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Basic Method ofPolicy Analysisand PlanningPatton|Swicki|Clark

A PracticalGuide forPolicy AnalysisEugene Bradach

Dr. G.

PolicyAnalysis(Last half of the

semester)

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Overview

Using the evidence in the policy

Selecting and analyzing alternative

Making recommendations

Monitoring and evaluating implementedpolicies, projects and programs.

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Applying Evidence to Policy

Evidence is established to show effectiveness

it works

Evidence show the need for policy action

it solves a problem

Evidence guide effective implementation

it can be done

Evidence show cost effectiveness

it is feasible and may even save money

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Evidence-Based Policy Approach

(EBT)

EBT approach draws on careful data collection,

experimentation, and both quantitative (data in numerical)

and qualitative (nonnumercial observations) analysis.

3 key domains of EBT

Process; to understand approaches to enhance the likelihood ofpolicy adoption;

Content; to identify specific policy elements that are likely tobe effective; and,

Outcomes; to document the potential impact of policy.

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Constructing Alternative(chapter 6)

Alternative is sought because client has perceived that aproblem exists and alternative policy can fix the problem.

Generate enough alternative so there will be a choiceamong several good ones to solve the problem.

According to Osborne, quantity breeds quality in creativeeffort (Pg 217).

Brightman believes that some alternatives are waiting tobe found while other must be designed. (Pg, 219)

Choose the alternative leads to best outcome to fix theproblem.

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Searching for Alternatives(Chapter 6)

Where does the analyst obtain alternative?

Researched analysis and experimentation

Quick surveys

Literature review

Comparison of real-world experiences.

Passive collection and classification

Development of typologies

Analogy, metaphor and synectics

Brainstorming

Comparison with an ideal

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Making a Recommendation(Chapter 8)

You are ready to tell your story to your audience/client.

Organize the report and give your client a road map.

Let the client know what will be in the report.

Break it into understandable pieces.

Summarize; problem definition; evaluation criteria; alternatives;analysis and comparison; and, conclusion

use heading & underlining. Dont bury recommendations

Number them and get them on the front page; highlight the key pointsand the policy implications.

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Evaluating Alternative

Ex-Ante Evaluation is analysis of policies,

programs and projects before they are undertaken. Ex-Post Evaluation is evaluation after the policies,

programs and projects are implemented.

Monitoring and evaluation are essential steps to see

that the correct alternative is implemented and todetermine whether it is having the desired impact.

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References

Bardach, E. (2005). A practical guide for policy analysis: The eightfold path to moreeffective problem solving. Washington, D.C.: CQ Press.

Bowen, S., & Zwi, A. B. (2005). Pathways to Evidence-Informed Policy and Practice: AFramework for Action. PLoS Medicine, 2(7), E166. doi: 10.1371/journal.pmed.0020166

Brownson, R. C., Chriqui, J. F., & Stamatakis, K. A. (2009). Understanding Evidence-BasedPublic Health Policy. American Journal of Public Health, 99(9), 1576-1583. doi:10.2105/AJPH.2008.156224

Patton, C., Sawicki, D., & Clark, J. (2012). Establishing Evaluation Criteria. In BasicMethods of Policy Analysis and Planning (3rd ed.). Pearson.

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Prepared by

Ambreen Riaz

PAD 739

Spring2013