Agustina Paglayan

About the Author

Agustina Paglayan is a distinguished political economist and associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh, where she explores the intersections of education, politics, and economic development. Her groundbreaking research delves into the historical and global dynamics of mass education, challenging conventional narratives about its origins and impacts. Drawing on rigorous empirical methods and comparative analysis, Paglayan illuminates how political incentives and institutional forces have shaped educational policies across nations. Her work bridges academia and policy, offering insights that resonate with historians, economists, and policymakers alike. With a PhD from Stanford University, she continues to advance our understanding of how education serves as a tool for social control and progress in the modern world.