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, recipients still face limited opportunity due to deficits in noncognitive skills such as persistence, motivation and reliability … ; noncognitive skills …

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Noncognitive skills in economics : models, measurement, and empirical evidence

Thiel, Hendrik; Thomsen, Stephan L. - 2009

these skills regarding three main aspects of economic analysis: measurement, theoretical modeling, and empirical estimates … results of the empirical literature regarding noncognitive skills are classified along the research questions and summarized …. -- noncognitive skills ; personality ; human capital formation ; psychometric measures …

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Noncognitive skills in economics : models, measurement, and empirical evidence

Thiel, Hendrik; Thomsen, Stephan L. - 2011 - Revised version: November 15, 2011

labor market productivity and other outcomes. This paper provides an overview on the role of these skills regarding three … empirical literature regarding noncognitive skills are briefly summarized. Moreover, we discuss common econometric pitfalls that … evolve in empirical analysis of personality traits and possible solutions. -- Noncognitive skills ; personality ; human …

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Investing in our young people

Cunha, Flávio; Heckman, James J. - 2010

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The economics of child well-being

Conti, Gabriella; Heckman, James J. - 2012

This chapter presents an integrated economic approach that organizes and interprets the evidence on child development. It also discusses the indicators of child well-being that are used in international comparisons. Recent evidence on child development is summarized, and policies to promote...

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Technischer Fortschritt und Beschäftigung : eine Bestandsaufnahme

Beeker, Detlef - 2001

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Innovation, employment and skills in advanced and developing countries : a survey of the literature

Vivarelli, Marco - 2012

This paper critically discusses the theoretical and empirical literature on the quantitative and qualitative employment impact of technological change, compares the relative explanatory power of the competing theories, and explains in detail the macro and micro evidence on the issue, with...

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Skill based immigrant selection and labor market outcomes by visa category

Aydemir, Abdurrahman - 2012

Attracting skilled immigrants is emerging as an important policy goal for immigrant receiving countries. This article first discusses the economic rationale for immigrant selection. Selection mechanisms of receiving countries are reviewed in the context of deteriorating labor market outcomes for...

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