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Introduction to Scrum - 7 Minutes

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Reviewed:: Jan 4, 2020 by Computer Science

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Overview:

What is Agile Scrum? This video will get you started with the details to you need to start working with Scrum. Visit http:--Uzility.com for scrum software.

Type of Material:

Presentation

Recommended Uses:

Self-paced and in-class

Technical Requirements:

Web browser with ability to view YouTube videos

Identify Major Learning Goals:

Upon the completion of this material, learners should be able to:

Describe the principle of scrum
Elaborate different terminologies in scrum, such as product backlog, sprint, sprint backlog, etc.
Describe the workflow of scrum
Distanguish the difference between scrum and other process models like waterfall model

Target Student Population:

College Upper Division, Graduate School, Business

Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:

Prior familiarity with general concepts of software development

Content Quality

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Strengths:: The content of the video presentation is comprehensive and complete. It starts with the description of waterfall model followed by the detailed description of scrum. The description is accurate and appropriate to those scrum beginner. The summary at the end can provide a clear picture how scrum is applied throughout the development.
Concerns:: Somewhat over-prescriptive, but this is acknowledged at the end of the video

Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool

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Strengths:

The learning goals of the presentation are easy to identify. It provides a detailed explanation of scrum and the scrum workflow. It helps students to re-inforce their concepts in software development.

Concerns:

The material can be further improved if the learning outcomes are listed and a roadmap/agenda of the tutorial is presented at the beginning.

Prerequisite knowledge is not clear from description; little risk, however, since this is only a 7-minute time investment at most

Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty

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Strengths:: The video is very well-created. The animation is interesting, and effective in illustrating the idea of scrum. This can definitely help engage learners. The summary at the end can also help learners to have a good picture about the entire scrum workflow.
Concerns:: It can be further enhanced by providing some exercises or interactive activities.

Other Issues and Comments:: The video is developed by a software management product company, but the content is neutural and non-commercial.
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