Extended abstract: Assigning reflection essays in a chemical engineering product design course

摘要

Reflection has been shown to be an important aspect of the design process, as it forces designers to think about challenges, obstacles, decisions, or ideas. This presentation will address how reflection essays were assigned in a two-semester chemical engineering product design capstone course to assist students in their design thinking. In addition to providing sample writing prompts and student and instructor responses, the benefits, challenges, and limitations will be presented.