Timothy Bartik: The economic case for preschool

Timothy Bartik: The economic case for preschool

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Social Studies, Business

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the importance of investing in early childhood education as a public investment, emphasizing its benefits for state economies. It highlights how such programs can create jobs, boost earnings, and enhance workforce skills. The speaker presents research showing significant economic returns and addresses common objections, such as concerns about mobility and tax burdens. The video concludes by discussing barriers to investment, such as costs and the long-term nature of benefits, and poses a moral question about society's willingness to invest in the future.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How does the education level of a metropolitan area affect individual wages?

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What are the barriers to implementing universal preschool programs?

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What are the long-term benefits of investing in early childhood education?

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In what ways can early childhood education impact the future of a community?

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