Assignment

Part 1: Discussion Points

1. What are the steps for designing a relational database from a domain class model?

2. What is the normalization process and the different normal forms? Why is normalization important?

A web search for relevant articles and information could be employed to assist you in your response.

Part 2

The 2009 movie, 2012, caused a resurgence in popular interest (and in some cases, fear) about global disaster brought about by astronomical events. This was heightened by ready access to less-than-reliable information on the Internet. One of the purposes of this class is to help give you knowledge to protect yourself from being taken in by this misinformation. Here is one web site that helps separate the "sense from the nonsense": Information is Beautiful: www.informationisbeautiful.net/visualizations/2012-the-end-of-the-world/

Find an example from popular culture in which real science (preferably astronomy-related, since this is an astronomy class) is misrepresented. This can be a movie, book, TV show, web site, etc. In your post, discuss the scientific inaccuracy in your example. Also, discuss how the inaccuracy is harmful (for example, does it cause people to be afraid for no reason? Or does it keep people from taking action that would be beneficial?)

Part 3

Discussion Points:

As you explore various technologies in your home, work or industries, discuss at least two emerging technologies in society today; what are the pros and cons of these technologies as they impact society?

Part 4

Instructions: ??Discuss why search engine optimization is critical to the success of a Website? Consider concepts such as keywords, meta tags, and Web crawlers.

What did you gain from the video below?

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) for Small Businesses:

http://youtu.be/yfZZeTTp3Rc