Web Objectives

301- Research the history of information technology.

302- Analyze the impact of information technology on business.

306- Identify emerging technologies.

307- Analyze the impact of information technology on society.

MLA Format Guide

Work Cited Guide

History of Information Technology Research Paper

Overview

Information Technology is the technology involving the development, maintenance, and use of computer systems, software, and networks for the processing and distribution of data (Merriam Webster’s Dictionary). Information technology evolved many years ago. In this paper you will research what information technology is and how it has evolved, its processes, and its impact on society.

Directions

Write a 3-4 page MLA style research paper on what information technology is and how it has evolved, its processes, and its impact on society. Follow the requirements below as a guide.

Requirements:

Use MLA Style guidelines
Paper should be 3-4 pages in length
1” Margins all around
Double Spaced
12pt Times New Roman Font
Use proper spelling and grammar
Written in your own words.
At least 5 internal citations should be used throughout the paper (May all be online sources)
A Work Cited Page is attached with at least 3 sources (That does not count towards the 3-4 pages) (May all be online sources)

Research Guide

To help you organize your paper, I have included the topics you should research and write about. They should be discussed and expanded upon in this order:

Overview and Definition of Information Technology (with Topic Sentence)
History of Information Technology
The processes and four stages of Information Technology
How Information Technology has evolved over the years
How Information Technology has impacted society
Identify emerging technologies
Conclusion (Restate topic sentence and include a reflection)

Assessment Rubric

Criteria	Excellent	Good	Fair	Poor	Points
Requirements 10 Points	All of the written requirements (# of pages, page layout, structure, etc.) were met. Paper was on time	Almost all of the written requirements were met. Paper was 1 day late	Most of the written requirements were met. Paper was 2 days late	Many requirements were not met. Paper was 3 or more days late
Opening 5 Points	The opening includes an effective topic sentence and thoroughly explains Information technology.	The opening includes a topic sentence and explains information technology,	The opening includes a topic sentence and explains some knowledge about information technology.	The opening does not includes a topic sentence and does not explain information technology.
Body 10 Points	Each of the body paragraphs includes creative well-written sentences with supporting details, and smooth transitions. They include useful information regarding the topic.	Each of the body paragraphs includes well-written sentences with supporting details. They include some useful information regarding the topic.	Some of the body paragraphs include well-written sentences with supporting details. Some paragraphs include some useful information regarding the topic.	The body paragraphs do not include well-written sentences with supporting details. Paragraphs do not include useful information regarding the topic.
Closing 5 Points	The closing is strong and leaves the reader solidly understanding the writer’s position. The conclusion has an effective restatement of the topic sentence. The essay is completely summed up by your reflection.	The conclusion is recognizable and fairly smooth to read. The author’s position is restated. The essay is summed up by your reflection.	The conclusion is recognizable. The author’s position is restated within the closing paragraph.	The thesis is not restated. The essay is not summed up and does not include your reflection.
Research Topics 5 Points	All research topics are present and explained insightfully with supporting details.	Many research topics are present and explained with supporting details.	Some research topics are present and explained with supporting details.	No research topics are present and explained with supporting details.
Organization 5 Points	Writer demonstrates logical and subtle sequencing of ideas through well-developed paragraphs; transitions are used to enhance organization.	Paragraph development present but not perfected.	Logical organization; organization of ideas not fully developed.	No evidence of structure or organization.
Conventions 5 Points	Author makes virtually no errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that distract the reader from the content.	Author makes few errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that distract the reader from the content.	Author makes some errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that distract the reader from the content.	Author makes excessive errors in grammar, spelling or punctuation that distract the reader from the content.
Work Cited 5 Points	All the information in the research paper is properly cited on the Works Cited Page. The works cited page is formatted properly.	Most of the information in the research paper is properly cited on the Works Cited Page. The works cited page is formatted properly.	Some of the information in the research paper is properly cited on the Works Cited Page. The works cited page is not formatted properly.	None of the information in the research paper is properly cited on the Works Cited Page. The works cited page is not formatted properly or available
Citations 5 Points	All cited works, both text and visual, are done in the correct format with no errors.	Some cited works, both text and visual, are done in the correct format. Inconsistencies evident.	Few cited works, both text and visual, are done in the correct format.	No citations present
Time Management 5 Points	Project was turned in on time and classroom time was used effectively.			Project was not turned in on time and classroom time was not used effectively.
Total 60 Pts					____/60