On March 23, 2015, Professor Heckman gave the keynote address at the 7th Annual Early Learning Water Cooler Conference in Sacramento. Drawing on new and longitudinal research, Professor Heckman made the case for refocusing public policy on cost-efficient evidence-based investments in young children and families to reap significant social and economic benefits, promote growth and opportunity, reduce inequality and disadvantage, and boost global competitiveness. Here are the slides from his presentation. For his full remarks, click here, or to watch a video of the presentation, click here.
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