Volume 1 - Issue 3, September - October 2025

This study aims to examine methods and approaches in education policy analysis by reviewing concepts, models, and challenges faced in practice. The research method used is a qualitative descriptive method with a literature study approach. The results show that education policy analysis plays a crucial role in ensuring that implemented policies are relevant, effective, efficient, and in accordance with national education goals. The analytical approach is divided into descriptive, which analyzes policy implementation as it is, and normative, which provides policy recommendations based on the principles of justice, efficiency, and feasibility. Three main models used in education policy analysis are the rational approach, cost-benefit analysis, and evidence-based policy analysis. These three models enable a more objective, transparent, and measurable policy process. However, in practice, various obstacles remain, such as limited data, analyst subjectivity, the complexity of public problems, and political and bureaucratic influence. Recommended solutions include strengthening digital data systems, implementing mixed methods, increasing public participation, independence of policy analysts, and strong political support. Thus, education policy analysis can function optimally as a bridge between knowledge and action, and become a foundation for the formulation of effective, equitable, and sustainable public policies