How do policy belief and policy learning influence perceived policy effectiveness in a local CPM policy network?

Abstract

This article studies policy implementation of arts-led community development catalyzed by the Creative Placemaking (CPM) policy as a complex policy network. This article uses the social influence model and qualitative interview analysis to investigate the relationship between policy beliefs and policy learning of structurally interdependent policy actors and their perceived effectiveness of the CPM policy. Hypotheses are tested using survey and interview data collected from policy actors involved in the East Franklinton Creative Revitalization project in Columbus, OH. The findings suggest that, with the network attributes of individual policy actors being controlled, broad policy core beliefs have a more significant impact on shaping perceptions of policy effectiveness than context-specific secondary beliefs. Strategic alignment in core policy beliefs and strong confidence in the local task environment both contribute to perceived policy effectiveness in economic growth. The study underscores the importance of social learning over technical learning in enhancing perceived policy effectiveness.

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Arts-led community development creative placemaking perceived policy effectiveness policy belief policy learning policy network

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