DRDC Projects Database Michelle Llosa
Overview Database-generated project lists and pages Browse by: Project name Principal investigator Location of award grant (state) Topic (math, reading, science) Request changes to project information via a semi-automated submission process
Why Database? Greater interactivity and user-accessibility Changes in database are immediately reflected on all lists Quick and simple submission process Up-to-date feedback and project information
The Public Website Current DRDC website Read-only representation of project information Full browsing functionality but no request submissions Enhanced version (IERI Community Zone) accessible in password-protected area
The IERI Community Zone Resource links and technical assistance consultations Share project materials and instruments PI Meeting information, materials and videos DRDC feedback Enhanced project pages with request submission
Project Browsing Browse by principal investigator or by project title
Project Page Includes: Principal Investigator Principal Investigator location Co-Principal Investigator(s) Summary of project Publications related to project Project website All project information are pulled from database Request Changes button Public side: “Log in to Request Changes” login pop-up request changes form Community Zone: “Request Changes”
Request Changes Form Pre-Populated from current database Make changes to any listed information
Requested Change Email Automatically generated by submission form Unique User ID allows identification of request submitter and prevents unauthorized changes Changes to project page will be approved and made by an administrator
Summary The DRDC Project Database streamlines the project and website update process Numerous methods of database-integrated browsing adapts to changing project information Request changes system allows for greater user-interactivity and flexible error correction