WIP: Shaping the Future of Engineering Education: Perspectives from the University Community on Innovative Teaching Practices

This work in progress innovative practice paper presents a study conducted at Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC) to investigate the perspectives of the university community regarding the evolution of the institution's teaching model, particularly focusing on identifying the essential elements for engineering education. The study arises from the necessity for universities to adapt their educational approaches to meet the demands of contemporary society, emphasizing the cultivation of critical thinking, intellectual rigor, and social responsibility among students. This is part of the Learning Galaxy Initiative, which aims to enhance the students' learning experience and define a distinctive teaching model at UPC. Through structured discussions on curricular content, teaching methodologies and learning spaces, participants have identified key elements for rethinking the teaching model.