Tag: The Eightfold Path
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QPAM: Problem Definition
Before a policy analysis can be performed, the underlying problem needs to be defined. Any problem definition is a function of what the author of the definition cares about and what they assume in terms of necessary relationships. Bardach suggested to be clear about what you care about and what you assume about the fact…
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Bardach’s Eightfold Path through Policy Analysis III
In the last post we focussed on the gathering evidence and in this post we will discuss possible alternatives. Here are links to the articles of the different parts of the book: Introduction Step I: Define the problem Step II: Assemble some evidence Step Three: Construct the alternatives The word alternative lamentably is used with…
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Bardach’s Eightfold Path through Policy Analysis II
In the last post we focused on the problem definition and in this post we will discuss underlying evidence. Here are links to the articles of the different parts of the book: Introduction Step I: Define the problem Step Two: Assemble some evidence Bardach boils policy analysis down to two major activities: thinking and data…
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Bardach’s Eightfold Path through Policy Analysis I
In the introductory post about Bardach’s work we discussed the overall context and content. In this post we will focus on the details of the first step of his guidelines. The other steps will be posted soon. Step One: Define the problem The most crucial step as it direct any further endeavours. Bardarch recommends to…
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Policy Analysis according to Bardach – Introduction
Bardach’s A Practical Guide for Policy Analysis (Fourth Edition, 2012) is an introductory work into policy analysis proposing an 8-step approach to policy analysis termed The Eightfold Path. It is directed at Master’s students with basic knowledge of economy. Bardach focuses on the changes in policy analysis from a formal report to an interactive undertaking accompanying…