Integrating AI and Gamification into Online Public Consultation

• In Event: Innovating for Democracy: New Technologies, New Roles

Abstract

The problems facing democracy require structural reforms in how governments interact with their constituents. This paper argues for the development of a suite of online tools and interfaces for changing consultation and public advocacy with local governments, based on successful piecemeal developments in local, state, and small national governments across the globe. Enhancements from AI and special features drawing on the principles of game design should make these online processes more effective at recruiting public participants, deliberating, and influencing policymaking.

Author

• John Gastil, Pennsylvania State University