Research synthesis and meta-analysis : a step-by-step approach
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Research synthesis and meta-analysis : a step-by-step approach
(Applied social research methods series, v. 2)
Sage, c2017
5th ed
- : pbk
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Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. 335-346) and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
The Fifth Edition of Harris Cooper's bestselling text offers practical advice on how to conduct a synthesis of research in the social, behavioral, and health sciences. The book is written in plain language with four running examples drawn from psychology, education, and health science. With ample coverage of literature searching and the technical aspects of meta-analysis, this one-of-a-kind book applies the basic principles of sound data gathering to the task of producing a comprehensive assessment of existing research.
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION: LITERATURE REVIEWS, RESEARCH SYNTHESES AND META-ANALYSES
STEP 1: Formulating the Problem
STEP 2: Searching the Literature
STEP 3: Gathering Information From Studies
STEP 4: Evaluating the Quality of Studies
STEP 5: Analyzing and Integrating the Outcomes of Studies
STEP 6: Interpreting the Evidence
STEP 7: Presenting the Results
CONCLUSION: Threats to the Validity of Research Synthesis Conclusions
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