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- Publisher
- University of Wisconsin Press
- Copyright
- Copyright © Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System
- ISSN
- 1548-8004
Abstract
<p>ABSTRACT:</p><p>We evaluate two low-cost college support programs designed to target poor time management, a common challenge among many undergraduates. We experimentally evaluate the programs across three distinct colleges, randomly assigning more than 9,000 students to construct a weekly schedule in an online planning module and to receive weekly study reminders or coach consultation via text message. Despite high participation and engagement, and treated students at two sites marginally increasing study time, we estimate precise null effects on student credit accumulation, course grades, and retention at each site for the full sample and for multiple subgroups. The results and other supplemental evidence suggest that low-touch programs that offer scheduling assistance, encouragement, and reminders for studying lack the required scope to significantly affect academic outcomes.</p>
Journal
Journal of Human Resources – University of Wisconsin Press
Published: Dec 31, 2021