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Information Technology Systems in Business

Self introduction:

My name is Ella Ernst. I am studying to become a TAS secondary teacher. I'm excited to post my learning journey throughout the next few weeks, going through 'Introduction to Information Systems, International Adaptation' by R. Kelly Rainer; Brad Prince. 

Expectations and Goals:

I plan to write a short overview of each of the key chapters from the Information Systems book. Some concerns I have going into this subject are the constraints of writing concise information that encapsulates the key learning areas of each chapter.

A personal goal of mine going into this subject is being able to apply the knowledge I gain from the weekly readings and being able to apply it to my teaching skillset.






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