NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Showing all 2 results Save | Export
Thompson, Shane Ellis – ProQuest LLC, 2013
My dissertation consists of three chapters that focus on the economics of education. In particular I look at public school financing, gender discrimination in advising, and the effectiveness of out-of-school-time programs for disadvantaged schools. The first chapter analyzes the effect of an extremely large funding shock on Wyoming public schools…
Descriptors: Gender Differences, Academic Advising, Public Schools, Educational Finance
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
Berlowitz, Leslie – Liberal Education, 2010
Scientists have long recognized the value of having statistical data to measure the scope and vitality of education, research, and workforce development in their fields. Such data support evidence-based policy discussions in professional and governmental forums. Since 1982, the National Science Board has been required by law to publish…
Descriptors: Evidence, Higher Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Demonstration Programs