The Economics of Investing in Universal Preschool Education in California

There is increased interest in California and other states in providing universal access to publicly funded preschool education. In considering such a program, policymakers and the public focus on the potential benefits and costs of such a program. This study aims to inform such deliberations by con...

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Main Authors:	Karoly, Lynn A, Bigelow, James H
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Santa Monica RAND Corporation 2005 RAND Corporation, The RAND
Edition:	1
Subjects:	Age groups Age groups and generations Book Industry Communication California Child Policy Cost effectiveness Early childhood education Economic aspects Education Education, Preschool Educational strategies & policy Educational strategies and policy JBSP1 Age groups: children JFSP1 Age groups: children Population and Aging Social groups Social groups, communities and identities Society & culture: general Society & social sciences Society and culture: general Society and Social Sciences Sociology thema EDItEUR Workforce and Workplace
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Summary:	There is increased interest in California and other states in providing universal access to publicly funded preschool education. In considering such a program, policymakers and the public focus on the potential benefits and costs of such a program. This study aims to inform such deliberations by conducting an analysis of the economic returns from investing in high-quality preschool education in the state of California.
ISBN:	083303779X 9780833037794 0833040839 9780833040831
DOI:	10.7249/MG349PF