作者：Himmler, Oliver; Jaeckle, Robert; Weinschenk, Philipp
作者单位：University of Erfurt; Max Planck Society
摘要：We provide first evidence that a soft commitment device enhances progress in education and, more generally, improves the completion of complex tasks-such as passing exams. In our field experiment, students can sign a nonbinding agreement and commit to staying on track for graduation. We find that those who were offered the soft commitment device are more likely to sign up for, take part in, and pass exams. A pure reminder treatment does not change behavior, which suggests that the effects are ...
