Technology

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Specifically, the following critical elements must be addressed:

 

II. Adoption and Strategies Proposal

a) What phase in the technology life cycle is the technology chosen in? What would be the ideal timing for adopting this particular technology?

b) Based on the technology adoption models, determine the possible

timelines of adoption that could be implemented. Which adoption timeline

will best fit the needs of the organization? Be sure to provide details to support your choices.

c) What variables affect the timing and implementation of new technologies? What processes can be put in place to ensure smooth adoption?

Formatting guidelines: 2-3 pages, double spacing, and citations in APA format

Rubric

Criteria

Novice

Competent

Proficient

Phase

0 points Does not identify the phase in the technology life cycle or address ideal timing for adopting technology  

12 points Identifies the phase in the technology life cycle but does not address ideal timing for adopting the technology  

25 points Explains the phase in the technology life cycle and the ideal timing for adopting that technology 

Timeline

0 points Does not identify timelines

12 points Identifies possible timelines but does not sufficiently provide details to support choice 

25 points Explains possible timelines of adoption that could be implemented and which timeline best fits the needs of the organization  

Variables

0 points Does not identify the variables that affect the timing and implementation of new technologies  

12 points Identifies variables that may affect the timing and implementation of new technologies but does not defend a timeline that will best fit the needs of the organization  

25 points Explains variables that affect the timing and implementation of new technologies and defends which adoption timeline will best fit the needs of the organization  

Articulation of Response

0 points Submission has critical errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization that prevent understanding of ideas  

12 points Submission has errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, or organization that negatively impact readability and articulation of main ideas  

25 points Submission is free of errors related to citations, grammar, spelling, syntax, and organization and is presented in a professional and easy-to-read format