We consider inference in models defined by approximate moment conditions. We show that near-optimal confidence intervals (CIs) can be formed by taking a generalized method of moments (GMM) estimator, and adding and subtracting the standard error times a critical value that takes into account the...

We consider the problem of constructing honest confidence intervals (CIs) for a scalar parameter of interest, such as the regression discontinuity parameter, in nonparametric regression based on kernel or local polynomial estimators. To ensure that our CIs are honest, we use critical values that...

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In this paper, we examine the performance of students who repeat an introductory finance course, and compare this performance to that of students who take this course for the first time. We find that students who completed the course in the past with a failing or passing grade show a...

Managing people : what managers do -- Treat people right -- Leadership -- Motivating people -- Enhancing engagement -- Organizing people -- Defining work -- Team building -- Delegating -- Selection interviewing -- Managing performance -- Helping people to learn -- Rewarding people -- Managing...