Greg Strimel
Greg J Strimel
Assistant Department Head and Associate Professor
gstrimel@purdue.edu
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Dr. Greg J. Strimel is an associate professor of Technology Leadership & Innovation at Purdue University. Within this role he coordinates the Design & Innovation minor degree where he supports students in their pursuits of innovation through cross-disciplinary collaborations. Additionally, he educates pre-service engineering technology teachers on the processes of developing design-based curriculum and maintaining active learning environments/innovation studios. Strimel’s scholarly efforts are focused on increasing student design capabilities and helping to ensure that every student has the opportunity to act, think, and learn like an engineer/designer/innovator. More specifically, his research is focused on enhancing the appropriately scaffolded teaching of design and innovation across P-12 and post-secondary education by studying design-based instructional interventions and design cognition. This work has led to Strimel serving as the lead author for the Framework for P-12 Engineering Learning published by the American Society for Engineering Education as well as the editor of the Engineering in Action article series in the Technology & Engineering Teacher Journal. Through these efforts, he continues to strive toward improving the national landscape of STEM education.
Strimel received a B.S. and M.Ed. in Technology Education from California University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in Occupational and Technical Studies (Engineering & Technology Education) from Old Dominion University. Previously, he was a teaching assistant professor of engineering fundamentals at West Virginia University where he additionally served as the director of K-12 initiatives. Strimel also worked as a high school career/technology department chair and an engineering teacher in Howard County Maryland. Furthermore, he served as an infantryman in the U.S. Army and is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Dr. Strimel has been recognized with the Distinguished Technology & Engineering Educator designation from the International Technology & Engineering Educators Association, the Council on Technology & Engineering Teacher Education's (CTETE) Outstanding Research Award (2021), the CTETE Outstanding Scholarly Publication Award (2020), Purdue Polytechnic’s Outstanding Faculty in Learning Award (2020), Purdue Polytechnic’s Outstanding Faculty in Engagement Award (2018), Purdue’s Outstanding Student Organization Adviser of the Year Award (2020), Purdue’s Exceptional Early Career Teaching Award (2021), and Purdue's Charles B. Murphy Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award (2023).
Education:
2014 Ph.D. Occupational & Technical Studies (Engineering & Technology Education), Old Dominion University
2010 M.Ed. Technology Education, California University of Pennsylvania
2008 B.S. Technology Education, California University of Pennsylvania
Certifications:
2009 Maryland 7-12 Standard Professional I Certification, Technology Education
2008 Pennsylvania K-12 Instructional I Certification, Technology Education
Selected Funded Grants
Strimel, G. J. (Co-PI). SCALE K-12 Silicon Crossroads ME Commons, Applied Research Institute. Dec 2023 - Dec 2024
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Rural STEM Learning Design: Integrating Engineering, Computational Thinking, and Data Literacy, Niswonger Foundation. Dec 2023 - Dec 2024
Strimel, G. J. (Co-PI). Patient Safety Tech - Design & Innovation Challenge, Pittsburgh Regional Health Initiative. Dec 2023 - Jul 2024
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Design & Innovation Stage 1: Nudge, VentureWell. Dec 2023 - Jul 2024
Strimel, G. J. (Co-PI). Design & Innovation Studios, Toyota Motor North America. May 2022 - April 2023
Strimel, G. J. (PI). AM Therapeutics: Innovation Team Stage 1, VentureWell. July 2022 - March 2023
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Empowering the E in STEM, Niswonger Foundation. January 2022 - December 2022
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Mission, Meaning, Making: Transforming Undergraduate Learning for Pursuing Innovation in a Changing World, National Science Foundation. January 2021 - December 2023
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Rural Tennessee STEM Learning Design, Niswonger Foundation. August 2021 - December 2021
Strimel, G. J. (PI). PPHS Learning Innovation Initiative, Donation. August 2020 – August 2023
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Seal-y Spoon Level 2 Entrepreneurial Team, VentureWell. December 2020 – June 2022
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Seal-y Spoon Level 1 Entrepreneurial Team, VentureWell. July 2020 – March 2021
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Workforce of the Future: Competencies & Data Visualization, Ford Motor Company. July 2020 - December 2022
Strimel, G. J. (Co-PI). IACMI and Purdue IN-MaC Composites Workshop and Curriculum, Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing. September 2020 - August 2022.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Advancing the Next Generation for Manufacturing Competitiveness: A Regional Talent Pipeline Ecosystem, Tecumseh Area Partnership. June 2019 - June 2021
Strimel, G. J. (Co-PI). IN-MaC Design & Innovation Studio and Educational Testbed, SDI Innovations. November 2019 - June 2020
Strimel, G. J. (PI). STEM Advanced Manufacturing Curriculum Development, SDI Innovations. February 1, 2018 - June 31, 2019
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Improving Regional Manufacturing Ecosystems (IRME) Project: A Purdue Engineering/Technology Teacher Education Undergraduate Research Initiative, Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center February 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Design & Innovation Polytechnic Curriculum Implementation, VentureWell. February 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Intercultural Pedagogy Grant, Purdue Center for Intercultural Learning. May 2018.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Global leadership in technology, design, and innovation. Study Abroad Intercultural Learning (SAIL) Grant, Purdue University Office of International Programs. 10/15/2017 – 10/1/2018.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Improving Regional Manufacturing Ecosystems (IRME) Project: A Purdue Engineering/Technology Teacher Education Undergraduate Research Initiative, Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center. 8/25/2017 – 12/20/2017.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Engineering Technology Teacher Education Lab Improvement Project, Department of Technology Leadership and Innovation.November 10, 2017.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Honors College Visiting Scholars Proposal, Purdue Honors College. March 2018
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Design & Innovation Polytechnic Curriculum, VentureWell. 8/1/2017 – 1/31/2018.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Design & Innovation Minor - Integrated Learning-in-Context Curriculum Sponsoring Organization: Purdue Polytechnic Institute. April 11, 2017 - October 1, 2017.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Improving Regional Manufacturing Ecosystems: Engineering Technology Teacher Education Undergraduate Research Program, Indiana Next Generation Manufacturing Competitiveness Center. 6/19/2017 – 9/20/2017.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Engineering Technology Teacher Education Lab Improvement Project, Department of Technology Leadership and Innovation. November 10, 2016.
Strimel, G. J. (Co-PI). Improving student learning through formative feedback with CompareAssess technologies. Instructional Innovation Program Grant, Purdue University Office of the Provost and Office of the Vice President of Information Technology. 1/1/2017 – 1/1/2018.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Global leadership in technology, design, and innovation. Study Abroad Intercultural Learning (SAIL) Grant, Purdue University Office of International Programs. 10/1/2016 – 10/1/2017.
Strimel, G. J. (PI). West Virginia University ACCESS program. Community Action Grant Program, Parkersburg Area Community Foundation. 12/8/2015
Strimel, G. J. (PI). Online integrated mathematics curriculum development. West Virginia State Department of Education Grant. 7/1/2013 – 6/30/2014
Academic Honors
2023 Purdue University's Charles B. Murphy Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching Award
2022 Distinguished Technology & Engineering Educator Designation, International Technology & Engineering Educators Association
2021 Purdue University's Exceptional Early Career Teaching Award
2021 Outstanding Advisor Award, International Technology & Engineering Educators Association
2021 Council of Technology & Engineering Teacher Education Outstanding Research Award
2020 Purdue Student Activities/Organizations Outstanding Advisor of the Year
2020 Purdue Polytechnic Institute’s Outstanding Faculty in Learning Award
2020 Council of Technology & Engineering Teacher Education Silvius-Wolansky Outstanding Publication Award
2020 Technology & Engineering Education Collegiate Association National Outstanding Chapter Award
2019 International Technology & Engineering Educators Assoc. Leader to Watch
2018 John P. Lisack Award for Early Career Engagement Award
2018 Purdue Polytechnic Institute Outstanding Faculty in Engagement Award
2018 Department of Technology Leadership & Innovation Outstanding Faculty in Engagement Award
2018 Gerhard Salinger Award for Enhancing I-STEM Education (Program Level Award; Asunda, Bartholomew, Kelley, Mentzer, & Strimel)
2015 International Technology & Engineering Educators Assoc. Emerging Leader Recognition
2014 Old Dominion University Technology Education Award for Academic Excellence
2014 Council of Technology & Engineering Teacher Education International Travel Award
2014 West Virginia University Early Career Innovator Nominee
2014 ITEEA Donald Maley Outstanding Graduate Student Citation
2013 Council of Technology & Engineering Teacher Education 21st Century Fellow
2013 Technical Foundation of America International Mentorship Awardee
2012 Technology and Engineering Educators Association of MD New Teacher Excellence Award
2012 Maryland - Governor’s Citation for Teaching Excellence
2012 ITEEA Donald Maley Technology & Engineering Teacher Excellence Scholarship Award
Military Honors
2006 California University of Pennsylvania Patriotic Service Medal
2005 Combat Infantry Badge
2005 Army Accommodation Medal
2005 Iraqi Campaign Medal
2005 Global War on Terrorism Medal
2005 Good Conduct Medal
2003 National Defense Medal
Journal Articles
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Thorne, S., Mentzer, N., Strimel, G. J. Bartholomew, S. R., & Ware, J. (2024). Learning by evaluating as an interview primer to informed design thinking. International Journal of Technology and Design Education. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10798-024-09933-2
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Strimel, G. J. & Engel, M. U (2024). A mindful introduction to 3D printing: Teaching students to maximize output while minimizing waste. Technology & Engineering Education Journal, 2(1), 15-24.
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Thorne, S. G, Mentzer, N., Strimel, G. J. Bartholomew, S. R., & Ware, J. (2024). Learning by evaluating: An exploration of optimizing design-based instruction. Journal of Technology Education, 35(2), 55-80. https://doi.org/10.21061/jte.v35i2.a.4.
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Wiseman, S., Grisez, H., & Strimel, G. J. (2024). Injection molding in the engineering classroom: Lowering the barrier of entry through 3D printing. Technology & Engineering Education Journal.
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Thorne, S. G, Mentzer, N., Bartholomew, S. R., & Strimel, G. J. (2024). A systematic literature review of student evaluation of peer exemplars and implications for design, technology, and engineering learning. International Journal of Technology and Design Education. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10798-023-09874-2.
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Walls, W. H., Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., Otto, J., & Serban, S. (2023). STEM learning labs in industry settings: A novel application in manufacturing and its influence on student career perceptions. International Journal of Design & Technology Education, https://doi.org/10.1007/s10798-023-09863-5
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Lucas, D. & Strimel, G. J. (2023). Engineering in the wild: Using current environmental concerns to teach engineering practices. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 82(6), 21-30.
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Robinson, L. G & Strimel, G. J. (2023). Designing cool cleats: Making engineering learning more authentic through mathematics. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 82(4), 21-30.
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Thorne, S., Strimel, G. J., Mentzer, N., & Sears, D. (2022) The facilitator model: Investigating a novel dual credit experience for open-ended design coursework. Journal of STEM Education Research, 5(3), 479–508.
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Santana, V., Galyan, K., Krebs, S., & Strimel, G. J. (2022). Engineering in action: The hydrate mate - teaching engineering practices and habits through health tech. The Elementary STEM Journal.
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Singh, J., Perera, V., Magana, A. J., Newell, B., Wei-Kocsis, J., Seah, S.S, Strimel, G. J., & Xie, C. (2022). Using machine learning to predict engineering technology students’ success with computer‐aided design. Computer Applications in Engineering Education, 30(3), 852-862. https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22489
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Perera, V., Strimel, G. J., & Magana, A. J. (2021). Engineering in action: Using Energy3D as a tool to empower engineering learning. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 81(2), 36-41.
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Otto, J., Williams, W., Moran, S., Barrington, L. & Strimel, G. J. (2021). Engineering in Action: Being social while social distancing. Technology and Engineering Teacher, 80(8).
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Fauber, D., Sasser, L., & Strimel, G. J. (2021). Engineering the insulin pump: Teaching intentional engineering concepts through socially relevant contexts. Technology and Engineering Teacher, 80(6), 30-36.
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Bartholomew, S. R., Strimel, G. J., Lucietto, A. M., & Akdere, M. (2020). Reinventing high school: Understanding the challenges and successes of transforming education to meet student, society, and industry needs. Journal of Technology Studies, 46(1), 30-36. https://doi.org/10.21061/jots.v46i1.a.1.
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Strimel, G. J., Huffman, T. J., Grubbs, M. E., Kim, E. G, & Gurganus, J. (2020). Establishing a taxonomy for the coherent study of engineering in secondary schools. Journal of Pre-College Engineering Education Research, 10(1), 23-59.
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Strimel, G. J., Krause, L., Bosman, L., Serban, S., & Harrell, S. (2020). The next generation for manufacturing competitiveness? Investigating the influence of industry-driven outreach on children career perceptions. Journal of STEM Education Research, 1-27.
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Bosman, L., Strimel, G. J., & Krause, L. G (2020). The role of higher education in establishing career perceptions related to manufacturing: An exploratory study. Industry & Higher Education, https://doi.org/10.1177/0950422220976292.
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Santana, V., Bartholomew, S. R., Rowe, W., Byrd, V., Strimel, G. J., & Han, K. (2020). Teaching technology & engineering concepts through socially-relevant contexts: SMART buoys: Integrating data visualization and design to reduce ocean life casualties. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 79(8), 19-23.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Strimel, G. J., Santana, V., Byrd, V., Otto, J., DeRome, B., & Laureano, Z. (2020). Teaching technology & engineering concepts through socially-relevant contexts: Using data to improve precision in crop fertilization through digital agriculture. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 79(7), 32-36.
- Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., Purzer, S., Zhang, L., & Yoshikawa, E. (2020). Informing engineering design through adaptive comparative judgment. European Journal of Engineering Education.
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Madamanchi, B., Harrell, S., & Strimel, G. (2020) IN-MaC summer internship: Value and benefits of internship experiences in manufacturing across Indiana. The Indiana Manufacturer, (July/Aug/Sept), 17.
- Kim, E. & Strimel, G. J. (2019) The influence of the integration of an entrepreneurial mindset through co-teaching on students’ design problem-framing. IEEE Transactions of Education, 63(2), 126-135.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Moon, C.G, Yoshikawa, E., & Strimel, G. J. (2019). Kindergarten student’s approaches to resolving open-ended design tasks. Journal of Technology Education, 30(2), 90-115.
- Strimel, G. J., Huffman, T., Reid, K., Reeping, D. G, Kim, E. G, Honour, S., & Glover, J. (2019) Tests of engineering aptitude, mathematics, and science (TEAMS): A premier engineering competition. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(6), 34-39.
- Mentzer, N., Deck, A., Lavendar, H., Handy, D., Wellman, B., Gurganus, J., & Strimel, G. J. (2019) Cradle to cradle design thinking: The life of a trillion plastic bags. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(5), 14-19.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Strimel, G. J., Zhang, L. G, & Horman, J. (2018). Examining the feasibility of adaptive comparative judgment for elementary STEM design assessment. Journal of Technology Studies.
- Strimel, G. J., Kim, E. G, & Bosman, L. (2019). Informed design through the integration of entrepreneurial thinking in secondary engineering programs. Journal of STEM Education: Innovations & Research, 19(5), 42-49.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Hartell, E., Yoshikawa, E., & Strimel, G. J. (2019). Identifying design values across countries through adaptive comparative judgment. International Journal of Technology & Design Education. DOI: 10.1007/s10798-019-09506-8.
- Strimel, G. J., Kim, E. G, Grubbs, M. E., & Huffman, T. (2019). A meta-synthesis of primary and secondary design cognition research. International Journal of Technology & Design Education. DOI: 10.1007/s10798-019-09505-9.
- Strimel, G. J., Morehouse, A. U, Bartholomew, S. R., Swift, C. U, & Woessner, J U. (2019). Integrating computational thinking through wearable technologies and programmable e-textiles. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(8).
- Bartholomew, S. R., Santana, V. U, & Strimel, G. J. (2019). Teaching engineering concepts through socially relevant contexts: Serving the homeless with smart tiny homes. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(7). 24-27.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Zhang, L. G, Strimel, G. J., & Garcia, E. (2019) Adaptive comparative judgment as a tool for formative assessment and learning in a graphics design course. The Design Journal. DOI: 10.1080/14606925.2018.1560876.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Strimel, G. J., & Yoshikowa, E.G (2019). Using adaptive comparative judgment for student formative feedback and learning during a middle school open-ended design challenge. International Journal of Technology & Design Education, 29(2), 363-385.
- Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., Kim, E. G, & Zhang, L. G (2018). An investigation of engineering design cognition and achievement in primary school. Journal of STEM Education Research, 1(1-2), 173-201. DOI: 10.1007/s41979-018-0008-0.
- Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., Kim, E. G, & Cantu, D. V. (2018). Examining engineering design cognition with respect to student performance. International Journal of Engineering Education, 34(6), 1910-1929.
- Krause, L., Strimel, G. J., & Rispoli, J. (2018). Biomedical engineering: Inspiring all through social responsibility contexts of care. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(3), 14-19.
- Hartell, E. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). What is it called and how does it work: Examining content validity and item design of teacher‑made tests. International Journal of Technology & Design Education, 1-22. DOI: 10.1007/s10798-018-9463-2.
- Jackson, A. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Toward a matrix of situated design cognition. Council of Technology & Engineering Teacher Education Research Monograph Series, 1, 49-65.
- Grubbs, M. E., Strimel, G. J., & Huffman, T. (2018). Engineering education: A clear content base for standards. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 77(7), 32-38.
- Strimel, G. J., Krause, L., Kim, E., Grubbs, M. E., & Hensel, R. (2018). An engineering journey: A high school guide toward the engineering profession. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 77(5), 1-11.
- Grubbs, M. E., Strimel, G. J., & Kim, E. (2018). Examining design cognition coding schemes for P-12 engineering/technology education. International Journal of Technology & Design Education, 28(4), 899-920.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Strimel, G. J., & Jackson, A. (2018). A comparison of traditional and adaptive comparative judgment assessment techniques for freshman engineering design projects. International Journal of Engineering Education, 34(1), 20-33.
- Bartholomew, S. R., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Factors influencing success on open-ended design problems. International Journal of Technology & Design Education, 28(3), 753-770.
- Waldrop, A., Corey, C., Halfacre, M., Hummell, L., Hummell, E. U, Krantz, D., Gurganus, J., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Engineering in athletics: Teaching material selection and the applications of dynamics for designing head protection. Technology & Engineering Teacher. 78(4), 31-38.
- Bosman, L. B., Chelberg, K. L., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Incorporating engineering and renewable technologies into the K-5 classroom through culturally relevant literature and design challenges. The Elementary STEM Journal, 23(2), 26-29.
- Kim, E. G, Newman, C., Lastova, M., Bosman, T., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Engineering the reduction of food waste: Teaching problem framing and project management through culturally situated learning. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(3), 27-33.
- Bosman, L. B., O’Brien, S., Shanta, S., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Validating the value proposition of engineering design problems through quantitative analysis. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(2), 32-37.
- Huffman, T. J., Strimel, G. J., Grubbs, M. E., & Gurganus, J. (2018). Engineering: A national imperative. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(1), 22.
- Grubbs, M. E., Strimel, G. J., Huffman, T. J., & Gurganus, J. (2018). Excelling in engineering article series. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 78(1), 23-27.
- Swift, C., Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., & Yoshikawa, E. G (2018). Cultivating a family of innovators through design thinking. Children’s Technology & Engineering, 22(4), 7–11.
- Walls, W. H. U, & Strimel, G. J. (2018). A well-maintained lab is a safer lab: Strategies for involving students in laboratory maintenance. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 77(6), 16–19.
- Love, T. S., & Strimel, G. J. (2017). Computer science and technology and engineering education: A content analysis of standards. Journal of Technological Studies, 42(2), 76-88.
- Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., & Kim, E.G (2017). Engaging children in engineering design through the world of quadcopters. Children’s Technology and Engineering Journal, 21(4), 7-11.
- Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., & Kim, E.G (2017). Engaging children in engineering design through the world of quadcopters lesson materials. Children’s Technology and Engineering Journal, 21(4).
- Walls, W. H. U, & Strimel, G. J. (2017). Improving regional manufacturing ecosystems: Developing authentic, industry-driven design projects. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 77(4), 36–41.
- Cool, N., Strimel, G. J., Croly, M., Grubbs, M. E. (2017). Making mason beehives: Teaching proper “making” skills through authentic engineering design contexts. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 76(8), 20–25.
- Yoshikawa, E., Strimel, G. J., & Bartholomew, S. R. (2017). Designing the technological world through the natural world. Children’s Technology & Engineering Journal, 21(4), 18–22.
- Bartholomew, S. R. & Strimel, G. J. (2017). Adaptive comparative judgment: A better way of assessment. Techniques, 92(3), 44–49.
- Strimel, G. J., Grubbs, M. E., & Wells, J. G. (2016). Engineering education: A clear decision. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 76(1), 19-24.
- Strimel, G. J., & Grubbs, M. E. (2016). Positioning technology and engineering education as a key force in STEM education. Journal of Technology Education, 27(2), 21-36.
- Brogan, M. U & Strimel, G. J. (2016). Preservice teacher spotlight: Let’s go camping. Children’s Technology & Engineering Journal, 21(2), 28–29.
- Croly, M., Cool, N., & Strimel, G. J. (2016). Exploring the connection between technology and society through GMOs. Children’s Technology & Engineering Journal, 21(2), 14-17.
- Grubbs, M. E. & Strimel, G. J. (2015). Engineering design: The great integrator. Journal of STEM Teacher Education, 50(1), 77–90.
- Strimel, G. (2014). Authentic education by providing a situation for student-selected problem-based learning. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 73(7), 8–18.
- Strimel, G. J., Reed, P., Dooley, G., Bolling, J., Phillips, M., & Cantu, D. (2014). Integrating and monitoring informal learning in education and training. Techniques, 89(3), 48-54.
- Strimel, G. J. (2014). Discover engineering week: High school design brief. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 73(5).
- Strimel, G. J. (2014). Shale gas extraction: Drilling into current issues and making STEM connections. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 73(5), 16-24.
- Love, T. S. & Strimel, G. J. (2013). An elementary approach to teaching wind power. Technology & Engineering Teacher, 72(4), 8–14.
Books
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Strimel, G. J., Grubbs, M. E., & Wright, R. T. (2025). Foundations of engineering and technology (8th ed.). Tinley Park, IL: Goodheart-Willcox. https://www.g-w.com/foundations-engineering-technology-2025
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Strimel, G. J., Huffman, T. J., Grubbs, M., & Gurganus, J. (2020). Framework for P-12 engineering learning. Washington, DC: American Society for Engineering Education & AE3 Research Collaborative.
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Wright, R. T., Strimel, G. J., Grubbs, M. E. (2019). Foundations of engineering and technology (7th ed.). Tinley Park, IL: Goodheart-Willcox.
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Wright, R. T., Bartholomew S. R., Strimel, G. J., & Grubbs, M. E. (2019). Foundations of engineering and technology: Lab workbook. Tinley Park, IL: Goodheart-Willcox.
Book Chapters
- Strimel, G. J. (2023). Technology education’s place in STEM: The relationship and role of technology in STEM education using the US as a case study. In M. McLain, D. Irving-Bell, D. Wooff & D. Gill (Eds.), The Bloomsbury Handbook of Technology Education: Perspectives and Practice (173-191). Bloomsbury.
- Strimel, G. J. (2019). Design cognition and student performance: Helping teachers develop research informed practice. In P. J. Williams & D. Barlex (Eds.), Explorations in Technology Education Research (173-191). Singapore: Springer Nature.
- Strimel, G. (2014). Engineering by design high school curriculum. In C. Sneider, (Ed.), The Go-To-Guide for High School Engineering Curriculum. Thousands Oaks, CA: Corwin Press.
Government, university, industrial reports and standards
- Grubbs, M. E., Huffman, T. J., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Engineering: A national imperative: Phase 1 establishing content and progressions of learning in engineering. International Technology & Engineering Educators Association, Reston: VA.
- Strimel, G. J., & Grubbs, M. E. (2016). The Engineering Curriculum Endorsement Matrix. Reston, VA: International Technology & Engineering Educators Association.
Conference Proceedings
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Wiseman, S., Lucas, D., Constantine, V., Strimel, G. J., & Moore, T. (2024). Milling circuit pathways: Enhancing students’ competencies and experience with microelectronics Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Moore, T. Douglas, K., Hynes, M., Guzey, S. Strimel, G. J. et al. (2024). Integrating engineering design and microelectronics in a range of pre-college courses. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Lucas, D., Santana, V. & Strimel, G. J. (2023). Reinventing secondary school: An investigation of a polytechnic school model focused on industry and community-driven design projects. Paper presented at the International Pupils Attitudes Toward Technology Conference. https://openjournals.ljmu.ac.uk/PATT40/article/view/1299
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Strimel, G. J., Briller, S., Pruim, D., Lucas, D., Kelley, T. R., Sohn, J.J., & Martinez, R. (2023). Moving toward transdisciplinary learning around topics of convergence: Is it really possible in higher education today?. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference. https://peer.asee.org/board-342-moving-toward-transdisciplinary-learning-around-topics-of-convergence-is-it-really-possible-in-higher-education-today.pdf
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Krause, L. & Strimel, G. J. (2023). Literature exploration of graduate student well-being as related to advising. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Thorne, S. & Strimel, G. J. (2023). Democratizing the practices of design and innovation through transdisciplinary coursework. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Strimel, G. J. & Sabarre, A. (2023). High school engineering performance matrices: Where did they come from and how can they be used?. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Thorne, S., Strimel, G. J., Mentzer, N., & Sears, D. (2022). Credit that Counts: The Facilitator Model for Dual-Credit First Year Design (WIP). Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference. https://peer.asee.org/41147
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Santana, V., Strimel, G. J. (2022). Reinventing High School and It’s Influence on Students as they Enter College “Work in Progress”. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference. https://peer.asee.org/40985
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Strimel, G. J., Briller, S., Pruim, D., Kelley, T. R., and Kim, T.J. (2022). Understanding institutional barriers toward transforming undergraduate learning in the pursuit of innovation. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference. https://peer.asee.org/42029
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Otto, J., Strimel, G. J., Briller, S. & Kelley, T. (2022). A collaborative model of teaching and learning for undergraduate innovation education. Paper presented at the 2022 American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference. https://peer.asee.org/40521
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Strimel, G. J. & Kelley, T. R. (2021). Update on: Undergraduate design & innovation curriculum to reach new audiences. Paper presented at the 107th Mississippi Valley Technology Education Conference, Nashville, TN.
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Strimel, G. J. (2021). A P-12 engineering learning framework: Expectations and resources toward achieving engineering literacy for all. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Otto, J. & Strimel, G. J. (2021). Transforming undergraduate learning for pursuing innovation: Transdisciplinary coursework and its influence on entrepreneurial thinking. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Krause, L. & Strimel, G. J. (2021). Graduate student experiences as told through instagram posts. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Walls, W. H. & Strimel, G. J. (2021). Industry-based STEM lab implementation (work in progress). Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Strimel, G. J., Grubbs, M., Huffman, T., Gurganus, J. & Sabarre, A. (2021). Cultivating engineering literacy for all students: An introduction to the framework for P-12 engineering learning. Paper presented at the 38th Pupils’ Attitudes Toward Technology Conference.
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Thorne, S., Mentzer, N., Strimel, G. J., & Sears, D. (2021). Challenging the dual credit status quo. Paper presented at the Annual Graduate Student Educational Research Symposium.
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Thorne, S., Mentzer, N., Strimel, G. J., & Sears, D. (2021). The facilitator model for dual credit. Paper presented at the 6th Annual Indiana STEM Education Conference
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Huffman, T., Strimel, G. J., & Parry, E. (2021). Revolutionizing engineering for P-12 schools. Paper presented at the 9th IEEE Integrated STEM Education Conference.
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Enebechi, C. N., Sydney, S., Krause, L. & Strimel, G. J. (2020). Relationship Between Students’ Demographics and Manufacturing Career Perceptions. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
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Strimel, G. J., Krause, L. G, & Serban, S. U (2020). Children’s perceptions of manufacturing careers: Examining the influence of industry-public education initiatives. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference.
- Krause, L. & Strimel, G. J. (2019). The next generation for manufacturing competitiveness?: Children’s perceptions as shown through drawings. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Tampa, FL.
- Jackson, A., Mentzer, N., Godwin, A., Bartholomew, S. R., & Strimel, G. J. (2019). Examining beginning designers’ design self-regulation through linkography. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Tampa, FL.
- Bosman, L. B. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Examining Pre-Service Engineering and Technology Teacher Perceptions of Manufacturing, World Engineering Forum and Global Engineering Deans Council.
- Bartholomew, S. R. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). To what extent do the assessment practices, outcomes, and trends of students, instructors, and industry professionals align? Paper presented at the 105th Mississippi Valley Technology Teacher Education Conference, Nashville, TN.
- Hartell, E., Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R. & Yoshikawa, E. (2018) Adaptive comparative judgment in open-ended design scenarios. Paper presented at the 44th International Association for Educational Assessment (IAEA) Annual Conference on Assessment & Big Data, Oxford University, UK
- Bartholomew, S. R., Yoshikawa, E., & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Perceptions and reality: Analyzing student experiences in ranking self and peer work through adaptive comparative judgment. Paper presented at the 2018 Pupils Attitudes Towards Technology Conference, Atholone, Ireland.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Yoshikawa, E., Hartell, E. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Design values, preferences, similarities, and differences across three countries. Paper presented at the 2018 Pupils Attitudes Towards Technology Conference, Atholone, Ireland.
- Strimel, G. J., & Grubbs, M. E., Huffman, T. J., & Bartholomew, S. R. (2018). Establishing progressions of learning in engineering for high school students. Paper presented at the 2018 Pupils Attitudes Towards Technology Conference, Atholone, Ireland.
- Gupta, S. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Effect of entrepreneurial mindset on funding opportunities for fundamental research. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Bartholomew, S. R. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Formative feedback for improved student performance through adaptive comparative judgment. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Bartholomew, S. R. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Differences in student, instructor, and professional perceptions of industry readiness. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Huffman, T. J., Strimel, G. J., & Grubbs, M. E. (2018). Determining the engineering knowledge dimension: What all high school students should know to be engineering literate. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Kim, E. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Influence of an entrepreneurial mindset on P-12 students’ problem framing (work-in-progress). Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Sung, E., Bartholomew, S. R. & Strimel, G. J. (2018). Learning advanced mathematics through engineering design (Resource Exchange). Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
- Strimel, G. J., Huffman, T. J. & Grubbs, M. E. (2017). Why the profession (technology education) should consider transitioning more fully to an engineering education model. Paper presented at the 104th Mississippi Valley Technology Education Conference, St Louis, MO.
- Strimel, G. J. & Kelley, T. R. (2017). Establishing core undergraduate design & innovation Curriculum: Reaching new audiences. Paper presented at the 104th Mississippi Valley Technology Education Conference, St Louis, MO.
- Hartell, E., Strimel, G. J., & Bartholomew, S. R. (2017). Comparing teacher assessment practices of an engineering design challenge across countries. Association for Educational Assessment- Europe.
- Strimel, G. J., & Grubbs, M. E. (2017). A critical examination of engineering design processes and procedures. Paper presented at the 2017 Pupils Attitudes Towards Technology Conference, Philadelphia, PA.
- Bartholomew, S. R., Hartell, E. E., & Strimel, G. J. (2017). ACJ: A tool for international assessment collaboration. Paper presented at the 2017 Pupils Attitudes Towards Technology Conference, Philadelphia, PA.
- Strimel, G. J., Bartholomew, S. R., Jackson, A., & Grubbs, M. E. (2017). Evaluating freshman engineering design projects using adaptive comparative judgment. Paper presented at the American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, Columbus, OH.
- Strimel, G. J., Kim, E., Cantu, D., & Grubbs, M. E. (2017). Examining design cognition of secondary and post-secondary engineering students. Paper presented at the 2017 International Technology & Engineering Educators Association Annual Conference, Dallas, TX.
- Grubbs, M. & Strimel, G. J. (2016). Cognitive Research: Transferring Theories and Findings to K-12 Engineering Educational Practice. 2016 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition. American Society of Engineering Education.
- Strimel, G. J. (2015). Cognitive processes as indicators for student aptitude in engineering design. Plurality and complementarity of approaches in design and technology education (pp. 380–389).
- Strimel, G. (2013). Engineering by design: Preparing STEM teachers for the 21st century. In J. Williams (Ed.), Technology education: A play on sustainability. New Zealand: Canterbury University.
- Strimel, G. (2012). Engineering by Design™: Preparing Students For the 21 st Century. PATT 26 Conference; Technology Education in the 21st Century; Stockholm; Sweden; 26-30 June; 2012 (073rd ed., pp. 434–443).
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