Policymodels provide the framework for moving policy forward. However, not all policy models will be effective for all priorities. Therefore, it is important to appraise policy models with the specific advocacy priority in mind.
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For this Assignment, you will choose from three policymaking frameworks, the one that best fits your advocacy priority. You will construct a written response, with evidence, explaining the selected framework, providing specific detail regarding how it is the best fit and will move the priority forward.
TO PREPARE
- Review the twelve policy models outlined in Health Policy: Applications for Nurses and Other Health Professionals (Chapter 9, pp. 119-125)
- Review the exemplar examples in the Week 4 Learning Resources.
- Consider which of the three models might best fit your priority determined in Week 2.
- Advocacy Coalition Framework (ACF)
- Kingdon’s Multiple Streams Framework (KSF)
- Narrative Policy Framework (NPF)
- You are encouraged to search the literature for examples of how the selected policymaking model has been used in the past.
THE ASSIGNMENT: (2 PAGES)
Submit a 2-page written response detailing your selection of one policymaking framework that best supports your priority—particularly, getting your priority on the agenda.
In your response, explain why the framework best describes how you might proceed in effectively moving your advocacy priority forward in the policymaking process.
Support your response with evidence.
Example Exemplars
- Advocacy Coalition Framework (ACF) (Word document)Download Advocacy Coalition Framework (ACF) (Word document)
- Kingdon’s Multiple Streams Framework (KSF) (Word document)Download Kingdon’s Multiple Streams Framework (KSF) (Word document)
- Narrative Policy Framework (NPF) (Word document)
Rubric
Week4_Assignment_Rubric
| Week4_Assignment_Rubric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSelect one policy model that best fits your priority, particularly getting your priority on the agenda. | 40 to >35.0 ptsExcellentThe response comprehensively and clearly explains the policy model selected. … The response clearly indicates how the policy model will get the priority on the agenda.35 to >31.0 ptsGoodThe response clearly explains the policy model selected. … The response indicates how the policy model will get the priority on the agenda.31 to >27.0 ptsFairThe response vaguely explains the policy model selected. … The response vaguely indicates how the policy model will get the priority on the agenda.27 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes inaccurate and vague examples that do not explain the policy model selected, or it is missing. … The response inaccurately or vaguely indicates how the policy model will get the priority on the agenda, or it is missing. | 40 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupport the selection of the policy model and explain how the model will help move the advocacy priority forward. | 45 to >40.0 ptsExcellentThe response comprehensively and clearly supports the policy model selected. … The response is persuasive and includes relevant, specific, and appropriate examples that fully support the selection.40 to >35.0 ptsGoodThe response clearly supports the policy model selected. … The response includes relevant, specific, and accurate examples that support the selection.35 to >31.0 ptsFairThe response inaccurately or vaguely supports the policy model selected. … The response includes inaccurate and irrelevant examples that may support the selection.31 to >0 ptsPoorThe response includes inaccurate and vague examples that do not support the policy model selected, or it is missing. … The response includes inaccurate and vague examples that do not support reflection, or it is selection. | 45 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—Paragraph Development and Organization: Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction is provided which delineates all required criteria. | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity. … A clear and comprehensive purpose statement, introduction, and conclusion is provided which delineates all required criteria.4 to >3.5 ptsGoodParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 80% of the time. … Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is stated, yet is brief and not descriptive.3.5 to >3.0 ptsFairParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity 60%–79% of the time. … Purpose, introduction, and conclusion of the assignment is vague or off topic.3 to >0 ptsPoorParagraphs and sentences follow writing standards for flow, continuity, and clarity < 60% of the time. … No purpose statement, introduction, or conclusion was provided. | 5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting—English writing standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation with no errors.4 to >3.5 ptsGoodContains a few (1 or 2) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.3.5 to >3.0 ptsFairContains several (3 or 4) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors.3 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors that interfere with the reader’s understanding. | 5 pts |
| This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWritten Expression and Formatting: The paper follows correct APA format for title page, headings, font, spacing, margins, indentations, page numbers, parenthetical/in-text citations, and reference list. | 5 to >4.0 ptsExcellentUses correct APA format with no errors.4 to >3.5 ptsGoodContains a few (1 or 2) APA format errors.3.5 to >3.0 ptsFairContains several (3 or 4) APA format errors.3 to >0 ptsPoorContains many (≥ 5) APA format errors. | 5 pts |
| Total Points: 100 | ||