The paper discusses classroom-based pedagogies of engagement, particularly cooperative and problem-based learning, in engineering education. It highlights the importance of student involvement in learning and the need for effective teaching methods that promote active and collaborative learning. The paper outlines the theoretical foundations, research evidence, and practical implementations of these pedagogies. It also discusses the benefits of these approaches, including improved academic success, better relationships among students, and positive psychological adjustment. The paper emphasizes the importance of cooperative learning in fostering positive peer relationships and reducing isolation and alienation, which are significant predictors of failure in college. It also discusses the benefits of problem-based learning, including improved knowledge application and skills. The paper concludes by emphasizing the need for further research and implementation of these pedagogies in engineering education.The paper discusses classroom-based pedagogies of engagement, particularly cooperative and problem-based learning, in engineering education. It highlights the importance of student involvement in learning and the need for effective teaching methods that promote active and collaborative learning. The paper outlines the theoretical foundations, research evidence, and practical implementations of these pedagogies. It also discusses the benefits of these approaches, including improved academic success, better relationships among students, and positive psychological adjustment. The paper emphasizes the importance of cooperative learning in fostering positive peer relationships and reducing isolation and alienation, which are significant predictors of failure in college. It also discusses the benefits of problem-based learning, including improved knowledge application and skills. The paper concludes by emphasizing the need for further research and implementation of these pedagogies in engineering education.