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Publications & Conference Proceedings

2024

A quantitative study on the negative and positive impacts of using artificial intelligence (AI) in the information technology field 

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 25, Issue 1, pp. 341-351, 2024

Authors: Mel Tomeo, Wilfred Mutale, Vasilka Chergarova, Harlan Brewer, John Scarpino

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2023

A quantitative study on the usage of a cryptographic software tool for data and communications encryption

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 24, Issue 2, pp. 12-21, 2023

Authors: Mel Tomeo, Wilfred Mutale, Matthew Kisow, John J. Scarpino, Vasilka Chergarova

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2022

A quantitative study on how covid-19 has impacted the relationship between employees and the hybrid employment model in the information technology field

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 23, Issue 2, pp. 270-279, 2022

Authors: Mel Tomeo, Wilfred Mutale, John J. Scarpino, Vasilka Chergarova

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2021

Influence of data-driven methods in predicting U.S. presidential elections for a specific age ranging using social media

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 22, Issue 4, pp. 321-331, 2021

Authors: Mel Tomeo, David Hertz, John J. Scarpino, Richard Bryant, Michael Hodder

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2020

Analyzing College Students' Pre-Knowledge and Post-Knowledge of Embedded Software Security and Its Impact Towards Future Internet of Things (IoT) Developments

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 21, Issue 2, pp. 93-101, 2020

Authors: Mel Tomeo, David Hertz, John J. Scarpino, Lee Cottrell, Wilfred Mutale

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2019

A Comparative Study Analyzing Computer Programming College Students’ Pre-Knowledge and Post-Knowledge of Software Application Security Using OWASP

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 20, Issue 2, pp. 1-8, 2019 

Authors: Mel Tomeo, Wilfred Mutale, John J. Scarpino, Lee Cottrell

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2018

Implementing Dweck's Growth Mindset by Incorporating Industry Based Tools and Techniques In The Classroom 

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 19, Issue 2, pp. 13-22, 2018

Authors: Wilfred Mutale, Mel Tomeo, John J. Scarpino, Cristina D’Imperio, Xihui Zhang

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New Multidisciplinary Program Bridges the Gap for Future IT Pros

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2017

The First Outcome Results of the Mid-Point Curriculum Assessments for Computer Programming and Information Technology Students

Issues in Information Systems: Volume 18, Issue 1, pp. 164-172, 2017

Authors: John J. Scarpino, Wilfred Mutale,Charles Eltringham,Philip Grabowski, Mel Tomeo, Theophilus D. Owusu

 

2016

Does Age and Gender Matter in Students’ Perceptions of Instruction Effectiveness In On-Ground, Online and Hybrid Courses?
Issues in Information Systems: Volume 17, Issue II, pp. 233-241, 2016
Authors: Alan Peslak, Paul Kovacs, Gary Alan Davis, Wenli Wang, Lisa Kovalchick, 
Wendy Ceccucci, John J. Scarpino

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Teaching the Cloud: Security Remains a Concern for Information Technology Students
Issues in Information Systems: Volume 17, Issue II, pp. 135-141, 2016
Authors: John J. Scarpino, Michael Hodder, Gary A. Davis, Paul Kovacs, Theophilus D. Owusu, Matthew R. Kisow

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Confidentiality, Privacy, Accessibility and Security of Big Data Usages within Mobile Recommender Systems, As Society Embraces Cloud Based Technology
Issues in Information Systems: Volume 17, Issue I, pp. 185-195, 2016
Authors: Jacob E, Mack, Keiser University, Theophilus D. Owusu, John J. Scarpino

 

2015   

Privacy and Cryptographic Security Issues within Mobile Recommender Systems as Society Embraces Cloud Based Technology

Abstract Proceedings- KM Conference 2015 Katowice, Poland - A Publication of the International Institute for Applied Knowledge Management

Authors: Jacob E. Mack, Theophilus D. Owusu, John J. Scarpino

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2014

Age and Gender Differences of Students’ Assessments of Online, Hybrid, and On-Ground Learning 

2014 Proceedings of the Information Systems Educators Conference (ISECON)

ISSN: 2167-1435  v31 n3039  Baltimore, Maryland USA 

Authors: Alan Peslak, Paul Kovacs, Gary Alan Davis, John Scarpino , Lisa Kovalchick, Wendy Ceccucci

 

The Quality of Agile - Transforming A Software Development Company's Process: A Follow-up Case Study 

2014 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XV, No. 2, pp. 431-440, 2014

Authors: John J. Scarpino, Rhonda G. Chicone

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2013  

The Impact of Social Networks on Saudi Residents Living In The United States 

2013 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XIV, No. 1, pp. 72-81, 2013

Authors: John J. Scarpino, Ali Abdullah Alshif

 

Impact of Technology On A Top 20 Global 100 Legal Firm 

2013 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XIV, No. 1, pp. 133-142, 2013

Authors: Theophilus D. Owusu, John J. Scarpino

 

A Framework For An Interactive Web-Based Application Course 

2013 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XIV, No. 1, pp. 300-306, 2013

Authors: Paul J. Kovacs, John J. Scarpino, Wenli Wang

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2012   

Evaluating and Implementing Load and Performance Testing Tools to Test Adobe Flex and Other Rich Internet Applications: A Case Study 

2012 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XIII, No. 1, pp. 1-10, 2012

Authors: John J. Scarpino

 

The Impacts of a Nonprofit Cancer Research Organization Moving to a Private Cloud Environment

2012 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XIII, No. 1, pp. 77-84, 2012

Authors: Matthew R. Kisow, John J. Scarpino

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Key best practices for cloud testing (E-Guide)

Tech Target - SearchSoftwareQuality.com

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2011 

An Analysis of An Enterprise Mobility Software Company – Managing software quality and Maintaining A Competitive Edge In Fluctuating Periods of Corporate Growth: A Case Study

2011 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XII, No. 1, pp. 7-15, 2011

Authors: John J. Scarpino, Rhonda G. Chicone

 

Students’ Assessment of Online Learning As Related To Computer and Information Systems Curricula

2011 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems

(IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XII, No. 2, pp. 13-21, 2011

Authors: Paul J.  Kovacs, Gary A. Davis, John Scarpino, Lisa Kovalchick

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Effective ALM Planning; How to Appoint a New Management Team

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How to Successfully Achieve Application Lifecycle Management (E-Guide)

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​2010

Students’ Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Various Online Learning Formats as Related to Computer and Information System Courses.

2010 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XI, No. 2, 2010. 88-96

Authors:  Paul J.  Kovacs, Gary A. Davis, John Scarpino, Lisa Kovalchick

 

Web Application Security Testing: An Industry Perspective on How its Education is Perceived.

2010 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XI, No. 1, 2010. 142-153

Author: John J. Scarpino

 

A Post Analysis of a Formalized Software Quality Assurance Tool’s Implementation: A Case Study

2010 Journal of International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume XI, No. 1, 2010. 392-401

Authors: John J. Scarpino, Paul J. Kovacs            

 

Determining the Effectiveness of Various Delivery Methods in an Information Technology/Information Systems Curriculum

Information Systems Education Journal (ISEDJ), VOL 8, No. 32 June 21, 2010 ISSN: 1545-679X

Authors: Gary Alan Davis, Paul J. Kovacs, John Scarpino, John C. Turchek

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​2009

Web Application Security Instructional Paradigms and the IS Curriculum

Journal of the International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume X, No. 1, 2009. 87-96

Authors: J. Packy Laverty, John J. Scarpino

            

Employers And Educators Want Information Systems Graduates to Be Able to Communicate

Journal of the International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume X, No. 1, 2009. 198-207

Authors: Jeanne M. Baugh, Gary A. Davis, Paul J. Kovacs, John Scarpino, David Wood

 

Applying an Enhanced Unified Database Management Quality Evaluation Tool.  

Journal of the International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: Volume X, No. 2, 2009 138-147

Authors: Paul J. Kovacs, John Scarpino, Gary A. Davis, Jeanne M. Baugh  


Nine ways to evaluate automated software testing tools
Tech Target - SearchSoftwareQuality.com

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2008

An Analysis of a Software Quality Assurance Tool’s Implementation: A Case Study. 

Journal of the International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Issues in Information Systems: VOL IX, No. 2, 2008. 146 – 152. 

Authors: John J. Scarpino, Paul J. Kovacs        â€‹

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