Revised Project Guideline
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Sept. 26 |
Select a topic to present
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Oct. 10 |
Turn in a plan for the work
involved in studying the selected topic.
The plan should include (1) a list of activities, (2) a time estimate
for each activity, and (3) an outline of the sections in a report summarizing
the findings of your investigation. (5
points) |
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Oct. 31 |
Turn in a first draft your
report. (5 points) |
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Dec. 10/12 |
Present your work to the
class (about 30 minutes). (10 points) Your presentation will be
graded as follows: -
Understanding of subject matter -
Use of visuals -
Speaking volume, clarity, and pace -
Eye contact -
Response to questions |
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Dec. 12 |
Turn in a printed copy of
the report (~15 to 20 pages, typed, double-spaced, including figures, tables,
etc.). (10 points) Your report will be graded
as follows: -
Topic relevance -
Clear statement of purpose - Topic coverage - Well-founded conclusion -
Thoroughness -
Quality of the report (organization, clarity, neatness) |
Example topics:
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Information
systems development using Access (or other software).
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Information
systems development of the future.
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Information
systems development issues.
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Evaluation of the
effectiveness of HyperCase in a systems analysis and
design course.
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Assessment of
CASE tools (or other tools such as MS Project, BPM WorkBench,
etc.) in information systems development.
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Applicability of
systems analysis and design concepts in my area of specialty.