Notion of the state and choice of methodology for evaluation of public policies

Authors

  • Erni José Seibel Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina
  • Carmen Rosario Ortiz G. Gelinski UFSC

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5007/1984-8951.2012v13n102p119

Abstract

The objective of this paper is to discuss the main views to the assessment process of public policies, from the perception they have on the functions of the State. In order to achieve this goal, we review the perceptions on the role of the State according to the neoclassical thought and the Welfare State approach. After that, we develop evaluation methodologies for public policies (generalist and non-generalist ones). The conclusion points to the need for rethinking the role of the State before the serious situation related to the contemporary social demands.

Author Biographies

Erni José Seibel, Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina

Professor do Departamento de Sociologia Política de Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina.

Carmen Rosario Ortiz G. Gelinski, UFSC

Professora do Departamento de Economia e Relações Internacionais da Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina.

Published

2012-08-01

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