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Why is APP developing science policy curriculum?

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TOPIC:  HOW IS SCIENCE POLICY MADE?

There are many mechanisms involved in making policy as it relates to research and development.

Questions to consider 

  • What are the different mechanisms for making science policy?
  • Which ones are most effective? Least effective?
  • How do ideas on science policy issues emerge?

Resources

  • Neal, H.A., T. Smith, J. McCormick, 2008: Beyond Sputnik: U.S. Science Policy in the Twenty-First Century, University of Michigan Press. (Chapter 4)
  • Kingdon, John A., Agendas, Alternatives, and Public Policies, Second Edition, Addison-Wesley Educational Publishers, 1995. (Chapters 4-7)

 

NOTE: While we are developing a more comprehensive curriculum, we welcome any comments or suggestions you may have, including references and topics.
 

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