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Information Technology



Technology in Action, Complete, 5/E
Alan Evans, Montgomery CC
Mary Ann Poatsy, Montgomery CCC
Kendall Martin, Montgomery CCC

ISBN-10: 0135137209
ISBN-13: 9780135137208

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2009
Format: Paper; 736 pp
Published: 01/02/2008

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For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.

 

A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student! Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.

For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.

 

A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student! Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.

 

Wants vs. Needs

 

Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.  It teaches the practical concepts students want to learn (such as setting up a wireless network), while still covering the material they need to learn (such as how networks function).

 

Annotated Instructor’s Edition

 

Working hand-in-hand, a new Technology in Action Annotated Instructor’s Edition provides chapter-by-chapter recommendations from the authors on how to successfully use the companion media and resources in a course, while the new Instructor Resource CD allows you to reorganize and customize assets to fit your own teaching style.

 

Learn By Experience

 

A unique approach teaches computer technology the way students would actually experience it in real life, not a history lesson on computers.  The topic sequence has concepts covered using a spiraling approach between chapters in order to mirror the typical student learning experience. For example:

 

  • Computer hardware is introduced in Chapter 2, but then covered in greater depth in Chapters 6, 8, and 9.

 

Unique Companion Media

 

Technology in Action’srich companion media have proven to engage students in and out of the classroom while providing essential training on computer concepts.

 

  • Soundbytes — These multimedia lessons demystify computer concepts with audio and video presentations, now in a new and improved interface with enhanced navigation and a transcript feature.

 

    • NEW! Soundbyte on Blogging!

 

    • NEW! Soundbytes are also available as Podcasts!

 

    • Soundbytes are now available in an improved interface with easier navigation and a transcript feature.

 

  • Active Helpdesk with Assessment — These highly interactive, engaging, almost game-like media place the student in the role of a helpdesk staffer answering computer technology questions from callers.

 

    • A virtual supervisor provides support to the student throughout calls as in real-life.

 

    • Assessment questions after each call provide instructors with a tool to gauge and track students’ progress. A performance report can be printed, saved, or emailed.

 

    • Features a Spanish transcript your students can access while using the Active Helpdesk.

 

  • Companion Website — www.pearsonhighered.com/techinaction features an interactive study guide, downloadable supplements, additional Web Research Projects, Web resource links such as Careers in IT and crossword puzzles, plus bonus chapters on the latest trends and hottest topics in information technology.

 

  • VangoNotes Study Guide — Study on the go with VangoNotes. Just download chapter reviews from your text and listen to them on any mp3 player.  Now wherever you are–whatever you’re doing–you can study by listening to the following for each chapter of your textbook:

 

    • Big Ideas — Your “need to know” for each chapter.
    • Practice Test — A gut check for the Big Ideas —tells you if you need to keep studying.
    • Key Terms — Audio “flashcards” to help you review key terms and concepts.
    • Rapid Review — A quick drill session — use it right before your test.

 

VangoNotes are flexible; download all the material directly to your player, or only the chapters you need.  And they’re efficient.  Use them in your car, at the gym, walking to class, wherever. So get yours today. And get studying.

 

OTHER TOPICS OF DISTINCTION

 

* NEW! “Ethics in IT” boxes — Examine the ethical dilemmas caused by technology.

 

* Features for the Student —

 

·        Numbered objectives posed as questions open each chapter and outline what the student will learn.

·        Visual media cues at the bottom of the textbook pages indicate the companion media that aligns with the text material.

·        Question and Answer format of the material is designed to keep students engaged by a constant dialogue.

·        Dig Deeper sections cover technical topics in depth to challenge more advanced students.

·        Technology in Focus special sections teach students key uses of technology today, including a new TIF on Information Technology Ethics.

·        Bits and Bytes sections offer information on computer maintenance.

·        Trends in IT explore new and emerging technologies, computers in society, careers in computing, and ethical considerations.

·        Behind the Scenes keep more experiences students engaged by challenging them with interesting research assignments.

 

* Comprehensive End-of-Chapter Material

 

·        Multiple Choice, True/False exercises provide additional reinforcement and review for students.

·        Multimedia Page outlines how the media components, Active Helpdesk, Soundbytes, and Companion Website, work in the chapter.

·        Transition to the next semester assignments cover topics like using the Web on campus.

·        Critical Thinking Questions are designed to demand the full attention of the student.

·        Team Activities are designed for instructors who want to use team projects, but need some structure.

 

WHAT'S NEW: ANNOTATED INSTRUCTOR'S EDITION FEATURES

 

Working hand-in-hand, a new Technology in Action Annotated Instructor’s Edition provides chapter-by-chapter recommendations from the authors on how to successfully use the companion media and resources in a course, while the new Instructor Resource CD allows you to reorganize and customize assets to fit your own teaching style.

  • NEW! Instructor's Edition now includes an additional tab for each chapter focused completely on Ethics.  This is designed to make it easier for instructors to incorporate ethics discussions into the classroom, relevant to every chapter.

 

WHAT'S NEW: UNIQUE COMPANION MEDIA FEATURES

 

  • Soundbytes — These multimedia lessons demystify computer concepts with audio and video presentations, now in a new and improved interface with enhanced navigation and a transcript feature.
    • NEW! Soundbyte on Blogging!
    • NEW! Soundbytes are also available as Podcasts!
    • NEW! Soundbytes are now available in an improved interface with easier navigation and a transcript feature.

  

WHAT'S NEW: TEXTBOOK FEATURES

 

* NEW! “Ethics in IT” boxes — Examine the ethical dilemmas caused by technology.

* NEW!  An additional Technology in Focus mini-chapter on "Information Technology Ethics"

 

Chapter 1 

Why Computers Matter to You: Becoming Computer Literate

 

Technology in Focus: The History of the PC

 

Chapter 2

Looking at Computers: Understanding the Parts

 

Chapter 3

Using the Internet: Making the Most of the Web’s Resources

 

Technology in Focus: Information Technology Ethics

 

Chapter 4

Application Software: Programs that Let You Work and Play

 

Chapter 5

Using System Software: The Operating System, Utility Programs, and File Management

 

Technology in Focus: Computing Alternatives

 

Chapter 6

Understanding and Assessing Hardware: Evaluating Your System

 

Chapter 7

Networking and Security: Connecting Computers and Keeping Them Safe From Hackers and Viruses

 

Technology in Focus: Protecting Your Computer and Backing Up Your Data

 

Chapter 8

Mobile Computing: Keeping Your Data on Hand

 

Technology in Focus: Digital Entertainment

 

Chapter 9

Behind the Scenes: A Closer Look at System Hardware

 

Technology in Focus: Careers in IT

 

Chapter 10

Behind the Scenes: Software Programming

 

Chapter 11

Behind the Scenes: Databases and Information Systems

 

Chapter 12

Behind the Scenes: Networking and Security

 

Chapter 13

Behind the Scenes: The Internet: How It Works

 

 

    For introductory courses in computer concepts or computer literacy often including instruction in Microsoft Office.

     

    A Computer Concepts Text Focused on Today’s Student! Technology in Action engages students by combining a unique teaching approach with rich companion media.

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Three professors from Montgomery County Community College traveled with the Prentice Hall Information Technology team for over two years to uncover what students and professors today wanted and needed in an Intro to Computer Concepts text. After meeting with more than 1,000 students and instructors and developed Technology in Action. Due to overwhelming success, they recently published Technology in Action 5/e!

Alan D. Evans, M.S., CPA
Alan is currently the director of computer science for Montgomery County Community College. Alan’s parents instilled in him a love of education at an early age. After a successful career in business, Alan finally realized his true calling was education. He  has been a teacher and an administrator at the collegiate level for the past five years. Alan makes presentations at technical conferences and meets regularly with computer science faculty and administrators from other colleges to discuss curriculum development. Currently, he is researching computer literacy standards for college freshmen.

Kendall E. Martin, Ph.D.
Kendall has been teaching since 1988 at a number of institutions, including Villanova University, DeSales University, Arcadia University, Ursinus College, County College of Morris, and Montgomery County Community College, at both the undergraduate and master’s degree level. Kendall’s education includes a B.S. in Electrical Engineering from the University of Rochester and an M.S. and Ph.D. in Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania. She has industrial experience in research and development environments (AT&T Bell Laboratories) as well as experience from several start-up technology firms. At Ursinus College, Kendall developed a successful faculty training program for distance education instructors, and she makes conference presentations during the year.

Mary Anne Poatsy, MBA, CFP
Mary Anne is an adjunct faculty member at Montgomery County Community College, teaching various computer application and concepts courses in face-to-face and online environments. Mary Anne holds a B.A. in Psychology and Elementary Education from Mount Holyoke College and an MBA in Finance from Northwestern University’s Kellogg Graduate School of Management. Mary Anne has more than nine years of educational experience, ranging from elementary and secondary education to Montgomery County Community College, Muhlenberg College, and Bucks County Community College, as well as training in the professional environment. Prior to teaching, Mary Anne was a vice president at Shearson Lehman Hutton in the Muncipal Bond Investment Banking department.

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