Recognizing the transformative impact of technology on education, Dr. Basinger-Ellis is involved in investigating the dynamics of online learning, particularly with regard to the Gen Z demographic. She examines how Gen Z learners engage with digital learning platforms, how these platforms can be optimized for effective learning outcomes, and the role of online learning in preparing the next generation for careers in manufacturing.

• Alvarado, M. Basinger, K., Alvarado, D., Ortega, A.U, Lahijanian, B.G, “Video Length Preferences for Gen-Z Engineering Students in a Flipped Classroom” Journal of Science Education and Technology., Under Review
• Basinger, K., Ortega, A., Alvarado, D., & Alvarado, M. (2022, August). The effect on perceived and performance learning outcomes from active online learning. In 2022 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition, June 2022, Minneapolis, MN.
• Basinger, K., Alvarado, D., Ortega, A.U, Hartless, D.U Lahijanian, B.G, Alvarado, M. “Creating ACTIVE Learning in an Online Environment” In Proceedings of the 2021 ASEE Annual Conference, Virtual Conference, July 26-29, 2021, Pages 1-11. [PDF].
• Alvarado, M., Basinger, K., Alvarado, D., Lahijanian, B.G, Buzard, B.U, Karaca, M.G “Strategies for Flipped Classroom Video Development: Educating Generation Z Engineering Students.” In Proceedings of the 2020 ASEE Annual Conference, Virtual Conference, June 21-25, 2020, Pages 1-9. [PDF].
• Lahijanian, B.G, Basinger, K., Karaca, M.G, Alvarado, D., Buzard, B.U, and Alvarado, M. “Flipped Classroom Video Engagement for Generation Z Engineering Students.” In Proceedings of the 2020 IISE Annual Conference and Expo, New Orleans, LA, Oct. 31-Nov. 3, 2020. Pages 1-6. [PDF]