Autar K. Kaw, who received his master\u2019s degree and Ph.D. in engineering mechanics from Clemson, was recognized for his exceptional work as a professor at the University of South Florida. He\u2019s one of four recipients of the 2012 U.S. Professor of the Year award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. This highly selective award is considered the nation\u2019s highest honor for engaging and influencing undergraduates.
\nIt\u2019s not the first time Kaw has been recognized for his outstanding teaching; he also received the National Outstanding Teaching Medal from the American Society for Engineering Education in 2011.
\nKaw has taught mechanical engineering at the University of South Florida (USF) for 25 years \u2014 plenty of time to develop his teaching techniques. His teaching method utilizes new technology, such as social media, to help his students understand the complex mathematical modeling involved in mechanical engineering.
\nStudents at USF aren\u2019t the only ones benefiting from Kaw\u2019s innovative teaching methods. He has dedicated his career to helping engineering students around the world and provides educational tips on his blog and through YouTube video lectures. Known as the \u201cNumerical Methods Guy,\u201d Kaw has helped thousands of students by redefining traditional teaching.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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