This master’s thesis aims to critically analyze the evolution of Nudge theory and its impact on public policy. The first chapter explores the classical theory of Nudges, outlining its origins, fundamental principles, and theoretical foundations, and providing a comprehensive overview of its early applications. The second chapter focuses on international experiences, with particular reference to the Behavioral Insights Teams (BIT) and the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), illustrating concrete examples of implementation and the results achieved. The third chapter examines the Italian context, highlighting case studies and local initiatives that demonstrate how the theory has been adapted—and the challenges it faces—in Italy. Finally, the fourth chapter analyzes the future prospects of Nudge theory, considering its evolution toward advanced approaches such as Nudge+ and Boosting, and offering a critical reflection on the potential and limits of these tools in supporting public policy. The thesis thus provides an integrated overview, from theory to practice, of Nudges and their developments, highlighting their impact and implications in both international and national contexts
La presente tesi magistrale si propone di analizzare in modo critico l’evoluzione della teoria dei Nudge e il suo impatto sulle politiche pubbliche. Nel primo capitolo viene esplorata la teoria classica dei Nudge, ne vengono delineate le origini, i principi fondamentali e le basi teoriche, fornendo un quadro completo delle sue applicazioni iniziali. Il secondo capitolo si concentra su esperienze internazionali, con particolare riferimento ai Behavioral Insights Teams (BIT) e all’Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), illustrando esempi concreti di implementazione e risultati ottenuti. Il terzo capitolo approfondisce il contesto italiano, evidenziando casi studio e iniziative locali, che mostrano l’adattamento e le sfide della teoria nel nostro Paese. Infine, il quarto capitolo analizza le prospettive future della teoria dei Nudge, considerando l’evoluzione verso approcci avanzati come Nudge+ e Boosting, e proponendo una riflessione critica sul potenziale e sui limiti di questi strumenti nel supporto alle politiche pubbliche. La tesi offre così una panoramica integrata, dalla teoria alla pratica, dei Nudge e delle sue evoluzioni, evidenziandone l’impatto e le implicazioni nel contesto internazionale e nazionale
Behavioral Insights e politiche pubbliche: analisi critica dell’evoluzione dai Nudge ai modelli avanzati di Boosting
D'ESTE, ANDREA
2024/2025
Abstract
This master’s thesis aims to critically analyze the evolution of Nudge theory and its impact on public policy. The first chapter explores the classical theory of Nudges, outlining its origins, fundamental principles, and theoretical foundations, and providing a comprehensive overview of its early applications. The second chapter focuses on international experiences, with particular reference to the Behavioral Insights Teams (BIT) and the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA), illustrating concrete examples of implementation and the results achieved. The third chapter examines the Italian context, highlighting case studies and local initiatives that demonstrate how the theory has been adapted—and the challenges it faces—in Italy. Finally, the fourth chapter analyzes the future prospects of Nudge theory, considering its evolution toward advanced approaches such as Nudge+ and Boosting, and offering a critical reflection on the potential and limits of these tools in supporting public policy. The thesis thus provides an integrated overview, from theory to practice, of Nudges and their developments, highlighting their impact and implications in both international and national contexts| File | Dimensione | Formato | |
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