2009 Fall PUBPOL 114-001
Bulletin Course Description Analysis of the political and organizational processes which influence the formulation and implementation of public policy. Alternative models. Instructor: Goss, Hamilton, Jentleson, or Krishna
(Instructor named in bulletin description above may not be current. For current instructor, see listing below.)
Title POL ANALY PUB POL MAKING Department PUBPOL Course Number 2009 Fall 114 Section Number 001 Primary Instructor Rogerson,Kenneth S Prerequisites
Synopsis of course content
Course focuses on the political processes, institutions and key actors involved in the making of public policy. Our principal focus is on American public policy, both domestic and foreign. We will examine major theories, models and concepts about politics and public policy as well as instructive cases. Emphasis will be on developing the conceptual understanding, analytic frameworks, substantive knowledge, and research and writing skills necessary to perform political analysis. Students will be expected to apply knowledge to real world policy decision making.
Textbooks
James Anderson, "Public Policymaking," Sixth Edition
The Annenberg Democracy Project, "A Republic Divided"
Jason DeParle, "American Dream: Three Women, Ten Kids, and a Nation's Drive to End Welfare"
Assignments
Up to 4 Policy memos
Exams
Midterm exam and a final exam
Grade to be based on
Papers, participation, section assignments, final
