ESPM 4242/5242 - Analysis of Environmental
and Natural Resources Policy
(3.0 cr [max 6.0 cr]; Prereq-[3241 or equiv],
[3261 or equiv]; A-F or Aud, fall, spring, every year)
This course introduces students to methods and processes
used to analyze environmental and natural resource policies
and programs. Its emphasis is on the practical application
of policy analysis to address contemporary natural resource
problems, recognizing the politically-charged environment
within which decisions over the use, management, and protection
of these resources occurs. Specific student learning objectives
of the course are to: 1) Develop an understanding of the role
and responsibilities of the policy scientist/ analyst in advancing
knowledge and practice in environmental and natural resource
decision-making. 2) Differentiate among methods used to synthesize
knowledge, forecast results, assess programs, and evaluate
outcomes of environmental and natural resource policies. 3)
Gain an appreciation for the politics of environmental and
natural resource policy analysis. 4) Be able to identify the
basic components of a policy analysis study.
Syllabus
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