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Evolution in Introductory MIS Courses: Adapting to Technological Changes and Student Needs

This paper explores the continuous evolution of introductory computer courses, focusing on the changes in content and technology integration. Dr. Ronald J. Kizior discusses the shifting focus of courses to adapt to the dynamic nature of technology and student requirements. The incorporation of EXCEL and ACCESS alongside MIS content is highlighted, with a particular emphasis on the "Work-Centered Analysis" theme and models by Alter. Elements of the models, such as Supplier-Product-Delivery-Production and Work-Centered Customers Analysis, are explored to provide a practical understanding for students. The paper also delves into software applications like Gold by Sage and incorporates real business scenarios in student assignments.

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Evolution in Introductory MIS Courses: Adapting to Technological Changes and Student Needs

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  1. ISECON 2001 The Constant Evolution of an Introductory Computer Course: A Course in Flux Dr. Ronald J. Kizior Asst. Professor Loyola University Chicago rkizior@luc.edu

  2. ISECON 2001 The Constant Evolution of an Introductory MIS Course: A Course in Flux Dr. Ronald J. Kizior Asst. Professor Loyola University Chicago rkizior@luc.edu

  3. ISECON 2001 Intro courses are in constant flux A continuous evolution – Why? Language content has changed . Constant filtering of material to lower educational levels Changes in Technology

  4. ISECON 2001 EDP- Computer Concepts- MIS Because as technology changes, so does course material, and “focus”

  5. ISECON 2001 Change in “Focus” – Why? Change in Tech – Internet Students deficient in basic concepts of “What is a Business” Felt there was a need to implement a change. Fill a void.

  6. ISECON 2001 Intro Course includes EXCEL and ACCESS and MIS text. We use O’Brien’s M.I.S. 5th Ed. Reviewed several models by Alter Chapter on “Business Process”.

  7. ISECON 2001 Theme of “Work-Centered Analysis” (WCA) I---->P---->O W.C.A.

  8. ISECON 2001 Supplier Product Designer Delivery Production Reinforces the I-P-O model Alter’s Model Sales Service Customer

  9. ISECON 2001 Firm Second model stresses how IT & IS relate to the total Enterprise Alter’s Model Work System Info IT

  10. ISECON 2001 Third Model by Alter Work Centered Customers Analysis Business Process Products Part Info Tech

  11. ISECON 2001 Customers WCA has 6 elements Participants Information Technology Business Process Product Customer Products Business Process Part Info Tech

  12. ISECON 2001 Model reinforcement Define each element to a real business Student assignment

  13. ISECON 2001 Software Reinforcement Business Works Gold by Sage Very user friendly March issue 2001 Small Business Computing Mag.

  14. ISECON 2001 Buyers Guide Section

  15. ISECON 2001 Demo Co. – Bike Works Intl. Main GUI has 9 buttons

  16. ISECON 2001 2 Student Assignments What lies ahead? Should EXCEL and ACCESS be removed?

  17. ISECON 2001 Questions ?????

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