A management system for monitoring and assessing the group-oriented database project

ABSTRACT

This paper presents the evaluation techniques and forms for implementing group-oriented database projects in a senior level database course. A management system for monitoring the design, implementation, and testing of a small production database application using the team approach serves as the focus of this paper. Emphasis is upon both time and efficiency for students and instructor. The database prototype is implemented in phase one with a relational microcomputer tool and in phase two with a relational mainframe DBMS.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.2 Computer and Information Science Education
          Subjects: Self-assessment

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.2 DATABASE MANAGEMENT

  K. Computing Milieux
  K.3 COMPUTERS AND EDUCATION
      K.3.2 Computer and Information Science Education
          Subjects: Curriculum

General Terms:
Human Factors, Management, Measurement, Performance