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UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, JAMAICA

School of Computing & Information Technology

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INT1001

Given: Week of February 7, 2011 Due: Week of March 21, 2011

Instructions: Prepare a research paper of which the content (EXCLUDING cover,

references, appendices etc.) is no less than ten (10) pages and no more than fifteen (15)

pages on any one of the following topics.

Topic 1: ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Assistive technology has reached a level of sophistication and affordability that makes it

available to a wide range of people with disabilities. In an era of information technology, bothindividuals with disabilities and their families are becoming more insistent on assistive

technology as an option for increasing independence.

Source: Lamb, E; Sizemore, L,Factors that influence assistive technology decision making,Journal of Special Education Technology; Winter 2002; 17, 1; ProQuest Nursing & AlliedHealth

You are required to produce a report which should discuss:

What is meant by the term Assistive Technology?

What are the challenges facing the adoption of Assistive Technology on a larger-scale?

Evaluate the software that supports assistive technologies and their effectiveness in

supporting the disabled community. This should address both system and application

software.

Justify whether the hardware implemented addresses all areas of disabilities.

How is assistive technology being supported within the educational environment?

How are the current technology trends embracing and supporting Assistive Technology?

TOPIC 2: HOME NETWORKING

Communications networks are becoming more critical to homeowners. Householders are

increasingly adopting home networking as a solution to the demands created by the presence of

multiple computers, devices within a household, and the desire to access the Internet.

You are required to produce a report on home networking which should discuss:

What is meant by the term home networking?

Evaluate the different methods of creating a home network.

Identify the different devices and components that are utilized in a home network

Assess the benefits and challenges that can emerge from setting up a home network.

Compare the devices and components used in home networking versus those used in thecorporate world.

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Evaluate the future of home networking amidst the technology trends.

SUBMISSION:

The project should be done in your tutorial groups with NO MORE than four (4) students per

group. Include a breakdown of the tasks carried out by each member of the group.

Your submission must utilize the APA (American Psychological Association)* documentation

format of reporting and should outline the tasks carried out by each member of the group.Students will be graded for their contribution to the research. All reports MUST show the

name, ID number, and major/school/dept of each student as well as the tutors name and

the group code.

(* APA Formatting will be explained in your lab sessions. You may also conduct further

research using an Internet search engine.)

MARKINGCRITERIA

CRITERIA MARKS

APA Format(page numbering, title page, paragraph

indentation, line spacing, use of space, references, citationof sources, labeling of charts, graphs etc.)

15

Vocabulary &Writing Mechanics(grammar, spelling,punctuation, capitalization, sentence structure etc.)

10

Organization(table of contents, well-constructed paragraphs,

logical flow of information, appropriate conclusions drawn etc.)

10

Content(addresses all topics, accurate, adequate and relevantinformation, examples, cases, inclusion of a variety of reputable

references to indicate substantial research - journal articles,

papers, books etc. etc.)

20

Analysis (well-supported arguments, proper interpretation and

communication of issues supported by evidence, examination of

issues from various perspectives, use of not just factualinformation but integration of facts with own ideas etc.)

30

PowerPoint Presentation

Organisation & Delivery (eye contact, posture,

clear pronunciation, use of time, use of proper

language etc.)

5

Effective Use of Visual Aids (readability, legibility

of text, placement and sizing of graphics etc.)

5

Content(adequate coverage of material, ability to

answer questions on subject etc.)

5

15

TOTAL 100

Please note the following:

o Marks will be deducted for unauthorized late submission of assignments!

o The University has a very strict policy as it regards plagiarism. Please refer to your

Student Handbook for this policy.

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