ERIC Number: EJ1215867
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Jun
Pages: 9
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Applying an Agile Approach in an Information Systems Capstone Course
Adkins, Joni K.; Tu, Cindy
Information Systems Education Journal, v17 n3 p41-49 Jun 2019
This paper outlines the content of a Master of Science in Information System degree and the development and deployment of the first two iterations of the capstone course. Research shows that a capstone course can be valuable for both students and future employers. The steps taken to prepare for the course and set up the capstone course are included. Students utilized an agile methodology, Scrum, with regular meetings and five sprints. Students answered questions about their experience with the capstone course and the findings from two cohorts of students are shared. The paper concludes with considerations for future follow up and iterations.
Descriptors: Masters Programs, Graduate Students, Information Science Education, Capstone Experiences, Information Systems, Student Attitudes, Student Projects, Active Learning, Teaching Methods, Course Descriptions
Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals. Box 488, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480. e-mail: publisher@isedj.org; Web site: http://isedj.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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