: Act as the decision-maker to check if your own analysis actually convinces you of a specific course of action.
🎯 : The path is iterative . You will often return to earlier steps—like redefining the problem—as you gather new evidence or encounter trade-offs. Core Strategies Practical Guide for Policy Analysis: The Eightf...
: Identify the core issue in evaluative terms (e.g., "too many," "too few") rather than just describing a condition. : Act as the decision-maker to check if
: Identify potential policy options or courses of action to solve or mitigate the problem. Practical Guide for Policy Analysis: The Eightf...
: Weigh the pros and cons of each option, especially when one does not clearly dominate the others.
: Present your findings and recommendations clearly to your target audience.
: Estimate the likely future impacts—both intended and unintended—for each alternative.