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Paul J. Kovacs, Ph.D.
Part-Time Faculty (Computer and Information Systems)
kovacs@rmu.edu
412-397-6446 phone (M)
412-397-6469 fax
Wheatley Center 302


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Educational Background

  • Ph.D., Education Communications and Technology, University of Pittsburgh
  • Master of Education, Educational Communications and Technology, University of Pittsburgh
  • Bachelor of Science, Education, Pennsylvania Western University, California PA
  • Certificate, Business , University of Pittsburgh
  • Certificate, Computer Programming, Computer Systems Institute

Professional Background

  • Dr. Paul Kovacs has taught computer and information systems courses at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Neumann University, and Duquesne University. Industry experience includes Computer Systems and Analysis work at PNC Bank, Bank of NY Mellon, and the Equitable Gas Company.

Area of Expertise/Research

  • COBOL/Visual Basic/Visual C#, C++ Programming, Network Technology and Management (N+),Computer Network Security, Data Warehousing, Data Analytics,Web Site Design.

Publications

  • Recent Journal Publications
  • Peslak, A., Kovalchick, L., Wang, W., Kovacs, P., (2023). On-grounders in Computer and Information Systems Courses in Higher Education: A Two-Step Cluster Analysis. Information Systems Education Journal21(5) pp 43-59. http://ISEDJ.org/2023-5/ ISSN : ISSN: 1545-679X. A preliminary version appears in The Proceedings of EDSIGCON 2022
  • Kovalchick, L., Peslak, A., Kovacs, P., Wang, W. (2023). Learning styles preferences, personality characteristics, gender and age of computer information systems students. Information Systems Education Journal 24(3) pp. 333--346.
  • Wang, W., Peslak, A., Kovacs, P., & Kovalchick, L. (2022). Have students’ perceptions of online education changed with the easing of COVID-19 restrictions? Issues in Information Systems, 23(3), 199-208.
  • Peslak, A., Kovalchick, L., Wang, W., & Kovacs, P. (2021). Effectiveness of Educational Delivery Modes: A Study in Computer Information Systems. Journal of Information
    Systems Education, 32(4), 253-261
  • Anumla, Vinay, K, R. Abdul., Chaza, F., Wang, Wenli., Kovacs, Paul., Powell, Loreen M.,(2020).
    Social Networking For A Learning Management System – Should Facebook Be Used To Supplement Blackboard? Issues in Information Systems, 21(1) pp 131-140.
  • Wang, W., Peslak, A., Kovacs,P., Kovalchick, L (2019). What Really Matters in Online Education? Issues in Information Systems, 20(1) pp 40-48.
  • Kovacs, P., Peslak, A., Kovalchick, L., Wang, W. (2018). Attitudes Toward Course Delivery: A Multi-University Study of Online, On-ground, And Hybrid Instruction. Information Systems Education Journal, 16(4) pp 27-33.
  • Peslak, A., Kovacs, P.,  Wang, W., Kovalchick, L. (2018). A Study Of University Student Changing Attitudes Toward Online Learning: An Analysis Of Face-To-Face, Hybrid And Online Delivery Methods Over Time, Issues in Information Systems, 19(1), 98-107.
  • Shepherd, A., Kesa, C., Cooper, J., Onema, J., Kovacs, P. (2018). Opportunities And Challenges Associated With Implementing Data Lakes For Enterprise Decision-Making. Issues in Information Systems, 19(1) pp 48-57.
  • Kovacs, P., Peslak, A., Kovalchick, L., Wang, W, & Davis, G, A., (2017). Effectiveness of Course Delivery Methods: A Multi-University Study, Issues in Information System, 18(1), 137-147.
  • Wang, W, Kovacs, P., & Baugh J, M., (2017) Project-Based Learning with Systems Analysis and Design, Issues In Information Systems, 18(2), 71-79.
  • Peslak, Alan., Kovacs, Paul, Davis, Gary Alan., Wang, Wenli., Kovalchick, Lisa., Ceccucci Wendy., Scarpino, John, J., (2016). Does Age and Gender Matter In Students’ Perception Of Instruction Effectieness In On-Ground, Online and Hybrid Courses? , Issues in Information System, 17(2), 135-141.
  • Scarpino, J, John., Michael Hodder, Michael., Davis, Gary, A., Kovacs, Paul., Owusu, Theophilus, D., Kisow, Matthew R., (2016). Teaching the Cloud: Security Ramains A Concern For Iinformation Technology Students, Issues in Information System, 17(2), 33-241.
  • Kovacs, Paul. J.,Kovalchick, Lisa., Peslak, Alan., Wang, Wenli. (2015). In-Classroom Teaching Is Here To Stay–At Least For Students In Computer And Information Systems. Issues In Information Systems, Volume 16,Issue II, pp.44-52.
  • Alfifi, Fahad., Wang,Wenli., Davis, Gary.A., Kovacs, Paul. J., & Al-Maliki, Saeed.Q., (2015). Cloud Computing: A Cross-Cultural Comparative Study Between Comptuer And Information Ssystems Faculty At A University In The United States And A University In Saudi Arabia, Issues in Information System, Volume 16,Issue I, pp.41-50.
  • Spangler, S.C., Kovacs, P.J, Kovalchik, L., (2014). A Case Study: What Are The Practices Librarians Use In Implementing And Determining Storing Knowledge Into Digital Data Warehouses And Archives, Issues in Information System, XV(1), 181-189.
  • Alfifi, F., Kovacs, P.J., Al-Maliki, S.Q.,Wang,W., & Davis, G.A., (2014). CIS Faculty Perceptions Of The Impact And Effectiveness Of Cloud Computing Technology, Issues in Information System, XV(1), 190-199.
  • Baugh, J.M, & Kovacs, P.J., (2014). Programming Not Required? Did The IS-Model Curriculum Get It Right?, Issues in Information System, XV(1), 399-408.
  • Kovacs, P. J., Scarpino, J. J., & Wang, W. (2013) A Framework for an Interactive Web-Based Application Course,  Issues in Information System, XIV(1), 300-306
  • Kovacs, P. J., Turchek, J, Wood, D., & Bitner, M. (2013) A University's Experience on the Development of Enterprise Information Systems Curriculum,  Issues in Information System, XIV(1), 82-88
  • Kovalchick, L., Boff, G.M., & Kovacs, P. J. (2013) Using Live Projects in an Information Systems Capstone Course,  Issues in Information System, XIV(2), 149-155.
  • Kovacs, P. J., Jessee, G., & Kovalchick, L. (2012) A Model for Engaging Students , Communities and Colleges Through the Integration of Service-Learning Projects into Information Systems Courses,  Issues in Information System, XIII(1), 310-320.
  • Baugh, J., Kovacs, P.J., & Davis, G. (2012). Does the Computer Programming Student Understand What Constitutes Plagiarism? Issues in Information Systems, XIII(2), 138-145.
  • Baugh, J. M., & Kovacs, P. J. (2012). Large Programming Projects for the Beginning Programmer. Issues in Information Systems, XIII(1). 85-93.
  • Kovacs,P.J., Davis, G.A., Scarpino,J.J., & Kovalchick,L.L. (2011) Students’ Assessment of Online Learning as Related to Computer and Information Systems Curricula. Issues in Information Systems , XII(2), 13-21.
  • Baugh J., & Kovacs, P.J. (2011). What to Teach in an Introductory CIS Course. Courses. Issues in Information Systems , XII(2), 100-108
  • Davis, Kovacs, Scarpino, and Turchek (2010). Determining the Effectiveness of Various Delivery Methods in an Information Technology/Information Systems Curriculum. Information Systems Education Journal, 8 (32). http://isedj.org/8/32/. ISSN: 1545-679X. (A preliminary version appears in The Proceedings of ISECON 2009: §1733. ISSN: 1542-7382.
  • Kovacs,P,J., Davis, G.A., Scarpino,J.J., & Kovalchick,L.L. (2010) Students’ Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Various Online Learning Formats  as Related To Computer and Information Systems Courses. Issues in Information Systems , XI(2), 88-95.
  • Scarpino, J.J., Kovacs, P.J. (2010). Post Analysis of a Formalized Software Quality Assurance Tool’s Implementation: A Case Study. Issues In Information Systems , XI(1), 392-401.
  • Baugh, J., Davis,G,A.,Kovacs, P. J., Scarpino,J. J., & Wood, D. (2009).Employers And Educators Want Information Systems Graduates To Be Able To Communicate”, Issues In Information Systems Journal, X (1), 198-207.
  • Kovacs, P.J., Scarpino,J.J., Davis, G.A., & Baugh, J.M. (2009). Applying an Enhanced Unified Database-Management Quality Evaluation Tool. Issues in Information Systems , X(2), 138-147.
  • Kovacs, Davis, and Caputo (2009). Analyzing the Progression of IS/IT Keywords as Assessed by a Regional Trade Association. Information Systems Education Journal, 7 (51). http://isedj.org/7/51/. ISSN: 1545-679X. (A preliminary version appears in The Proceedings of ISECON 2007: §3352. ISSN: 1542-7382.)
  • Holman.J.V., Kovacs, P.J. (2009) A Comparison Of The Relational Database Model And The Associative Database Model. Issues in Information Systems , X(1), 208-213
  • Kovacs and Baugh (2009). Merging Object-Oriented Programming, Database Design, Requirements Analysis, and Web Technologies in an Active Learning Environment. Information Systems Education Journal, 7 (52). http://isedj.org/7/52/. ISSN: 1545-679X. (A preliminary version appears in The Proceedings of ISECON 2007: §2722. ISSN: 1542-7382.)
  • Gella,K., Regian, J.W., Waisel.L., Davis, G.A., & Kovacs, P.J. (2009) Effective Knowledge Management Using An Ontology-Based Approach. Issues in Information Systems , X(2), 231-236.
  • Kovacs, P.J., Davis, G.A. (2008). Determining Critical Skills and Knowledge Requirements of IT Professionals by Analyzing Keywords In Job Postings. Issues in Information Systems , IX (1), 95-100.