Using a multi-paradigmatic perspective to understand, analyze, evaluate, and apply public policy practice, this text outlines the different frameworks of policy analysis and how readers can use research and critical thinking skills to understand the different models from their formation and development to implementation. Like the authors other books with Wiley, which are complementary to this one, this book includes chapter discussion guides, exercises, and cases interwoven throughout to aid in readers' understanding and application of the material covered.
Analyzing Social Policy: Multiple Perspectives for Critically Understanding and Evaluating Policy