Proposta de projeto LP2

Summary

The project focuses on improving the internship process at IFBA, especially for students who are completing their high school education and need to fulfill either a final project (TCC) or an internship requirement. The current internship experience lacks clarity and efficient communication between students, supervisors, and professors. A proposed solution is a web-based application that centralizes documents, facilitates communication, and provides progress tracking. The goal is to create a tool that streamlines the internship experience, providing clarity, organization, and improved task management, ensuring a smoother and more transparent process for all students.

Takeaways

• 😀 The project focuses on improving the internship (estágio) experience for IFBA students by enhancing organization, communication, and clarity.
• 😀 There’s a significant gap in structured oversight for internships, unlike the more organized TCC process at IFBA.
• 😀 Many students struggle with the disorganization of documents related to their internship (scattered across emails, paper, and different systems).
• 😀 There’s a lack of visibility regarding internship progress, leading to confusion about what’s been completed and what’s left to do.
• 😀 The internship is mandatory for all IFBA students, and making the process smoother is important for everyone involved.
• 😀 The proposed solution is a web-based application that centralizes internship-related tasks, documents, and communication.
• 😀 A key feature of the tool is a progress dashboard that shows students their current standing in the internship process.
• 😀 The tool would allow for the upload and storage of all necessary documents in one location, streamlining organization.
• 😀 A communication feature within the tool would enable real-time interactions between the student, advisor, and supervisor, improving feedback and guidance.
• 😀 A task list with deadlines and progress tracking will help students manage their internship responsibilities more effectively.
• 😀 By improving clarity, organization, and communication, the tool aims to reduce student anxiety and confusion about the internship process.

Q & A

What is the main context of the project?

The project is focused on IFBA students who are finishing their high school and need to complete either their TCC (Final Year Project) or internship (estágio). The goal is to improve the internship process, making it more organized and providing clearer guidance.

What is the difference between the TCC and internship process at IFBA?

The TCC process involves closer supervision from the advisor, while the internship process is less structured and lacks direct guidance. This project aims to address that gap by improving the internship experience.

What motivates the development of the proposed tool?

The motivation is to create greater clarity and organization in the internship process. Since internships are mandatory for all IFBA students, the tool aims to simplify and streamline this essential process.

How does the proposed tool plan to help students in the internship process?

The tool aims to provide a visual dashboard to track progress, centralize documents, improve communication among stakeholders, and manage tasks effectively. It will allow students to see what they've completed and what remains.

What are the current challenges in the internship process?

Challenges include the lack of clarity on what needs to be done, scattered documents across emails, paper, and separate systems, and insufficient communication between the student, supervisor, and advisor.

What specific features does the proposed web application offer?

The application offers a progress dashboard, centralized document storage, integrated communication channels between the student, supervisor, and advisor, and a task list for better task management with deadlines.

Why is there a need for a new tool when a portal already exists?

Although there is an existing portal, it lacks specificity and clear instructions. The proposed tool will focus solely on improving the internship process, making it more user-friendly and efficient.

How would the progress dashboard benefit students?

The progress dashboard would allow students to see their completed tasks and track upcoming deadlines, providing a clearer overview of their internship status and helping them stay on track.

How will the communication aspect of the tool work?

The communication feature will act like a shared document, where the student, supervisor, and advisor can interact in real-time, asking questions, providing feedback, and ensuring everyone is on the same page.

How will centralizing documents improve the internship process?

Centralizing documents in one location will eliminate the confusion caused by having materials spread across different platforms, making it easier for both students and supervisors to access necessary files at any time.