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Why are the Data at Odds with Theory? Growth and (Re-)Distributive Policies in Integrated Economies.
Rehme, G. - Department of Economics, European University Institute - 1999
Many theoretical model show that redistribution causes low growth. However, cross-country regressions often suggest that growth is positively related to redistribution. This paper analyzes that puzzle in an open economy framework.
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10005697733
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1991 Annual report on scientific programs: A broad research program on the sciences of complexity
2008
1991 was continued rapid growth for the Santa Fe Institute (SFI) as it broadened its interdisciplinary research into the organization, evolution and operation of complex systems and sought deeply the principles underlying their dynamic behavior. Research on complex systems--the focus of work at...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435887
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1991 Annual report on scientific programs: A broad research program on the sciences of complexity
2008
1991 was continued rapid growth for the Santa Fe Institute (SFI) as it broadened its interdisciplinary research into the organization, evolution and operation of complex systems and sought deeply the principles underlying their dynamic behavior. Research on complex systems--the focus of work at...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009436710
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Theory and Evidence on Teacher Policies in Developed and Developing Countries Title: Teoría y evidencia sobre las políticas docentes en países desarrollados y en desarrollo
Vegas, Emiliana; Ganimian, Alejandro - Inter-American Development Bank - 2013
The past decade has seen the emergence of numerous rigorous impact evaluations of teacher policies. This paper reviews the economic theory and empirical evidence on eight teacher policy goals: (1) setting clear expectations for teachers; (2) attracting the best into teaching; (3) preparing...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10010944430
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Computer-based tools for decision support at the Hanford Site
Doctor, P.G.; Mahaffey, J.A.; Cowley, P.J.; Freshley, M.D. - 2008
To help integrate activities in the environmental restoration and waste management mission of the Hanford Site, the Hanford Integrated Planning Project (HIPP) was established and funded by the US Department of Energy. The project is divided into three key program elements, the first focusing on...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435466
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Using the National Information Infrastructure for social science, education, and informed decision making
Tonn, B.E. - 2008
social science, education, and decision making (NII-SSEDM). NII-SSEDM will provide the necessary data, information, and … analysis and decision support tools; and materials and software specially designed for education. This paper contains: a vision …-12 education. Examples of near-term and mid-term goals (e.g., pre-and post Year 2000) are presented for consideration …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435490
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BIG SKY CARBON SEQUESTRATION PARTNERSHIP
Susan M. Capalbo - 2008
comprehensive education and outreach program. At the first Partnership meeting the groundwork was put in place to provide an … alignments of carbon sequestration projects with existing federal and state cost-share programs. Finally, the education and …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435509
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China Refrigerator Information Label: Specification Development and Potential Impact
Fridley, David; Fridley, David; Zheng, Nina; Zhou, Nan; … - 2008
programs of consumer education and promotion in conjunction with retailers. …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435537
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Real Time Pricing as a Default or Optional Service for C&ICustomers: A Comparative Analysis of Eight Case Studies
Barbose, Galen; Goldman, Charles; Bharvirkar, Ranjit; … - 2008
.g., interval metering deployment, customer education, and technical assistance)? …
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435658
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Research and development of methods/utilities and rules for managing cooperation for performance improvement in government offices
2008
On September 1, 1991, Defense Programs (DP) within the US Department of Energy entered into a research grant with Management Systems Laboratories (MSL) of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech), to study Tools, Methods, and Rules for Managing Cooperation for...
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10009435663