Title :
The birth of information technology degrees in New Zealand: the design, structure, implementation, assessment methods and moderation of the “Bachelor of Information Technology Degree” at the Waikato Polytechnic
Author :
Burrell, Christopher J.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Inf. Technol., Waikato Polytech., Hamilton, New Zealand
Abstract :
A change in the law (1991) allowed Polytechnics to award Vocational Degrees. A new method of writing course requirements, limited class sizes, assessment by competency and no final examinations produce a Bachelor of Information Technology Degree designed to adapt to change. Syllabi and academic standards around the world were examined. A style of writing course prescriptions in terms of “elements” and “outcomes” or “performance criteria” was used. In 1996 the first students completed. External moderators confirmed our standards and practices compare favourably with other institutions
Keywords :
computer science education; educational courses; information technology; Bachelor of Information Technology Degree; New Zealand; Vocational Degrees; Waikato Polytechnic; academic standards; assessment methods; competency assessment; course requirements; design; external moderators; implementation; information technology degrees; limited class sizes; structure; Art; Calendars; Cultural differences; Guidelines; Information technology; Medical services; Qualifications; Quality assurance; Testing; Writing;
Conference_Titel :
Frontiers in Education Conference, 1997. 27th Annual Conference. Teaching and Learning in an Era of Change. Proceedings.
Conference_Location :
Pittsburgh, PA
Print_ISBN :
0-7803-4086-8
DOI :
10.1109/FIE.1997.635901
