International Workshop
on
Evaluation of Modeling Methods in Systems Analysis and Design
Barcelona, Spain
16-17 June 1997
Workshop Chairs:
Keng Siau, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA
Yair Wand, University of British Columbia, Canada
Jeffrey Parsons, Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada
Description of Workshop Topic:
The field of Information Systems Engineering abounds with information
modeling methods (e.g., DFD, NIAM, ER and OO). New approaches (e.g., OO)
and new models within an approach (e.g., there are a number of different OO
models) are constantly being introduced. Clearly, not all methods are
suitable for all situations. A systematic evaluation of modeling methods is
needed to understand the strengths and weaknesses of each method and the
appropriate contexts and tasks where each is most suitably applied. This
understanding and knowledge has important implications to the use of
existing methods and the design of new methods. Three categories of formal
evaluation techniques can be identified: purely theoretical (e.g.,
Ontological evaluation), purely empirical (e.g., experimental comparison),
and a hybrid of the two (i.e., theoretical approach with empirical
evidence). Though the need for such studies is well-recognized, there is a
paucity of evaluative research in the literature. Evaluation of modeling
methods remains a challenge in information systems engineering.
Objective of Workshop:
The objective of this workshop is to provide a forum for researchers and
practitioners interested in modeling methods in systems analysis and design
to meet, present their research and experience, and exchange ideas.
Relevant Topics:
Research papers and experience reports that are related to theoretical
and/or empirical evaluation of modeling methods are solicited. The relevant
topics for this workshop include (but are not limited to):
Theoretical and/or empirical evaluations of modeling methods used for:
-- Information Modeling
-- Software Engineering
-- Business Process Re-engineering
-- Object-Oriented Modeling
-- Requirements Engineering
-- Enterprise Modeling
-- Data Modeling
The workshop is particularly interested in papers related to research
methodologies, and theoretical foundations for evaluating modeling methods.
Case studies and experience reports are also welcome.
Important Dates:
Indication of intent to submit: 15 February 1997
(by email)
Deadline for papers: 15 March 1997
Notification of papers acceptance: 20 April 1997
Deadline for Camera-ready copies: 20 May 1997
Submission Guidelines:
Four copies of your paper should be sent to Dr. Keng Siau, Organizing Chair
for the workshop. Please ensure that your submission conforms to the
following format:
-- The paper should not exceed 3,500 words.
-- Include a title page with: Paper Title, Author(s) name(s) and
address(es), phone(s), fax(es), email(s), an
abstract of no more than 150 words, and the total number of words in
the paper (excluding title page, tables, and references).
-- Use 1.5 or double spacing (except for references), and fonts no smaller
than 12 points.
-- The total number of pages (including title page) should not exceed 18.
Papers will be evaluated using the following criteria:
(i) relevance to the workshop theme;
(ii) capability to generate interest among workshop participants;
(iii) novelty;
(iv) clarity of writing and presentation.
For more information, please contact:
Dr. Keng Siau
Department of Management
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
209 College of Business Administration
Lincoln, NE68588-0491
Email: klsiau@unlinfo.unl.edu
Telephone: +1-402-472-3078
Fax: +1-402-472-5855
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