1st Edition
Field Experiments in Political Science and Public Policy Practical Lessons in Design and Delivery
Chapter One: Experimentation in the Field: Opportunities and Constraints
Chapter Two: Essential Steps for the Design of Field Experiments
Chapter Three: Implementing Field Experiments
Chapter Four: A Brief History of Field Experimentation
Chapter Five: Experiments on Voting and Political Participation
Chapter Six: Experiments on Elites
Chapter Seven: Experiments in Welfare and Employment
Chapter Eight: Nudging Citizens
Chapter Nine: Field Experiments in Developing Countries
Chapter Ten: Conclusion
Biography
Peter John is Professor of Political Science and Public Policy in the Department of Political Science, University College London. He is an expert in the study of public policy, and has pioneered the use of experiments in the study of civic participation in the UK.
'In this lively and accessible book, Peter John has shared with readers a wealth of practical guidance that comes from years and years of field experimentation in political science and public policy. Every researcher should heed its advice before venturing into the field.' - Donald P. Green, Columbia University, USA
'Experiments are revolutionizing what we think we know about many aspects of politics. This volume contributes nicely to this body of work by extending the focus to critical questions of public policy. This is a timely and important book.' - Costas Panagopoulos, Fordham University, USA
