Introduction to Module 3

PAF101 PAF 101 “For every complex problem, there is a simple solution that is elegant, easy to understand, and wrong.” ~H.L. Mencken Module 3, Lecture 1

Basic Diagram Basic Diagram Players Public Policy Societal Problems AB C Chapter 5 Chapter 6 Module 5 Module 4

OVERVIEW OF Take out your printout and turn to Exercise 5.1 to follow along as I give an overview of

Problem Solving Framework 1.Describe the societal problem (Ex. 5.1) 2.Evidence of the Problem (Ex. 5.2) 3.Causes (Ex. 5.3) 4.Existing Public Policy (Ex. 5.4) 5.Role of Private and Non-Profit Sectors (Ex. 5.5) 6.Identify Policy Alternatives (Ex. 6.2) 7.Select Policy Alternatives on Basis of Effectiveness and Feasibility (Ex. 6.3) Module 4: Examines Effectiveness Module 5: Examines Political Feasibility

PAF 101 Students Don’t Learn Enough StepsExample Evidence Causes Public Policy Role of Non-Profits Roles of Private Sector Policy Alternatives Effectiveness and Feasibility I say so Lazy students My books and papers Fraternities Bars Increase workload, use tests, get rid of professor First is most feasible so I’ll take it

Spine of the Module Three Paper 5.1a Define the societal problem 5.2 Provide 3 Pieces of Evidence one must be a trend line on citation of player or expert (MOST POINTS ARE LOST ON 5.2) 6.3 Policy to deal with the problem

Avoid Mod 3 Paper Confusion CONFUSION OVER: Consequences of the Problem 5.1B Evidence of the Problem 5.2 Causes of the Problem 5.3 CONFUSION OVER: Effectiveness Versus Feasibility 6.3

Effectiveness If the policy is implemented as envisioned, will it ameliorate the societal problem? Feasibility Will those who have the power make the decision and allocate the resources necessary to implement the policy? Effectiveness and Feasibility

Arguing for the Best of the Three Compare each policy with respect to effectiveness and feasibility and then select the relative best one.