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Goodin is Professor of Philosophy and Social and Political Theory at the Australian National University, recognized for his contributions to political theory and public policy.
Known for: The Oxford Handbook of Public Policy
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The Oxford Handbook of Public Policy
The Oxford Handbook of Public Policy provides an authoritative and comprehensive overview of the field of public policy. It brings together leading scholars to examine the theoretical foundations, key concepts, and practical applications of policy analysis and governance. The volume explores the processes of policy-making, implementation, and evaluation across different political systems, offering insights into how public policy shapes and is shaped by political, economic, and social forces.
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Historical Foundations
The study of public policy did not emerge fully formed. Its roots run deep into political philosophy, economics, and sociology. In the postwar decades, scholars began to realize that traditional political theory—concerned largely with constitutions and elections—was insufficient for understanding mo...
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Theoretical Frameworks
Theory is not an ornament to policy analysis—it is the lens through which we interpret complexity. The Handbook presents several major frameworks, each offering distinct insights. Rational choice theory starts from the assumption that actors seek to maximize utility under constraints. It lends preci...
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About Robert E. Goodin
Goodin is Professor of Philosophy and Social and Political Theory at the Australian National University, recognized for his contributions to political theory and public policy.
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