Public administration in the knowledge society

Wissenschaftlicher Aufsatz , 2014 , 134 Seiten

Soziologie - Wissen und Information

The publication approaches an original topic for the area of administrative sciences concerning the role of public administration in the general context of knowledge society development.
Knowledge, as a core feature of the society of the 21st century generates changes in all the social subsystems, including that of public administration, developing new approaches, attitudes, specific tools and methods.
For public administration, they refer to the new information and communication technologies (ICT) and in general, to knowledge management in public administration, transposed through strategies for implementing field knowledge or to valorise knowledge within the career plans or training plans of the human resources in public administration.
The book „Public Administration in the Knowledge Society” represents a theme of reflection on profound, open and dynamic interactions between society and public administration, determined by the transformation of knowledge into a driver for social modernization. At the same time, the book provides a new vision on public administration, valorising the traditional approaches, focusing on the modern functional features, originating from the characteristics of openness and dynamism of public administration, as well as of society, in general.
For the public administration, the openness and dynamism, induced by the new technologies are related to a reality that imposes, as mentioned in some sociological papers „the combination of the human rights with the development of new technologies”.
The book, structured on six chapters are organised in a didactic and research perspective, provides to the reader an outstanding image on the „level” of knowledge society and specificity of knowledge management in public administration.
The analyses on the evolution of the administrative theory and practice, the presentation specific instruments of interaction between society and public administration, known as e-governance or ICT.
The validity of the research hypotheses is supported by various quantitative empirical analyses and relevant socio-empirical researches.

Table of Contents

• Preface
• Chapter 1: The Knowledge Society and the New Paradigm for Public Administration
• 1.1. The Knowledge Society as a New Social Paradigm
• 1.2. The New Paradigm of Public Administration in the Knowledge Society
• 1.3. The Role of Public Administration in Knowledge Production and Dissemination
• Chapter 2: Knowledge Management in Public Administration
• 2.1. Concept, Characteristics, and Principles of Knowledge Management
• 2.2. The Importance of Knowledge Management in Public Administration
• 2.3. Stages of Knowledge Management
• 2.4. Tools and Techniques for Knowledge Management in Public Administration
• Chapter 3: e-Governance as a Tool for Knowledge Management in Public Administration
• 3.1. The Concept and Scope of e-Governance
• 3.2. The Benefits of e-Governance for Public Administration
• 3.3. e-Governance as a Tool for Knowledge Management
• 3.4. Challenges and Opportunities of e-Governance in Public Administration
• Chapter 4: Knowledge-Based Public Policies
• 4.1. The Concept of Knowledge-Based Public Policies
• 4.2. The Role of Knowledge in Policy Design and Implementation
• 4.3. Tools and Methods for Developing Knowledge-Based Public Policies
• 4.4. Examples of Knowledge-Based Public Policies
• Chapter 5: Public Administration and Knowledge Networks
• 5.1. The Concept of Knowledge Networks
• 5.2. The Importance of Knowledge Networks for Public Administration
• 5.3. Types of Knowledge Networks in Public Administration
• 5.4. Challenges and Opportunities of Knowledge Networks in Public Administration
• Chapter 6: Human Resources Management in the Knowledge Society
• 6.1. The Role of Human Resources in Public Administration
• 6.2. Knowledge-Based Human Resource Management Practices
• 6.3. Challenges and Opportunities of Human Resource Management in the Knowledge Society

Objectives and Key Themes

The book "Public Administration in the Knowledge Society" investigates the crucial role of public administration within the context of the knowledge society. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolving relationship between public administration and knowledge, examining the impact of technological advancements and the need for effective knowledge management in modern governance.

• The transition from traditional to knowledge-based public administration.
• The significance of knowledge management in public administration.
• The role of e-governance in facilitating knowledge exchange and citizen engagement.
• The implementation of knowledge-driven public policies.
• The importance of human resource management in the knowledge society.

Chapter Summaries

• Chapter 1: The Knowledge Society and the New Paradigm for Public Administration: This chapter delves into the concept of the knowledge society and explores its implications for the paradigm shift in public administration. It examines the new roles and responsibilities of public administration in knowledge production and dissemination, emphasizing the need for adaptability and innovation.
• Chapter 2: Knowledge Management in Public Administration: Chapter 2 provides a comprehensive overview of knowledge management, outlining its concepts, characteristics, and importance within the context of public administration. It explores various stages of knowledge management and examines practical tools and techniques for effective knowledge management within public institutions.
• Chapter 3: e-Governance as a Tool for Knowledge Management in Public Administration: This chapter examines the concept and scope of e-governance, highlighting its potential benefits for public administration. It analyzes the role of e-governance in facilitating knowledge management and explores both the challenges and opportunities associated with its implementation.
• Chapter 4: Knowledge-Based Public Policies: Chapter 4 focuses on the development and implementation of knowledge-based public policies. It explores the role of knowledge in policy design and implementation, examining practical tools and methods for developing effective and evidence-based public policies.
• Chapter 5: Public Administration and Knowledge Networks: This chapter delves into the concept of knowledge networks, emphasizing their importance for public administration. It explores different types of knowledge networks in public administration, including their challenges and opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Keywords

This book explores the multifaceted relationship between public administration and the knowledge society, focusing on key concepts such as knowledge management, e-governance, knowledge-based public policies, and knowledge networks. The text examines the impact of technological advancements on the administrative landscape, exploring strategies for effective knowledge sharing and citizen engagement in the digital age.

• Autoren: Ani Matei (Autor:in), Carmen Savulescu (Autor:in)
• Erscheinungsjahr: 2014
• Seiten: 134
• Katalognummer: V273783
• ISBN (eBook): 9783656677512
• ISBN (Buch): 9783656677451
• Sprache: Englisch
• Schlagworte: public