The Behavioural Insights Practitioner’s Network
Within the Australian Public Service, we're lucky to have a highly active and engaged community of behavioural insights practitioners – The Behavioural Insights Practitioners Network (BIPN).
Using machine learning to analyse job ads – Part 2
This is Part 2 of our blog series on how we used machine learning to analyse gendered language in job ads. In this blog, we go through the technical nitty gritty of how BETA analysed 12 million job ads, and what we found.
Using machine learning to analyse job ads – Part 1
Thanks to the release of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, we’ve all become aware of the power of natural language processing (NLP). But what is NLP? BETA explores the common terms and make sense of some of the hype.
BETA in 2023
2023 was a time of change and excitement at BETA. We started the year with big news, and wrapped up with big data; several of our projects related to workforce issues, including disability and return to work; and we continued to engage with the big issues in behavioural science, connecting with colleagues across the APS and beyond.
Making research matter: Tips for academics engaging with policy makers
How can academics engage with government? BETA is supported by our Academic Advisory Panel (AAP) who provide expert advice on the application of behavioural economics in public policy. In this blog, we share four key tips for academics engaging with government.
Applying behavioural insights responsibly
How does BETA ensure it applies behavioural insights ethically? Our blog explores the key principles to guide the ethical application of behavioural science in government.
Consult the public better with these lessons from social research
Need to consult the public? BETA shares some lessons from a research approach that can be applied to all kinds of community engagements.
More than nudges: the value of behavioural economics in regulation
Regulators are increasingly recognising the value of behavioural economics in regulatory design and enforcement. And in 2023, it’s clear that the value of the behavioural perspective extends well beyond nudges.
Behavioural insights help people to bet within their budget
In 2020 when Australia went into its first round of COVID-19 lockdowns, there was a dramatic uptick in online gambling.
BETA in 2022
2022 was again a year of change and challenge. BETA’s work program adapted accordingly. We worked on some of the most urgent complex policy problems, including skills shortages, women’s labour force participation and energy prices.