Adult education programs in Morocco

What is it about?

Education is recognized as a key driver for social cohesion and economic prosperity, and it plays a crucial role in improving health, living conditions, social stability, and long-term economic growth. We evaluated the impact of the “Postliteracy” program on the qualification of beneficiaries for socioeconomic integration. We use quasi-experimental methods with a control group and a treatment group. Skill acquisition is measured through pretest and posttest evaluations using a questionnaire aligned with the National Agency for the Fight Against Illiteracy (ANLCA)-adopted curriculum.

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Why is it important?

The originality of this work is a unique research of the case of Morocco based on a micro econometric study for which the authors evaluate the impact of adult education by applying impact evaluation methods in adult literacy. The results of the study demonstrate that the “Postliteracy” program positively impacts the acquisition of competencies necessary for improved socioeconomic integration of the beneficiaries. The various matching techniques reveal a score difference ranging from 12 to 14 points in favor of program participants compared to those who did not participate. The Difference-in-Differences method confirms the positive and significant impact of the program. The findings highlight the importance of the “Postliteracy” program in national literacy policy, underlining the need to further strengthen its presence within the programs deployed by ANLCA, notably by increasing the number of beneficiaries targeted by this program. To achieve this, it would be advisable to increase the funds allocated to it within ANLCA's budget.

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