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According to James E.Anderson, public policies cause ______ and pain, and collectively have important consequences for our well-being and happiness.
pleasure
According to Dye, 1984, public policy is whatever ______ choose to do or not to do.
governments
Policy papers aim to persuade a target audience that the position you are taking in your paper is the best one, based on a thorough discussion of all the ______ you've presented.
options
A policy paper is a ______ tool to provide a comprehensive and persuasive argument justifying the policy recommendations presented in the paper.
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A disciplined policymaker will make sure that this position is hinged on ______ or scientific evidence.
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A ______ Brief is a short document that any concerned individual prepare and present to decision-makers.
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A Policy Brief should have the following elements, including a ______ paragraph.
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A usual policy brief should be approximately ______ single-spaced pages.
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The ______ of the Policy Brief is the heart of the document, where recommendations are proposed.
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A Policy Brief must be ______, detailed, and persuasive.
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A policy brief presents a concise summary of information that can help readers understand, and likely make decisions about, government ______.
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A policy brief may give ______ summaries of relevant research, suggest possible policy options, or go even further and argue for particular courses of action.
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A policy analysis must have an ______, identification and explanation of the problem, viable options with corresponding evidence-based explanation and workable criteria in assessing/judging the same options.
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A policy brief is used to help an elected official serving on a committee that sets the ______ face shields must meet to pass a national government inspection.
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A policy brief must finish with a short but ______ conclusion.
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A policy brief typically begins with a detailed literature review of the problem at hand.
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A policy brief should present multiple policy options, but not make a clear recommendation.
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A policy brief should use technical jargon and complex language to demonstrate expertise.
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A policy analysis should only present one viable option for solving the problem.
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A policy brief should be written in a neutral tone, without taking a clear stance on the issue.
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A policy brief typically includes a bibliography section.
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A policy brief should include only a description of the problem and recommendations.
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A policy brief should adopt a neutral tone to avoid persuasion.
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The length of a policy brief is flexible and can vary greatly depending on the topic.
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A policy paper should prioritize emotional appeal over scientific evidence in its argument.
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A policy brief's conclusion should summarize all the recommendations.
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A policy brief should be approximately 10-15 single-spaced pages.
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A policy paper is a tool used to persuade a target audience to take a specific action.
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A policy brief should include a detailed analysis of the problem and its underlying causes.
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The purpose of a policy brief is to summarize the latest research findings in a particular field.
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Study Notes
Definition of Public Policy
- Public policy refers to whatever governments choose to do or not to do.
- According to James E. Anderson (1984), public policies have important consequences for our well-being and happiness.
- T. Birkland's definition of policy is a statement by the government of what it intends to do with a particular problem.
Policy Papers
- A policy paper is a decision-making tool that provides a comprehensive and persuasive argument justifying the policy recommendations presented.
- A policy paper aims to persuade a target audience that the position taken is the best one, based on a thorough discussion of all options.
- A well-researched and well-written policy paper is essential.
- A policy paper should have an introduction, identification and explanation of the problem, viable options with evidence-based explanation, and a recommendation that is persuasive enough to sway decision-makers.
Policy Brief
- A policy brief presents a concise summary of information to help readers understand and make decisions about government policies.
- A policy brief provides objective summaries of relevant research, suggests possible policy options, or argues for particular courses of action.
- A policy brief is a short document that provides information about a policy and proposes categorical and detailed recommendations to improve it.
- A policy brief should be informative, detailed, and persuasive, with enough details to assume that policy-makers do not have sufficient knowledge of the complex issue.
Organization of a Policy Brief
- A policy brief should have the following elements:
- Title
- Introductory paragraph
- Description of the problem
- Description of the policy
- Analysis of the policy in terms of its weakness and strengths
- Recommendations that you wish to propose and be adopted
- Conclusion (should be sharp and persuasive)
Length and Style of a Policy Brief
- A policy brief should be approximately 3-5 single-spaced pages.
- The writing style should be straightforward and concise, with no unnecessary information.
- The title and evidence used in the policy brief are also important.
What is a Policy Brief?
- A policy brief presents a concise summary of information to help readers understand and make decisions about government policies.
- It may give objective summaries of relevant research, suggest possible policy options, or argue for particular courses of action.
Importance of Policy Briefs
- Policy briefs provide informed decision-making tools for policymakers.
- They help policymakers make informed decisions by providing a comprehensive and persuasive argument justifying policy recommendations.
Elements of a Policy Brief
- Title
- Introductory paragraph
- Description of the problem
- Description of the policy
- Analysis of the policy in terms of its weaknesses and strengths
- Recommendations
- Conclusion (must be sharp and persuasive)
Characteristics of a Policy Brief
- Approximately 3-5 single-spaced pages
- Must address and discuss all points necessary to educate and persuade policymakers
- Writing style: straightforward and concise
- Evidence-based: backed-up by valid arguments and evidence
What is Public Policy?
- Whatever governments choose to do or not to do
- Policy making is essentially public, and the public is the source of political authority
Definition of Policy
- A statement by the government of what it intends to do with a particular problem
Policy Papers
- A decision-making tool to provide a comprehensive and persuasive argument justifying policy recommendations
- Aims to persuade a target audience that the position presented is the best one based on thorough discussion of all options
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of writing a policy, including the importance of evidence-based policy advice. Learn how to create effective policies that benefit society.
