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Evolutionary Theory
Literature Review on Evolutionary Theory and Public Policy
In the Encyclopedia of Public Administration and Public Policy, [1] Steven A. Peterson offers the following summary about the topic of Evolutionary Theory and Public Policy: Evolutionary theory can inform policy discussion. This entry presents the logic of two models for understanding human behavior: the evolutionary model (EM) as opposed to the standard social science model (SSSM)and their implications for public policy. Three case studies are presented to illustrate the debate's implications.
Resources
Notes and References
- Entry about Evolutionary Theory and Public Policy in the Encyclopedia of Public Administration and Public Policy (2015, Routledge, Oxford, United Kingdom)
See Also
Further Reading
- Global Encyclopedia of Public Administration, Public Policy, and Governance (2018, Springer International Publishing, Germany)
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