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Electronic Government at the Local Level: Progress to Date and Future Issues

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ABSTRACT
Much like businesses with electronic commerce, public organizations are beginning to embrace electronic government (e-government). This article defines the term e-government,d iscusses the literatureo f local-level e-government,a ndd ocumentst he
adoption and sophistication of e-government among U.S. local governments. It
employs data from a survey conducted in 2000 to examine local adoption of e-government. E-government adoption among local governments generally tracks previously
documented patterns of information technology adoption, which show a statistically
significant relationship between adoption and such demographic variables as population
size, form and type of government, region, and metro status. The article compares
the results of that survey to a normative model of e-government maturity and finds that
the emergence of e-government at the local level is still in its formative stages. The analysis also examines perceived impacts from e-government, sophistication of
e-government offerings, barriers to adoption of e-government, and ways in which
these variables might be interrelated.

Public Performance & Management Review(2003) Vol. 26, No.4, 325-344pp

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Intergovernmental Solutions Newsletter on Government by Collaboration

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United States

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The Intergovernmental Solutions Newsletter on Government by Collaboration is now available from the GSA Office of Citizen Services and Communications. This edition presents the views of 22 trendsetting IT leaders of nations, states, federal agencies, and municipalities and thought leaders who are working to ensure openness in Government. Government by Collaboration is the third newsletter in a series highlighting each of the three areas in President Obama''''s Open Government Directive transparency, citizen engagement and collaboration.

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e-Government Online Certificate Program

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United States

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The e-Government online certificate program is being offered by the University of Illinois - Department of Public Administration - College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs.

e-Government, the knowledge and understanding of how to apply new information technologies in a governmental context, is an increasingly-important area of expertise for managers and executives at the federal, state and local levels. The implementation and strategic use of e-Government requires public administrators be trained in the management, policies, uses and implications of new technologies.

Local, state and federal governments have identified technology management, particularly in e-Government solutions, as an important management skill. Applicants for executive positions in many agencies must exhibit competency in technology management by remaining up-to-date on technological developments that they make effective use of technology to achieve results and that they can ensure access to and protect the security of technology systems. UIC’s e-Government online certificate program is taught by experienced faculty and practitioners and is designed to provide the e-Government training public administrators need to advance in the workplace.

The e-Government certificate program is ideal for public administrators at the local, state or federal level who:

Hold a management position and seek a better understanding of information technology applications in government
Hold an information technology position and seek a better understanding of management or policy as related to e-Government
Seek to build on their experience and knowledge
Wish to prepare for a career transition
Are interested in the strategic development, implementation and management of technology in the public sector

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Metropolitan College of New York - Master of Public Administration

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United States

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This unique, three-semester-long MPA can be completed in one year. The program of study and practice has been designed specifically for working professionals with some related experience in a public agency, not-for-profit or profit making setting and provides the student with the skills necessary to enhance the organization's efficiency through applied learning. Each semester is 15 weeks long, and concentrates on an area essential to building leadership careers in public service.

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PA Times

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United States

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PA Times is the monthly newspaper of the American Society for Public Administration. PA Times focuses on the issues that face public managers today. It also highlights best practices in the field and updates members on how ASPA plays a role in the support of the public sector. ASPA's chapters and sections highlight their innovative programs and publications in PA TIMES as well.

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