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Most IPUMS data transformations are performed using variable harmonization tables that specify how each value in the source data is recoded. Some variables also require programming logic in addition to the harmonization table. The harmonization documents for this variable are:
- Harmonization table
- Supplemental programming
- Instructions for interpreting harmonization documents
class Educzw : public Editor {
public:
Educzw(VarPointer varInfo) : Editor(varInfo) {}
void edit() {
long a = getRecoded();
switch (dataSet) {
case dataset_id::zw2012a: {
if (ZW2012A_0430() == 99 && ZW2012A_0428() == 2)
a = 10;
} break;
}
setData(a);
}
};
Description
EDUCZW indicates the person's educational attainment in Zimbabwe in terms of the level of schooling completed.
Comparability — General
The education system of Zimbabwe is composed of 7 years of primary education, 4 years of lower secondary, and 2 years of upper secondary.
Tertiary non-university programs lead to a certificate or diploma, with duration of up to 3 years. Higher education includes bachelor (3 to 5 years), master (1 to 2 years), and doctorate degrees (at least 3 years).
The 2012 sample includes information about the number of years attained within level only for primary and secondary education. Undergraduate and graduate studies are combined in a single category.
Universe
- Zimbabwe 2012: Persons age 3+
Availability
- Zimbabwe: 2012
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