This book provides a systemic-based inquiry platform to explore boundaries, limits, and advantages of information and communication technology use in the public decision making processes. With theoretical and practical contributions, this publication examines the impact of governmental...

1. E-government as collaborative governance / Barbara Allen ... [et al.] -- 2. Performance measurement and evaluation of e-government and e-governance programmes and initiatives / Tony Bovaird -- 3. E-government and e-governance / Tony Bovaird -- 4. Confidence in e-government / Georges Chatillon...

E-government research has flourished as a way of disseminating information and providing services to citizens ever since the popularization of the internet. Although there have been tremendous advancements in the world of e-government, critical evaluations on the effectiveness of such methods...

Research argues that e-government technologies have positive influences on politics and democracy, improving citizens' environment as well as their engagement with their government. Although much research indicates that e-government technologies have increased citizen participation, there is...

Multiplatform e-learning systems are emerging technologies that provide integrated learning content to various accessing devices. This book addresses technical challenges, design frameworks, and development experiences of the future that integrate multiple mobile devices into a single...

"This book highlights important approaches to evaluating the creditability of digital sources and techniques used for various digital fields, presenting research in the area of computer mediated communication and how it currently affects digital culture and online credibility"--Provided by...

This book provides a reference to the latest advancements in the area of educational technology and e-learning.Including chapters addressing current research, case studies, best practices, pedagogical approaches, and strategies related to e-learning resources and projects.

Preface / Elsebeth Korsgaard Sorensen, Daithí Ó Murchú -- 1. Online communities and professional teacher learning : affordances and challenges / Norbert Pachler, Caroline Daly -- 2. Enhancing phronesis : bridging communities through technology / Anders D. Olofsson, J. Ola Lindberg -- 3....

This book examines the effect of technological rationalism on communication and learning outcomes in a global, multi-cultural world. Drawing on the experiences and research expertise of key researchers and educators from multiple disciplines, this book presents real-world examples of virtual...

Successful use of information and communication technologies depends on usable designs that do not require expensive training, accommodate the needs of diverse users and are low cost. There is a growing demand and increasing pressure for adopting innovative approaches to the design and delivery...