Data-driven policy impact evaluation : how access to microdata is transforming policy design /

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Imprint:[Cham, Switzerland] : SpringerOpen, [2019]
Description:1 online resource
Language:English
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Format: E-Resource Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/12335253
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Other authors / contributors:Crato, Nuno, editor.
Paruolo, Paolo, editor.
ISBN:9783319784618
3319784617
3319784609
9783319784601
Digital file characteristics:text file PDF
Summary:In the light of better and more detailed administrative databases, this open access book provides statistical tools for evaluating the effects of public policies advocated by governments and public institutions. Experts from academia, national statistics offices and various research centers present modern econometric methods for an efficient data-driven policy evaluation and monitoring, assess the causal effects of policy measures and report on best practices of successful data management and usage. Topics include data confidentiality, data linkage, and national practices in policy areas such as public health, education and employment. It offers scholars as well as practitioners from public administrations, consultancy firms and nongovernmental organizations insights into counterfactual impact evaluation methods and the potential of data-based policy and program evaluation.
Other form:Original 3319784609 9783319784601
Standard no.:10.1007/978-3-319-78461-8