The economics of early childhood policy: What the dismal science has to say about investing in children

Description:

A review and synthesis of research literature on the economic costs and benefits of early childhood programs

Resource Type:

Literature Review

Author(s):

Kilburn M. Rebecca; Karoly Lynn A.

Publisher(s):

RAND Corporation

Funder(s):

Casey Family Programs

Date Issued:

2008

Source:

(OP-227-CFP). Santa Monica, CA: Rand Corporation. Retrieved May 16, 2008, from http://rand.org/pubs/occasional_papers/2008/RAND_OP227.pdf

Topics:

3. Child Care & Early Education Market > 3.5. Economic & Societal Impact > 3.5.2. Cost Benefit Analysis

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