Podcasting System at Kelsey High School Vincent J. Cue EDT731 Systems Analysis and Design University 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 Analysis Computer 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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