Information, Knowledge, and Behavior: Evaluating Alternative Methods of Delivering School Information to Parents

B-Tier
Journal: Economic Development & Cultural Change
Year: 2022
Volume: 70
Issue: 2
Pages: 791 - 822

Authors (3)

Pedro Cerdan-Infantes (not in RePEc) Deon Filmer (World Bank Group) Santoso (not in RePEc)

Score contribution per author:

0.670 = (α=2.01 / 3 authors) × 1.0x B-tier

α: calibrated so average coauthorship-adjusted count equals average raw count

Abstract

This paper evaluates alternative approaches to disseminating information about a school-based management program in Indonesia. Low-intensity approaches—sending a letter from the principal or a colorful pamphlet home with the child—had no impact. Holding a facilitated meeting with school stakeholders or sending targeted text messages (SMSs) to parents increased knowledge and participation. Facilitated meetings increased overall knowledge, fostered a feeling of transparency, and increased participation in formal channels for providing feedback to the school. SMSs increased knowledge about specific aspects of the program, such as the grant amount, and increased participation through informal channels.

Technical Details

RePEc Handle
repec:ucp:ecdecc:doi:10.1086/712490
Journal Field
Development
Author Count
3
Added to Database
2026-01-25