| Online Collaborative Learning Contributor(s): Kamara, Kenday S. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1937570215 ISBN-13: 9781937570217 Publisher: Dignity Press OUR PRICE: $13.30 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Ngos (non-governmental Organizations) - Computers | Internet - General |
| Physical Information: 0.42" H x 5.5" W x 8.5" (0.51 lbs) 196 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Perhaps, never before in the history of humankind has there been a period of such expansive, social, cultural and institutional change on a global scale as there is today. In this book, the author provides a detailed view on how non-governmental organizations can use information technology, online collaboration, and a plethora of web-based services and tools to attain their goals more effectively. The book combines practical advice with background information about strategic challenges which NGOs face in pursuance of their mission. It introduces to digital cultures and technologies and describes how these can help to demonstrate accountability and transparency. The author's experience from development projects in many countries makes this book valuable for readers from both the global south and the global north. |