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Journal of Management Information and Decision Sciences, 2009

29 Academy of Information and Management Sciences Journal, Volume 12, Number 1, 2009 INFORMATION ... more 29 Academy of Information and Management Sciences Journal, Volume 12, Number 1, 2009 INFORMATION SYSTEMS SECURITY AND SAFETY MEASURES: THE DICHOTOMY BETWEEN STUDENTS'FAMILIARITY AND PRACTICE Ewuuk Lomo-David, North Carolina A&T ...

ACADEMY OF INFORMATION …, 2009

The Information Systems Education Journal (ISEDJ) is a double-blind peer-reviewed academic journa... more The Information Systems Education Journal (ISEDJ) is a double-blind peer-reviewed academic journal published reviewed published by ISCAP, Information Systems and Computing Academic Professionals. The first year of publication was 2003. ISEDJ is published online (http://isedj.org). Our sister publication, the Proceedings of EDSIGCon (http://www.edsigcon.org) features all papers, panels, workshops, and presentations from the conference. The journal acceptance review process involves a minimum of three double-blind peer reviews, where both the reviewer is not aware of the identities of the authors and the authors are not aware of the identities of the reviewers. The initial reviews happen before the conference. At that point papers are divided into award papers (top 15%), other journal papers (top 30%), unsettled papers, and non-journal papers. The unsettled papers are subjected to a second round of blind peer review to establish whether they will be accepted to the journal or not. Tho...

In this paper, we describe a Relational Algebra Query Language (RAQL) and Relational Algebra Quer... more In this paper, we describe a Relational Algebra Query Language (RAQL) and Relational Algebra Query (RAQ) software product we have developed that allows database instructors to teach relational algebra through programming. Instead of defining query operations using mathematical notation (the approach commonly taken in database textbooks), students write RAQL query programs as sequences of relational algebra function calls. The RAQ software allows RAQL programs to be run interactively, so that students can view the results of RA operations. Thus, students can learn relational algebra in a manner similar to learning SQL-by writing code and watching it run.

The national technology plan from the U.S. Department of Education in 2004 showed that teachers h... more The national technology plan from the U.S. Department of Education in 2004 showed that teachers have more resources available through technology than ever before, but many teachers have not received sufficient training in the effective use of technology to enhance the students' learning. A mixed method was designed to evaluate the current Computer Education system from the view of 17 Technology Specialists in Texas P-12 systems. There were three research questions which guided this study: To what rating/level a typical teacher was evaluated in (a) their computer literacy levels; (b) implementing instructional technology into his/her classroom; and (c) valuing Computer Education to be included in the teacher preparation program? The finding showed that a typical teacher's average computer literacy level was evaluated as below average. A typical teacher who implemented instructional technology into his/her classroom was evaluated with a value of below expected usages. The findings also showed that there is a strong emphasis on the importance of computer education which is suggested to be included in the teacher preparation program. To avoid any bias occurred from the participants' backgrounds; the results showed that there is not a significantly different outcome between (a) the sizes of schools where the participants work; (b) the participants' teaching years; and (c) the subjects the participants teach. Following the suggestions of the courses to be offered from the computer education, the top four courses were proposed from the most to the least value: Multimedia Educational Application, Fundamental Computer Courses, Operating System, and Web Design. Due to the limited resources in computer education, this study might enhance the value of creating a computer education track to promote the efficiency of educational technology in P-16 systems.

Information Systems Education Journal, 2016

All too often, courses in higher education tend to teach isolated bits of facts with little effor... more All too often, courses in higher education tend to teach isolated bits of facts with little effort to assist in learner assimilation of those facts so as to grow knowledge of the world into a more dynamic understanding. To address the need for a capstone research project for students in their master’s program and in an effort to create online courses which offer a more meaningful learning environment with integrated curriculum, two professors chose to accomplish this by combining their courses over a two-semester period of time. An additional challenge existed since these two courses were in two separate departments (Computer Science and Curriculum & Instruction), and in two different colleges (College of Sciences and College of Education) on a university campus. This article explains why they chose project based learning as the foundation for merging these courses. Further, it describes the process, the assignments, the challenges, and the lessons learned.

Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 2008

Studies show that a large number of students entering college expressed ignorance of computer sci... more Studies show that a large number of students entering college expressed ignorance of computer science and the careers to which it could lead1 A few students come to understand the benefits of computer science or realize that they have an interest in majoring in the field after taking a CS elective or initiating a minor in CS. High school counselors and even teachers of computer classes are uninformed of the benefits of a computer science major.

Issues In Information Systems, 2011

In a few short years, a variety of new wireless communication devices have profoundly changed how... more In a few short years, a variety of new wireless communication devices have profoundly changed how and why we communicate. Understanding the uses and motivators and characteristics associated with these new forms of communications is important for practitioners and researchers as they increasingly adopt these technologies. This study was to review activities and variables associated with cell phone and smartphone usage among a sample of US college students. The study is an attempt to provide general information on the use of mobile devices today as well as some of the motivators behind use and satisfaction. Specifically, we examine demographic and device differences with regard to a wide range of mobile phone uses as well as influences on satisfaction with mobile devices and uses.

Journal of Computing Sciences in Colleges, 2015

A 75-minute session will be requested for this proposed tutorial in how to promote robotics compe... more A 75-minute session will be requested for this proposed tutorial in how to promote robotics competitions through academic community engagement for the BEST (Boosting Engineering Science Technology). The intended audience would be the university faculty and staff in Computer Science and Information System fields. Introduction (15 minutes) In support of the Science Technology Engineering Mathematic (STEM) movement in the US, a robotic competition program for middle and high school students was designed by Boosting Engineering Science Technology (BEST) Robotics Inc., a non-profit and volunteer-based organization. The hosting hubs and organization will be introduced in the following sections. Preparation in Spring and Summer Semesters (15 minutes) In spring and summer semesters, Sam Houston State University, SouthEast Texas (SET) BEST Hub recruits surrounding middle and high school teams to participate in competing BEST Robotics events. Many training programs have been offered to the te...

Numerous studies in the past decade have proven that mentoring benefits college students' liv... more Numerous studies in the past decade have proven that mentoring benefits college students' lives on campus. A survey was conducted at the beginning of the spring semester in 2009 and 2010 to investigate the degree of assistance the students expected from their mentors. The population was selected from the computer science foundation course: CS146 - Introduction to Algorithms & Programming. 120 out of 145 (82.8%) students completed the Computer Science Pre Mentoring Program survey. The results showed that the students agree the mentoring program should be able to assist them in the following areas, ordered from greatest to least: (a) assisting their success in the CS146 course, (b) building a solid foundation in computer science, (c) embracing them as a family member of the Computer Science Department, (d) assisting their success in college life, (e) joining the mentoring program, and (f) selecting their future career path. After reviewing the results of the survey, we suggested t...

Information Systems Education Journal, Aug 1, 2012

A majority of incoming college freshmen and sophomores have not applied their critical thinking s... more A majority of incoming college freshmen and sophomores have not applied their critical thinking skills as part of their learning process. This paper investigates how students acquire their critical thinking skills while facing the copyright, fair use, and internet security challenges in this contemporary digital society. The findings show that 90 percent of students were not able to apply their critical thinking skills with valid reasoning when they made a decision based on the case scenarios.

International Journal of Information and Education Technology, 2015

To attempt to overcome the gap of performance in science, technology, engineering, and mathematic... more To attempt to overcome the gap of performance in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics performance inUS, the Boosting Engineering Science Technology Robotics Inc. designed the BEST Robotics Competition events to promote engineering writing skills, critical thinking skills, and teamwork to promote robotics design and marketing competencies. This BEST Robotics practice has becoming a trend to be included in the curriculum of middle and high schools.

Director, 2010

Abstract: This study examined the status of critical thinking (CT) and reasoning skills in infor-... more Abstract: This study examined the status of critical thinking (CT) and reasoning skills in infor-mation communication and technology (ICT) for 190 college students in a higher education system. It analyzed how the students performed in CT, reasoning, and internet copyright ...

Information Systems Education Journal, Oct 1, 2011

Abstract: The purpose of this study is related to Green Information Technology (IT), Green Comput... more Abstract: The purpose of this study is related to Green Information Technology (IT), Green Computing, and/or Sustainability (GITS) curriculum initiatives in institutions of higher education in the US and abroad. The purpose of this study is threefold; 1) to evaluate whether GITS academic programs have been initiated in higher educational organizations; 2) to analyze if GITS programs and/or courses are currently in place; and 3) to investigate the conceptual framework of GITS across campuses.

The paper explores relevant past research on service-learning in Information Systems courses sinc... more The paper explores relevant past research on service-learning in Information Systems courses since 2000. One of the conclusions from this is that most of the publications are not founded on specific theoretical models and are mainly about sharing instructor or student experiences. Then several theoretical frameworks from Education and other disciplines and their relevance for service-learning are analyzed. As a result, several directions for future research towards improvement of service-learning in IS education are proposed.

International Journal of Information and Education Technology, 2017

CBE life sciences education, 2015

Recent studies question the effectiveness of a traditional university curriculum in helping stude... more Recent studies question the effectiveness of a traditional university curriculum in helping students improve their critical thinking and scientific literacy. We developed an introductory, general education (gen ed) science course to overcome both deficiencies. The course, titled Foundations of Science, differs from most gen ed science offerings in that it is interdisciplinary; emphasizes the nature of science along with, rather than primarily, the findings of science; incorporates case studies, such as the vaccine-autism controversy; teaches the basics of argumentation and logical fallacies; contrasts science with pseudoscience; and addresses psychological factors that might otherwise lead students to reject scientific ideas they find uncomfortable. Using a pretest versus posttest design, we show that students who completed the experimental course significantly improved their critical-thinking skills and were more willing to engage scientific theories the general public finds contro...

ICTs and the Millennium Development Goals, 2014

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The national technology plan from the US Department of Education in 2004 showed that teachers hav... more The national technology plan from the US Department of Education in 2004 showed that teachers have more resources available through technology than ever before, but many teachers have not received sufficient training in the effective use of technology to enhance the students' ...