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"Public Policy Skills in Action: A Pragmatic Introduction" by Bill Coplin is a practical guide for those interested in political science and public policy. Published in 2017 by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, this hardcover book offers a comprehensive approach to understanding and engaging with public policy. With a focus on social services and welfare, this 180-page book is illustrated and written in English to provide a clear and informative read for anyone looking to enhance their public policy skills.

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PublisherRowman & Littlefield Publishers, Incorporated

ISBN-101538100193

ISBN-139781538100196

eBay Product ID (ePID)234233732

Product Key Features

Book TitlePublic Policy Skills in Action : a Pragmatic Introduction

Number of Pages180 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year2017

TopicGeneral, Public Policy / Social Services & Welfare

IllustratorYes

GenrePolitical Science

AuthorBill Coplin

FormatHardcover

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Item Height0.6 in

Item Weight15.6 Oz

Item Length9 in

Item Width6 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceYoung Adult Audience

LCCN2017-006094

Reviews"This book is a guide to policy research (internet, surveys, and interviews) and applied analysis. Coplin (Syracuse Univ.) and his colleagues have successfully used the material in numerous undergraduate and high school early-start courses. The early chapters and a chapter on becoming a change agent are directed toward younger students. However, the book contains helpful techniques that will interest upper-division and graduate students. For example, the chapter on cost-benefit analysis includes practical advice on how to weigh different factors. A chapter on benchmarking provides recommendations on the importance of measuring success and step-by-step instructions. An engaging technique, called the Prince System after Machiavelli's classic political treatise, is offered as well. Students score each policy actor on policy support, political power, and policy priorities. Policy formulation and coalition building strategies are provided to improve the political feasibility of proposals. Key concepts and learning goals are provided at the beginning of each chapter. Case study examples relevant to a college student audience are included throughout the book. Additional materials and exercises are available online. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty." -- Choice Reviews ""Bill Coplin again shows how he remains one of the most brilliant, innovative educators in all of academia. Building on his earlier work, this is a practical primer on how to do public policy analysis - sophisticated enough for seasoned professionals to use yet accessible to high school and college students alike and, indeed, anyone wishing to improve their citizenship skills. From identifying policy problems to solving them, this manual is filled with insights on how politics works and how to become an effective political actor."" --J. Martin Rochester, University of Missouri-St. Louis ""This book demonstrates the power of practical instruction."" --Charles W. Kegley Jr., University of South Carolina "I have talked with hundreds of alumni who value the transformational education Bill Coplin has provided them. This book has been key to that impact. It will have the same effect for anyone teaching or learning in courses where theory meets action." --Kent D. Syverud, Chancellor and President, Syracuse University ""This book makes public policy come alive! for students."" --Patrick Gallagher, Nassau Community College, Bill Coplin again shows how he remains one of the most brilliant, innovative educators in all of academia. Building on his earlier work, this is a practical primer on how to do public policy analysis - sophisticated enough for seasoned professionals to use yet accessible to high school and college students alike and, indeed, anyone wishing to improve their citizenship skills. From identifying policy problems to solving them, this manual is filled with insights on how politics works and how to become an effective political actor., This book is a guide to policy research (internet, surveys, and interviews) and applied analysis. Coplin (Syracuse Univ.) and his colleagues have successfully used the material in numerous undergraduate and high school early-start courses. The early chapters and a chapter on becoming a change agent are directed toward younger students. However, the book contains helpful techniques that will interest upper-division and graduate students. For example, the chapter on cost-benefit analysis includes practical advice on how to weigh different factors. A chapter on benchmarking provides recommendations on the importance of measuring success and step-by-step instructions. An engaging technique, called the Prince System after Machiavelli's classic political treatise, is offered as well. Students score each policy actor on policy support, political power, and policy priorities. Policy formulation and coalition building strategies are provided to improve the political feasibility of proposals. Key concepts and learning goals are provided at the beginning of each chapter. Case study examples relevant to a college student audience are included throughout the book. Additional materials and exercises are available online. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty., I have talked with hundreds of alumni who value the transformational education Bill Coplin has provided them. This book has been key to that impact. It will have the same effect for anyone teaching or learning in courses where theory meets action., This book is a guide to policy research (internet, surveys, and interviews) and applied analysis. Coplin (Syracuse Univ.) and his colleagues have successfully used the material in numerous undergraduate and high school early-start courses. The early chapters and a chapter on becoming a change agent are directed toward younger students. However, the book contains helpful techniques that will interest upper-division and graduate students. For example, the chapter on cost-benefit analysis includes practical advice on how to weigh different factors. A chapter on benchmarking provides recommendations on the importance of measuring success and step-by-step instructions. An engaging technique, called the Prince System after Machiavelli's classic political treatise, is offered as well. Students score each policy actor on policy support, political power, and policy priorities. Policy formulation and coalition building strategies are provided to improve the political feasibility of proposals. Key concepts and learning goals are provided at the beginning of each chapter. Case study examples relevant to a collgoals are provided at the beginning of each chapter. Case study examples relevant to a college student audience are included throughout the book. Additional materials and exercises are available online. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty.goals are provided at the beginning of each chapter. Case study examples relevant to a college student audience are included throughout the book. Additional materials and exercises are available online. Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty., I have talked with hundreds of alumni who value the transformational education Bill Coplin has provided them. This book has been key to that impact. It will have the same effect for anyone teaching or learning in courses where theory meets action., This book is a guide to policy research (internet, surveys, and interviews) and applied analysis. Coplin (Syracuse Univ.) and his colleagues have successfully used the material in numerous undergraduate and high school early-start courses. The early chapters and a chapter on becoming a change agent are directed toward younger students. However, the book contains helpful techniques that will interest upper-division and graduate students. For example, the chapter on cost-benefit analysis includes practical advice on how to weigh different factors. A chapter on benchmarking provides recommendations on the importance of measuring success and step-by-step instructions. An engaging technique, called the Prince System after Machiavelli's classic political treatise, is offered as well. Students score each policy actor on policy support, political power, and policy priorities. Policy formulation and coalition building strategies are provided to improve the political feasibility of proposals. Key concepts and learning goals are provided at the beginning of each chapter. Case study examples relevant to a college student audience are included throughout the book. Additional materials and exercises are available online.Summing Up: Recommended. Lower-division undergraduates through faculty.

Dewey Edition23

Grade FromEighth Grade

Dewey Decimal320.6

Grade ToCollege Graduate Student

Table Of ContentAcknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Three Essential Components for Public Policy Analysis and Action Chapter 2: Getting Information from Published Sources Chapter 3: Gathering Information from Players and Experts Chapter 4: Surveying Stakeholders Chapter 5: Analyzing Societal Problems Chapter 6: Formulating a Public Policy Chapter 7: Examining the Benefits and Costs of a Policy Chapter 8: Benchmarking Public Policy Chapter 9: Forecasting Implementation with the Prince System Chapter 10: Developing Political Strategies Chapter 11: Preparing a Policy Memo Chapter 12: Preparing a Policy Briefing Paper Chapter 13: Change Agent Exercises Chapter 14: Types of Public Policy Analysis Index About the Author

SynopsisIn this completely revised edition, Bill Coplin continues to prepare the next generation of leaders to bring their hearts and minds to solving the many problems that we face in the twenty-first century. The book teaches students the essential components for public policy analysis; how to get information from published sources and individuals; how to survey stakeholders; formulate public policy; examine costs and benefits of a policy; develop political strategies; write a briefing paper; among other skills., In this completely revised edition, Bill Coplin continues to prepare high school students to bring their hearts and minds to solving the many problems that we face in the twenty-first century.

LC Classification NumberH97