CIT 448-Global and Strategic Issues in Information Technology

While information technologies remain the same across national borders,their usage and context change according to country cultures and national laws.Features such as information infrastructure,  languages,business practice,intellectual property protection,and tariffs impact the adoption of IT in a transnational organization.In this course,students will define global technology issues and their impact,understand cultural differences and their effect on standards for the use of technology, develop resources to make informed decisions personally and professionally,and generally raise  global awareness within an IT context.Prerequisite:CIT 262/CSE 262 or permission of instructor.

Why this course?

This course is required in the Bachelors'degrees in Health Information Technology

(https://bulletin.miamioh.edu/liberal-arts-applied-science/health-information-technology-bs/)_and Information  Technology (https://bulletin.miamioh.edu/liberal-arts-applied-science/information- technology-bsl) ,and in the CIT 1 Social and  Global Computing

(https://bulletin.miamioh.edu/liberal-education/thematic-sequencel#CIT1) thematic sequence.

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course,students should be able to:

CIT 448.1 Describe technology issues that transcend country borders and demonstrate the impact on several cross-cultural aspects (such as language,culture,workforce,intellectual property, privacy).

CIT 448.2 Contrast technology choices that face a global organization and explain the effect of such choices on the organization and its customers/users.

CIT 448.3 Research and define various international related to the process of IT implementation, and apply them considering appropriate constraints and requirements.

CIT 448.4 Demonstrate the use of global resources forgathering information related to current trends and issues related to technology.

CIT 448.5 IIlustrate aspects of software behavior. that are related to various cultural reactions.  CIT 448.6 Identify cultural standards and restrictions on the use of technology,and explain the effect of these restrictions in a variety of cultures/countries.

CIT 448.7 Categorize and contrast the interrelationship of social,technical and legislative issues and technology.

CIT 448.8 Demonstrate independent learning and research skills.

Course Modules

In this course,we progress through a series of modules.Students are expected to complete the modules and activities in the order presented.Each module can be accessed from the "Home" navigation link or by selecting "Modules"in the left navigation bar.In general,most modules consist  of an overview page,module outcomes,readings,presentations,and assignments including quizzes, group,and individual work.Additionally,as needed,supplemental material including links to external  sources are also in the modules.

Online Discussions

Some discussion boards and/or collaborative tools will be required.Interacting via online text can be misconstrued.

·Review the discussion rubric before your first post."I agree"is not an acceptable post.Be

thoughtful and reflective.

·Review your text  before  posting.

·Watch the way in which you post humor.

·Disagree  and  challenge  ideas, don't make it personal.

·Accept disagreement and thoughtfully consider other ideas 

● Iadvise students to view this Discussion   Board    Etiquette

(https://www2.uwstout.edu/content/profdev/rubrics/discuss etiquette.html) website for more complete information.

As a student in this course,you are expected to actively participate in online discussions and group projects,as well as other activities required in this course.You are expected to post your ideas and  assignments,react to others'ideas,and exchange thoughts with fellow students and the instructor.

Closed Captioning

You may be asked to create a video(s)to post and share your work for others to view and provide feedback.ALL videos MUST be closed captioned.You may use YouTube but review and make certain the captions  are correct.Review "13  Free  Tools  &Subtitle  Software  to  Make  Your  Video Captioning Process Easier!" (https://blog,amara,org/2018/05/02/10-free-tools-to-make-your-

captioning-process-easier-in-2018) Amara Blog last accessed 6-7-2022.This site provides useful comparisons of the various tools.

Required  Materials

Required Text(s)

This course does not have a required text but does require some software.Please refer to the

Module O Software in This Course (https://miamioh.instructure.com/courses/224445/pages/module-0-

software-in-this-course)_for more information.

Technology

This course requires access to computers and the internet.If you have difficulty with your home system,public computer labs are available on campus.No extensions or exceptions will be granted due to problems with computer access.This includes any lack of access to prepare assignments, email,access Canvas,or any other online activity.

Additionally,all CIT/CSE courses require a variety of software and tools.Installation and support for these tools may be foundin  the Computer  and   Information  Technology   Knowledge   Base   

(https://miamioh,teamdynamix,com/TDClient/1813/Portal/KB/?CateqorylD=16208)

Grading

Be sure to examine the rubrics for EACH Canvas assignment.These rubrics should guide you in the right direction and clarify how your submission will be graded.

Determination of Grade

Grade     Components

Refer to the grade(https://miamioh.instructure.comlcourses/224445/grades) page for information on al grade components,weighting of assignments,and to determine how your grade is calculated.

Grading Scale

Late Submissions

In general,assignments must be submitted by the due date to receive full credit.Late work is accepted only at the discretion of the instructor and may not be for full credit.Keep in mind that if you get behind in your work,it may become increasingly difficult to catch up as many assignments build on previous assignments. As a result,late assignments may impact your ability to successfully complete the course. Additionally,some assignments require students to work collaboratively to support each other's learning,and therefore submitting your work late will diminish or eliminate the value of that work and affect other students. Your success in this course is important,consult with your instructor early if you have circumstances or concerns that are affecting your performance.