Non-Randomized Evaluations: Regression Discontinuity Design

This presentation describes basics of program evaluation, Regression Discontinuity Design (RDD), and testing assumptions behind RDD. It covers parametric and non-parametric details on implementing RDD. It was introduced in the 2013 AGRODEP training course, 2013 Training Course - Impact Evaluation and Analysis of Development Interventions held on May 13-18 in the IFPRI Dakar office. Other training materials are available on the training course page.