Introduction to Agile

A MindEdge courseAccess Time: 180 days

The Introduction to Agile course explores the methodologies and practices of Agile development and explains the key concepts and principles that form the foundation of Agile project management. This self-paced course contains vocabulary games, flashcards, and interactive exercises to supplement and enhance your understanding of Agile concepts, as well as video segments from Agile experts to help you become a more proficient Agile practitioner.

After completing this course, you should be able to:

• Define Agile development and differentiate it from traditional Waterfall practices
• Identify the similarities and differences among several Agile methodologies
• Describe the stages of the Agile development cycle and identify the factors that promote project success
• Understand the nuances of leading and working with Agile teams
• Apply best practices from organizations that have successfully incorporated Agile methodologies into their business activities

The information in this course is also included in our Agile Certified Practitioner Exam Prep course as that course's introductory modules; the Agile Certified Practitioner Exam Prep course continues with additional material to prepare students for the Project Management Institute's Agile Certified Practitioner Exam.

Note: Learners who successfully complete this course will be awarded 10 PDUs/contact hours. Successful completion means completing all assignments in the course, and scoring a minimum of 70% on the course self-assessment.

Target Audience: This course is designed for adult learners with some understanding of general project management practices.

Level/Prerequisites: Introductory/No Prerequisites

Estimated Time to Complete: 8-10 hours

Ask the Expert: This course has an "Ask the Expert" feature, which submits your questions directly to an expert in the field you are studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Required Material: This course does not require any additional purchases of supplementary materials.

Successful Completion Requirement for IACET CEU: Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEU credit. Learners will have three attempts at all graded assessments.