Children with autism display altered ankle strategies when changing speed during over-ground gait.

Background: Examining gait mechanics when altering speed has been used in various clinical populations to understand the pervasiveness of neurological impairments. Few studies have examined whether different gait mechanics exist when altering speed in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, although autism may present as a movement disorder due to abnormalities in the central nervous system. Most autism gait-related research has used preferred walking speed, while different speeds may yield discernible patterns that can be used for future interventions.

Motivating the need for an engineering-specific approach to student leadership development.

This article illustrates the need for an engineering-specific approach to student leadership development by exploring two contrasting case studies and the unique issues inherent to leading as engineers.

Looking to the future: Four key purposes of engineering leadership education.

The concluding article of this engineering leadership (EL) development sourcebook looks to the future of the field by exploring four key purposes of EL education: the pursuit of knowledge, personal growth, professional preparation and social transformation.