Curricular Unit:			Code:
Information Management			987GINF
Year:	Level:	Course:	Credits:
1	Undergraduate	Business Sciences	3 ects
Learning Period:		Language of Instruction:	Total Hours:
Spring Semester		Portuguese/English	39
Learning Outcomes of the Curricular Unit:
Students should master research methodologies for the development of scientific papers and develop skills for the use of the specific language of the course.
Syllabus:
1. Presentation of fundamental concepts in ICT. 2. Principles and use of the Internet. Individual and group communication tools. Internet search tools. 3. Information Systems - Key concepts, 4. Legal and ethical principles of the use of ICT. The information society. 5. Organization of reports and scientific texts. 6. Methodology of scientific work. 7. Production of Presentations.
Demonstration of the Syllabus Coherence with the Curricular Unit's Objectives:
This course aims to explore a diversity of situations in terms of principles and use of the Internet, Information Systems, and the methodology of scientific work. It also aims to provide students with the proper guidance for academic context and also to ensure the acquisition of skills that enable lifelong learning in a self-oriented and autonomous way.
Teaching Methodologies (Including Evaluation):
Teaching-learning methodologies: 1. Lectures, to present theoretical frameworks of reference. 2. Participatory classes, with discussion of programmatic themes and examples. 3. Active classes, with exercises. 4. Autonomous work: in addition to attendance, the student is encouraged to consult bibliography, review programmatic content, do research, and solve exercises. Written test: 60% Final work with oral defense: 30% Class participation: 10%
Demonstration of the Coherence between the Teaching Methodologies and the Learning Outcomes:
The theoretical-practical presentations in charge of the teacher foster the acquisition of updated information on the topics studied. Also students’ presentations, in groups or individually, require critical reflection and help to create the awareness that we learn throughout life.
Reading:
Kiesler, S. (ed) (2014) Culture of the Internet. 4th ed. New York, Psychology Press. Manual de elaboração de trabalhos científicos da Universidade Fernando Pessoa. [Em linha]. Disponível em http://ufp.ufp.pt. [Consultado em 11/10/2016]. Pereira, A. e Poupa, C. (2004). Como escrever uma tese usando o Word. Lisboa, Sílabo. Ray, D. (2014) "Overcoming cross-cultural barriers to knowledge management using social media", Journal of Enterprise Information Management, Journal of Enterprise Information Management. Vol. 27 Iss: 1, pp.45-55. Severino, A. (2000). Metodologia do trabalho científico. São Paulo, Cortez.