A Paradigm Shift in Teaching Aerospace Engineering
From Campus Learners to Professional Learners – a Case Study on Online Courses in Smart Structures and Air Safety Investigation
Gillian Saunders (TU Delft - Aerospace Structures & Materials)
Calvin Rans (TU Delft - Structural Integrity & Composites)
Michiel Schuurman (TU Delft - Structural Integrity & Composites)
Roeland De Breuker (TU Delft - Aerospace Structures & Computational Mechanics)
Jan-Paul van Staalduinen (TU Delft - Information Management)
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Abstract
In this paper, the transition from teaching on-campus to an online audience consisting of working professionals in an Aerospace Engineering context is described. The differences in the learner’s needs and the transition in teaching methods and style that is required from teaching staff is discussed. This is illustrated by two case studies: for Smart Structures and for Air Safety Investigation. Recommendations on how universities can contribute to Life Long Learning are given.