Public administration

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/public-administration

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the key theoretical influences?Max Weber's theory of bureaucracy, scientific management, and New Public Management
2. What is the scope of practice?Encompasses local, regional, and national government administration, as well as international organizations
3. Why does public administration help our town?It keeps towns running smoothly by making sure parks are clean, schools are ready, and emergency help is ready when needed. It also helps make sure everyone gets a fair chance.
4. How do public administrators make sure everyone gets fair help?Public administrators use rules, budgets, and good teamwork to share resources fairly. They plan, hire smart workers, and check that money is spent wisely.

Public Policy: The systematic study of government action or inaction in response to societal problems.
Accountability: The obligation of public officials to answer for their actions and decisions to the public and their representatives.
E-Governance: The use of information and communication technologies to deliver government services and information to citizens.