Assignment task:
Objective: Can you delve into the concept of "Public network governance" and analyze the evolving roles of public managers in comparison to the traditional concept of public administration? Additionally, can you examine a public organization's partnerships with other entities to gain insights into practical applications?
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (can you pick this organization)
Instructions: Please respond in APA or Chicago writing style.
Questions to Address: (3 paragraphs each for each bullet please)
1. Public Network Governance:
- Define the term "public network governance" based on your readings and research. Can you give five different definitions from people who say what they think the definition should be, ? Which one do you agree with the most?
- Explore the implications of network governance on the functioning of public organizations.
2. Comparing Traditional and Evolving Roles:
- Compare and contrast the traditional concept of public administration with the roles of contemporary public managers.
- Examine the perspectives and responsibilities of administrators in both traditional and modern contexts.
3. Analyzing Partnerships:
- Identify a public organization for analysis.
- Describe various partnerships that this organization has established with external entities (e.g., other government agencies, NGOs, private sector partners).