Description
In this paper the use of Microsoft Azure in the teaching of ICT infrastructure components is described. In addition, the article includes the analysis of the effect caused by Microsoft Azure on different learning goals. This article presents how we organized an optional coursework on Microsoft Azure for the students. The coursework included three parts: setting up virtual machines, setting up virtual storage, and setting up virtual networks. It also includes the analysis of the coursework based on the pre- and post-questionnaires. The empirical results did not show significant difference between those who completed the coursework and who did not complete the coursework. However, in the open-open ended responses, the students showed the positive attitude to the coursework and this reflects the quality of learning and support for the constructivist-learning paradigm. However, these responses show the need to add service management into this coursework.
Recommended Citation
Makkonen, Pekka, "Teaching ICT infrastructure supported by cloud service Azure" (2017). AMCIS 2017 Proceedings. 4.
https://aisel.aisnet.org/amcis2017/ISEducation/Presentations/4
Teaching ICT infrastructure supported by cloud service Azure
In this paper the use of Microsoft Azure in the teaching of ICT infrastructure components is described. In addition, the article includes the analysis of the effect caused by Microsoft Azure on different learning goals. This article presents how we organized an optional coursework on Microsoft Azure for the students. The coursework included three parts: setting up virtual machines, setting up virtual storage, and setting up virtual networks. It also includes the analysis of the coursework based on the pre- and post-questionnaires. The empirical results did not show significant difference between those who completed the coursework and who did not complete the coursework. However, in the open-open ended responses, the students showed the positive attitude to the coursework and this reflects the quality of learning and support for the constructivist-learning paradigm. However, these responses show the need to add service management into this coursework.