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Callahan, Kathe

 
9780849370960: Elements of Effective Governance: Measurement, Accountability and Participation
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ISBN 10 : 0849370965 ISBN 13 : 9780849370960
Editeur : Auerbach, 2006

Synopsis

Elements of Effective Governance: Measurement, Accountability and Participation is one of the first books to explore the relationship between accountability, government performance, and public participation. It discusses two main assumptions: greater accountability leads to better performance; and the more the public is involved in the measurement of government performance, the more they can hold government accountable for its performance.

Presenting an introduction to each topic, this book provides a thorough understanding of theories, concepts, and practices. The beginning sections explore the basics of performance measurement, look at public sector accountability, and examine the rationale for and against direct citizen participation. The later sections provide an integrated discussion of performance measurement, accountability, and citizen participation and demonstrate how the strategic alignment of these critical concepts can lead to more effective governance. The final section incorporates in-depth case studies of a variety of efforts to implement performance measurement, hold individuals and organizations accountable for results, and involve the public in the deliberative process.

Through theoretical and practical discussions, this book highlights the importance of, as well as the challenges associated with, government performance, accountability, and citizen participation. By combining these components under one cover, this book demonstrates the importance of their mutually reinforcing relationships. This volume provides the tools needed to design and develop strategies to improve government performance and demonstrate accountability. It provides a balanced perspective with its rational discussion of performance measurement and its skeptical assessment of the relationship between performance improvement and the demands for greater accountability.

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Kathe Callahan

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Éditeur
Auerbach
Date d'édition
2006
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0849370965
ISBN 13 
9780849370960
Reliure
Relié
Numéro d'édition
1
Nombre de pages
360
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
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