Celebrating the First Five Episodes of IEC: Becoming an Engineer
We are proud to celebrate the release of the first five episodes of our podcast series, IEC: Becoming an Engineer, marking an exciting milestone in our journey to connect engineering education research with real-world practice, academia, and industry.
Since its launch, the podcast has brought together leading voices in engineering education, each offering unique insights into what it means to become, and support, the next generation of engineers.
Our first five episodes feature:
- Prof. Bruce Kloot, who reflects on the broader purpose of engineering education and the role of universities in shaping socially responsive engineers.
- Prof. Karin Wolff, who explores curriculum design and the importance of aligning teaching practices with the realities of diverse student experiences.
- Prof. Curwyn Mapaling, who centres the lived experiences of students and examines how identity, emotion, and institutional culture influence resilience and success.
- Dr Disa Mogashana, who unpacks the invisible systems shaping student success, with a focus on cultural capital, agency, and institutional care.
- Prof. Jenni Case, who shares her journey in shaping Engineering Education Research in South Africa and reflects on the complexities of teaching across local and global contexts.
Across these conversations, a powerful theme emerges: the need to move beyond surface-level solutions and engage deeply with the structural, relational, and contextual dimensions of engineering education.
With new episodes released monthly, IEC: Becoming an Engineer continues to create a space for critical reflection, collaboration, and meaningful dialogue.
🎧 All five episodes are now available on your preferred podcast platform. Join us as we continue to explore what it truly means to become an engineer.
