Assume That, as a Member of the Student Governing Body

question 32

Essay

Assume that, as a member of the student governing body at your college or university, you have unlimited resources to tackle a challenge that has been posed to you by students, some faculty, and the administration at your school: develop a database that will allow students to identify the quality of instructors before signing up for their courses. Using this challenge as a running example, differentiate between raw data and information. Then identify and discuss the characteristics and costs of useful information as they apply to this challenge.

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Definitions:

Charles Derber

A contemporary American sociologist known for his research and writings on social movements, corporate power, and environmental issues.

Social Interaction

Social interaction involves the dynamic exchanges between two or more individuals, shaping relationships and influencing social structures.

Face-To-Face

Direct interaction between two or more people in the same physical space.

Expressions

Ways in which thoughts, feelings, and ideas are conveyed or manifested, often through language, art, or gestures.