PPA 270. Introduction to Collaborative Policy Making. Examines the theory and practice of collaborative policy-making using case studies of major collaborative processes. Topics include interpretative policy analysis, deliberative democracy theory, public participation, collaborative policy networks, the use of dialogue in public policy, resolution of policy controversies, and consensus building. Prerequisite: PPA 200 and PPA 210, or approval of instructor. Graded: Graded Student. Units: 3.0.