Policy Analysis as Problem Solving: A Flexible and Evidence-Based Framework

Policy Analysis as Problem Solving: A Flexible and Evidence-Based Framework
ISBN-10
1138630160
ISBN-13
9781138630161
Category
Policy sciences
Pages
322
Language
English
Published
2018-12-04
Publisher
Routledge
Authors
Rachel Meltzer, Alex Schwartz

Description

Drawing extensively from real-life cases, Policy Analysis as Problem Solving helps students develop the analytic skills necessary to advise government officials and nonprofit executives on a wide range of policy issues. Unlike other texts, Policy Analysis as Problem Solving employs a pragmatic, heterodox approach to the field. Whereas most texts on policy analysis are anchored in microeconomics, emphasizing economic efficiency, this book takes a broader view, using realistic examples to illustrate the full scope of policy analysis. The book provides succinct but thorough discussions of the key elements of the policy-analytic process, including problem definition, objectives and criteria, development of alternative policy options, and analysis of these alternatives. The text's practical approach and extensive downloadable resources-which include interviews, case studies, and further readings-will be of enormous benefit to both students and instructors of policy analysis.

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