Assessment 4: ICT4D Applications in Core Sectors of Development Assessment 4: IC

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Assessment 4: ICT4D Applications in Core Sectors of Development
Assessment 4: IC

Assessment 4: ICT4D Applications in Core Sectors of Development
Assessment 4: ICT4D Applications in Core Sectors of Development
ICT4D in e-Government
TOTAL: 45 Lesson 3 is relevant to assist you in this section. You will need to further search the internet to provide a discussion on e-government solutions in your country.
In not more than 700 words (excluding references), discuss how Government is using technology to support development and public service delivery. In your discussion, you must include the following:
1. Introduction [5]
# choose a specific government department/ public utility
# background information on the chosen government department / public utility
# briefly discuss what level they are operating e.g. national, provincial, state, county, district or local government (is their solution available at all provinces, certain municipalities etc.)
2. Body [18]
# Identify (1) and describe the type of ICTs (3) used by that government department / public utility e.g. website, government mobile apps etc. and paste the link or social media handle [1]
# explain how your chosen government department/public utility uses technology to offer their services to the public [5]
# discuss at least two benefits for the department for using this ICT platform in providing services [4]
# discuss at least two benefits for the public in using this ICT platform to receive services. [4]
3. Conclusion [5]
# conclude by sharing your general view or thought about the use of technology by government for development.
5. Reference the site(s) you have used. Apply APA referencing style (go to Lesson 0 for further assistance). [2]
6. Structure your work following the headings below: [5]
1. Introduction
2. Body
Sub-heading 1 (Identify and describe the type of ICTs and paste the link)
Sub-heading 2 (Explain how)
Sub-heading 3 (Discuss benefits for the department)
Sub-heading 4 (Discuss benefit for the public)
3. Conclusion
References (APA reference style)

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