RCTs in Development

Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) in development are research studies designed to assess the effectiveness of specific interventions, like programs or policies aimed at improving social or economic outcomes. Participants are randomly assigned to either receive the intervention or be part of a control group that does not. This method helps ensure that results are unbiased and that any observed effects can be attributed to the intervention rather than other factors. RCTs are considered a gold standard in research because they provide strong evidence for what works and what doesn’t in development practices.