A. This semester's textbook represents a new distribution model in terms of textbook content. As a class, unless this is the second time we have taken this specific course, we do not have a previous class textbook to compare strengths and weaknesses to. Since this is the case, I'd like to take the approach of answering this question from a textbook versus online book perspective. Personally, I'm more used to the "turn the page" experience. This is what I grew up with for many years before attending Abilene Christian University. That's what I like the most. At the same time, it has many weaknesses compared to the format of this online manual. Thanks to the convenience of multiple forms of technology on the Abilene Christians campus, it takes much less effort to be able to pull out an iPad or visit the local library to complete an assignment. With today's social media generation, it's good for book publishers to recognize that today's students are much more online than in the last decade. They must be able to adapt to changing times. People in general also spend a lot of time in front of their computers, so why not kill two birds with one stone? Yes, rhetorical question. If you also consider the fact that most textbooks weigh at least a few pounds, it is much more efficient to be able to, with a single mouse click, open and read the exact same content on the Internet. When I say “more effective,” I’m trying to put it in a time perspective. Online books in general are searchable. A student could easily save hours per semester by being able to research specific content instead of having to turn page after page on a paperback. When we talk about the effectiveness of this online book, it is...... middle of paper ...... different degrees on information systems. The information system is what keeps the business world running and moving towards the inevitable technologically assured future. One role I would enjoy over the course of my career is that of CEO. This of course depends on the company I am managing. In my ideal job, this role would appeal to me in many ways. Firstly, I am a people person. I enjoy dealing with people so that I can resolve disputes effectively and progress to another level. I also love directing; After all, no one likes to be told what to do. If I'm the CEO of my ideal company, I'd also like to think I know best. The most disturbing thing for me is knowing that what I am doing is correct, but being told that it is incorrect. At the same time, I'm completely open to hearing about other viable options. In fact, I would prefer this approach from the employees..