Welcome to the Public Policy Analyst (PPA):
The Quick & Easy Version for Experienced PPA Users
(The Q&E PPA)
Purpose: The PPA is a great device for analyzing social problems and developing public policy solutions. Its main disadvantage is that it can take several hours. However, once you have completed the process and understand the six basic steps, this Q&E PPA Version will shorten your time, especially if your problem does not require extensive research.
Process: The worksheets for the six steps have been combined into one worksheet. If you need to review information from any of the six steps, click on the link for that step. If not, then go directly to that section of the new combined worksheet. If you prefer the more detailed worksheets, use the links under Original Worksheets.
Links to original steps: New Q&E Worksheets Original Worksheets
1. Define the Problem Q&E Worksheet Worksheet #1
2. Gather the Evidence Q&E Worksheet Worksheet #2
3. Identify the Causes Q&E Worksheet Worksheet #3
4. Evaluate a Policy Q&E Worksheet Worksheet #4
5. Develop Solutions Q&E Worksheet Worksheet #5