【Topic】The Economic of Human Development
【Lecturer】Prof. James J. Heckman
【Time】21:00-22:00 p.m., March 20, 2023 (GMT +8)
【Online】Zoom
【Requirement】Participants shall scan the QR Code in the poster
Prof. James J. Heckman
The Henry Schultz Distinguished Service Professor in the University of Chicago;
Co-Directors, Human Capital and Economic Opportunity Global Working Group;
2000 Nobel Laureate;
John Bates Clark Medal Winner, 1983
Key Points of Lecture
For those who face disadvantages, what can be done to reduce inequality and promote opportunity and access to these skills?
* Capacities and skills gained and learned in early childhood transform many aspects of the life course at all stages, ranging from employment and earning prospects to overall health.
* Studies show that a proper measure of child adversity is the quality of parenting do not capture the full environment of the child.
* Non-cognitive characteristics–including physical and mental health, as well as perseverance, attentiveness, motivation, self-confidence, and other socio-emotional qualities–are also essential.
* Predistribution–improving the early lives of disadvantaged children–is far more effective than simple redistribution in promoting social inclusion and, at the same time, at promoting economic efficiency and workforce productivity.
International Development and Accreditation Office,
School of Management, Xiamen University
