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Introduction to Information Systems: Supporting and Transforming Business, 2nd Edition
Introduction to Information Systems: Supporting and Transforming Business, 2nd Edition
R. Kelly Rainer, Jr., Auburn Univ.
Efraim Turban, California State Univ. at Long Beach
ISBN: 978-0-470-16900-1
©2008
464 pages
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WileyPLUS
WileyPLUS is an integrated suite of resources including the full online version of the textbook, plus easy-to-use homework management tools, interactive presentation resources, and a range of practice and study activities--with instant feedback--for your students. Learn more about WileyPLUS.
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MIS Cases
978-0-470-10122-3
A supplemental text featuring 21 case scenarios which helps students understand the use of database application, spreadsheet application, and web design through the small business scenarios.

IS Videos
978-0-470-17122-6
This set of short video clips from CBS News provides an excellent starting point for lectures or for general classroom discussion (available to adopters only and in WileyPLUS).

WileyPLUS Stand-alone to accompany Introduction to Information Systems, Second Edition
978-0-470-17933-8

Using MS 2007
978-0-470-22390-1
Supports instruction in the basic use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). These online learning Modules are followed by brief projects that allow students to utilize their skills in a business context. (Found in WileyPLUS or available in print ISBN: 9780470223901 - $20net)

Test Bank
Written by Kelly Rainer, this test bank is a comprehensive resource of over 125 multiple choice, true/false, matching, and short answer questions per chapter.

Media-Enriched PowerPoint Slides
A new set of slides consisting of book content with links to outside sources including animations and videos.

Instructor's Manual
A complete handbook for instructors including a chapter overview, teaching tips and strategies, answers to all end-of-chapter questions, supplemental mini-cases, experimental exercises, "war stories", and a Video Guide.

Image Library
All textbook figures are available for download and can be easily added to PowerPoint presentations.

Media Resource Library
Provides links to videos, animations, cases, and other web resources to help engage students in IT. Each Media Resource includes lecture lead-ins, class discussion questions, and assessment questions.

Online Quizzes
Practice tests for students to help prepare for class tests.

Virtual Company
A Web-based Virtual Company case at the end of each chapter gives students the opportunity to develop IT solutions for a simulated music venue called Club IT.

Microsoft Office 2007 Animated Online Tutorials
Recorded 3-5 minute audio tutorials that walk students through specific tasks in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access). More emphasis is placed on Excel and Access tutorials as they are the most relevant to Business majors. Found exclusively in WileyPLUS

Pre-and-Post Lecture Quizzes
Allows instructors to quickly and easily evaluate their students' progress by monitoring their comprehension of the material from before the lecture to after it. Found exclusively in WileyPLUS

Business Extra Select
The Business Extra Select Online Courseware System, found at www.wiley.com/college/bxs, provides instructors with a wide variety of resources including cases, journals, newspapers, and supplemental readings relating to IT.

Personal Response System
(PRS or "Clickers") designed to spark discussion/debate in the IT classroom (questions available in WileyPLUS).

WebCT, Blackboard, D2L, Angel, and eCollege
Course management systems available to accompany the text.

iPod/MP3 Downloads/Podcasts
Recorded chapter summaries, one for each chapter, covering the main concepts and key points of each chapter. Each two- to four-minute audio/video file is a perfect tool for student review and can be downloaded from WileyPLUS to student computers or personal mp3 players.

CourseSmart
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CourseSmart is also a great value for students. Students can purchase online versions of their course materials for up to 50 percent less than traditional textbooks.

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Wiley Desktop Editions
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Blackboard
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WebCT
A WebCT e-Pack is available with this title. Wiley e-Packs contain fully customizable course materials specifically designed for use with WebCT's software.
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WileyPLUS
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MIS Cases
978-0-470-10122-3
A supplemental text featuring 21 case scenarios which helps students understand the use of database application, spreadsheet application, and web design through the small business scenarios.
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WileyPLUS Stand-alone to accompany Introduction to Information Systems, Second Edition
978-0-470-17933-8
Add to Cart

Using MS 2007
978-0-470-22390-1
Supports instruction in the basic use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access). These online learning Modules are followed by brief projects that allow students to utilize their skills in a business context. (Found in WileyPLUS or available in print ISBN: 9780470223901 - $20net)
Add to Cart

Media-Enriched PowerPoint Slides
A new set of slides consisting of book content with links to outside sources including animations and videos.

Online Quizzes
Practice tests for students to help prepare for class tests.

Virtual Company
A Web-based Virtual Company case at the end of each chapter gives students the opportunity to develop IT solutions for a simulated music venue called Club IT.

Microsoft Office 2007 Animated Online Tutorials
Recorded 3-5 minute audio tutorials that walk students through specific tasks in Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Access). More emphasis is placed on Excel and Access tutorials as they are the most relevant to Business majors. Found exclusively in WileyPLUS

Pre-and-Post Lecture Quizzes
Allows instructors to quickly and easily evaluate their students' progress by monitoring their comprehension of the material from before the lecture to after it. Found exclusively in WileyPLUS

iPod/MP3 Downloads/Podcasts
Recorded chapter summaries, one for each chapter, covering the main concepts and key points of each chapter. Each two- to four-minute audio/video file is a perfect tool for student review and can be downloaded from WileyPLUS to student computers or personal mp3 players.

CourseSmart
CourseSmart is a new way for faculty to review and compare textbooks and course materials. At CourseSmart, you get instant access to an online exam copy that is identical to the print version of the text. You can begin reviewing immediately-- no need to wait for books to be shipped or to clutter up your office with unnecessary print copies. Using CourseSmart to review course materials will help bring down the cost of textbooks and reduce the environmental impact of printing and mailing examination copies.

CourseSmart is also a great value for students. Students can purchase online versions of their course materials for up to 50 percent less than traditional textbooks.

For more information about CourseSmart, visit www.coursesmart.com


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