Agile Methodology

Question

Resource: Principles behind the Agile Manifesto

Create an 8- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation that summarizes the Agile Manifesto. 

Present at least two points of praise (i.e. Agile principles you believe are positive/productive). 

Present at least two points of criticism (i.e. Agile principles you believe are negative/counterproductive). 

Contrast the Agile principles with the typical software development practices found in the traditional Waterfall methodology. 

Investigate recent professional or academic research regarding the effectiveness of the Agile methodology. 

Incorporate additional research or academic information to support your presentation.

Format your PowerPoint® speaker notes according to APA guidelines.

Question

Part I: Research Paper Topic

For the Unit I assignment, conduct the research to identify a domestic terrorist incident that has occurred in the United States. 

Part II: Research Topic Justification

In a minimum of one paragraph (approximately 250 words), identify your topic of choice, and discuss your rationale for choosing the topic. Why is it important to the field of homeland security? Does it meet the criteria listed above? This topic must be approved by your professor. Once the topic has been approved, you will complete an outline, but that will be performed in Unit II.