Respond to all 4 discussion boards

DISCUSSIONS: IT Trends Discussions & Directions - IFSM 495 6381 Trends and Practical Applications in Information Systems Management (2208) Student Leaders: If you are assigned a topic below, it is your responsibility to research the topic and create a 3-4 paragraph “report” on what the trend is, why it is important and, if appropriate, relate how that trend would complement or fit in with the primary project for this class, the business case. Not all will relate directly, but to the extent that you can tie the topic to what we are doing, the better. Be sure to give credit to your sources. You should pose 3 to 4 thought-provoking questions for your classmates. You are expected to “host” the discussion for your own topic, monitoring it closely throughout the week, answering any questions, responding to postings, furthering the conversation, etc. Failing to do so will have a negative impact on your grade. These topics should be posted by midnight Wednesday Eastern Time. Student Leaders for the week are expected to read all main topics but are not required (but ARE encouraged) to respond to other trend discussions that week.

Other Students: Students who do not have an assigned topic for that week are to post at least one substantive comment (or comment and question) in each of the student-led discussions by Saturday. This is the minimum requirement; for an "A" in weekly participation, note that more than the specified number of responses are required. Your

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comments should demonstrate critical thinking, extend the conversation and add to the class. Responses should be more than just one or two sentences.

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