1st Edition
The Foundations of Information Systems Research and Practice
By Andrew Basden
Copyright 2018
462 Pages
by
Routledge
462 Pages
by
Routledge
462 Pages
by
Routledge
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Why does information technology disappoint or enslave us? Why do so many information systems projects collapse? How can we do better? There are many technical, social, economic and other aspects to consider. How do we ensure we take all these into account as we research ITC or employ them? ICT affects our lives and world more profoundly than ever before. How may we understand it? This book... Read more
PART 1
1. Introduction
2. Philosophies
3. Dooyeweerd's Philosophy
4. Foundations, Research and Practice
PART 2
5. The Nature of Information and Communication Technology
6. Understanding ICT Use
7. Understanding ICT Features
8. Understanding ICT and Society
9. Understanding ICT Development
PART 3
10. Overview and Reflection
11. Contributions and Limitations
12. Opportunities and Recommendations
Biography
Andrew Basden is Professor of Human Factors and Philosophy in Information Systems at University of Salford, Manchester, UK.
