Class Clowns

In Class Clowns, author Jonathan A. Knee explores the intriguing intersection of education and finance, revealing the complexities that lead to the failure of investment initiatives in the educational sector. Published by Columbia University Press in 2020, this insightful paperback spans 288 pages and takes readers on a journey through four significant financial failures. Knee meticulously dissects the motivations behind investors' attempts to enhance educational outcomes, highlighting a crucial oversight: their misunderstanding of market structure. This book is essential for anyone interested in the economic aspects of education and the challenges faced by investors in this field. Discover why well-intentioned efforts often fall short and gain a deeper understanding of the dynamics at play in the pursuit of educational improvement.