This book provides an insight into the possibilities that so-called “Electronic Government” has to offer. It demonstrates the elements belonging to the concept of E-Government and acts as a point of reference for those aiming to implement it. Checklists and lists of questions enable self-assessment at local, state and federal levels, highlighting opportunities for further development. The book cannot be described as technical—programmers will not find any instructions. Instead, it is desig...

The translation of the original title, which was published in 2017, seemed necessary because it already presented key concepts that were repeatedly referred to in other publications (see: b-j-schmidt.net). These concepts are primarily symbiotic narcissism, antagonistic symbiotic narcissism, the narcissism trap as a possible cause of rigidity in personality disorders and destructiveness as a symptom of narcissism.

Universities and Engagement is a timely and insightful book that examines what universities can contribute to their communities and economies through lifelong learning, a topic which is of increasing importance to Higher Education Institutions across the world.The book will offer an answer to the question ‘What can be understood by University Lifelong Learning today?’ by collating the work of specialists from across Europe and beyond who have first-hand experience in the f...