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* Alone
* Group of 2
* Group of 3(See note below)
Each project is different, and some are too small for more than one person, others too large and require a group. Your professors will guide you in matching numbers of people to a project.
Also, be aware that a group of three is expected to produce significantly more than an individual. The -- the scope of your work will be affected by your group size. '''You must speak to your professor if you wish to work in a group larger than 2'''.
= Project Choices =
Pick a project from the list of [[Potential Projects]], and once chosen, create an entry on the [[Project List]]. Use the [[Sample Project]] template.
You should also make yourself aware of other projects for which you can become a contributor. Remember that a significant portion of your final grade is based on contributions you will make to other groups' projects.
It is assumed that all students will begin without knowing how to start their project, what the scope is, what is expected, etc. These questions must be answered '''quickly''', and it is your responsibility to find them. You must not wait for someone to tell you what to do. Rather, become a driver of the process, and talk to people, do research on-line, etcand so forth. Write about your experiences in your blog. = Conflicts in Project Selection = If a student has already "claimed" a project which you would really like to work on, there are several options open to you:* Select another project* Speak to the other student(s) about joining their project* Discuss the possibility of splitting the project into two or more complimentary (but not interdependent) pieces Final approval of project selection is at the discretion of your professor. In the event of a conflict, significant preference will be given on a first-come-first-served basis.
= Release Early, Release Often =
# You must make it clear '''how''' people can help you. Keep a list of things you need to have done, and remember that most people don't want to spend more than a few hours doing a contribution (i.e., make it very clear what is to be done, and make it small)
# You must '''seek out ''' opportunities to help other groups. Ask them about their work, follow their blogs, read their project pages. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to find ways to contribute.
'''Important''': Keep track of your contributions to other projects on your personal wiki page. Also, give credit to people who have helped your project by indicating their contribution in your project's wiki page.