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What are the stages in the public policy process?

  • Agenda Building, Formulation, Adoption, Implementation, Evaluation, Termination (correct)
  • Formulation, Adoption, Execution, Monitoring, Termination
  • Formulation, Adoption, Evaluation, Implementation, Terminology
  • Agenda Building, Strategy, Evaluation, Implementation, Termination

Which of the following best describes decision-making?

  • Choosing the best alternative among multiple options to reach objectives (correct)
  • The process of deciding without considering available alternatives
  • A random selection from available choices
  • Only choosing the option that appears easiest to implement

What is one characteristic of decision-making?

  • Is always made rapidly without thought
  • Requires evaluation of potential outcomes (correct)
  • Eliminates the influence of external factors
  • Always involves a single option

What characteristic of public policy indicates its aim to improve public welfare?

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What are heuristics in the context of decision-making?

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Which statement best defines the relationship of public policy to governmental actions?

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Which factor is NOT typically considered in the decision-making process?

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Which of the following are considered forms of public policy?

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Which of the following describes the levels of the decision-making process?

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What is the initiation stage in public policy called?

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How can public policy be classified based on the government's actions or inactions?

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What do policy demands primarily refer to?

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Which term refers to the end stage of the public policy process?

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What element of public policy focuses on the goals intended to be achieved?

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Which of the following is NOT included in the basic elements of public policy?

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The scope of public policy encompasses all of the following EXCEPT:

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What characterizes mega policies?

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What is a primary focus of meta policies?

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Which of the following are examples of functional policies?

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According to Niribe's classification, what does a transformative policy aim to achieve?

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What does a major policy typically provide?

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Which type of policies dictates the pace of more specific policies?

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How are functional policies primarily characterized?

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What is a key aspect of mega policies like privatisation and deregulation?

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What factor is crucial for a condition to be recognized as a problem by government officials?

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How can perceptions of a problem change over time?

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What is a key challenge in defining public problems such as crime or poverty?

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What change in perspective has occurred regarding family violence over time?

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What role does the definition of a problem play in the political process?

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What can result from the changes in how conditions are viewed as problems?

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What aspect of public problems may lead to uncertainties among policymakers?

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What might hinder the government's response to a condition defined as a problem?

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What is the primary purpose of public policy in society?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a feature of public policy?

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Why is it important to study public policy?

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What type of challenges do researchers face when studying public policy?

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Which field is NOT typically affected by public policy?

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How might public policy contribute to national development?

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What is a significant reason for the government to formulate public policies?

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In what way is public policy relevant to democracy?

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What is the main purpose of the policy agenda?

<p>To prioritize and consider specific demands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed the concept of agenda setting?

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What does the term 'non-decisions' refer to in the context of the policy agenda?

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Which of the following statements describes the rational approach to agenda setting?

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What type of groups are often more likely to have their issues addressed on the policy agenda?

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What does group competition in agenda setting typically involve?

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How can media attention impact the policy agenda?

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What is often a misconception about problem perception by decision-makers?

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Flashcards

Major Policies

Policies that outline broad frameworks and directions.

Functional Policies

Policies that focus on specific regulations and guidelines.

Mega Policy

Policies that provide a framework for other policies on a specific issue.

Meta Policy

Policies that focus on improving the process of policymaking.

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Transformative Policy

Policies aimed at drastically changing the current state of affairs.

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Restorative Policy

Policies designed to restore or repair a situation.

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General Policies

Policies that establish broad frameworks and guidelines.

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Radical Policies

Policies that are designed to change the status quo.

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What is Public Policy?

Public policy is the set of actions a government takes to address a problem or achieve a goal.

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Features of Public Policy: Stakeholders

Public policy typically involves multiple stakeholders, such as government agencies, citizens, and interest groups.

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Features of Public Policy: Public Impact

Public policy should address problems that affect a broad range of people or the entire society.

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Features of Public Policy: Formal Framework

Public policy is usually guided by legal frameworks, regulations, and government programs.

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Why Study Public Policy?

By studying public policy, we can understand how government decisions are made and their impact.

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Why Study Public Policy?: Citizen Engagement

Understanding public policy helps us contribute to the policy process by advocating for our views.

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Methodological Difficulties in Studying Public Policy

Public policy analysis involves complexities like identifying problems, collecting data, and assessing policy effectiveness.

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Methodological Difficulties: Research Challenges

Public policy research can be challenging due to limitations in data availability, biases, and other factors.

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Public policies are goal-oriented

Public policies are crafted and enacted to achieve specific objectives that aim to improve the well-being of the public.

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Public Policy is a collective action

Public policy represents the collective actions of government officials and actors, not just individual decisions.

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Public Policy takes many forms

Public policy encompasses various forms, including laws, ordinances, court decisions, executive orders, and other official decisions.

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Public Policy can be positive or negative

Public policy can be positive, involving active intervention to address a problem, or negative, where the government chooses to take no action.

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Policy Demands

Policy demands are requests or expectations for action from various actors in the political system, directed towards government officials.

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Policy Goals

Policy goals are the specific objectives that the policy aims to achieve.

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Scope of Public Policy

It refers to the process of how policy is made, implemented, and its consequences, including public demand, decision-making, and policy outcomes.

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Elements of Public Policy Scope

Policy statements, policy outputs (what is produced), and policy outcomes (the results) are all considered key elements of the scope of public policy, encompassing both basic elements and its broader implications.

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Decision-Making

The systematic process of selecting the best option from multiple alternatives to achieve a goal.

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Decision

A conscious choice made from two or more possibilities.

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Characteristics of Decision-Making

Features that define and differentiate decision-making.

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Types of Decisions

Categories of decisions based on their nature, importance, or frequency.

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Decision-Making Process

The structured approach of how people make selections, from identifying the problem to implementing the chosen solution.

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Levels of Decision-Making Process

The different levels at which decisions are made within an organization or system.

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Factors Affecting Decision-Making

Internal and external factors that influence the decision-making process, affecting choices and outcomes.

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Why Study Decision-Making

The study of decision-making to understand how people make choices and how to improve decision-making processes.

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Problem Definition

The process of defining a problem for governmental action involves recognizing it as a suitable topic, identifying a potential solution, and considering whether a solution is feasible.

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Government Action

A condition is seen as a problem only if it's considered appropriate for government action and a solution is deemed possible.

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Subjective Definition of Problems

Different individuals or groups may have varying definitions of a problem due to their interests and values.

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Dynamic Problem Definition

The way we define a problem can change over time as social values and conditions evolve.

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Political Problem Definition

The definition of a problem is often a political process, which helps shape appropriate solutions.

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Causation in Problem Definition

Understanding the root causes of a problem is crucial for finding effective solutions.

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Complex Public Problems

Some public problems, like crime and poverty, have complex and diverse causes, making their scope and nature difficult to define.

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Measurement and Policy

Imprecise measurement of problems can make it difficult to determine their magnitude and the effectiveness of solutions.

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Policy Agenda

The process by which issues and problems gain attention from policymakers, leading to their consideration for action. It's not simply about every demand being heeded, but rather a selection of problems that policymakers deem important.

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Agenda Setters

Groups or individuals who actively try to influence policy decisions by bringing their issues to the attention of policymakers.

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Non-decisions

The deliberate choice to disregard or avoid addressing certain issues, often because they are controversial or politically inconvenient.

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Rational Approach to Policymaking

A belief that all important problems are known and accurately defined by everyone involved, leading to objective decisions.

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Conflict in Policy Decision-Making

The reality that different groups have different perspectives on problems and their solutions, leading to conflicts and debate.

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Influence of Power in Agenda Setting

The potential for powerful groups, like corporations, to influence policy agendas more effectively due to their resources and long-term presence.

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Problem Definition in Policymaking

The process of defining a problem in a way that benefits a particular group or interests, influencing the solutions proposed.

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Group Competition for Agenda Setting

The competition among groups to have their issues recognized and prioritized on policy agendas.

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Title: Public Policy Analysis
  • Course Code: PAD 710
  • Course Writer: Dr David C. Nwogbo
  • Course Editor: Dr Philip Dahida
  • Course Coordinator: Dr David C. Nwogbo
  • Head of Department: Dr Yemisi I. Ogunlela
  • Publisher: NOUN Press
  • Year: 2018
  • ISBN: 978-058-348-5

Course Content

  • Introduction
  • Course Aims
  • Course Objectives
  • Working Through the Course
  • Course Materials
  • Study Units
    • Module 1: The Study of Public Policy
      • Basic Concepts in Public Policy
      • Why Study Public Policy
      • Nature and Scope of Public Policy
      • Policy-Making Process
      • Decision-Making Process
    • Module 2: Dynamics of Public Policy Process and Policy and Decision- Making Theories
      • Policy Formation, problems, Agenda and Formulation
      • Approaches to Public Policy Making
      • Dynamics of Public Policy Formulation, Implementation and Evaluation
      • Theories of Public Policy Making
      • Theories of Decision-making
    • Module 3: Public Policy Analysis
      • Public Policy Analysis
      • Planning and Public Policy Analysis
      • Budget and Public Policy
      • Techniques in Public Policy Analysis
      • Approaches in Policy Analysis
    • Module 4: Public Policy Process and the Environment
      • Bureaucracy and Public Policy Making
      • Determinants of Policy success or failure
      • Actors in Public Policy Process
      • The Public Policy Makers And Their Environment
      • Impact of the Environment on Policy Making and Implementation
  • Assignment Files
  • Presentation Schedule
  • Assessment
  • Tutor-Marked Assignment
  • Course Making Scheme

Working Through the Course

  • Each unit has specific objectives and self-assessment exercises.
  • Students should read the objectives before working each unit.
  • Objectives should be referred to during the study of each unit
  • Upon completion, refer to unit objectives afterward to ensure completion of objectives.

Course Materials

  • Course Guide
  • Study Units
  • References
  • Assignments
  • Presentation Schedule

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Test your knowledge on the stages and characteristics of the public policy process. This quiz covers essential concepts such as decision-making, classification of public policy, and their relationship to government actions. Perfect for students studying public administration and policy analysis.

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