Reference no: EM13974005
Public policy process
For the assignment, you are asked to prepare an essay that outlines a public policy process in your local government or state. Specifically, select a policy initiative focused on education or healthcare and prepare an essay that includes the following:
- Describe the causes of the policy.
- Describe the policy and the rationale being used to advance that policy.
- Explain the effect(s) of the proposed policy.
- Identify an example of an alternative or option that is (or could be considered).
- Identify and discuss the methods that will (or could) be used to measure the policy outcomes. Identify the measurement issues, if applicable.
- Discuss the possible impact the policy could have on the future of policymaking in your local government or state.
Your essay must:
- be a minimum of 500 words;
- follow APA style;
- utilize a minimum of two sources other than the textbook to support your research and assertions; and
- The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.
Text book:
Weimer, D. L., & Vining, A. R. (2011). Policy analysis: Concepts and practice (5th ed.). New York, NY: Longman.
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