Introducing students with the current state and challenges of the digitalisation of public services (e-government) in Croatia and globally. Understanding the fundamental characteristics of ICT usage in public services, particularly within the legal profession. Comprehending the advantages and disadvantages of the legal regulation of ICT use in the public administration of the Republic of Croatia. Practical use of specific online services and access to key databases. Course Content: 1. Introduction to the fundamental theoretical and practical aspects of using information and communication technology (ICT) in law and public administration. 2. State administration reform and the impact of ICT on changes within state and public administration. 3. Development of ICT usage in legal scholarship and practice, both globally and domestically. 4. Digitalisation of administration and public services: technical, technological, and legal prerequisites for establishing e-government in Croatia. 5. Status of existing public administration digitalisation projects in Croatia and comparative analysis as a driver for restructuring business processes in state administration and providing interactive online services. 6. Legal frameworks for e-government in Europe and Croatia. 7. Analysis of publicly available databases and services within e-government projects and their practical use.

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