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Model project-based learning using real world projects in the Information Sciences and Technology curriculum
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Model project-based learning using real world projects in the Information Sciences and Technology curriculum

Lila Rajabion and Samir Shah
Proceedings of the First International Conference on Advances in Information Technology
01 Jan 2012

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Computer science Curriculum Engineering management Higher education Information science It project management Knowledge management Project based Project management Project-based learning Structured systems analysis and design method
This paper reports on real world project based experience and learning with computer information science and technology projects and Penn State University campuses (Mont Alto & York). Working on the real world experiences improve the collaboration with industry and emphasizes on the team projects. This paper also deals with reasons for developing and implementing the real world project approach in IT project management, system analysis and design courses and Capstone project courses. It will also outline the modifications that were gained after the first experiences with this type of approach. Finally, we summarize the student’s perspectives and learning experiences, as well as faculty experiences with collaborating with industry. Keywords— Higher education, industry-university collaboration, team projects, project management , project based learning.

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