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 ===== Prerequisites ===== ===== Prerequisites =====
  
-Permission of instructor is required.  The project requires solid programming experience (e.g., in Java, C/C++, and/or Python), understanding of dynamic data structures, familiarity with operating system intefaces, and ability to use a variety of software development tools (e.g., Eclipse and Git or SVN).  Android experience a plus.+Permission of instructor is required.  The project requires solid programming experience (e.g., in Java, C/C++, and/or Python), understanding of dynamic data structures, familiarity with operating system intefaces, and the ability to use a variety of software development tools (e.g., Eclipse and Git or SVN).  Android experience a plus.
  
 ===== Course Goals ===== ===== Course Goals =====
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 ===== Learning Objectives ===== ===== Learning Objectives =====
  
-  - Create, as a team, a body of HCI knowledge encountered during the course. +Working individual and as part of a team, you will create during the semester: 
-  - Create, as a team, a large project using HCI principles (among others).+  - a body of HCI knowledge encountered during the course, and  
 +  - a large project using HCI principles.
  
 ===== Course Requirements ===== ===== Course Requirements =====
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 ==== Readings ==== ==== Readings ====
  
-  * Each student will identify three papers to use as course readings (book chapters may be used instead of papers).  //All reading choices require instructor approval.//+  * Each student will read the overview materials provided in class and participate in discussions. 
 +  * Each student will identify 2-3 papers to use as course readings (book chapters may be used instead of papers).   
 +  * //All reading choices require instructor approval.//
   * With these papers, each student will   * With these papers, each student will
     * create a review (summary plus critique) on the class wiki site,     * create a review (summary plus critique) on the class wiki site,
     * lead a class discussion on the paper, and     * lead a class discussion on the paper, and
     * update the review based on class feedback.     * update the review based on class feedback.
-  * All students will read all papers and provide feedback to the student reviewer (in class and on the wiki site). +  * All students will read all papers (where possible) and provide feedback to the student reviewer (in class and on the wiki site).
-  * With 10 students in the class, there will be 30 papers covered during the semester.+
  
 ==== Project ==== ==== Project ====
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     * The project is a control system for the Harris video wall in the Lawson Commons.     * The project is a control system for the Harris video wall in the Lawson Commons.
     * Students will be responsible for a presentation at the CS Corporate Partners meeting, April 4-5, 2011.     * Students will be responsible for a presentation at the CS Corporate Partners meeting, April 4-5, 2011.
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 +==== A Note on Privacy ====
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 +We will be using various public sites for posting notes, critiques, reviews, code, and other artifacts created for this course.  While there will not be grades posted on these sites, there may be feedback on and edits made to your postings.  If you wish to remain anonymous, please create accounts at these sites that do not identify you personally and let the instructor know your id.
  
 ===== Required Texts ===== ===== Required Texts =====
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 ==== General Course Policies ==== ==== General Course Policies ====
  
-  * Attendance is required at weekly class and lab sessions. +  * Class participation is a component of the grade: Full credit is given each day for being on time, staying the full period, and actively participating in class discussions and lab exercises. 
-  * Class participation is a component of the grade: Full credit given each day for being on time, staying the full period, and actively participating. +  * Email (jtk@purdue.edu) is the best way to reach me.  You are welcome to stop by my office at any time for a brief question (although I do have frequent meetings), or you may schedule an appointment.
-  * Email (jtk@purdue.edu) is the best way to reach me.  You are welcome to stop by my office at any time for a brief question, although I do have frequent meetings, or you may schedule an appointment.+
  
 ==== Grading ==== ==== Grading ====
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 For more information, see the Purdue [[http://www.purdue.edu/odos/aboutodos/academicintegrity.php|Academic Integrity: A Guide for Students]]. For more information, see the Purdue [[http://www.purdue.edu/odos/aboutodos/academicintegrity.php|Academic Integrity: A Guide for Students]].
  
-=== Additional Class Policies ===+=== Additional Class Policy ===
  
   * When reviewing papers for this class, be sure to use quotations and references as necessary to properly credit the original authors.  Text that is attributable to you must be in your own words.   * When reviewing papers for this class, be sure to use quotations and references as necessary to properly credit the original authors.  Text that is attributable to you must be in your own words.
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 ==== Attendance ==== ==== Attendance ====
  
-You need to write your personal policy for students missing class and the consequences.  Address what the student should do if a class is missed.  You may also want to include the University policy for attendance (below): +=== Purdue Policy === 
-Students are expected to be present for every meeting of the classes in which they are enrolled + 
 +Students are expected to be present for every meeting of the classes in which they are enrolled. 
 + 
 +The dean of students has a [[http://www.purdue.edu/odos/services/classabsence.php|Class Attendance and Absence Reporting Policy]]. 
 + 
 +=== Additional Class Policy ===
  
-The link to the complete policy and implications can be found at http://www.purdue.edu/odos/services/classabsence.php +  * Full attendance is required at all weekly class and lab sessions. 
 +  * If you must miss a session for any reason, notify the instructor in advance or as soon as practically possible.  Be prepared to document the reason for any missed sessions.
  
 ==== Missed or Late Work ==== ==== Missed or Late Work ====
  
-Include your policy on late or missed assignments (e.g., homework, labs, exams).  Define clear expectations and consequences.  Also include your policy on making-up missed assignments (e.g., homework, tests, labs).+You will not receive credit for any missed assignments; late assignments will receive (a negotiable) 1/2 credit.  Be prepared with a good reason.
  
 ==== Students with Disabilities ==== ==== Students with Disabilities ====
  
 Purdue University is required to respond to the needs of the students with disabilities as outlined in both the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 through the provision of auxiliary aids and services that allow a student with a disability to fully access and participate in the programs, services, and activities at Purdue University. Purdue University is required to respond to the needs of the students with disabilities as outlined in both the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 through the provision of auxiliary aids and services that allow a student with a disability to fully access and participate in the programs, services, and activities at Purdue University.
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-**Add your personal timeline and procedure for being notified by a student (sample below).** 
  
 If you have a disability that requires special academic accommodation, please make an appointment to speak with me within the first three (3) weeks of the semester in order to discuss any adjustments.  It is important that we talk about this at the beginning of the semester.  It is the student's responsibility to notify the Disability Resource Center (http://www.purdue.edu/drc) of an impairment/condition that may require accommodations and/or classroom modifications.   If you have a disability that requires special academic accommodation, please make an appointment to speak with me within the first three (3) weeks of the semester in order to discuss any adjustments.  It is important that we talk about this at the beginning of the semester.  It is the student's responsibility to notify the Disability Resource Center (http://www.purdue.edu/drc) of an impairment/condition that may require accommodations and/or classroom modifications.  
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 ==== Emergencies ==== ==== Emergencies ====
  
-**Add your personal policy for health emergencies and other emergencies.  Define procedures for communicating with the students and submitting asignments.  Below is Purdue's plate for addressing such emergencies.** +In the event of a major campus emergency, course requirements, deadlines, and grading percentages are subject to changes that may be necessitated by a revised semester calendar or other circumstances beyond the instructor’s control. Relevant changes to this course will be posted onto the course website or can be obtained by contacting the instructor via email or phone.  You are expected to read your @purdue.edu email on a frequent basis.
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-In the event of a major campus emergency, course requirements, deadlines and grading percentages are subject to changes that may be necessitated by a revised semester calendar or other circumstances beyond the instructor’s control. Relevant changes to this course will be posted onto the course website or can be obtained by contacting the instructors or TAs via email or phone.  You are expected to read your @purdue.edu email on a frequent basis.+
  
 ==== Nondiscrimination ==== ==== Nondiscrimination ====
  
-Purdue University is committed to maintaining a community which recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect among its members; and encourages each individual to strive to reach his or her own potential. In pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the University seeks to develop and nurture diversity. The University believes that diversity among its many members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life.+Purdue University is committed to maintaining a community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person; fosters tolerance, sensitivity, understanding, and mutual respect among its members; and encourages each individual to strive to reach his or her own potential. In pursuit of its goal of academic excellence, the University seeks to develop and nurture diversity. The University believes that diversity among its many members strengthens the institution, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas, and enriches campus life.
  
-Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a veteran. The University will conduct its programs, services and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders and in conformance with the procedures and limitations as set forth in Executive Memorandum No. D-1, which provides specific contractual rights and remedies.+Purdue University prohibits discrimination against any member of the University community on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability, or status as a veteran. The University will conduct its programs, services, and activities consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and orders and in conformance with the procedures and limitations as set forth in Executive Memorandum No. D-1, which provides specific contractual rights and remedies.
  
 ==== Class Schedule  ==== ==== Class Schedule  ====
  
-Provide an outline of the content of the course with dates for readings, assignments, midterms, quizzes, labs, exams, etc.  Be clear about the topics that will be covered each day in class and what the students should do in advance of class. +The class schedule is at the top of this page.  The time and place for the final exam will be announced when it is available. 
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 This syllabus is subject to change. This syllabus is subject to change.
  
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