1st Edition
Learning From Comparative Public Policy A Practical Guide
By Richard Rose
Copyright 2005
160 Pages
by
Routledge
160 Pages
by
Routledge
160 Pages
by
Routledge
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This textbook offers a fresh approach to the study of comparative politics and public policy. Instead of concentrating on why countries differ, Learning From Comparative Public Policy explores how countries can learn from each other about the success and failure of policy initiatives. With its theory and practice focus, the lively narrative analyzes the cultural and resources problems involved... Read more
Introduction: Why Learn Lessons from Abroad? Part 1: Getting Started 1. Understanding Programmes and Lessons 2. Creating Awareness of Problems 3. Where to Look for Lessons Part 2: Venturing Home 4. Finding Out How a Programme Really Works 5. Turning Anecdotes into a Model Part 3: Returning Home 6. Drawing Lessons; Applying a Model 7. Should a Lesson Be Adopted? 8. Can a Lesson Be Applied? 9. Increasing Chances of Sucess 10. Looking Ahead
Biography
Professor Richard Rose is Director of the Centre for the Study of Public Policy at the University of Strathclyde. He is a fellow of the British Academy and of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. His writings have been translated into eighteen languages.
