Executive Program Practical Connection Assignment:This is a first week deliverable that MUST be turned in for a grade at the end of our week one.Provide a reflection of at least 500 words (or 2 pages

UNIVERSITY of the CUMBERLANDS Syllabus University of the Cumberlands • Williamsburg , KY • School of Computer & Information Sciences ITS – 833: INFORMATION GOVERNANCE : Concepts, Strategies, and Best Practices SPR – IIG 201 9 Section : 21 3 Credits Start: 03/04 /201 9 to 04 /25 /201 9 Meeting Times – 100% Online : Asynchronous Lecture : n/a Contact Information Instructor : John Bosire, Ph.D. Email : john.bosire@ucumberlands. edu Office : Williamsburg , KY Phone: 000 -000 -0000 Office Hours : By Appointment Only Description ITS 833 – Information Governance (IG) : This course presents key issues related to the discipline of information governance and how it is being applied to electronic document and records management, email, social media, cloud computing, mobile computing, and, in fact, the management and output o f information organization -wide. IG leverages information technologies to enforce policies, procedures and controls to manage information risk in compliance with legal and litigation demands, external regulatory requirements, and internal governance objec tives. Information Governance: Concepts, Strategies, and Best Practices reveals how, and why, to utilize IG and leverage information technologies to control, monitor, and enforce information access and security policies. Upon completion of the course, st udents will be able to: • Understand (IG) concepts, definitions, principles, and data governance. • Understand (IG) risk assessment and strategic planning and best practices for information governance: An organizational program records management (RM) compli ance perspective . • Understand IG key impact areas based on the IG reference model • Understand the role of (IG) for delivery platforms – e-Mail and Instant Messaging Outcomes The student will be able to : • Summarize and demonstrate an understanding of the vocabulary of (IG) terms and phraseology • Demonstrate and differentiate a basic working knowledge of (IG) awareness of current and emerging threats to critical IT infrastructures • Explain the basic knowledge of potential threats to records management assets • Summarize and discuss an understanding of the basics of developing an IG policy with the Generally Accepted Recordkeeping Principles to establish benchmarks for organizational compliance using IG reference model • Differentiate the scope of the evol ving records management environment in reference to cyber attacks proliferate ; insider threat attacks, privacy laws, redaction , access control, and organizational security measures and counter measures • Produce graduate level research papers and practice pre sentation methods as needed • Demonstrate an understanding and proper application of AP A professional writing • Demonstrate skills in the use of common graduate program technologies – PowerPoint, Internet Research ( Not e: Wikipedia is NOT an acceptable as a research source ), Library Resources, iLearn, and Saf eAssign . Required Textbook Information Governance : Concepts, Strategies, and Best Practices • Author: Robert F. Smallwood • Publisher: Wiley • Edition: Use the Most Recent edition Deliverables • Examinations – Mid -Term Exam (30 March 19) / Final Exam (23 April 19) = 30% of final grade ( 15 % each) • Research Paper (written) – Written Paper ( 20 April 19; 12 pp/d ouble sp aced ; APA format) = 15 % of final grade • Quiz #1 – “Practical Connection Assignment” (09 March 19) – Provide a reflection of at least 500 words (or 2 pages double spaced) of how the knowledge, skills, or theories of this course have been applied, or could be applied, in a practical manner to your current work environment. If you are not currently workin g, share times when you have or could observe these theories and knowledge could be applied to an employment opportunity in your field of study (5%) • Quizzes #2 and #3 = 1 0% of the final grade at 5% each • Online Engagement – 40 % of the final grade ( Online Class Attendance & Participation – No missed or late student responses ) Evaluation 1. Examinations : There are two examinations, a midterm and final exam for this course. Exams are 25 questions (100 points/4 points per question). Both are a combination of multiple choice, true/false, and fill in the blank. Each exam is worth 15 % of the final grade; for a total of 30% of the final grade for both exams. The Midterm Exam will cover Chapters 1-9, with the Final Exam covering C hapters 10 -18 (30 %). 2. Research Paper : The course research paper is a formatted APA paper. It is 12 pages, double spaced. Paper length requirement is 12 pages of content from Title Page through References. The Research Paper is worth 15 % of the final grade. The Final papers will contain a title page, abstract, introduction/topic paragraph, summary/conclusion, and reference page. Research paper topics are approved by the course instructor and can be on any course related topic in the field of Information Technology, Governance Concepts, Strategies, and Best Practices (15 %). 3. Quizzes: This clas s has 3 quizzes : a “Practical Connection Assignment” paper that must be completed and turned in on time as instructed , and two other quizzes as outlined in the syllabus. The other 2 quizzes will be graded using a 4-point grading s cale for 25 questions each . Missed quizzes will not be re -taken unless otherwise with special permission . Both the quizzes and the paper = (15%). 4. (a). Attendance: To receive full credit, each student must attend class regularly, answer weekly instructor questions in the forum topic, and then comment on the inputs from two other students. Each of these eight -week online discussions are worth 40 points. Although I am not looking for you to meet a specific word count, I am looking for well throughput and interesting contribution s to the conversation s. Simply posting a link to a resource or letting your classmate s know that he/she did a “Great job!” will not result in full participation points. A substantive post is generally greater than 10 0 words and introduces a new idea or i s a meaningful response to another person's post. When responding to another person's post, please either : 1) expand the thought, 2) add additional insights, or 3) respectfully disagree and explain why. Learners are encouraged to collaborate in the cours e discussion board to score maximum points in the class (40%). See below schedule: Points Discussion Forum (DF) Scoring Criteria 0.0 No activity; did not respond to the forum and/or did not respond by the listed deadlines 1.0 point Provided meaningful feedback to 2 or more classmates but did not craft an original response to the prompt 1.5 points Crafted an original response to the prompt but did not provide meaningful feedback to 2 or more classmates 2.5 points Crafted an original response to the prompt and provided meaningful feedback to 2 or more classmates (b). Class Participation: To meet the requirement for enough contact time each week online, a combination of chapter quizzes, instructor forum questions along with online discussions by and among the students will surface . The students wil l be presented with one or two discussion questions for response to the instructor and then comment on the inputs from two other students in the eight -week course . 5. Course Evaluation Survey: You will have the opportunity to evaluate the course several different ways throughout the semester. You will have access to post your feedback to a forum through the iLearn platform. The forum will remain open throughout the semester, and it will be monitored regularly. Participation in the survey forum is entirely optional, normally at the last week of the semester. Your experience and feedback are invaluable to our ability to improve the course for future students. Schedule ITS -83 3: IIG – Information Governance Week Chapters Method of Instructi on Assignments due 1 Chapters 1 – 2: • The Onslaught of Big Data and the Information Governance Imperative • Information Governance, IT Governance, Data Governance:

What’s the Difference? • Reading • Discussions • Presentation as instructed • Student introductions, and Discussion forum (DF)1. • Respond to instructor discussion questions and 2 other students with a constructive feedback March 9th., 2019 Online Practical Connection Assignment : (25 pts) = 5% 2 Chapters: 3 – 5: • Information Governance Principles • Information Risk Planning and Management • Strategic Planning and Best Practices for Information Governance • Reading • Discussions • Presentations as instructed DF2: Respond to instructor discussion questions and 2 other students with substantive/constructive feedback 3 Chapters 6 – 7: • Information Governance Policy Development • Business Considerations for a Successful IG Program • Reading • Discussions • Presentations as instructed DF3 4 Chapters 8 – 9: • Information Governance and Legal Functions • Information Governance and Records and Information Management Functions • Reading • Discussions • Presentation s as instructed DF4 March 30th, 201 9 Online Mid -Term Exam : 15 % March 3 0th, 2019 Online Final Research P aper Topic Selection Due to the Instructor for Approval 5 Chapters 10 – 11: • Information Governance and Information Technology Functions • Information Governance and Privacy and Security Functions • Reading • Discussions • Presentations as instructed DF5 6 Chapters 12 – 13: • Information Governance for E -Mail and Instant Messaging • Information Governance for Social Media • Reading • Discussions • Presentations as instructed DF6 April 1 3th, 201 9 Online Quiz #2 : (25 pts) = 5% 7 Chapters 14 – 15: • Information Governance for Mobile Devices • Information Governance for Cloud Computing • Reading • Discussions • Presentations as instructed DF7 April 20th., 201 9 Online Quiz #3 : (25 pts) = 5% April 20 th., 2019 Online Final Research P aper Due: (100 pts) = 15% 8 Chapters 16 – 18: • SharePoint Information Governance • Long -Term Digital Preservation • Maintaining an Information Governance Program • Reading • Discussions • Presentations as instructed DF8 April 23 rd., 201 9 Online Final Exam Due : 15 % April 25 th, 201 9 Online Final Grades Due Re gistrar ’s Office Overall Evaluation Criteria A B C D F Grammar Free of most grammatical errors Some grammatical mistakes but generally shows successful grammar usage Frequent grammatical errors/lacks appropriate grammatical knowledge for current level N/A Did not complete assignment Overall Effect A strong overall effect with clear communication and peer -level support A good overall effect with support and adequate clarity Paper struggles overall , poor overall effect, and does not give a coherent message N/A Timeliness Assignment on time Assignment turned in on time Assignment turned in on time N/A A letter grade will be assigned to each graded assignment, following the grading scale below: A = 90% – 100% B = 80% – 89. 5% C = 70% – 79. 5% F <69. 5% Please Note: Individual graded assignments with a score lower than 80% are acceptable; however, a student’s final grade at the end of the semester must be 70% or higher to pass the course. Course Policies Statements of Understanding: This class will adhere to a zero tolerance for using someone else’s work as your own. It will result in course failure if written or verbal presentations are plagiarized. Any research paper is subject to comparison with SafeAssign at the d iscretion of the instructor. Students are responsible for reading, understanding, obeying, and respecting all academic policies. Added emphasis will be placed upon academic progress policies appearing in the University of the Cumberlands Academic Cat alog applicable to each student’s curriculum and/or program of study. Class participation is a key requirement to succeed in this course . Student participation in discussions enriches each one’s knowledge and appreciation of the principles of management , information governance, and how they can be applied to the work environment. Opportunities to participate include blackboard weekly forum thread discussions, Q&A, reading chapter assignments, and timely work turned in by due date as requested by the ins tructor . Untimely work will receive a markdown in points at the instructor’s discretion. The instructor holds the right to adjust this syllabus and its contents in the best interest of the class and course objectives. Institutional Policies , and Academic Integrity Please refer to the student handbook by using the below to access the policies, grading, and the academi c policies as needed. https://www.ucumberlands.edu/student -handbook Gr ade Appeals : For more information regarding grade appeals, and other related issues, please visit the link below: www.ucumberlands.edu/appealsform Academic Honesty Policy The University of the Cumbe rlands is committed to the pursuit of truth and understanding, any act of academic dishonesty is especially distressing and cannot be tolerated. In general, academic dishonesty involves the abuse and misuse of information or people to gain an undeserved academic advantage or e valuation. Academic dishonesty is unacceptable and is subject to a disciplinary action. Students are encouraged to talk to instructors about any questions they may have regarding how to properly credit others’ work, including paraphrasing, quoting, and c itation formatting. The University’s Academic Honesty Policy is published in academic catalogs: Graduate https://www.ucumberlands.edu/student -handbook Important Academic Resources University Library : The University of the Cumberlands Library is dedicated to supporting the research needs and intellectual pursuits of students throughout the University’s worldwide network. Library resources can be accessed through the UC website, a link is locat ed in the online course menu, or by directly visiting the link below : http://inside.ucumberlands.edu/library/ Course Evaluations At the end of this course, you will have the opportunity to provide fee dback about your experience. Your input is extremely valuable to the university, your instructor, and the department that offers this course. Please provide your honest and thoughtful evaluation, as it helps the university to provide the best experience p ossible for all of its student’s community. Student with Disabilities Students who may have a disability meriting an academic accommodation should contact Mr. Jacob Ratliff, the Disabilities Services Coordinator, in the Student Services Office. For accommodations to be awarded, a student must complete an Accommodations Application and provide documentation of the disability to the Disability Services Coordinator. Any accommodations for disabilities must be re -certified each semester by the Academic Affairs Office before course adjustments are made by individual instructors. Important Technology Information IT Support : Should you have any technical questions or problems, qualified IT staff are available to provide you with assistance. Please contact the Department of Information Technology . Students are expected to activate their accounts and regularly check incoming University email. For more information and guidance, please visit the link below: https://inside.ucumberlands.edu/it/