Public Policy Challenges of the 21st Century
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Approx. 12 hours to complete
Course Summary
This course provides an introduction to public policy and teaches students how to analyze, evaluate, and participate in the policymaking process.Key Learning Points
- Learn how to identify and analyze public policy issues
- Explore different approaches to public policy analysis
- Develop skills to participate in the policymaking process
Related Topics for further study
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the policymaking process and how to participate in it
- Develop skills to analyze and evaluate public policy issues
- Learn how to communicate policy analysis and recommendations effectively
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic knowledge of political science and government
- Interest in public policy and its impact on society
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Online
- Self-paced
- Video lectures
- Assignments
- Quizzes
Similar Courses
- Introduction to Public Administration
- Foundations of Global Health
- Environmental Policy and Planning
Related Education Paths
- Master of Public Administration
- Master of Public Policy
- Graduate Certificate in Public Policy Analysis
Notable People in This Field
- Robert Reich
- Ezra Klein
Related Books
Description
This course introduces class participants to the political significance and societal consequences of challenges facing U.S. and international policymakers. It is designed to help participants develop skills to analyze policy proposals and advocate for their preferred options for issues on the public policy agenda ahead. The class assumes basic knowledge about governing institutions and democratic processes, while recommending supplemental materials for further study to complement reading links provided. The course focuses on future policy challenges, while examining the broad historical context in which policies are adopted and implemented.
Outline
- Course Roadmap
- Public Policy Challenges in the 21st Century Introduction
- Student Introduction for the Course Roadmap
- Module by Module Overview of Topics in the Course
- The Approach of the Course
- There are few "right" Answers
- Syllabus
- Suggested Readings
- Public Policy Challenges in the 21st Century
- Student Introduction to the First Class Lecture Which Describes the Course
- Class Objective and Themes
- GT 2030 Planning Exercise
- Policy Change from Citizen Involvement
- Gerry Warburg Post-lecture Discussion
- Forecasting the Public Policy Challenges of 2030
- The Media and Changing Nature of Politics
- Student Introduction to Lecture with Dee Dee Myers
- Gerry Warburg Lecture Introduction to Dee Dee Myers
- Dee Dee Myers Career Path from Mondale to Clinton and Beyond
- Dee Dee Myers and the Evolution of Media in Politics
- Dee Dee Myers and the Political Environment Today
- Dee Dee Myers and Leadership Lessons Learned - Finding Common Ground, Listening and Creating Real Change
- Dee Dee Myers Answers UVa Student Questions
- Dee Dee Myers Continues to Answer UVa Student Questions
- Gerry Warburg and Dee Dee Myers Post Lecture Discussion
- Media and the Changing Nature of Politics
- Healthcare Systems and Insurance Markets
- Student Introduction to Healthcare Lecture with Eric Patashnik
- Gerry Warburg introduction to Eric Patashnik and the Importance of Healthcare Policy
- Eric Patashnik Discussing Imperfect Information and the Three Dilemmas of Medical Finance
- Eric Patashnik Discusses Different Types of Healthcare Markets
- Eric Patashnik Compares International Healthcare Responses to the United States
- Eric Patashnik Provides an Overview of the Affordable Care Act
- Eric Patashnik Answers UVa Student Questions
- Eric Patashnik Continues to Answer UVa Student Questions
- Gerry Warburg and Eric Patashnik Post Lecture Discussion
- Healthcare Policy Challenges
- Federalism and the Power of State Governors
- Student Introduction to Ray Scheppach Lecture on the Role of Govenors and States on Federalism
- Gerry Warburg Introduction to Ray Scheppach: Policy Making Institutions and the Power of Governors
- Ray Scheppach Discusses Govenors as Leaders
- Ray Scheppach Discusses Federal and State Relations
- Ray Scheppach Answers UVa Student Questions
- Gerry Warburg and Ray Scheppach Post Lecture Discussion
- Federalism and the Power of State Governors
- US-China Relations
- Student introduction to Harry Harding lecture on US-China Relations
- Gerry Warburg introduction to Harry Harding: Managing the US-China Relationship
- Harry Harding and the Importance of US-China Relations
- Harry Harding discusses the Cooperative Aspects of US-China Relations
- Harry Harding discusses the Competitive Aspects of US-China Relations
- Harry Harding discusses the Conflict Aspects of the US-China Relations
- Harry Harding summarizing the Competitive and Antagonistic Aspects of US-China Relations
- Harry Harding answers UVa Student Questions
- Gerry Warburg and Harry Harding Post Lecture Discussions
- US-China Relations
- Congress and Politics
- Student introduction to Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly
- Gerry Warburg introduction to Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly: US Factions
- Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly discuss Foreseeable Policy Issues in 21st Century
- Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly discuss Changing Face of War and Executive Power
- Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly on Agreement and Compromise
- Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly discuss Incentives in Congress
- Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly answer UVa student questions
- Tom Davis and Gerry Connolly contine to answer UVa student questions
- Congress and Politics
- War Powers
- Student introduction to Tim Kaine and War Powers
- Gerry Warburg introduction to Senator Tim Kaine and lecture on War Powers
- Tim Kaine on History and Problems of War Powers in the United States
- Tim Kaine discusses Repairing the War Powers Resolution
- Senator Tim Kaine answers UVa student questions
- Senator Tim Kaine continues to answer UVa student questions, part 2
- Senator Tim Kaine continues to answer UVa student questions, part 3
- Tim Kaine discusses Public Policy Challenges Ahead
- Gerry Warburg and Tim Kaine post lecture discussion
- War Powers
- Wrapping Up - Positive Change and Closing
- Student introduction to Gerry Warburg and Public Policy Challenges of the 21st Century
- Gerry Warburg : Reflection on Future Policy Issues
- Gerry Warburg on the Benefits of Dysfunction
- Gerry Warburg on Looking To Tomorrow
- Gerry Warburg on Vision and Duty
- Gerry Warburg summarizes the Seven Tools for Crafting Policy
- Gerry Warburg final wrap up on how the course went and what resonated with his students at UVa
- Afterword with Dean Allan Stam
- Positive Change and Closing
Summary of User Reviews
This course on public policy has received positive reviews from students. Many have appreciated the depth and breadth of the topics covered in the course.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
The course content is well-structured and informative.Pros from User Reviews
- Instructors are knowledgeable and engaging
- Course materials are thorough and well-organized
- Assignments help reinforce learning
- Real-life case studies are used to illustrate concepts
- Course provides a comprehensive overview of public policy
Cons from User Reviews
- Course may be too broad for some learners
- Some of the lectures can be dry and lengthy
- Course may be too basic for those with prior knowledge in public policy
- Assignments can be time-consuming
- No opportunity for interaction with other students
Professor Gerry Warburg
4.7 Raiting
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