<strong>`</strong>... the publication of <em>Information Technology in Educational</em> <em>Management</em> fills a significant need in the field. [...] the authors have succeeded in producing a comprehensive, well-researcged, and conceptually well-integrated book that synthesizes the current state of research and knowledge in the field of computer-assisted SIS and contributes a great deal to our understanding of the field. ...very useful textbook and reference source for academic researchers and students. I would also recommend it as essential reading for designers of school information systems, who would benefit from the educational perspective often missing in technical designs.<strong>'</strong> <br /> <strong>Canadian Journal of Science, Mathematics and Technology Education, 3:1</strong> <strong>(2003)</strong>
This book:
- analyzes the nature of SISs, their intended benefits and history;
- presents the development strategies and the characteristics of three SISs that are widely used in various parts of the world;
- reviews what has been learned from the research over the last decade to inform successful design and implementation of SISs;
- presents exciting perspectives on the future of SISs from experts, vendors, and users; and
- reflects on what needs to be done to promote the full utilization of SISs by clerical and managerial school staff through better system design, user support, and continuing research.