About Extra Credit
Extra credit assignments are optional opportunities to enhance your learning and potentially improve your final grade. Each assignment is designed to deepen your understanding of information systems concepts covered in class.
Quick Stats
Available Assignments
Week 1: Introduction & Course Overview
Explore the fundamentals of Management Information Systems and their role in modern business.
Week 2: Computer Hardware & Software Analysis
Watch the complete Crash Course Computer Science series and discuss key concepts during office hours.
Week 3: Business Productivity Applications
Analyze how business computer applications enhance workplace productivity and efficiency.
Week 4: Web Technologies & Digital Communications
Explore the impact of web technologies and digital communications on modern business.
Week 5: Artificial Intelligence in Business
Research current AI applications in business and their potential future impact.
Week 7: Project Management & Development
Analyze project management methodologies and their application in IT projects.
Week 8: Website Development & Templates
Create and analyze different website development approaches using modern templates.
Week 10: Emerging Technologies & Blockchain
Research emerging technologies including blockchain and their business applications.
Week 12: Spreadsheet Analytics & Data Analysis
Develop advanced spreadsheet solutions for business data analysis and decision making.
Week 13: Database Management & Analytics
Design and implement a database solution with business intelligence components.
Week 14: Cybersecurity & Safe Computing
Conduct a comprehensive cybersecurity assessment and develop security recommendations.
Important Guidelines
Completion Requirements
- Complete all required activities for each assignment
- Attend office hours discussion by the due date (no appointment needed)
- Include proper citations when using AI tools or external sources
- Follow academic integrity policies - learning from mistakes approach
- Use official UMD email for any communication with instructor
Grading Policy
- Extra credit points boost specific quiz grades (see individual assignments)
- Cannot exceed full points for quiz grades (no overage carried forward)
- No late work accepted unless documented emergency
- Must complete ALL activities to qualify, even if you only need 1 point
- Assignment details and office hours schedule posted on Canvas