Stead (2012) Flashcards
1
Q
What are best practices, according to Stead (2012)
A
Successful policies, strategies or approaches
Sharing them leads to policy improvements through learning and adoption.
2
Q
What are three challenges with copying best practices?
A
- They are often not critically evaluated for transferability
- Information overload makes selection hard
- Focus on identification rather than implementation
3
Q
What are drivers of copying best practices?
A
- Quick solution is often preferred over reinventing the wheel
- Financial incentives
4
Q
Which two types of best practice transfer are there?
A
Top-down: supply-led
Bottom-up: Demand-led (more effective)
5
Q
What conclusion does Stead (2012) make on transfer of best practices?
A
Best practices are overrated: they lack evaluation and detail, and rarely lead to policy change.
