TB - Technology in Business [OVERVIEW]
Technology in Business
Introduction
Technology is all around us and has changed the way we interact with others, the way we use our time, as well as the way we do business! Technology is here to stay and will continue to bring about innovation that we, as digital citizens, will need to adapt to. In this module, we will learn more about digital citizenship and the implications of our actions as digital citizens in the workplace. In a digital world where information is readily available, it is crucial to use this information ethically, especially while conducting online research. Our future careers will demand teamwork, effective time management, and organization, all of which can be facilitated by technology. However, technology is constantly evolving so staying up-to-date will require life-long learning. Throughout this module we will explore how technology benefits, extends, and complements our professional and private lives, but we will also see how it can sometimes complicate things if we let it!
Knowledge Questions
In this module, we will be unraveling these knowledge-based questions:
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- What does it mean to be a digital citizen?
- What best practices can I use to detect and defend myself against identity theft?
- How do the ethical and legal ramifications of plagiarism, fair use, and copyright affect my personal and professional life?
- How can I find credible sources when researching online?
- How can I use technology to enhance my time management and organizational skills?
- How can technology enhance my ability to work with others in a team?
- How has technology changed the way we do business?
- As technology continues to advance, what impacts will it have on society and the workplace?
- How can I use technology to design professional documents and presentations?
- How can technology tools be used to make a business more efficient?
- How can technology be used to solve business problems?
Key Terms
Cloud computing | the delivery of computing services over the internet or “the cloud”
Copyright | the legal right that allows someone to protect their original intellectual work and determine how that work is used by others
Digital citizenship | the ability to use technology responsibly, safely, and ethically
Ethics | moral principles that guide our conduct
Fair use | the copying of brief excerpts of copyrighted material for a limited purpose such as criticism, teaching, and news reporting, without the need for permission from or payment to the copyright holder
Phishing | a common type of cyber-attack that targets individuals using email, text messages, and other forms of communication by masquerading as a well-known source or individual
Plagiarism | using someone else’s work, words, or ideas and claiming them as your own
Teamwork | the ability of a group of individuals to work together to complete a task
Business Scenario
Throughout this course, you will learn about CrestThreads, a fictitious small business that began a generation ago when the Rodriguez family began creating custom-designed t-shirts. As you progress through each module in this course, you will be introduced to different aspects of this fictitious business and will be asked to apply your learning within the module to specific scenarios and situations.
The name of the business, CrestThreads, was developed to express the passion of the Rodriguez family for their hometown of Crestwood in conjunction with high-quality unique clothing that could reflect one’s personality. CrestThreads was founded with a simple product idea: custom-designed t-shirts. Customers could choose from a wide range of designs including slogans and celebrated local landmarks. Over the years, CrestThreads has expanded its product line to include not only t-shirts but also hoodies, caps, and even accessories like custom-designed pins and patches. The business has grown over the years and now the Rodriguez family employs members of the local community.
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