Public Policy Unit Calendar

Governments will always play a huge part in solving big problems. They set public policy and are uniquely able to provide the resources to make sure solutions reach everyone who needs them. They also fund basic research, which is a crucial component of the innovation that improves life for everyone.

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Public Policy Calendar

Public Policy Essay Rubric

Public Policy Essay Rubric - 20 point Formative, Due April 14

Public Policy has a somewhat expansive definition. Our class defines public policy as government's attempt to support the common good of the people. This may come in the form of restrictions, supports, limitations, and opportunity. 

You have looked at a list of issues facing the United States today. Please complete a 2 page maximum, 1.5 spacing essay on one issue facing the United States today. Define and analyze if the United States government is doing a satisfactory job in address this issue. If the government is not doing a good job, what would you do to change the intervention? 

Rubric:

Defining public policy and your specific issue (Thesis Statement)...................................5 points

Defining the problem

 - Two crediable sources needed.

 - Annotation (direct quotes)

 -  Your analysis of the problem. Why is it a major issue?...............................................10 points

Defining the solution

 - Analysis of why the government's programs are working or not working......................5 points

Grammar, syntax, diction, and essay structure are graded.