Introduction to Information Systems 5th Canadian Edition by R. Kelly Rainer solution manual
Chapter 1 – Introduction to Information Systems
Chapter Outline
1.1 Why Should I Study Information Systems?
1.2 Overview of Computer-Based Information Systems
1.3 How Does IT Impact Organizations?
1.4 Importance of Information Systems to Society
Learning Objectives
Identify the reasons why being an informed user of information systems is important in today’s world.
Describe the various types of computer-based information systems in an organization.
Discuss ways in which information technology can affect managers and nonmanagerial workers.
Identify positive and negative societal effects of the increased use of information technology.
Teaching Tips and Strategies
Today’s students use technology in ways that were not even dreamed of just a decade ago. However, because these students have grown up surrounded by and using various technologies, information technology has become an integral part of their personal and professional lives. Unfortunately, many students seldom think about the whys and wherefores behind the technologies they use every day.
I have found they often fail to recognize, understand, or even see how information technology impacts them, their lives, and their careers. So it is important to let them know what is in it for them, even if they are not majoring in information systems. It is imperative for our students to understand how technology will impact their future careers as we inch closer to a more digital economy. The textbook authors do a good job of this by including a “What’s In It For Me?” section at the start of each chapter.
Throughout this course, it is important for us, their instructors, to encourage our students to step back and observe the bigger picture as to what comprises the fundamentals of management information systems. Unfortunately, if you have not found out already, you will find some students who will think this class is boring or even complain they already “know it all.”
Point out that they should look at the “What’s In It For Me?” section of the chapters. This should be done early in the course. As part of your course introductions on the first day of class, you might consider asking students what their major course of study is. Knowing each student’s major and possible career goals will help you tailor examples, classroom assignments, and discussion to the interests of the students.
Explaining how MIS has affected businesses as well as workers helps to get students interested in this class. As instructors, it is important to connect students to the technology that they use on your campus; for example, by asking students to reflect on the technologies that are being implemented by their school: registration for courses, payments, recreation, bookstore, food services, etc. Using these technologies as examples allow students to relate to the material that is being presented to them. It also helps students understand the importance of stories of how computers have evolved and how MIS and Decision Support Systems (discussed in a late chapter) have made management decision making easier and more reliable.
To support your class discussions, I try to bring in examples from the local area. Most communities around college and university campuses have businesses or government agencies that operate data centres. Many times, students are unaware that they are there. In most cases, the local chamber of commerce or, if your school has one, a group of local business leaders who periodically meet with your dean might help you find these sites.
You might also consider supporting your class discussions with the importance of computer technology, using examples of how companies have moved to email to save money over using snail mail (postal service). Students can be introduced to the concept that IT must be paired with business processes to harness IT’s potential.
IT is important to business leaders all over the world. In Canada, immigration lawyers use an online system to assess potential salaries for different types of jobs (www.canadavisa.com/canada-salary-wizard.html). Students should be encouraged to become familiar with this website. Salary statistics for IT-related jobs in Canada can be obtained from www.itworldcanada.com/salarycalculator. Salary information seems to attract students’ attention, especially if they realize that if they are more technology savvy, they will likely make more money.
Finally, have your students look at the local help-wanted ads to see how many job postings for what might be considered non-technical jobs require some IT knowledge.
Blackboard/CMS
Chapter Outline
1.1 Why Should I Study Information Systems?
1.2 Overview of Computer-Based Information Systems
1.3 How Does IT Impact Organizations?
1.4 Importance of Information Systems to Society
Learning Objectives
Identify the reasons why being an informed user of information systems is important in today’s world.
Describe the various types of computer-based information systems in an organization.
Discuss ways in which information technology can affect managers and nonmanagerial workers.
Identify positive and negative societal effects of the increased use of information technology.
Teaching Tips and Strategies
Today’s students use technology in ways that were not even dreamed of just a decade ago. However, because these students have grown up surrounded by and using various technologies, information technology has become an integral part of their personal and professional lives. Unfortunately, many students seldom think about the whys and wherefores behind the technologies they use every day.
I have found they often fail to recognize, understand, or even see how information technology impacts them, their lives, and their careers. So it is important to let them know what is in it for them, even if they are not majoring in information systems. It is imperative for our students to understand how technology will impact their future careers as we inch closer to a more digital economy. The textbook authors do a good job of this by including a “What’s In It For Me?” section at the start of each chapter.
Throughout this course, it is important for us, their instructors, to encourage our students to step back and observe the bigger picture as to what comprises the fundamentals of management information systems. Unfortunately, if you have not found out already, you will find some students who will think this class is boring or even complain they already “know it all.”
Point out that they should look at the “What’s In It For Me?” section of the chapters. This should be done early in the course. As part of your course introductions on the first day of class, you might consider asking students what their major course of study is. Knowing each student’s major and possible career goals will help you tailor examples, classroom assignments, and discussion to the interests of the students.
Explaining how MIS has affected businesses as well as workers helps to get students interested in this class. As instructors, it is important to connect students to the technology that they use on your campus; for example, by asking students to reflect on the technologies that are being implemented by their school: registration for courses, payments, recreation, bookstore, food services, etc. Using these technologies as examples allow students to relate to the material that is being presented to them. It also helps students understand the importance of stories of how computers have evolved and how MIS and Decision Support Systems (discussed in a late chapter) have made management decision making easier and more reliable.
To support your class discussions, I try to bring in examples from the local area. Most communities around college and university campuses have businesses or government agencies that operate data centres. Many times, students are unaware that they are there. In most cases, the local chamber of commerce or, if your school has one, a group of local business leaders who periodically meet with your dean might help you find these sites.
You might also consider supporting your class discussions with the importance of computer technology, using examples of how companies have moved to email to save money over using snail mail (postal service). Students can be introduced to the concept that IT must be paired with business processes to harness IT’s potential.
IT is important to business leaders all over the world. In Canada, immigration lawyers use an online system to assess potential salaries for different types of jobs (www.canadavisa.com/canada-salary-wizard.html). Students should be encouraged to become familiar with this website. Salary statistics for IT-related jobs in Canada can be obtained from www.itworldcanada.com/salarycalculator. Salary information seems to attract students’ attention, especially if they realize that if they are more technology savvy, they will likely make more money.
Finally, have your students look at the local help-wanted ads to see how many job postings for what might be considered non-technical jobs require some IT knowledge.
Blackboard/CMS