with Zodiac Seats US, an aircraft seats manufacturer. Contrary to the traditional technological approach used in the aircraft industry, this project has its focus mainly on the experiences of passengers during long haul...