Examining the impact of capital on academic achievement
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John T. Jones, Ron W. Zimmer
Economics of Education Review Volume 20, Number 6 ISSN 0272-7757 Publisher: Elsevier Ltd
Abstract
While a growing body of literature on education production looks at the impact school inputs have on academic achievement, virtually no research is examining the impact capital is having on academic achievement. In this study, we take an initial step towards that end. By using school districts' level of bond indebtedness as a proxy for capital, we find evidence that capital stock does affect academic achievement. In light of these findings along with the general lack of research on capital inputs, we conclude that capital expenditures should be given greater attention in future research.
Citation
Jones, J.T. & W. Zimmer, R. Examining the impact of capital on academic achievement. Economics of Education Review, 20(6), 577-588. Elsevier Ltd. Retrieved March 19, 2024 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/206290/.
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