Journal Papers

Clark RM, Kaw A, Guldiken R. Metacognition instruction and repeated reflection in a fluid mechanics course: Reflective themes and student outcomes. International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education. 2023;51(4):243-269. doi:10.1177/03064190231164719

A. Yalcin, A. Kaw, and R. Clark, On learning platform metrics as markers for student success in a course, Comput. Appl. Eng. Educ. 2023; 31: 1412–1432. https://doi.org/10.1002/cae.22653 

R.Clark, A. Kaw, Y. Lou, A, Scott, “The flipped classroom during the remote period of COVID: student perceptions compared to pre-COVID times”, International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, (2022), 1-22. Link to Full Text (limited by subscription)


R. Clark., A. Kaw, and R. Braga Gomes, “Adaptive Learning: Helpful To The Flipped Classroom In The Online Environment Of COVID?”, Computer Applications in Engineering Education (2021), 1– 15. Link to Full Text (limited by subscription)


R. Clark, A. Kaw, “Enhancing Student Outcomes in a Blended Numerical Methods Course for Engineers: The Case for Practice and Cumulative Tests”, International Journal of Engineering Education Vol. 37, No. 3, pp. 585–593, 2021.  Link to Full Text (limited by subscription)


R. Clark, A. Kaw, “Adaptive learning in a numerical methods course for engineers: Evaluation in blended and flipped classrooms”, Computer Applications in Engineering Education, pp. 62-79, Vol. 28(1), 2020.  Link to Full Text (limited by subscription)


R. Clark, A. Kaw, “Benefits of adaptive lessons for pre-class preparation in a flipped numerical methods course”, International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, pp. 713-729, Vol 51(5), 2020.  Link to Full Text


A. Kaw, R. Clark, E. Delgado, N. Abate, “Analyzing the Use of Adaptive Learning in a Flipped Classroom for Pre-Class Learning”, Computer Applications in Engineering Educations, Vol. 27, pp. 663‐ 678, 2019. Link to Full Text (limited by subscription)


R. Clark, A. Kaw, Y. Lou, A. Scott, M. Besterfield-Sacre “Evaluating Blended and Flipped Instruction in Numerical Methods at Multiple Engineering Schools,” International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: Vol. 12: No. 1, Article 11, 2018. Link to Full Text


J. Tai, A. Kaw, “Transverse Shear Modulus of Unidirectional Composites With Voids Estimated by the Multiple-Cells Model”, Composites Part A: Applied Science and Manufacturing, pp.310-320, Vol 105, 2018.



R. Clark, A. Kaw, M. Besterfield-Sacre, “Comparing the Effectiveness of Blended, Semi-Flipped, and Flipped Formats in an Engineering Numerical Methods Course”, ASEE Advances in Engineering Education, pp. 1-38, Vol. 5, 2016. Link to Full Text


G. Aden-Buie, A. Kaw, A. Yalcin, “Comparison of final examination formats in a numerical methods course”, International Journal of Engineering Education, pp. 72-82, Vol. 31, 2015.


S.H. Garapati, A.Kaw, “Analysis of Heating and Cooling Methods for Assembly of Steel Fulcra in Bascule Bridges”, Bridge Structures, pp. 121-133, Vol. 8, 2012.


A. Kaw, A. Yalcin, D. Nguyen, R. Pendyala, M. Hess, G. Lee-Thomas, G. Besterfield, J. Eison, C. Owens, “A Holistic View on History, Development, Assessment, and Future of an Open Courseware in Numerical Methods”, ASEE Computers in Education Journal, Vol 3(4), pp. 57-71, 2012.


C. Owens, A. Kaw, M. Hess, “Assessing Online Resources for an Engineering Course”, Computer Applications in Engineering Education, pp. 426-433, Vol. 20(3), 2012.


A. Kaw, A. Yalcin, “Measuring Student Learning Using Initial and Final Concept Test in a STEM Course”, International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, pp. 435-448, Vol 43(4), 2012.


A. Yalcin, A. Kaw, “Does Grading Homework Improve Student Examination Performance?”, International Journal of Engineering Education, pp. 1333-1342, Vol 27(6), 2011.


S. Garapati, L. Snyder, A. Kaw, “Comparing Two Procedures for Assembling Steel Fulcra in Simple-Trunnion Bascule Bridges”, Bridge Structures, pp. 19-30, Vol 7(1), 2011.


S. Garapati, A. Kaw, “Effect of Geometry, Loading and Elastic Moduli on Critical Parameters in a Nanoindentation Test in Polymeric Matrix Composites with a Nonhomogeneous Interphase”, Composite Interfaces, pp. 275-294, Vol. 18, 2011.


A. Kaw, S. Garapati, “Development and Assessment of Digital Audiovisual YouTube Lectures for an Engineering Course In Numerical Methods”, ASEE Computers in Education Journal, pp. 89-97, Vol. 2 (2), 2011.


E. Gil-Herrera, A. Tsalatsanis, A. Yalcin, A. Kaw, “Predicting Academic Performance Using a Rough Set Theory Based Knowledge Discovery Methodology”, International Journal of Engineering Education, pp. 992-1002, Vol. 27 (5), 2011.


M. Rajapakshe, M. Gunaratne, A. Kaw, “Evaluation of LuGre Tire Friction Model with Measured Data on Multiple Pavement Surfaces,” Tire Science and Technology, TSTCA, Vol. 38, No. 3, pp. 213-227, 2010.


A. Kaw, A. Yalcin, “A Metric to Quantify the Topsy-Turvyness of a College Football Season”, Chance (An American Statistical Association Magazine), pp. 18-26, Vol. 22(3), 2009. (More info)


A. Kaw, A. Yalcin, B. DeMenezes, E. Allard, “Introducing and Assessing Laboratory Experience in a Numerical Methods Course for Engineers”, ASEE Computers in Education Journal, pp. 57-65, Vol. XVIII (3), 2009.


A.K. Kaw, A.Yalcin, “Problem-Centered Approach in a Course in Numerical Methods”, ASCE Journal of Professional Issues and Engineering Education, pp. 359-364, Vol. 134(4), 2008.


C. Nguyen, A.K. Kaw, J. Paul, “Sensitivity Analysis of Cooling Methods and Geometric Parameters in Assembly Procedure of Bascule Bridge Fulcrums”, The Journal of Strain Analysis for Engineering Design, pp.  337-349, Vol. 42, (2007).


P. Chalasani, A.K. Kaw, J. Daly, C. Nguyen “Effect of Geometrical and Material Parameters in Nanoindentation of Layered Materials with an Interphase”, International Journal of Solids and Structures, pp. 5380-5395, Vol. 44 (16), (2007).


A.K. Kaw, M. Hess, “Comparing Effectiveness of Instructional Delivery Modalities in an Engineering Course”, International Journal of Engineering Education, pp. 508-516, Vol. 23(3), (2007).


A.K. Kaw and S. Ho, “Introducing Approximate Methods in Theory of Elasticity”,  Computer Applications for Engineering Education, pp. 120-134, Vol. 14 (2), (2006).


N. Collier, A.K. Kaw, G.H. Besterfield, M. Rahman, “Benefits of Staged Cooling of Composite Cylinders in Shrink Fitting”, The Journal of Strain Analysis for Engineering Design, pp. 349-361, Vol. 41 (5), (2006).


A.K. Kaw, G.H. Besterfield, J. Eison, “Effectiveness of a Holistic & Customized Approach to Teaching Numerical Methods”, International Journal of Engineering Education, pp. 712-722, Vol. 21 (4), 2005.


A.K. Kaw, “Techniques Employed by Highly Effective Engineering Educators”,  ASCE Journal of Professional Issues and Engineering Education, pp. 175-177, Vol. 131 (3), (2005).


A.K. Kaw, G.H. Besterfield and S. Nichani, “Integrating a Research Problem in a Course in Applied Elasticity”, International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, pp. 232-242, Vol. 32 (3), (2004).


N. Collier, A.K. Kaw, “On Comparing Computational Systems – Maple, Mathcad, Matlab, and Mathematica”, ASEE Computers in Education Journal, pp. 12-24, Vol. XIV (1), (2004).


A.K. Kaw, N. Collier, M. Keteltas, J. Paul, G.H. Besterfield, “Holistic but customized resources for a course in numerical methods”, Computer Applications for Engineering Education, pp. 203-210, Vol. 11, (2003).


G.H. Besterfield, A.K. Kaw, S. Nichani, B. Ratnam, T. Cherukara, M. Denninger, “Assembly Procedures of a Trunnion-Hub-Girder for Bascule Bridges”,   Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Vol 40, No 2, pp. 123-134, (2003).


G.H. Besterfield, S. Nichani, A.K. Kaw, T. Eason, “Full-Scale Testing of Trunnion-Hub-Girder Assemblies for Bascule Bridges”, ASCE Journal of Bridge Engineering, Vol. 8, No 4., pp. (2003).


N. Pai, A.K. Kaw and M. Weng, “Optimization of Laminate Stacking Sequence for Failure Load Maximization Using Tabu Search”, Composites Part B, Vol. 34, No. 1, pp 405-413, (2003).


J. Ye and A.K. Kaw, “Determination of Mechanical Properties of Fiber-Matrix Interface from Pushout Test”, Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Vol. 32, No 1, pp 15-25, (1999).


A.K. Kaw and R. Rodriguez, “Synthesis of Tools in Teaching a Course in Mechanics of Composite Materials”, Mechanics, Vol. 27, No. 11, pp. 5-12, (1998).


A.K. Kaw and G. Willenbring, “A Software Tool for Mechanics of Composite Materials”, International Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 13, No. 6, pp. 433-481, (1998).


T. Srinath, H. Madanraj, A.K. Kaw, J. Ye and G.H. Besterfield, “Effect of Extrinsic and Intrinsic Factors in Indentation Tests,” International Journal of Solids and Structures, Vol. 33, No. 24, pp. 3497-3516 (1996).


A.K. Kaw and M. Daniels, “Should We Continue to Debate over the Change to SI System?,” ASCE Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, Vol. 122, No. 2, pp. 69-72 (1996).


N.J. Pagano and A.K. Kaw, “Asymptotic Stresses Around a Crack Tip at the Interface Between Planar or Cylindrical Bodies,”International Journal of Fracture, Vol. 71, No. 2, pp. 151-164, (1995).


A.K. Kaw, S. Kunchithpatham, N.J. Pagano, “Stress Field in a Composite Cylinder with a Friction Fiber-Matrix Interface,” International Journal of Solids and Structures, Vol. 32, No. 15, pp. 2127-2154, (1995).


V.T. Bechel and A.K. Kaw, “Fracture Mechanics of Composites with Nonhomogeneous Interphases and Nondilute Fiber Volume Fractions,” International Journal of Solids and Structures, Vol. 31, No. 15, pp. 2053-2070, (1994).


A.K. Kaw and J. Ye, “Comparison of Fracture Mechanics Models with Axisymmetric and Planar Assumptions,” Composites Engineering Journal, Vol. 4, No. 6, pp. 621-636, (1994).


A.K. Kaw and D. Jadhav, “Axisymmetric Elastic Response of a Composite Cylinder with a Broken Fiber”, Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Vol. 21, pp. 197-206, (1994).


V. Bechel and A.K. Kaw, “On Using a Symbolic Manipulator in Teaching Classical Elasticity,” ASEE Computers in Education Journal, Vol. 4, No. 2, pp. 55-59, (1994).


A.K. Kaw and N.J. Pagano, “Axisymmetric Thermoelastic Response of a Composite Cylinder Containing an Annular Crack”, Journal of Composite Materials, Vol. 23, No. 6, pp. 540-571, (1993).


A.K. Kaw and K.S. Gadi, “Mechanics of Fiber-Reinforced Composites with Doubly Periodic Cracks,” Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Vol. 19, No. 3, pp. 173-182, (1993).


A.K. Kaw, D. Jadhav, G. Sudhakar, “On Solving Crack Problems in Fiber Reinforced Composites by Symbolic Manipulations,” Advances in Engineering Software and Workstations, Vol. 16, No. 1, pp. 31-36, (1993).


A.K. Kaw and G.H. Besterfield, “Periodic Matrix Cracking in Brittle Matrix Composites,” International Journal of Solids and Structures, Vol. 29, No. 10, pp. 1193-1207, (1992).


A.K. Kaw, A. Selvarathinam and G.H. Besterfield, “Comparison of Interphase Models for a Crack in Fiber Reinforced Composites,” Theoretical and Applied Fracture Mechanics, Vol. 17, pp. 133-147, (1992).


A.K. Kaw, “Numerical Solutions of Strong Integrals in Hadamard’s Sense,” IMSL Directions, Vol. 9, No. 1, pp. 8-9, (1992).


A.K. Kaw, “An Instructional Interactive Aid for Mechanics of Composites,”  International Journal of Mechanical Engineering Education, Vol. 20, No. 3, pp. 213-229 (1992).


A.K. Kaw and G.H. Besterfield, “Effect of Interphases on Mechanical Behavior of Composites,” ASCE Journal of Engineering Mechanics, Vol. 117, No. 11, pp. 2641-2658, (1991).


A.K. Kaw and V.G. Das, “A Crack in an Imperfect Interface in Composites,”  Mechanics of Materials, Vol. 11, pp. 295-322, (1991).


A.K. Kaw and J.G. Goree, “The Semi-Infinite Strip Problem in Mechanics of Composites,” ASTM Journal of Composite Technology and Research, Vol. 13, No. 2, pp. 65-77, (1991).


A.K. Kaw, “Cauchy Singular Integral Equations with Logarithmic Singular Integrands in Solid Mechanics,” Mechanics Research Communications, Vol. 18, No.5, pp. 261-268, (1991).


A.K. Kaw, “On Evaluating Integrals with Strongly Singular Integrands,” Advances in Engineering Software and Workstations, Vol. 13, No. 2, pp. 84-103, (1991).


A.K. Kaw and J.G. Goree, “The Effect of Interleaves on Fracture of Laminated Composites: Part I – Analysis,” ASME Journal of Applied Mechanics, Vol. 57, No. 1, pp. 168-174, (1990).


A.K. Kaw and J.G. Goree, “The Effect of Interleaves on Fracture of Laminated Composites: Part II – Solution and Results,” ASME Journal of Applied Mechanics, Vol. 57, No. 1, pp. 175-181, (1990).


A.K. Kaw, “Some Simple Tools to Develop Educational Software,” The Quickbasic Journal, Vol. 1, No. 3, pp. 23-29, (1990).


A.K. Kaw and J.G. Goree, “Analysis of Notched Laminates with Interlaminar Debonding,” Journal of Engineering Fracture Mechanics, Vol. 22, No. 6, pp. 1013-1029, (1985).