A quality assurance reference model for object-orientation

Software quality assurance for object-oriented information systems development is the issue dealt with here. A Quality Assurance Reference Model is proposed based on the Revised Spiral Life Cycle Model. The Quality Assurance Reference Model associates quality criteria, quality factors and metrics into a matrix framework that may be used to achieve quality assurance for all cycles of the Revised Spiral Model

Quality Assurance Practices in Higher Education Institutions: Lesson from Africa

This paper examines how quality assurance (QA) is viewed, implemented, practised in higher learning institutions. It addresses its essence and development in higher education. It discusses what quality, quality assurance and systems, procedures and mechanism employed to improve quality of education offered. The study employed desk data that involves analysing information that already exists and realist and meta-narrative reviews to synthesis of data. The paper also traces back current initiatives made by higher education institutions (HEIs) to address quality assurance practices (systems, policy and strategy) in Africa. However, the paper tries to answer a long-term unanswered questions that although there are quality assurance agencies,  policy and mechanisms practised in most of higher education institutions in Africa; why some of graduates are blamed to lack appropriate competency? Do HEIs quality assurance practitioners rethink and act according to the growing demands for improved quality assurance practices worldwide? Do HEIs have quality supporting staff, administrative staff and librarians who can act accordingly to produce quality graduates? Keywords: Quality, quality assurance, higher education, Afric

SISTEM PENJAMINAN MUTU INTERNAL DAN EKSTERNAL PADA LEMBAGA PENDIDIKAN TINGGI

This study aims to portray internal and external quality assurance at higher education institutions, and the purpose of implementing quality assurance at educational institutions. In obtaining the data, this study used a library based qualitative approach by collecting data from books, journals, and articles. Based on the content analysis of the data, this study found that internal quality assurance includes: 1) policies and procedures for quality assurance; 2) approval, monitoring and periodic review of programs and awards; 3) student assessment; 4) quality assurance of teaching staff / lecturers; 5) resources student learning and support; 6) information systems; 7) public information. The external quality assurance includes: 1) use of procedures; 2) process development; 3) criteria for decisions; 4) processes in accordance with objectives; 5) reporting; 6) follow-up procedures; 7) periodic implementation reviews; and 8) system-wide analysis. The five objectives for quality assurance in educational institutions are improvement, innovation, communication, motivation, and control

A methodology for the design of quality assurance functional model and information system

In spite of all advances in computer, technologies, information processing, automation technologies, manufacturing processes, and the push for integration across all functional areas toward a totally integrated and automated manufacturing system, the suggestion is that quality assurance which covers all quality-based functions in the product-life cycle is often overlooked. In spite of the important role of quality information systems in achieving high quality processes little published research in this area is found in the literature. Study of the available relevant literature and the collection of data from manufacturing industries confirm that different manufacturing situations require different quality assurance systems, and this is evident from the proliferation of differing QA systems found in industry. There are however some common features both universal/or within different classes of industries. Accordingly an 'ISO-9000 based generic structural model incorporating these common quality based functions and their associated information requirements has been developed. This research further investigates and verifies those factors which may affect the design of a QAIS as a guide for designing Quality Assurance Information Systems for manufacturing business organisations. Realising that knowledge-based systems can provide a support environment for designing QAIS, this research also considers and, develops a KB Decision System for Designing Quality Information Systems (DSDQAIS). The DSDQAIS recommends the structure of a QAIS, in the form of an IDEFO model, appropriate to specific company profiles input by the user. Since the available software' applications and development tools which support the sub-systems run on a personal computer, the prototype of this system has also been developed and tested on PC. Recommendations for the further development of the system are given

National quality and performance system for Divisions of General Practice: early reflections on a system under development

Governments are increasingly introducing performance management systems to improve the quality and outcomes of health care. Two types of approaches have been described: assurance systems that use summative information for external accountability and internally driven systems that use formative information for continuous quality improvement. Australia recently introduced a National Quality and Performance System (NQPS) for Divisions of General Practice that has the dual purposes of increasing accountability and improving performance. In this article, we ask whether the framework can deliver on its objectives for achieving accountability and fostering performance improvement. We examine the system in terms of four factors identified in a recent systematic review of indicator systems known to improve their use. These are: involving stakeholders in development; having clear objectives; approach to data collection and analysis including using 'soft data' to aid interpretation; and feeding back information. RESULTS: We found that early consultative processes influenced system development. The system promotes the collection of performance information against defined program objectives. Data includes a mix of qualitative and quantitative indicators that are fitted to a conceptual framework that facilitates an approach to performance assessment that could underpin continuous quality improvement at the Division level. Feedback of information to support the development of quality improvement activities has not been fully developed. CONCLUSION: The system currently has elements that, with further development, could support a more continuous quality improvement or assurance based approach. Careful consideration needs to be given to the development of methods for analysis and review of performance indicators, performance assessment and engagement with consumers. The partnership arrangement that supported early development could be expected to serve as an important vehicle for further development

A quality assurance reference model for object-orientation

The focus of the dissertation is on software quality assurance for object-oriented information systems development. A Quality Assurance Reference Model is proposed with aspects dealing with technical and managerial issues. A revised Spiral life cycle model is adopted as well as the Object Modelling Technique. The Quality Assurance Reference Model associates quality factors at various levels, quality criteria and metrics into a matrix framework that may be used to achieve quality assurance for all cycles of the Spiral Model.ComputingM. Sc. (Information Systems

Systemwide Clinical Ultrasound Program Development: An Expert Consensus Model.

Clinical ultrasound (CUS) is integral to the practice of an increasing number of medical specialties. Guidelines are needed to ensure effective CUS utilization across health systems. Such guidelines should address all aspects of CUS within a hospital or health system. These include leadership, training, competency, credentialing, quality assurance and improvement, documentation, archiving, workflow, equipment, and infrastructure issues relating to communication and information technology. To meet this need, a group of CUS subject matter experts, who have been involved in institution- and/or systemwide clinical ultrasound (SWCUS) program development convened. The purpose of this paper was to create a model for SWCUS development and implementation

E-DOCUMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM ON ACADEMIC QUALITY ASSURANCE AGENCY BASED ON MOBILE DEVICE

In the process of documenting files for academic quality assurance and human resources recruitment, it is still conventional where there is still a physical accumulation of files, so that it can slow down the search for files or data needed, and can result in the risk of losing important data. In addition, the unavailability of a Human Resources (HR) recruitment information system that can facilitate prospective applicants for lecturers and staff The method of system development used in this study is the Structured Systems Analysis and Design (SSAD) Methodology. This methodology has several important stages that must be carried out in designing and building E-Dokument in the IIB Darmajaya Information Systems study program With the existence of a mobile-based quality assurance e-document system, it is hoped that it can assist the department in documenting quality assurance files. This system can be accessed by the KBK department, the department secretary and the head of the department of all str level study program