Theories of the Policy Process
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| Rating | : | 4.22 (830 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0813350522 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 416 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-04-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
An expanded introduction and revised conclusion fully examines and contextualizes the history, trajectories, and functions of public policy research. This well-regarded volume covers such enduring classics as Multiple Streams (Herweg et al.), Punctuated Equilibrium (Baumgartner et al.), Advocacy Coalition Framework (Jenkins-Smith et al.), Institutional Analysis and Development Framework (Schlager and Cox), and Policy Diffusion (Berry and Berry), as well as two newer theories-Policy Feedback (Mettler and SoRelle) and Narrative Policy Framework (Shanahan et al.).The fourth edition includes discussion of global and comparative perspectives in each theoretical chapter plus a brand-new chapter that explores how these theories have been adapted for, and employed in, non-American and non-Western contexts. Since its first publication in 1999, Theories of the Policy Process has been, and remains, the quintessential gateway to the field of policy process research for students, scholars, and practitioner
I have found this approach to significantly enhance and improve students' ability to understand the original texts the chapters are based upon."Alesha Doan, University of Kansas"This is without question the best book on the theories of the policy process. "Theories of the Policy Process simultaneously achieves two important goals: It engages policy process researchers in a discourse about the status and future direction of the field and provides students with a detailed overview of the leading policy process models, theories, and frameworks. It appeals as a research guide and as a course text."Saba Siddiki, Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis"Theories of the Policy Process is a unique resource that brings clarity to our collective understanding of the policy process. There are many policy textbooks out there, but none that engage with con
Christopher M. Weible is professor at the School of Public Affairs at the University of Colorado Denver. He is co-editor of Policy Debates in Hydraulic Fracking (2016).Paul A. Sabatier was political scientist and professor of environmental studies at the University of California, Davis.