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Examining the Impact of Capital on Academic Achievement.

Authors :
Jones, John T.
Zimmer, Ron W.
Source :
Economics of Education Review. Dec 2001 20(6):577-588.
Publication Year :
2001

Abstract

Examines the impact of variations in capital stock (physical assets) across school districts on student achievement. Uses level of bond indebtedness as a proxy for capital stock. Finds significant positive correlation between district per-student bonded indebtedness and student achievement measured by district mean scores on Michigan's Education Assessment Program. (Contains 31 references.) (PKP)

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0272-7757
Volume :
20
Issue :
6
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Economics of Education Review
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
EJ637067
Document Type :
Journal Articles<br />Reports - Research