Podcasting System at Kelsey High SchoolVincent J. Cue

EDT731 Systems Analysis and DesignUniversity of Phoenix

Spring 2013

Introduction

Mr. P. Billups, Kelsey High School Teacher requests the purchase of a Podcast System

Mr. S. Rainwater, Kelsey Middle School Social Studies Teacher will assist with the project

Dr. C. McClary, Kelsey High School Principal scheduled initial meeting to discuss Podcast System request

Factors to Consider

System Request Feasibility Analysis Resource Request Analysis Strategy Needs Analysis System Proposal Design Strategy System Specification

System Request Organizational Need

Enhance classroom instruction Increase student motivation through technology use

Organization Value Increase student learning Increase collaboration and communication between campuses

Key Stakeholders Dr N. Wenz, Director, Instructional Technology, KUSD Dr. E. Hoffeditz, Director, Curriculum and Assessment, KUSD Dr. C. McClary, Principal, KHS Mr. P. Billips, Teacher KHS Mr. S. Rainwater, Teacher, KMS

Feasibility Analysis

Technical Feasibility Technology currently available throughout school district Teacher training required, minimal technical support required

Economic Feasibility Cost of new computers Cost of supporting software technology

Organizational Feasibility Can be implemented throughout school district Minor modifications may be needed in classrooms

Resource Request

Work Plan Identify computer and supporting software technology needed Secure funding and order equipment Set-up equipment Provide teacher training Provide student training

Personnel Required Trainers Teachers Technology support personnel

Analysis Strategy

Current System There is computer technology available No Podcast system available

Future System Computer technology and supporting software needed Teachers, trainers, and technology support personnel needed to

provide expertise

Needs Analysis

User requirements Teachers must possess computer technology knowledge and

experience Teachers and students must receive training

Organization’s requirements Schools within the school district must obtain computer technology and supporting software

System Proposal

AnalysisComputer technology and supporting software needed

System concepts Students are familiar with computer technology/Podcasts Many students have MP3 players

Models Podcast system and supporting technology easy to implement within classrooms

Design Strategy

Project Development

The SDLC Model will be used to assist in the process

Outsourcing

No outsourcing of services is needed

Vendor Support

Ordering and receipt of computer technology and supporting software

System Specification

Architectural design

Podcasting system will be developed within the organization

Interface design

Microsoft XP or Vista in conjunction with computer technology and Podcast equipment

Database and file specifications

No special database of file specifications needed

Program design

Program fairly easily to implement and use

Conclusion

Podcasting system project started as a vision of Mr. Billups

The podcasting system proposal at Kelsey High School was analyzed using a variety of factors

Final decision will be decided by Kelsey unified

School District administrative personnel

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