By examining the role of evidence in social policymaking and the
extent of its influence, Evidence and Evaluation in Social Policy
delves deeply into one of the central questions of the field for the
last 20 years. Chronicles the trend towards evidence-based policy over
the last decade Assesses the ways in which scarce resources can best
be used for the best care, particularly in times of austerity
Describes methodological innovation, the ways in which researchers and
politicians are working together effectively, and suggestions for
future improvement Covers topics such as the role of randomized
controlled trials in shaping public policy; the pitfalls of
evidence-based policy as a prescriptive ideal; the challenges of
measuring public support for policy interventions; and the benefits of
engaging local government decision-makers with evaluation research
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ISBN
9781118816486
Publisert
2013
Utgave
1. utgave
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Vendor
Wiley Professional, Reference & Trade
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
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Digital bok
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