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February 24, 20260 citationsOpen Access

Methodological Evaluation of Secondary School Systems in Uganda Using Difference-in-Differences Approach

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MMMulumba MukuluKBKizza Bwire

Key Points

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of educational reforms in Uganda's secondary school system using a difference-in-differences model.
  • Applied a difference-in-differences model to assess pre- and post-intervention outcomes
  • Accounted for regional variations and socio-economic factors
  • Analyzed changes in standardized test scores and cost-effectiveness of education initiatives
  • Standardized test scores increased by an average of 20% after implementing new teaching methods
  • Cost-effectiveness analysis revealed a return of over $1.5 for every dollar spent on education reforms
  • Significant improvements in student performance metrics were observed.

Abstract

The secondary education system in Uganda faces challenges such as inadequate infrastructure, insufficient funding, and poor quality of teaching materials. A DiD model will be applied to compare pre- and post-intervention outcomes in selected Ugandan secondary schools, accounting for potential confounders such as regional variations and socio-economic factors. The analysis revealed significant improvements in student performance metrics (e. g. , standardised test scores increased by 20% on average) following the implementation of new teaching methodologies. The DiD model demonstrated its effectiveness in measuring cost-effectiveness, with a return on investment exceeding 1. 5 for every dollar spent on education reform initiatives. Policy makers should prioritise funding and resource allocation to schools identified as having high impact potential based on this evaluation. Secondary Education Systems, Cost-Effectiveness Analysis, Difference-in-Differences Model, Education Reform The empirical specification follows Y=₀+^ X+, and inference is reported with uncertainty-aware statistical criteria.

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Mukulu et al. (2001) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/699d3ff8de8e28729cf64ed5https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18728721
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