J-PAL LAC Early Work Seminars 2nd Edition: Early Childhood Development Programs
J-PAL Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) announces the second edition of the Early Work Seminars, which is dedicated to supporting the research of scholars working on randomized impact evaluations in the region. In this edition, we invite scholars working on impact evaluations of early childhood development or education programs in LAC to submit their research. We particularly welcome submissions on interventions for promoting investments in skills, knowledge, and health to shape children's future trajectories, helping them reach their full potential.
The second edition of the Early Work Seminars will provide an academic forum where researchers can present their early-stage work in randomized evaluations, and receive valuable feedback from scholars from the J-PAL research network. This will allow early career researchers to refine their work and foster collaborative relationships that drive forward the knowledge frontier in the region.
Hosts
Pedro Carneiro, J-PAL affiliated professor, University College London
Gabriella Conti, J-PAL invited researcher, University College London
Agenda
08:00 | Welcome
Jeanne Lafortune (Catholic University of Chile, J-PAL Affiliate; Co-Scientific Director, J-PAL LAC)
08:10 | Project “Protective and preventive tools for a good start: Supporting families during pregnancy through a WhatsApp chatbot”
Presenter: Paula Patrone (Montevideo University)
08:50 |Project “Promoting linguistic abilities in preschoolers with new technologies”
Presenter: Marcela Peña (Catholic University of Chile)
09:30 | Break
09:40 | Project “Early Childhood Development (ECD) using Bayleys III”
Presenter: Claudia Vazquez (Inter-American Development Bank)
10:20 | Project “How to improve parenting practices, caregivers' well-being, and a more equitable share of parenting responsibilities? Results from Uruguay's Parentalidades Comprometidas Program”
Presenter: Florencia Lopez Boo (New York University)
Each session will have time for comments from the discussants and questions from the audience.
Contact Information
For any inquiries or further information, please contact: Diana Suarez, research manager at J-PAL LAC, at [email protected].