Caring for the Future: Empathy in Engineering Education

Webinar – Guest presenter: Johannes Strobel (Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies at University of Texas at El Paso, USA)

Get ready to embark on an exciting journey with us as we kick off the Fall webinar series of our global initiative, “Caring for the Future: Empathy in Engineering Education.” We are thrilled to announce our distinguished guest presenter, Johannes Strobel, who will be joining us live from El Paso, Texas, to present his work “Beyond Empathy – On the Search for What Drives People’s Actions and Beliefs”.

🗓️ Date and Time: September 27th at 8am EST (12:00 GMT)

📍 Location: Online – Join the session here

🎙️ Topic: “Beyond Empathy – On the Search for What Drives People’s Actions and Beliefs”

In the past decade, the spotlight on empathy has grown brighter across diverse fields, including engineering. This presentation takes us beyond empathy’s surface and into the intricate tapestry of human actions and beliefs. Join us for a captivating session that draws from two decades of research, exploring students’ beliefs, empathy, and care within the world of engineering.

About Our Guest Speaker:

Dr. Johannes Strobel, Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies at the University of Texas at El Paso, is a visionary in the realm of engineering education. His research, spanning over 20 years, encompasses beliefs, empathy, and even intellectual humility. With a treasure trove of 180+ publications, Dr. Strobel’s influence knows no bounds. His dedication has led to research funds exceeding $35 Million, and he’s the founding editor of the Journal of Pre-College Engineering Education Research.

🌐 Explore new horizons with us on September 27th! Mark your calendar and join the conversation. Your presence is invaluable as we delve into the future of engineering education through the lens of empathy.