An analysis of new data from the pioneering Perry Preschool Program shows that quality early childhood enrichment programs can improve life outcomes for participants well into middle-age—and outcomes for their children. Jorge Luis García, James J. Heckman and Victor Ronda analyzed the latest data sweep of Perry Preschool participants, now age 54, which includes data…
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Heckman Equation Shareable Graphics: Make Your Case View Share Graphic
Use Heckman Equation research to make the case for high-quality ECE on your social networks, websites, presentations and other digital materials. This assortment of shareable graphics includes most-used graphics, like the Heckman Curve and 13% ROI, as well as new graphics on topics such as fadeout and mothers in the workforce.
Perry Preschool: Intergenerational Effects Webinar – May 13, 2019 View Page
Research results from Professor Heckman’s newest analysis of the Perry Preschool participants reveal groundbreaking indications that targeted, high-quality investments have the power to lift multiple generations out of poverty. View a presentation of the Perry Preschool: Intergenerational Effects research from May 13, 2019, below, and access the presentation slides by clicking “Download”. Access Q &…
Social Media Content: Health outcomes of ECE programs View Page
ECE is a fundamental way to improve adult health. Childcare and early childhood education programs that include a focus on nutrition and health for children set the foundation for a heathier adult life. Research proves these programs reduce the risk for chronic disease and, ultimately, health care costs. Share the posts below with policymakers and…
Social Media Content: Difference in long-term outcomes for males and females View Page
Males and females benefit differently from high-quality, birth-to-five, comprehensive childcare and early education programs. Professor Heckman’s research explores the differences in life outcomes as they relate to college graduation rates, income, health and more. Use the posts below to make your case for investments in programs for males or females. Download related graphics by selecting…
Social Media Content: Benefits of comprehensive programs View Page
Academics are just one component of quality early childhood education. Comprehensive programs that start at birth, involve parents, incorporate health as an input and include a focus on socio-emotional skills are capable of delivering the greatest results for children who need it most. Remind policymakers that comprehensive programs make the difference for children using the…
Social Media Content: The importance of quality View Page
Professor Heckman’s research emphasizes the importance of quality in early childhood education and childcare. As states work to expand early childhood programs to more children, the research shows while access to programs is necessary, having low-quality programs does not yield the same results. High-quality programs provide the biggest return on investment and low-quality programs can actually…
Social Media Content: Early Investments and Return on Investment for ECE/Childcare View Page
A common argument against expanding early childhood programming is the cost to taxpayers and the burden on state budgets. Research shows these comprehensive, high-quality, birth-to-five, programs have a 13% return on investment and pay for themselves over time. Convince policymakers and your community to invest in early childhood programs from birth. Make your case on…
Make Your Case on Social Media: Sample Content View Page
Make your case for early childhood development and education using these social media posts and links to relevant resources and research. The posts are divided up by topic to make it easy to find what you need. All posts meet the length requirements for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. You can even mix and match the…
ABC/CARE: Elements of quality early childhood programs that produce quality outcomes View Page
While it is not possible to isolate which program component produced individual outcomes, common program elements point practitioners and policymakers toward a set of elements that comprise a quality program capable of delivering the greatest results to children and those who invest in their early development.