Information Communication Technologies and the Virtual Public Sphere: Impacts of Network Structures on Civil Society

by Robert A. Cropf, William S. Krummenacher

Overview

As the global information communications technology revolution continues to reshape our public and private institutions, e-democracy should also continue to make significant strides across the world. Information Communication Technologies and the Virtual Public Sphere: Impacts of Network Structures on Civil Society demonstrates how the virtual public sphere uses information communications technology to empower ordinary citizens to engage in effective public discourse and provide the technological means to effect political change. Written with professionals, researchers of various disciplines and interested laypersons in mind, this text aims to help readers understand. the phenomenon of deliberative e-democracy that is occurring throughout the world.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781609601591
Publisher:	IGI Global
Publication date:	03/31/2011
Series:	Premier Reference Source
Pages:	352
Product dimensions:	8.60(w) x 11.10(h) x 1.00(d)