Waterfall projects are a traditional project management methodology characterized by a linear and sequential approach to development. This method entails distinct phases—gathering requirements, design, implementation, testing, deployment, and maintenance. However, …
Comparing Project Management Teaching Methods: Traditional vs. Simulation-Based Learning
Teaching project management poses significant challenges for educators. Traditional methods often rely heavily on lectures and textbook-based learning, leaving students with a wealth of theoretical knowledge but little practical application. …
Teach Skills Over Content
Teaching students skills over content will make them better project managers. Equip students to analyze project data and make real time decisions that impact project success.
Agile Teaching Done Better Through Gaming
How often have you heard agile enthusiasts say something on the lines of, “Experimentation is favored more than adherence to a rigid plan”? Scrum has empiricism as one of its …
Project Management Simulation enhances the learning experience
Today’s challenging environment has necessitated a hard look into education, methods of training and the way we work. Students and professionals who are looking to build their careers in project …
Simulations keep students focused during the learning experience
Students are experiencing a tough environment all around. The COVID-19 pandemic, online instructions, and the uncertainty of the situation are wearing them down. Administrators, instructors and educators are trying to …
Future of the Scrum Master Role May 21, 2019
Irina Fursman March 13, 2019 1:00-2:00 PM CT 1 PDU We all have nightmare like experiences trying to implement projects and initiatives on time and on budget. There are few …
Simulations drive learning at collegiate conference
When you think about a conference, what kind of images conjure up? Keynote speakers, tracks on various topics, panel discussions, gala reception, good food and networking. The Midwest Collegiate Computing …