The Foundations of Information Systems

Applying Dooyeweerd's philosophies of 'aspects' (or modalities of living), this book introduces new multi-aspectual paradigms for understanding five main areas of importance related to Information Systems and Technology.

Andrew Basden is Professor of Human Factors and Philosophy in Information Systems at University of Salford, Manchester, UK.

PART 1 1. Introduction 2. Philosophies 3. Dooyeweerd's Philosophy 4. Foundations, Research and Practice PART 2 5. The Nature of Information and Communication Technology 6. Understanding ICT Use 7. Understanding ICT Features 8. Understanding ICT and Society 9. Understanding ICT Development PART 3 10. Overview and Reflection 11. Contributions and Limitations 12. Opportunities and Recommendations