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Center for Engineering Learning & Teaching

The Center for Engineering Learning & Teaching (CELT) is focused on two synergistic activities: research on engineering education and improving engineering teaching through instructional development. This dual-role structure is based on an awareness that a solid engineering education research base is needed to inform educators about how their students learn and that this research should drive and support effective teaching. Similarly, a broad understanding of what takes place in engineering classrooms is important for pinpointing significant areas for research. Since 1998, CELT’s model has proven successful in the University of Washington College of Engineering and has had an impact on engineering education at national and international levels.

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The Center for Engineering Learning & Teaching (CELT) at the University of Washington has the lead role in the administration and leadership of the Center for the Advancement of Engineering Education (CAEE). Begun in 2003, CAEE is a multi-institution, multi-method research center with $12 million in funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF). CAEE conducts research into undergraduate engineering learning, faculty teaching, the use of portfolios in preparing graduate students for teaching careers, and building capacity in engineering education research. The CAEE Web site can be accessed here.

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