In this paper, we use repeated cross-section data on pupils in Brazil to estimate the effect of the availability and use of computers and internet as pedagogical tools on math and reading test scores. Computers are increasingly commonly used in schools and their effectiveness in improving...

Significant numbers of people have very low levels of literacy in many OECD countries and, because of this, face significant labour market penalties. Despite this, it remains unclear what teaching strategies are most useful for actually rectifying literacy deficiencies. The subject remains...

One of the most controversial educational practices among American public schools is the use of ability-tracking of students. Over the years, tracking has received harsh criticism. In fact, policymakers have launched initiatives to discourage tracking across the nation, and started recommending...