What are the key challenges facing our increasingly digitized democracy, and how might we as citizens contribute to resolving them? This book explores these questions, adopting a multi-disciplinary approach that combines work from media studies, journalism studies, and political science scholars, and draws on trends in countries including Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Egypt, and Indonesia. The book is divided into four main themes: (1) the impact of digital communication on politics and government; (2) the future of news and journalism in the network society; (3) the potential of digital media to enhance civic engagement and social inclusion; and (4) visions for the future of digital democracy.

Whether within or beyond the confines of the state, digitalization continues to transform politics, society and democracy. Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) have already considerably affected political systems and structures, and no doubt they will continue to do so in the future. Adopting an international and comparative perspective, Digital Democracy in a Globalized World examines the impact of digitialization on democratic political life. It offers theoretical analyses as well as case studies to help readers appreciate the changing nature of democracy in the digital age.

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What are the key challenges facing our increasingly digitized democracy, and how might we as citizens contribute to resolving them? This book explores these questions, adopting a multi-disciplinary approach that combines work from media studies, journalism studies, and political science scholars, and draws on trends in countries including Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom, Egypt, and Indonesia. The book is divided into four main themes: (1) the impact of digital communication on politics and government; (2) the future of news and journalism in the network society; (3) the potential of digital media to enhance civic engagement and social inclusion; and (4) visions for the future of digital democracy.

This edited volume discusses digital democracy at the local level in Europe. Contrasting the political discourse surrounding participatory digital democracy with actual experiences of implementation, the book provides a wholistic view of digital democracy across Western, Central, and Eastern Europe. The book is divided into three parts. Chapters in Part I analyze discourses about participatory democracy in Europe. Chapters in Part II provide case studies of digital democracy practices at the local level in the EU. Chapters in Part III discuss the risks and challenges associated with digital democracy. Written by a panel of international, interdisciplinary experts, this volume will be of interest to researchers, students, and practitioners across public administration, political science, economics, management, and sociology.

This book explores the digital transformations of democracy and democratic societies. It examines the various challenges posed by these transformations in the context of political practice and to theoreticians of democracy and political communication. The authors present studies from different countries, related to various effects of digitalization processes. Topics covered include, but are not limited to: Innovation in civil society research, new forms of civic participation, new dimensions of democratization and local governance processes, political changes and public participation, civic and political activities, political campaigning or other phenomenon driven by the implementation of information and communications technology (ICT) into politics. Therefore, the book is a must-read for all scholars and researchers of political science, practitioners, and policy-makers, interested in a better understanding of digital politics, digitalization processes, and democracy in general.

This book is a reference guide for healthcare executives and technology providers involved in the ongoing digital transformation of the healthcare sector. The book focuses specifically on the challenges and opportunities for health systems in their journey toward a digital future. It draws from proprietary research and public information, along with interviews with over one hundred and fifty executives in leading health systems such as Cleveland Clinic, Partners, Mayo, Kaiser, and Intermountain as well as numerous technology and retail providers. The authors explore the important role of technology and that of EHR systems, digital health innovators, and big tech firms in the ongoing digital transformation of healthcare. Importantly, the book draws on the accelerated learnings of the healthcare sector during the COVID-19 pandemic in their digital transformation efforts to adopt telehealth and virtual care models. Features of this book: Provides an understanding of the current state of digital transformation and the factors influencing the ongoing transformation of the healthcare sector. Includes interviews with executives from leading health systems. Describes the important role of emerging technologies; EHR systems, digital health innovators, and more. Includes case studies from innovative health organizations. Provides a set of templates and frameworks for developing and implementing a digital roadmap. Based on best practices from real-life examples, the book is a guidebook that provides a set of templates and frameworks for digital transformation practitioners in healthcare.

Unlock the future of democracy with "Electronic Voting," part of the "Political Science" series. As digital technologies transform our lives, understanding electronic voting is crucial for those invested in the integrity of electoral systems. This book offers insights into the mechanisms, challenges, and advancements of electronic voting systems globally. 1: Electronic Voting: Explore the foundational concepts and technological advancements shaping electronic voting. 2: Voting Machine: Examine different types of voting machines and their historical evolution. 3: Electronic Voting in India: Discuss India's pioneering electronic voting, successes, and implementation challenges. 4: Electronic Voting Machine: Understand the technical specs, functionalities, and security of electronic voting machines. 5: Vote Counting: Learn about various vote counting methods, focusing on the accuracy of electronic systems. 6: Voter-Verified Paper Audit Trail: Discover the importance of paper audit trails in ensuring voting integrity and transparency. 7: DRE Voting Machine: Delve into Direct Recording Electronic (DRE) machines, their design, and role in modern elections. 8: Electronic Voting in Estonia: Investigate Estonia's internet voting adoption, benefits, and security challenges. 9: End-to-End Auditable Voting Systems: Explore systems offering full transparency from voter intent to final tally. 10: Optical Scan Voting System: Analyze optical scan systems, blending traditional and digital methods for reliability. 11: Software Independence: Understand software independence and its role in safeguarding electronic voting. 12: Electronics Corporation of India Limited: Learn about this corporation's role in advancing electronic voting technology in India. 13: Electoral Reform in Florida: Examine Florida's electoral reforms and challenges of electronic voting post-2000 elections. 14: Electronic Voting by Country: Compare electronic voting implementations across countries, noting common themes and unique approaches. 15: Risk-Limiting Audit: Discover risk-limiting audits as a method to enhance election security and accuracy. 16: Ballot Marking Device: Delve into the benefits of ballot marking devices for voter accessibility and accuracy. 17: Election Audit: Understand the role of election audits in verifying electronic voting results. 18: Verified Voting Foundation: Learn about the Verified Voting Foundation's initiatives in promoting secure electronic voting. 19: Election Security: Explore the aspects of election security, addressing vulnerabilities and protections. 20: Electronic Voting in the United States: Analyze the adoption, challenges, and future prospects of electronic voting in the U.S. 21: DRE-i with Enhanced Privacy: Discover advancements in DRE-i machines enhancing voter privacy and security.