The Discussion Board (DB) is part of the core of online learning. Classroom discussion in an online environment requires the active participation of students and the instructor to create robust interaction and dialogue. Every student is expected to create an original response to the open-ended DB question as well as engage in dialogue by responding to posts created by others throughout the week. At the end of each unit, DB participation will be assessed based on both level of engagement and the quality of the contribution to the discussion.

At a minimum, each student will be expected to post an original and thoughtful response to the DB question and contribute to the weekly dialogue by responding to at least two other posts from students. The first contribution must be posted before midnight (Central Time) on Wednesday of each week. Two additional responses are required after Wednesday of each week. Students are highly encouraged to engage on the Discussion Board early and often, as that is the primary way the university tracks class attendance and participation.

The purpose of the Discussion Board is to allow students to learn through sharing ideas and experiences as they relate to course content and the DB question. Because it is not possible to engage in two-way dialogue after a conversation has ended, no posts to the DB will be accepted after the end of each unit.

• Create a timeline with an overview of information systems within health care.
• What are the priorities of information systems today?
• Choose one priority and discuss (in detail) the impact of your choice on health care organizations.

Your answer should be supported with a minimum of at least 1 reliable source in addition to your text. Be sure to reference using APA format.

• Unit 1: Basic Components and Uses of Computers
• Unit 1: The Basics of a Computer

For assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.

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