Title: Research current and future trends in the use of information technology (IT) systems within human services.
Course: Cybersecurity in Family and Consumer Sciences, Advanced (19299-II-36) > Section: Analyzing Cybersecurity in Family and Consumer Sciences and Related Career Clusters

Research should include identifying

- IT systems and trends
- data analytics and trends
- emerging technologies (e.g., mobile apps, online human resources systems, Internet of Things [IoT], assistive devices, baby monitor, home security, electronic health records [EHR])
- emerging artificial intelligence (AI)-driven technologies (e.g., ChatGPT)
- effects of using cloud-based technology at work, including security of work product and of personal, health, and financial information of employees.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- How are IT systems useful within human services?
- Why are emerging technology trends critical factors when integrating IT systems?

Communication

- What criteria should be used to evaluate current and future trends?
- Why are guidelines helpful in selecting IT systems?

Leadership

- What criteria should be used to predict future trends in IT systems?

Management

- What management skills are needed to select IT systems within the human services industry?
- What consequences may result from not following IT system protocols?