丁香园AV

After completing this course, you鈥檒l be able to do the following:

• Select the appropriate format to convey proposed policy directions
• Format reports that propose a work program and funding
  
• Articulate options and present the rationale for the proposed recommendation(s)
• Understand options for phasing recommendations to incorporate public review of draft proposals
• Reduce clutter in reports through use of appendices and the web
• Present complex reports effectively
• Use principles of 鈥淪peaking Truth to Power鈥�

• Expect lectures and small-group discussions
• Case studies will use example reports to illustrate how to reframe existing policies, introduce new directions, anticipate legal challenges and handle unpleasant realities

You will be evaluated on a Pass/Fail basis on:

• Attendance. You need to attend at least 75% of classes to pass the course.

• Local government planners, architects, engineers and others responsible for preparing reports to a local board or city council
• Staff and members of non-profit organizations, community associations and others charged with preparing and reviewing policy reports
• Elected officials responsible for directing staff to report on policy initiatives

No textbook is required. We will provide all course materials online.