User:Eas4200c.f08.blue.a/Lecture 3

The Vision for EAS 4200c
The Big Picture

Wikipedia is part of the Mediawiki software. The Mediawiki software is used in many different programs and websites and allows for collaboration from all users from any location in the world.

Confidentiality

Because some students have expressed concern over having their last names in the wikipedia usernames, groups have the option of using letters (i.e. a,b,c,d,e) to identify their individual userpages.

Method of Work

Old Approach

The old approach which didn't utilize the Mediawiki software had a different grading scale. The old system had homework worth 10%, and each of the exams are worth 30%. For now, we will try the new method, where homework is worth 31%, and each exam is worth 23%. If at any point during the year, a majority of students feel like the new method doesn't work, we can revert to the old method. We will give it, "the old college try."

E-Learning

Dr. Vu-Quoc has decided not to use the e-learning system provided by UF for this class. He is not familiar with the software and feels that the Mediawiki software is perfect for the course plan.

Collaboration

This class involves collaboration among several groups. The first is collaboration among the students in the group. Next, is the collaboration among the class groups. Lastly is collaboration among all of the groups and the professor. By making all the class notes availiable to everyone, it will enhance the learning experience.