Mission - The University District Development Corporation will strengthen University District neighborhoods and improve the quality of life in the University District by:
Description of the problem or need:
Total update and redesign of the University District Development Corporation's website. It needs to be more functional and user-friendly.
Description of deliverable requested: (E.g. website, database)
Website update, redesign, or total redo.
List any current implementations of deliverable (URLs, etc.):
https://www.uddclittlerock.org
Our mission statement is as follows: United Way of Central Arkansas will improve and enhance the lives of people in our communities by addressing and meeting their needs through the generosity and work of advocates, volunteers and donors.
Description of the problem or need:
The current website is clunky and does not work well on mobile devices. We are hoping to trim down the number of pages and make the information easier for agencies and donors to access. We do have brand standards for all United Way chapters, and those will be provided for the class for reference.
Description of deliverable requested: (E.g. website, database)
We would like to have a new, fully functioning, responsive website. We appreciate your consideration!
List any current implementations of deliverable (URLs, etc.):
https://www.uwcark.org/about-us
To provide early intervention to children with special needs so that they may maximize their potential by the time they reach kindergarten by:
Description of the problem or need:
Currently have no database and website has been created by employees very recently because it was so outdated. Need a more permanent website solution - if there is one?
Description of deliverable requested: (E.g. website, database)
Website. Database. Anything!
List any current implementations of deliverable (URLs, etc.):
https://www.theallenschool.org/
The Boys & Girls Club has developed solutions and alternatives to many of the pressures and problems today's kids face.We intervene with positive life-shaping programs, producing the direction so many need. We provide a positive alternative to neighborhood gangs and destructive personal behavior. Our Mission. To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
Description of the problem or need:
Outdated website
Description of deliverable requested: (E.g. website, database)
New updated website.
List any current implementations of deliverable (URLs, etc.):
The mission of Mamas Unidas (United Moms) is to inform parents of available resources and of the steps their kids need to follow to enroll in college. Our purpose is to support students with their dreams so that they can have a better future. Since Mamas Unidas was founded, we have provided several workshops for parents, in Spanish, explaining the college enrollment process, the scholarships available, the importance of the ACT and volunteering, etc. The vision is that students can be free to decide whether they want to go to college or not, without worrying about cultural, economic or social barriers.
Description of the problem or need:
We have started a website but we would like to have it in english as well. We also need to have some type of organization so that is easy to navigate. We want to have several pages with scholarships and links for important websites such as FAFSA, and the department of higher education.
Description of deliverable requested: (E.g. website, database)
We would like to complete and organize the website. We need to advise on what tabs to have and how to organize our website so that is easy to navigate. We also want to have an English version. We can help with the translation.
List any current implementations of deliverable (URLs, etc.):
http://mamasunidasar.com this is the website with what we currently have. Eventually, we want to have space where we can post educational videos, a space for questions, different pages with resources and valuable information. We don't know if what we have and the way we have it is appropriate, user-friendly or easy to navigate.
| Date | Assignment | Deliverables |
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| 8/20/2019 | Assign projects to teams. Contact client and set up initial meeting | Let instructors know the meeting date. Set up Team Folders as needed. |
| 8/22/2019 | Contact client and set up initial meeting | Let instructors know the meeting date. |
| 8/22/2019 | Do an internet search of the project and client. Formulate questions for client meeting. | Put the client questions in a Google document called "Client Meeting Questions" in the project folder. |
| 8/22/2019 | Conduct meeting with client. | After the client meeting, consolidate your meeting notes in a Google document called "Client Meeting Notes" in the project folder. |
| 8/27/2019 | Develop a Scope Document for the project. | Put your scope document into a Google document called "Scope Document" in the project folder. |
| 9/3/2019 | Obtain Approval of Scope Document | Let instructor know the document has been approved |
| 9/5/2019 | Develop WBS, Estimates, Task Assignments | Put your information in a Google sheet called "Work Breakdown Structure" in the project folder. When the instructor has approved the WBS, then create the WBS in Trello.com. Note: the Work Breakdown Structure is your internal document and is not shared with the client. |
| 9/9/2019 | Develop Client Communication Schedule and Change Management Form | Put your Client Communication Schedule in a Google document called "Client Communication Schedule" in the project folder. Put your Change Management Form in a Google document called "Change Managment Form" in the project folder. |
| 9/11/2019 10/24/2019 |
Work on Project | Give a weekly verbal status to the instructor. |
| 10/22/2019 | Each team will do a usability test on the other team's projects. | Give a weekly verbal status to the instructor. |
| 10/29/2019 | Project Presentation in EIT Auditorium at 12:15pm - Invite Clients | |
| 10/31/2019 | Final Turnover of Project - Backup and Duplication |
A key part of ITEC4610 is the capstone portfolio. The portfolio has two general goals:
You will have two sites:
You can see an example of a portfolio at https://blbauer.github.io/portfolio/.
You can also see previous ITEC 4610 portfolios.
Your portfolio will be a demonstration of your skills, your personality, and your career goals, so you can expect your portfolio to be different from those created by your classmates. At a minimum, however, all IT Minor portfolios should be delivered in a web-based digital format and demonstrate the following:
You will present your completed portfolio on November 21.
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| 10/01/2019 | 10/08/2019 |
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| 10/08/2019 | 10/15/2019 |
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| 10/15/2019 | 10/22/2019 |
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| 10/22/2019 | 10/31/2019 |
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| 10/31/2019 | 11/7/2019 |
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| 10/31/2019 | 11/21/2019 |
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| 11/21/2019 | 11/21/2019 |
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