Course Syllabus
Contact Information
Dr. Kim has PhDs in Public Administration and Business Administration. She has over 20 years of teaching experience and enjoys teaching. Her recent teaching interests are data analytics, database management, and health informatics. Her research areas include health informatics using data analytics, health disparity, and knowledge management. She especially enjoys working with data. A few of her recent publications appear in reputable journals such as health informatics, information science, and knowledge management journals.
Course Details
For a list of course activities, scroll to the bottom of this page.
Course Prerequisites
No pre-requisite required
Course Materials
No textbooks are required for this course.
Software Requirements
Hardware Requirements
- Windows Operating System preferred because examples will be demonstrated on Windows.
- Must have administrator privileges to install software if you use your office computer.
- Computing power:
- Recommended 8GB RAM or higher.
- Recommended processor is 2.3 Hz, but minimum 1.8 --- your machine will be slow or can crash while running R.
Grades
Breakdown
| Activity | Description | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-On Assignments | These assignments will require you to apply the learning in the module, and they will act as an assessment of your mastery of the content of the module. | 58% |
| Quizzes | These quizzes will act as a check that you understand the basic concepts presented in the instructional videos and other provided resources. | 18% |
| Final Project | Throughout the semester, you will work on a real-world database project. Pieces of the project will be turned in throughout the course, and the final product will be turned in at the end of the course. Each piece submitted will be worth 25 points, while the final submission will be worth 100 points. | 24% |
| Total | 100% |
Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 90–100% | A | Exceptional performance, exemplary work on all aspects of the assignment. |
| 80–89% | B | Work of good quality on all requirements of the assignment and high quality on some aspects. |
| 70–79% | C | Marginal work that does not meet standards in one or more aspects of the assignment. |
| 60–69% | D | Unsatisfactory work that exhibits multiple problems in meeting requirements of the assignment. |
| Below 60% | F | Failure to meet minimal requirements. |
Note: The Graduate College considers a grade of “D” to be a failing grade in terms of graduate degree credit.
Course Components
Module Overviews
Each module will have an overview page, which will include:
- a brief description of the topics of the module to help you know what to focus on and how it ties to other topics in the course,
- learning objectives to help you know what you are working toward throughout the module,
- and a to do list to help you manage your time.
Resources
You will be provided with instructional videos to give you the foundational knowledge needed to complete the activities and assessments in the module successfully. You may also need to review websites and articles.
Concept Check Quizzes
After reviewing the module resources, you will have a chance to practice your knowledge in a concept check quiz.
Live Sessions
Every other week, there will be Live Sessions on Thursdays from 7:30 PM - 9 PM Central Time. These will include some lecture materials, examples, and opportunities for interaction and collaborative learning. If you are not able to attend live, please watch the recording later.
Hands-On Assignments
Each week, you will have a hands-on assignment in which you will have to create and/or manipulate databases using the knowledge you gained during the module. The results of this assignment will help you and your instructor assess your level of mastery over the content of the module.
Project Work
Throughout the course, you will work on a real-world project of your own choosing. You will submit work toward that project at a few touch points throughout the course, and then you will submit the final product during the last week. This project should show comprehensive mastery and growth.
Extra Credit Opportunities
Students can earn extra credits for the following conditions:
- Some instructional videos may have extra credit quizzes afterward. If your answer is correct, you will earn the extra credit. The extra credit varies depending on the question.
- Students can answer questions from peers on Canvas. If your answer significantly enhances the learning of the class, the instructor will email you with the extra credit. The credit usually ranges between 2 and 5 points.
Course Policies
Communication
There is no such thing as perfect communication, especially when dealing with complicated topics like this one. As such, it is natural to have questions. If you have any questions or concerns, you can use one or more of the following methods.
- It is strongly encouraged to use the discussion board on Canvas because the instructor checks the discussion board as frequently as she can. Also, some students are too shy to ask questions, and your posting on the discussion board will benefit other students.
- Students can email on Canvas if they prefer.
- If you need the instructor to see your code on the screen, you can email the instructor for a zoom meeting request, but it may take one or two days since the instructor has other obligations.
- Students are not allowed to post a code or an answer. If it happens, the instructor will delete the posting.
Feedback
Most assignments will be returned in a one-week turnaround time.
Assignment Submission & Late Work Policy
- All assignments should be submitted via Canvas. No assignment will be accepted via email.
- Late work will NOT be accepted unless there is an unforeseen medical problem or immediate family passing. A detailed explanation for an unforeseen problem should be included in the extension request. If you are granted to submit late for an assignment, it is your responsibility to indicate the week and the name of the assignment.
- You will need to use the screen capture function (Fn + Alt + PrintScrn) or (shift +
windows + s) or other ways to screenshot for your submissions and paste the screenshot into a document. More specific guidelines will be provided in the lecture notes. All assignments should be in screenshot. - The screenshots with readable font size should include the code and the output in one page.
- Submissions must not be zipped.
- Any submission failing to follow these guidelines will be returned
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the most common form of academic misconduct at OU. There is basically no college-level assignment that can be satisfactorily completed by copying. OU's basic assumption about writing is that all written assignments show the student's own understanding in the student's own words. That means all writing assignments, in class or out, are assumed to be composed entirely of words generated (not simply found) by the student, except where words written by someone else are specifically marked as such with proper citation. Including other people's words in your paper is helpful when you do it honestly and correctly. When you don't, it's plagiarism.
For more information about plagiarism, watch this video and then take this short course offered by University Libraries.
University Academic Policies and Student Support
Land Acknowledgement
Long before the University of Oklahoma was established, the land on which the University now resides was the traditional home of the “Hasinais” Caddo Nation and “Kirikirʔi:s” Wichita & Affiliated Tribes.
We acknowledge this territory once also served as a hunting ground, trade exchange point, and migration route for the Apache, Comanche, Kiowa and Osage nations. Today, 39 tribal nations dwell in the state of Oklahoma as a result of settler and colonial policies that were designed to assimilate Native people.
The University of Oklahoma recognizes the historical connection our university has with its indigenous community. We acknowledge, honor and respect the diverse Indigenous peoples connected to this land. We fully recognize, support and advocate for the sovereign rights of all of Oklahoma’s 39 tribal nations. This acknowledgment is aligned with our university’s core value of creating a diverse and inclusive community. It is an institutional responsibility to recognize and acknowledge the people, culture and history that make up our entire OU Community.
Course Catalog
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Student Handbook
Please familiarize yourself with the OU Student Handbook.
Student Support Services
OU offers a variety of services to support students. For more information, please refer to the Student Support Module in your Orientation course.
Online Library
Access digital materials and other resources at OU Libraries.
Copyright Statement and Privacy Information
Sessions of this course may be recorded or live-streamed. These recordings are the intellectual property of the individual faculty member and may not be shared or reproduced without the explicit, written consent of the faculty member. In addition, the privacy rights of others such as students, guest lecturers, and providers of copyrighted material displayed in the recording may be of concern. Students may not share any course recordings with individuals not enrolled in the class or upload them to any other online environment.
Academic Integrity
As a member of the OU community, it is your responsibility to protect your educational investment by knowing and following the rules. The Student Code is available from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs and is contained in the Student's Guide to Academic Integrity.
Academic honesty is incredibly important in this course. Cheating is strictly prohibited at the University of Oklahoma because it devalues the degree you are working hard to get. Should you know of someone else engaging in academic misconduct, please report it to your instructor or directly to the Office of Academic Integrity. Your instructor has a professional obligation to report academic misconduct.
In addition to the course conduct policies outlined by your professor in the Course Syllabus in the online classroom, please review the Graduate Student Handbook.
Religious Observance
It is the policy of the University to excuse the absences of students that result from religious observances and to reschedule examinations and additional required classwork that may fall on religious holidays, without penalty. [See Faculty Handbook 3.15.2].
Reasonable Accommodation for Disabilities
The Accessibility and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is committed to supporting students with disabilities to ensure that they can enjoy equal access to all components of their education. This includes your academics, housing, and community events. Please review OU's Accessibility Policy.
If you are experiencing a disability or a mental/medical health condition that has a significant impact on one or more life functions, you can receive accommodations to provide equal access. Possible disabilities include but are not limited to learning disabilities, AD(H)D, mental health, and chronic health. Additionally, we support students with temporary medical conditions (broken wrist, shoulder surgery, etc.) and pregnancy.
To discuss potential accommodations, please contact the ADRC at 730 College Avenue, (phone) 405-325-3852, or adrc@ou.edu.
Title IX Resources
For any concerns regarding gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking, or intimate partner violence, the University offers a variety of resources, including advocates on-call 24/7, counseling services, mutual no-contact orders, scheduling adjustments, and disciplinary sanctions against the perpetrator. To learn more or to report an incident, please contact the Institutional Equity Office (M-F, from 8-5, at 405-325-3546) or OU Advocates (available 24/7 at 405-615-0013).
Adjustments for Pregnancy/Childbirth-Related Issues
Should you need modifications or adjustments to your course requirements because of documented pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues, please contact your instructor as soon as possible to discuss your options. Generally, modifications will be made where medically necessary and similar in scope to accommodations based on temporary disability. Learn more about the rights of pregnant and parenting students by consulting the FAQ sheets provided by the Institutional Equity Office.
Mental Health Support Services
If you are experiencing any mental health issues that are impacting your academic performance, counseling is available at the University Counseling Center (UCC). The Center is located on the second floor of the Goddard Health Center, at 620 Elm Rm. 201, Norman, OK 73019. To schedule an appointment, call 405-325-2911. For more information, please visit the University Counseling Center.
Final Exam Preparation Period
Pre-finals week will be defined as the seven calendar days before the first day of finals. Faculty may cover new course material throughout this week. For specific provisions of the policy please refer to OU's Final Exam Preparation Period policy.
Required Policies for Students On Campus
Emergency Protocol
During an emergency, there are official university procedures that will maximize your safety.
Severe Weather: If you receive an OU Alert to seek refuge or hear a tornado siren that signals severe weather:
- Look for severe weather refuge location maps located inside most OU buildings near the entrances
- Seek refuge inside a building. Do not leave one building to seek shelter in another building that you deem safer. If outside, get into the nearest building.
- Go to the building’s severe weather refuge location. If you do not know where that is, go to the lowest level possible and seek refuge in the innermost room. Avoid outside doors and windows.
- Get in, Get Down, Cover Up.
- Wait for official notice to resume normal activities.
Additional information about severe weather preparedness is available through the Department of Campus Safety's Emergency Management Division.
OU-Norman Campus: Tornado Refuge Protocol
Severe Weather Preparedness Video
Armed Subject/Campus Intruder
If you receive an OU Alert to shelter-in-place due to an active shooter or armed intruder situation or you hear what you perceive to be gunshots:
- Avoid: If you believe you can get out of the area without encountering the armed individual, move quickly towards the nearest building exit, move away from the building, and call 911.
- Deny: If you cannot flee, move to an area that can be locked or barricaded, turn off lights, silence devices, spread out, and formulate a plan of attack if the shooter enters the room.
- Defend: As a last resort fight to defend yourself. For more information, visit:
OU's Emergency Preparedness site
Shots Fire on Campus Procedure
Fire Alarm/General Emergency
If you receive an OU Alert that there is danger inside or near the building, or the fire alarm inside the building activates:
- Leave the building. Do not use the elevators.
- Know at least two building exits.
- Assist those who may need help.
- Proceed to the emergency assembly area.
- Once safely outside, Notify first responders of anyone who may still be inside the building due to mobility issues.
- Wait for official notice before attempting to re-enter the building.
Course Summary:
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