Writing Public Policy: A Practical Guide to Communicating in the Policy Making Process, 3rd Edition

Smith, Catherine F.

ISBN 10: 0199933928 / ISBN 13: 9780199933921

Published by Oxford University Press (edition 3rd), 2012

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Writing Public Policy: A Practical Guide to Communicating in the Policy Making Process, 3rd Edition
• Publisher: Oxford University Press (edition 3rd)
• Publication Date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0199933928
• ISBN 13: 9780199933921
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 3rd.
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

This book presents a general method for planning, producing, and assessing communications in a variety of real-life contexts and situations of public policy work. It explains the standards and functions of communication in policy making. It teaches the use of selected public policy communication genres and illustrates their practical use. In includes numerous, varied writing samples. It is a particularly useful writing guide for students preparing for careers in public administration, politics, government, law, public relations, nonprofit organization advocacy, journalism, public health, or any profession engaged in public process or concerned with public affairs.

About the Author

Catherine F. Smith teaches undergraduate and graduate students of writing, rhetoric, communication, public policy, public administration, political science, sociology, geography, and interdisciplinary programs to communicate in policy-making at local state, and national levels. As a consultant to government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and for-profit businesses, she has trained executives and professionals to communicate as witnesses in public hearings.