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Replicating Experimental Impact Estimates Using a Regression Discontinuity Approach

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  • Philip M. Gleason
  • Alexandra M. Resch
  • Jillian A. Berk

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This report attempts to replicate the estimated impacts from experimental studies of two different education interventions using a regression discontinuity design.

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  • Philip M. Gleason & Alexandra M. Resch & Jillian A. Berk, "undated". "Replicating Experimental Impact Estimates Using a Regression Discontinuity Approach," Mathematica Policy Research Reports c7ecf8b35c8d402491d09b2d0, Mathematica Policy Research.
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