The Returns to Basic Skills for Young Adults in the United States
Missun, Ronald Edward
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Description
Title
The Returns to Basic Skills for Young Adults in the United States
Author(s)
Missun, Ronald Edward
Issue Date
1997
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
Blau, Francine D.
Department of Study
Economics
Discipline
Economics
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
Ph.D.
Degree Level
Dissertation
Keyword(s)
Education, Tests and Measurements
Language
eng
Abstract
Labor market returns to basic skills are explored in chapter 5. In general, math proficiency is highly valued in the labor market for men and women. Since the early acquisition of basic skills leads to higher levels of educational attainment and basic skills appear to be important determinants of labor market earnings for high school and college graduates, this study has policy implications for programs (such as Head Start) which promote the enhancement of fundamental English and math skills early in life.
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