This book provides an introduction to the study of U.S. public policy with a focus on both the theories that help explain the policymaking process and the practical skills required for those who wish to pursue a career in a policy-related field.
Category: Political Science
A free OER textbook on Public Policy
Public Administration: The Essentials provides students with the conceptual foundation they need for an introduction to the field of public administration. This OER textbook covers the most critical issues in the field through the use of classic texts and theory as well as through modern examples.
This book is the third edition of a collective effort to understand and apply current conceptualizations of sustainability to a study of state and local government. It is an attempt to focus our attention on a basic understanding of the time-tested institutions and guiding principles likely to take society and governance towards greater advancement.
Political Philosophy Reader An Open Educational Resource (Levin, 2019) – N.G.E. Far Press (CC BY-SA)
A collection of original readings (all translated into English). Some chapters have brief introductions of the authors and brief conceptual discussions for each unit.
This text is an OERI-supported project. It welcomes students to the study of California government and politics and invites them to develop their opinions and become active participants in shaping the future of our state.
Introduction to Political Science Research Methods (Franco et al.) (CC BY-NC)This is a multi-author, peer-reviewed textbook created by California Community College faculty. With chapter contributions from Dr. Josh Franco at Cuyamaca College, Dr. Charlotte Lee at Berkeley City College, Kau Vue at Fresno City College, Dr. Dino Bozonelos at Victor Valley College, Dr. Masahiro Omae …
This introductory text includes 16 chapters on topics including: the study of politics, political behavior, political ideologies, civil liberties, public opinion, group political activity, civil rights, political parties and elections, legislatures, executives, bureaucracies, courts and law, the media, international relations, international institutions, and international political economy.