This research collection illustrates the wide range of methodologies and methods available for the evaluation of public programs. All these methods address the benefits of the programs and most compare the benefits to costs, but the types of benefits and their measures vary greatly across the...

Government as entrepreneur : an introduction (9,538 words) -- Overview of fundamental concepts : setting the stage (7,498 words) -- Research partnerships : organizational structures for innovative efficiency -- (7,520 words) -- Advanced technology program : stimulating competitiveness through...